Your Very Next Step newsletter for July / August 2015
By Ned Lundquist
www.yourverynextstep.com
“You’ve got to bumble forward into the unknown.”
– Frank Gehry
“The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.”
– Lao Tzu
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*** In this issue:
*** Travel News:
*** Ned’s upcoming travel
*** Where You Shouldn’t Go Alone
*** A New York minute matters, and so does LaGuardia
*** What’s New In Nantucket
*** 10 Coolest All-inclusive vacations
*** Cleveland or Milwaukee?
*** Old Dominion 100 Mile Cross Country Run
*** Tips for Photographing Hummingbirds
*** How to Attract Hummingbirds to Your Garden
*** Nature and Wildlife Photography Tips Center
*** AMERICA’S 10 BEST ZOOS
*** The Top 10 best restaurants in the world
*** Hiking Trails in America: Pathways to Prosperity
*** 9 Best Whitewater Rafting Adventures in the U.S.
*** Europe’s 8 Most Picturesque Towns
*** 20 Gorgeous Seaside Towns in Italy
*** High-Style Flight Attendant Uniforms
*** Planning and Preparation Needed for Safe Summer Adventures
*** Service and Hospitality Largely Influence Airline Passenger Satisfaction
*** Bright ideas: South Beach Installs Free Sunscreen Dispensers
*** JetBlue to Now Charge for Checked Bags
*** Rail Trail of the Month:
*** Trail/Outdoor/Conservation volunteer opportunities:
1.) Chautauqua Trail Building (Saturday, July 11, 2015, OPEN SPACE AND MOUNTAIN PARKS, Boulder, Colorado
2.) Volunteer Opportunities, C.A.S.T. for Kids, Fishing Kids, and Take a Warrior Fishing
3.) Forest Service Volunteer Vacation: Trail work, West Fork Trail, Idaho Panhandle National Forest, Bonners Ferry, Idaho
4.) Volunteer Opportunities, Carolina Raptor Center, Huntersville, NC
*** Travel/Adventure/Outdoors/Conservation employment opportunities:
1.) Conservation Crew Leader, Vermont Youth Conservation Corps, Richmond, Vermont
2.) Outdoor Adventure Position, Walk Your Path Well Adventures, Durham, NC
3.) Outdoor Recreation Planner, Bureau of Land Management, Department Of The Interior, Saint George, UT
4.) Adult Camping Crew Corpsmember, Southeast Conservation Corps (SECC), Chattanooga, TN
5.) Director, Program Development (Full Time), Ocean Conservancy, Washington, DC
6.) Director of South Mountain Partnership, The Appalachian Trail Conservancy, Boiling Springs, PA
7.) Fisheries Culturist, Prince William Sound Aquaculture Corporation (PWSAC), Cordova, Alaska
8.) Director of Community Outreach & Strategic Partnerships, Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado, Denver, CO
9.) Field Team Program, 2015 Field Team Members – Multiple Positions Available, Maine Conservation Corp, Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry, Augusta, ME
10.) Director of Marketing & Public Relations, Snowbasin, Huntsville, UT
11.) Snow Sports Manager, Snowbasin, Huntsville, UT
12.) Marketing & Communications Associate, Sustainable Conservation, San Francisco, California
13.) Administrative Assistant, Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation, Alexandria, VA
14.) Zip Line Canopy Tour Trip Leaders/Guides, The Gorge Zip Line, Saluda, North Carolina
15.) Manager, Conservation Communications, National Wildlife Federation, Washington, DC
16.) Online Integration Coordinator, National Wildlife Federation, Reston, VA
17.) Wildlife and Climate Safeguards Intern, The National Wildlife Federation, Washington, DC
18.) MANAGER OF MARKETING & PUBLIC RELATIONS, Glacier Park INC., Columbia Falls, MT
19.) EVENT STAFF (GROUSE), Glacier Park INC., Columbia Falls, MT
20.) Eastern Montana Field Director, Montana Wilderness Association, Helena, MT
21.) EXPEDITION LEADER – Expedition Ship, Un-Cruise Adventures, Seattle, WA
22.) Ancestral Lands – Preservation and Trail Crew Leader, Petrified Forest National Park and El Morro National Monument, Conservation Legacy, Acoma, NM
23.) Tonto National Forest Outreach and Collaboration Intern (AmeriCorps), Conservation Legacy, Globe, AZ; Payson, AZ
24.) Communications Manager, Audubon Society of Portland, Portland, OR
25.) Outreach & Administrative Coordinator, Project Coyote, Larkspur, CA
26.) PARK SPECIALIST, NOVA Parks, Fairfax Station, VA
27.) Communications Coordinator, Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory, Fort Collins, CO
…and much more…and it’s all FREE!!!
