Looking to Volunteer Host in a BC Provincial Park?
Quality Recreation Ltd is now accepting 2024 applications.
Texas Creek (Gladstone Provincial Park) in Christina Lake is looking or Volunteer Hosts. It is possible for 1 or both Park Hosts to also work PART TIME as paid PARK OPERATORS. There is a serviced site located in the campground. Cell phone and data coverage is available at this location.
Shorter term hosting opportunities could be possible for some of our smaller rustic parks in the South Okanagan / Boundary Region. We require a minimum stay from late June through late August at these park (the full season is preferably). Parks include Boundary Creek, Inkaneep, and Nancy Greene All sites at these rustic parks DO NOT HAVE POWER, WATER or SEWER.
Park Host positions are well-suited for the semi-retired or retired couples who love people and enjoy working in the great outdoors.
Hosting is a non-paid position assisting our Park Operators and is meant to enhance the enjoyment for our park patrons. Park Hosts are an integral part of our team and help to welcome visitors, provide park and tourism information, sell firewood and ice, open or close park gates, and help with other light duties.
In exchange for volunteer hours, the volunteer is given free camping in the park in a site with hookups. Hosts are required from early or mid-May until mid-September. Hosts will be asked to be on duty and available to answer questions for a MINIMUM of 4 hours a day, 5 days a week, preferably in the afternoons and/or evenings and on weekends.
In addition, some Park Hosts wish to work part-time as Park Operators for remuneration. It is possible (not mandatory) for Park Hosts to also work part-time as Park Operators. This is a paid position and duties can include fee collection, enforcement, painting, raking, site cleaning, and bathroom cleaning.
Applicants Must Submit:
- Resume of individual or couple (including references)
- Indicate the park(s) of interest
- Indicate if either individual would like to work for pay (in addition to hosting)
- Indicate your availability (start and end date)
- All applicants must be bondable and able to pass a criminal record check that includes the section working with children and vulnerable people.
If you are interested in working as a volunteer or would like more information, please email Jeff Kuly at info@explorebcparks.ca.
