Responding to this opportunity alerts staff of your interest. It does not automatically sign you up for this assignment. Park Staff will reach out to interview you and determine if you will be selected to volunteer for this specific assignment.
Pilot Butte is an old cinder cone located just east of Bend. Hike up and around on one of three trails. The trails wind through stands of juniper and sage. All of the trails lead to the summit. Once at the top, get ready for a grand panoramic view of the high desert. To the west at sunset, the glow of snowcapped Cascade mountains put on a spectacular show. Three Sisters, Mt. Jefferson, Black Butte and Mt. Hood are some of the highlights. There is year-round access from the east side parking lot to all trails and the summit.
The Day-Use Host provides service for Pilot Butte by providing outstanding public contact, shows a caring presence, answers questions, helps to deter vandalism and continually improves park aesthetics. This volunteer performs restroom janitorial, irrigation, and park maintenance. Review the volunteer assignment description for this position here.
Time Commitment: Volunteers should anticipate approximately 4 hours a day, 5 days/week, per host. Wednesday-Thursday off.
Location: Pilot Butte State Scenic Viewpoint. Learn more about the park and the available amenities on the Host Site Directory page for this property online here.
This opportunity is available for one individual or a team of hosts staying together at the same site.
Opportunity exists for this position to extend through January 2027