*** Do you have a travel adventure, conservation or outdoor update to share?
Send me your stories and I’ll post in the “Your Very Next Step” and on the YVNS website (http://www.yourverynextstep.com/).
*** Ned’s upcoming travel, maybe, perhaps:
August 1-8, East Lansing, Mich.
August 10-16, Prince Rupert / Nanaimo, British Columbia
August 17-19, San Diego, Calif.
August 19-21, Monterey, Calif.
August 22-28, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
October 28-29, San Juan, Puerto Rico
December 1-3 October, Tokyo, Japan
*** Where You Shouldn’t Go Alone
Even the savviest travelers would benefit from booking a group tour to these eight must-see destinations.
http://www.budgettravel.com/slideshow/photos-where-you-shouldnt-go-alone,12627/
*** A New York minute matters, and so does LaGuardia
By Adie Tomer
http://www.brookings.edu/blogs/the-avenue/posts/2015/06/05-new-york-laguardia-tomer
*** What’s New In Nantucket
Nantucket: No Jacket Required
A Grand Toast: The Nantucket Wine Festival
The Nantucket Yoga Festival
By Sasha Levine
http://www.departures.com/travel/new-things-to-do-in-nantucket
*** 10 Coolest All-inclusive vacations
http://www3.forbes.com/lifestyle/10-coolest-all-inclusive-vacations
*** Who is pimping who?
Cleveland or Milwaukee? You’re welcome to it!
*** Old Dominion 100 Mile Cross Country Run:
We were camping up on Chrisman Hollow Road on Masanutten Mountain in the George Washington National Forest when we saw runners going by. Turns out they were competing in the Old Dominion 100 mile Cross Country Run:
The Old Dominion 100 Mile Endurance Run –a limited number of runners — four marathons run back to back — 24 hour time limit — mountain roads and trails.
http://www.olddominionrun.org/course.html
*** Tips for Photographing Hummingbirds
Two top professionals share their secrets for taking sharp images of these fast flights of fancy
By Mark Wexler
*** How to Attract Hummingbirds to Your Garden
*** Nature and Wildlife Photography Tips Center
Top photographers share advice on everything from getting a sharper photo to photographing wildlife through a window
*** AMERICA’S 10 BEST ZOOS
http://www.fodors.com/news/photos/americas-10-best-zoos?ref=news_fd_062015
*** The Top 10 best restaurants in the world
http://www.successfulmeetings.com/Strategy/SM-Top-10/The-Top-10-Restaurants-in-the-World/
*** Hiking Trails in America: Pathways to Prosperity
American Hiking Society is pleased to announce it’s publication of Hiking Trails in America: Pathways to Prosperity, a report that answers the need for a one-stop source for readily understood information about America’s hiking trails and the myriad of benefits these trails offer the nation. Hiking Trails in America provides information about the evolution of hiking trails in the U.S., the trails community, the benefits of trails, and in the 2015 inaugural issue, the economic benefits of trails, which are surprisingly significant.
The report provides a summary of activities and their results that have HTA cover jpgtaken place in the 50 years since President Johnson’s “Conservation and Preservation of Natural Beauty” speech to Congress in 1965. Of particular note, the report focuses on the passage of the National Trails System Act of 1968 that created the National Trails System as we know it today and gave us such gems as the Appalachian Trail and the Pacific Crest Trail.
Additionally, Hiking Trails in America provides a wealth of information on the hiking community today: who is hiking and where, as well as the “pay-it-forward” ethic of the hiking community which inspires thousands of hikers to volunteer on trails both near and far.
