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Scroll Down for Camper Host Info! Parks utilize individual volunteers in a variety of ways. From maintaining trails to helping out at special events or nature centers, the contributions of individual volunteers are varied and important. Individual volunteers are required to complete an agreement that can be written for up to two years. (Green Teens and Junior Volunteers are also signed up using the Individual Agreement; complete the minor waiver statement on the backside of the contract.) Individual volunteers must wear a volunteer program hat or visor and an I.D. badge so that they are easily recognizable to the public as a representative of the park. DID YOU KNOW? Paid staff may serve as individual volunteers at their park or a neighboring facility, but they may not volunteer for duties that are part of their paid position or be supervised by their regular supervisor.
Many organized groups horsemen's clubs, scout troops, school groups, etc. perform a variety of services as group volunteers. Groups may be signed-up for one-time projects (e.g., a special event) or on-going projects (e.g., trail work). Submit the completed Group Agreement form prior to the group beginning volunteer duties, then have the members complete the sign up sheet when they come to the park to work. Group agreements may be written fro up to two years and the members should wear an I.D. badge while performing duties in the park.
Green
Teens complete an Individual Agreement and fill out the minor waiver on
the backside of the contract. The agreement may run up to two years. Green
Teens wear hats or visors and I.D. badges while on duty.
******Camper Hosts applications are being taken for the 2008 camping season!!! Historically, the popular Campground Host program has been particularly attractive to senior citizens, teachers and others who have summers free and who own their own mobile camping unit. Campground hosts serve primarily as public relations liaisons providing information, assisting with campground programs and operations, and performing other assorted functions. Examples of duties include:
New campground hosts first serve a probationary period of 28 days, an excellent opportunity for the park manager to carefully evaluate the volunteer and decide whether to approve them for an additional six months maximum service, not to exceed seven months in a calendar year. Campground hosts receive free camping privileges in exchange for 20 hours of service per week, including weekends and holidays as scheduled by the park supervisor. During days a host is not scheduled to work, the campsite may be left unoccupied although camping equipment should remain. Hosts are considered "on call" while they are in residence at the campground. If you are interested in becoming a Camper Host, or if you would like more information, please call the East Harbor State Park Office and speak to Assistant Park Manager, Dave Ferguson. 419-734-4424 x2 We would be happy to speak with you! DID YOU KNOW? Some long-term campground hosts may become "possessive" with their portion of campsites. To reduce this tendency, some parks rotate hosts -- one month on, one month off. Such a rotation also brings fresh faces and attitudes to the campground on a regular basis. Campground hosts must provide their own camping equipment and the location of their site is at the discretion of the manager. Mark the site with a campground host sign (available at no charge from central office) so the volunteers are easily identifiable to campers. While on duty, campground hosts wear a volunteer hat or visor and an I.D. badge so that they are readily recognizable as park representatives to visitors. DID YOU KNOW? There is a maximum of one campground host location for every 50 campsites. During special events and for other operational needs this number may be increased with written permission form the chief. Paid staff members may not serve as campground hosts at the park at which they are employed. Also, employees may not live at a campsite with a relative who is serving as a campground host. Exceptions can only be made with written permission of the chief.
Some parks have found it necessary to restrict
traffic in camping areas and issue paid car passes. A maximum of two
passes is issued per campground host site for personal use; visitors to
campground hosts must pay for their car passes.
Friends of East Harbor State Park The Friends of East Harbor was formed to raise funds for special projects at OUR PARK. We seek to assist East Harbor in reaching its full "year 'round" potential for the enjoyment of all. Upcoming Possible Projects: Flagpole and landscape ** Group Fire Ring at the Beach ** Playground Equipment ** Bike Racks ** BMX-bicycle cross course ** Prairie grass landscaping ** Year round restroom facilities ** Toboggan run ** Christmas lighting ** Sandbox with canopy off beach ** Ice skating rink/roller blade ** Volleyball nets ** Tennis courts ** Skate park For more information about contacting the Friends of East Harbor, contact the East Harbor State Park Main Office at 419-734-4424 x 2 or email: east.harbor.parks@dnr.state.oh.us
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The Green
Teens program was started to encourage young people aged 16 - 18 to become
involved in the care of a state park. Green Teens may become involved
through a school club or scouting organization, or they may become active
as an individual.