Volunteer

Black Hills Cave Restoration Camp: September 8-12, 2008

Wind Cave National Park and Jewel Cave National Monument will host the Black Hills Cave Restoration Camp September 8-12, 2008.

The goal of the project is to restore the cave's natural condition along the public tour routes. This year’s camp will focus on removing lint and dust accumulations at both caves.

No previous experience is required; anyone interested in resource protection and restoration may participate. There is no registration fee, and housing is provided. Two days will be spent working at each cave, with Wednesday as a “day off” for caving and/or sightseeing.

To sign up, or for more details, contact Marc Ohms at 605-745-1182 or by email. The registration deadline is Friday, August 22, 2008, and spots are available on a first come-first served basis.

About the VIP Program at Jewel Cave National Monument
Interpretive Volunteer duties include researching, preparing and presenting thematic cave tours and a variety of surface programs including tours and programs for educational groups; staffing visitor center information desk including tour ticket sales and book sales; offering orientation and information services in informal settings; answering public information requests; and assisting with special projects. Jewel Cave National Monument also offers an internship in cave resource management. This volunteer position is designed to provide assistance to the cave management program, and also to give the intern relevant training and experience.

For more information regarding Jewel Cave National Monument volunteer program, please contact the Park Volunteer Coordinator at (605) 673-2288.