A highlight of the report is its attention to the economic impact of trails on local communities, the outdoor industry, and the nation as a whole. Many will be surprised to find that trails were responsible for the direct creation of hundreds of thousands of jobs in 2012, as well as billions of dollars in economic activity.
Hiking Trails in America is available to the public as a free download. It is hoped that it will be a useful tool to better understand the value of hiking trails in our nation as well as provide useful information to policy makers, elected officials, corporations, and all those who have the opportunity to help continue and build upon the successes of these past 50 years.
http://www.americanhiking.org/advocacy/ahs-releases-new-report-hiking-trails-in-america/
*** 9 Best Whitewater Rafting Adventures in the U.S.
*** Europe’s 8 Most Picturesque Towns
http://www.fodors.com/news/photos/europes-8-most-picturesque-towns?obref=obinsite#!1-intro
*** 20 Gorgeous Seaside Towns in Italy
Have you ever been to Rome in August and wondered where all the locals are?
http://www.fodors.com/news/photos/20-gorgeous-seaside-towns-in-italy?obref=obinsite#!1-intro
*** High-Style Flight Attendant Uniforms
http://www.departures.com/high-style-flight-attendant-uniforms
*** Planning and Preparation Needed for Safe Summer Adventures
Skeeters, ticks, and snakes, oh my! If you stop to think about all the critters and conditions that can possibly make your summer outdoor activities miserable, you may make a big mistake and stay home. With a little planning, preparation, and the proper gear, you can minimize the discomforts that come with any outdoor adventure.
*** Service and Hospitality Largely Influence Airline Passenger Satisfaction
New report on airline passenger satisfaction ranks Alaska Airlines as most-preferred traditional carrier and JetBlue Airways as frontrunner for low-cost carriers
By: Valerie Chen
*** Bright ideas: South Beach Installs Free Sunscreen Dispensers
*** JetBlue to Now Charge for Checked Bags
http://www.cntraveler.com/stories/2015-06-30/morning-news-jetblue-makes-checked-bag-fees-official
*** Trail of the Month: May 2015
Nebraska’s MoPac Trail East and West
by Laura Stark
“I think you’d be pleasantly surprised if you came here and experienced the trail opportunities that Lincoln offers.”
If you had to name a city with a longstanding and thriving trail culture, Lincoln, Nebraska, may not come to mind, but perhaps it should. The city currently boasts 131 miles of multi-use trail; to help put that in perspective, Portland and Minneapolis, two cities long touted as bicycle friendly, have 152 miles and 92 miles of off-road trail, respectively. One of the cornerstones of Lincoln’s network, the MoPac Trail (consisting of the seamlessly connected West and East segments) begins at the University of Nebraska campus in the heart of the city and stretches eastward 27 miles, just shy of Omaha’s doorstep.
“I think you’d be pleasantly surprised if you came here and experienced the trail opportunities that Lincoln offers,” says Dan Schultz, resources coordinator for the Lower Platte South Natural Resources District, which manages the MoPac Trail East.
Exciting change is literally afoot in the Cornhusker State. Omaha currently ranks among the top 50 of America’s Best Bike Cities, and less than a dozen miles separate its trail system from Lincoln’s. The MoPac Trail, which will join them, is also a key piece of a bigger puzzle, the developing Quad State Trail, a regional network which will span more than 700 miles in four Midwestern states: Nebraska, Kansas, Iowa and Missouri. The momentum to close that gap between the state’s two largest cities and tie in to the larger system is built upon efforts that go back decades.
In 1989, the citizens of Lincoln voted 3-to-1 in favor of a bond issue to support the city’s burgeoning trail system. As an editorial in the Lincoln Journal put it, the result “reaffirms the responsible desire of Capital City residents; they want to maintain theirs as an unusually progressive and attractive community, being willing to pay for it.” Keep in mind that this was not too long after Rails-to-Trails Conservancy opened its doors in 1986 at the cusp of the rail-trail movement.
“It started the whole trail system in Lincoln,” says Great Plains Trails Network (GPTN) Founder Elaine Hammer of the bond initiative. GPTN, an all-volunteer organization, has since raised approximately $3.75 million over 25 years for local trail projects, including the MoPac.
