GA-3883
January 1–December 31, 2010 (including weekends)
Must commit to entire year (see below)
The Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests are recruiting stewards to adopt and monitor two important rock art sites in the mountains of northern Georgia: Track Rock Gap - the best known rock art site in Georgia - near Blairsville, and the newly documented Hickorynut Mountain Petroglyphs, near Helen. Both sites contain one or more boulders exhibiting a broad range and large number of figure motifs, carved by Native Americans more than 500 years ago. Unfortunately, vandalism has occurred repeatedly at these sites. As part of our protection plan, we will enlist an individual or family to visit each of the sites at least once every two months for the period of a year (six visits per site). During that time, these volunteer stewards will assess site conditions and report back to the Forest; the project will play an important role in our efforts to protect these rare and significant sites. Stewards will work on their own after orientation and training, and must be in good physical condition.
Volunteers for this project must attach a résumé, and must indicate why they would like to be selected for the project in the "comments" section on their applications. Volunteers who do not include these in their applications will not be considered for stewardship. Applications will be forwarded to the project leader as they are submitted, and applicants will be contacted shortly thereafter for a telephone "interview." The Clearinghouse will accept applications until the project is filled.
If you meet the minimum qualifications and can be available for the entirety of the project, we welcome your applications for this rare and important project! Those interested must apply by January 1, 2010.
Number of openings: 1–2 individuals or families
Special skills: Must be fully committed to the project, in good physical condition, and able to work without supervision after orientation
Minimum age: 12 years old, under 18 with a responsible adult
Facilities: Volunteers responsible for own food, water, lodging, and transportation
Nearest towns: Blairsville, 8 miles; Helen, 7 miles
Applications due: No later than January 1, 2010; Or until filled - Filled!