What Do Campground Hosts Do?

Hosts live on-site at each facility.  They welcome campers, acquaint them with park facilities and regulations, answer questions on local and statewide attractions, and help visitors plan their trips. Hosts help with the day-to-day operation and maintenance of campgrounds, including litter patrols, light janitorial maintenance, and repairs. Special park projects can be designed based on a host's skills and interests. All hosts must have enthusiasm for working with the public, a willingness to learn about Alaska, and the desire to accept new challenges.
What is a Campground Host's Season?

The camping season in Alaska is generally from mid-May through mid-September. Some campgrounds have extended seasons and a couple are open year-round. Hosts work 20 to 40 hours per week depending on the facility

Where Do Hosts Live?

Volunteer hosts live in their own RV, motorhome, or trailer, at a special camp site. Some housing may be available on a first come first serve basis.  Alaska State Park campgrounds are rustic, but clean and beautiful. Each campsite has a parking pad, a picnic table, and a firepit. Each campground has water, latrines, and refuse containers. Some host locations have access to telephone and electricity. The campgrounds are near recreation attractions - lakes, streams, mountains, fishing, and wonderful views.
What Will Hosts Receive?

Campground hosts stay free in an Alaska State Park campground and have free use of all facilities. Each host or host couple will be trained and will receive a Lifetime Adventures uniform.  Hosts receive from $7.15 to $8 per hour.

Campground attendant: help with the day-to-day operation and maintenance of campgrounds, including litter patrols, light janitorial maintenance, and repairs. Special park projects can be designed based on a host's skills and interests. All hosts must have enthusiasm for working with the public, a willingness to learn about Alaska, and the desire to accept new challenges.  Also included in this job is driving the van for the raft trips, helping guide prepare trip and carrying raft; heavy lifting is required.   Some housing may be available on a first come first serve basis.   Attendants receive from $7.15 to $8 per hour.

Rafting Guide The position of whitewater river guide with Lifetime  Adventures requires that the applicant have prior whitewater experience. Prior commercial experience is given preference, but accumulated private boating experience will also be considered. All applicants must have a current First Aid/CPR card upon arrival. Additional certifications are a plus.  All guide candidates will be required to complete specified training runs, and will be trained on the local natural history. Guides will be required to safely complete navigation of an 18 foot inflatable raft through moderately technical rapids. Some heavy lifting and dragging of boats is required.  Compenstion is hourly, with overtime, and seasonal bonuses.

Our rental center is located at Eklutna Lake.  The center staff must have knowledge of sea kayaking, mountain biking and be able to perform minor repairs to equipment.  This person will be teaching basic kayak skills and leading groups on water and bikes, so prior experience is suggested. CPR/First Aid is required.