OR-3909
June 22-24; July 13-15, 2010
Must commit to one full session; may participate in both
The Deschutes National Forest has begun work to restore the historic Crescent Lake Guard Station to its original (1933) appearance for use in the FS cabin rental program. However, the Guard Station boundaries are known to overlap those of a prehistoric site, and as restoration efforts will require ground-disturbing activity, a PIT project was organized in 2009 to ascertain the extent and depth of cultural remains. During that project a small lithic site, first recorded in 1997, was investigated, but its peripheries could not be fully determined. This year, we will continue to explore the site in order to define the overall spatial boundaries. PIT volunteers and Forest staff will, once again, thoroughly survey the area, and flag and map any artifacts we find. We also plan to excavate another test unit and place a further series of shovel probes. Some controlled surface collection may be done, and a sketch map of the site will be made using traditional methods and "new-fangled" GPS technology. If time permits, we may also begin analysis and cataloging the daily finds. The area boasts hiking trails in beautiful country, fishing, camping, and more. We had a lot of fun last year, so we hope to see you this summer!
Number of openings: 6 (3 per session)
Special skills: Previous archaeological survey, excavation, GPS and/or mapping experience helpful, but not required
Minimum age: 18 years old
Facilities: Camping available at multiple FS and private campgrounds within 10 miles of the project area; pit toilets and water at FS campgrounds; amenities vary at private campgrounds; RV spaces available in campgrounds, hook-up availability varies; Crescent Lake Junction is a full-service community with hotels/motels, B&Bs, restaurants, and a full range of other amenities; volunteers responsible for lodging, personal camping equipment, food, water, and transportation
Nearest towns: Crescent Lake Junction, 3 miles; Crescent, 25 miles; La Pine, 45 miles
Applications due: April 19, 2010
OR-3899
June 15-Sepetember 14 , 2010 (all sessions include weekends)
Must commit to one full session; may participate in more
The Historic Elk Lake Guard Station lies along the beautiful and popular Cascade Lakes National Scenic Byway. It was originally built in 1929, and was afterward in regular use for almost seven decades. In the late 1990s, after the log cabin was "de-commissioned&" as a full-time Forest Service guard station, it was in dire need of maintenance and repair. From 1998-2001, the Forest Service and Passport In Time volunteers worked to reconstruct the landmark. In 2001, the Guard Station, by then designated a national historic site, re-opened its doors as an FS Visitor's Center. Since that time, PIT volunteers have been recruited to staff the Elk Lake GS, and serve as professional-caliber interpretation/information specialists for the site's visitors.
Continuing that tradition, we need your help as uniformed Forest Service representatives again this year! Volunteers will keep the station clean and tidy, and will provide a full range of information and interpretive services to visitors. All sessions will be a week long - Tuesday through Monday - and will include weekends.
Number of openings: 1 individual or couple per session
Special skills: Must be able to perform required duties with minimal supervision after orientation, communicate effectively with diverse audiences, and present a consistently friendly and helpful attitude; FS uniform will be worn during working hours and will be provided by project; knowledge of FS history and Deschutes National Forest recreation geography and policies is helpful, but not required
Minimum age: 18 years old
Facilities: Elk Lake GS available as sleeping quarters (use strictly controlled); water, bath facilities, refrigerator, no cooking facilities; camping/RVs not permitted at GS overnight; tent and RV camping available at Snow Creek Work Center (~10 miles); water, pit toilet, full hookups; Sunriver and Bend are full-service communities with hotels/motels, restaurants, and a full range of other amenities; volunteers responsible for personal bedding/camping equipment, food, cook stove if staying at GS (no charcoal grills/campfires allowed), and transportation
Nearest towns: Sunriver, 30 miles; Bend, 35 miles; LaPine, 45 miles
Applications due: Ongoing until filled
OR-3903
May 10-14, 2010
Must commit to full session
The Malheur National Forest is sponsoring a lithic (stone tool) analysis project and needs your help! The focus of the project will be the identification and classification of artifacts from a collection recovered during surveys conducted over the last 30 years, and will be a mix of training and hands-on activity. PIT volunteers will be exposed to a wide range of artifact types, including formal tools, tool fragments, and manufacturing debris (flakes). Participants will learn to visually classify artifacts, identify evidence of use-wear, tabulate data, and analyze results. Data collected during the project will be entered into the National INFRA database.
Information on past PIT projects on the Malheur National Forest can be found on the Malheur National Forest web site: http://www.fs.fed.us/r6/malheur/ecology/pit.shtml.
Number of openings: 8
Special skills: Lithic analysis and/or computer database experience helpful, but not required
Minimum age: 18 years old
Facilities: FS housing in historic Supervisor's House available at no charge; full kitchen, bath, laundry facilities, and other amenities; John Day is a full-service community with motels, restaurants, RV parks, and a range of other amenities; volunteers responsible for food and lodging (if not opting to stay in FS housing)
Nearest towns: Office project in John Day; Canyon City, 2 miles; Mount Vernon, 8 miles
Applications due: March 8, 2010