Tetlin National Wildlife Refuge

by Kay Lynn Odle-Moore
(Tok, Alaska)

Deadman Lake, Alaska

Are you interested in experiencing the wildlife, habitats, and Native culture of Interior Alaska? By volunteering through this program at the Tetlin National Wildlife Refuge, YOU can make a difference!

Tetlin Visitor Center – Milepost 1229 (8 miles from US/ Canada border, 90 miles from Tok) is a beautiful log cabin center which offers a spectacular view of the Refuge from its large viewing deck. Inside are new exhibits (as of 2009) along with Native arts demonstrations.

Visitor Center volunteers help with the operation and maintenance as well as giving interpretive programs to visitors.

We’re looking for friendly, energetic couples to help fill an 8-week position from May 24 to July 16, 2010. This opportunity is for a couple traveling with their RV trained in visitor services and maintenance.

This location has an RV site (up to 28’) with accommodations for water, power, and sewer. Volunteers work four days/week for a total 32 hours and are provided with a meals/ incidentals allowance (approximately $31.50/day/ person) while on site along with a one time travel allowance of up to $300./ couple.

Applicants should have prior experience in communicating with the public, possess basic maintenance skills, be able to lift and carry up to 30 lbs., possess current CPR and first aid certifications, and have valid driver’s licenses. Volunteers will need to work independently & with guidance from staff.

Tetlin National Wildlife Refuge Volunteer Program Visitor Center

For more information, please contact:

Kay Lynn Odle-Moore
Interpretive Park Ranger
Tetlin National Wildlife Refuge
P.O. Box 779
Mile 1.3 Borealis Ave.
Tok, AK 99780

Phone: 907-883-9404
Fax: 907-883-5747
Email: kay_odle-moore@fws.gov