Park Host(s) - Ketchikan, AK

Settler's Cove is a small 14 site campground, public use cabin and day use area, located 18 miles north of Ketchikan. The park is nestled in a cove along an ocean passage and surrounded by large trees of the temperate rainforest. There is good fishing, whale watching, beachcombing and fabulous kayaking. The area has an abundance of Sitka black-tailed deer, and several miles of forested trail to hike. Couples preferred.

Host Duties: Welcome campers and day users to acquaint them with the park area and facility; informing visitors of the park regulations, policies, fee requirements, as well as local and statewide attractions; Check and occasionally clean the Public Use Cabin; Inform visitors of the importance of keeping a clean camp site to deter bear activity; deter vandalism/criminal mischief; contact the appropriate law enforcement or EMS agency for emergencies; and inform the area ranger of any problems. Assist the area park staff with the day-to-day operation and maintenance of the area facilities.
Special Projects: May assist, or provide interpretive/educational programs and/or special events authorized by staff. Assist with minor improvements as time and materials are available.
Amenities:  Log cabin, minimal furniture and utensils. Propane heat and stove/oven; electric refrigerator. Propane, electricity, phone and small subsistence payment provided. Other services located in Ketchikan.
Season: 8-10 weeks 5/1 - 7/15, 7/16 - 9/30; and winter caretaker, 10/1 - 4/30 all winter preferred, but will split for 3.5 months each.