In fact, Hammer and a handful of others believed in the trail’s potential so strongly that they mortgaged their own homes to help purchase the abandoned Missouri Pacific Railroad (MoPac) corridor when it came up for sale. Trail advocates had been burned a few years earlier when they were outbid by opponents in an attempt to purchase a portion of another nearby rail corridor, the Rock Island Railroad, and were determined not to lose another opportunity.
Today, the MoPac Trail offers that perfect mix of urban connection and rural escape. Through Lincoln, the trail is paved. It then becomes finely crushed limestone as it leads travelers out of the city and through picturesque countryside, native tallgrass prairie dotted with wildflowers, and lush woodlands. Schultz describes it as a “linear habitat” with turkeys, deer, rabbits, songbirds and other wildlife commonly sighted.
“That aroma follows you,” says nature lover Kathy Newberg of the fragrant wild plum thickets that bloom along the trail in late spring. Newberg, chair of the Nebraska Horse Council’s Trails Committee, has made jelly out of the fruit and says that mulberries also provide a sweet trailside snack. Large cottonwoods, oak trees and sumac, the latter of which turn bright red in the fall, add to the trail’s allure.
The passionate support of Newberg’s group keeps the equestrian trail that parallels the MoPac in tiptop condition. The grassy horse trail begins at the trailhead at 98th and A streets just outside of Lincoln and follows the rail-trail for almost its entire distance. A few times a year, you’ll see volunteers out there with clippers, handsaws and an assortment of other tools to keep overgrowth at bay.
“I like to turn around and look back to see what we’ve just cleared and how good it looks for riding,” says Newberg, who rides horses on the trail two to three times a week.
Although the MoPac sees a diversity of users, conflicts are kept to a minimum. The Trails Committee works hard to educate the public about how bicyclists, pedestrians and equestrians can best share the trail. Newberg advises, “If you see us coming, talk to us. If horses see something coming, they get kind of spooked, but if it’s a person, they know it’s okay. A simple ‘hello’ relaxes the horse instantly.”
Like a carrot on a stick, the beautiful Lied Bridge is a tantalizing attraction that awaits the next step of the MoPac project. The pedestrian bridge stretches 1,714 feet across the broad swath of the Platte River, which divides Lincoln and Omaha. A remnant of the Rock Island Line, the bridge is a reminder that if the rest of that corridor had been saved, a rail-trail connection between the two cities—from the trail’s current terminus at the small community of Wabash to the river—would have been possible. Without it, trail advocates are looking at more challenging alternatives.
“We’re working with the state highway department to build the trail adjacent to some roads to complete it,” says Ross Greathouse, vice president of the Nebraska Trails Foundation. “We’re in the process of doing that, but it may take four to five years.”
Greathouse says it was “a giant move forward” when the bridge opened in 2002. He adds, “When it was completed, 700 people showed up. I’ve never seen anything like it. We had bands playing and everything.”
The fanfare of that trail bridge opening inspired Ben Cohoon to begin the Market to Market Relay, a running event that spans 78 miles along trails and roads between the two cities, which has sold out every year since its inception in 2008. Now the nation’s largest daylong relay with more than 4,000 registered runners, the event generates an estimated annual economic impact of nearly a half-million dollars from spending at local restaurants, lodging and retail outlets, and continues to build awareness and momentum for completing the trail system.
“I enjoyed exploring the city while I was running,” says Cohoon. “And I liked seeing new places. When I learned about the Lied Bridge, I thought, ‘There’s your concept: running from Omaha to Lincoln.’”
Another beloved event utilizing the MoPac is the Tuesday Night Nacho Ride, which takes place weekly from May through October. What began with just a handful of people a few years ago now averages about a hundred participants a night, with riders traveling from Lincoln to the One Eyed Dog Saloon in the old railroad town of Eagle.
“The restaurant and bar owners appreciate the trail and the business that it brings,” says Cohoon. “They really benefit from that.”
The Nacho Ride is something that local resident Matt Olson is looking forward to tackling this year with his 13-year-old daughter. “It’s a 20-mile round-trip so it’s been a stretch for Lyndsay, but I’m hoping we can do it this year!” says Olson.
For Greathouse, too, the incentive to develop and support these trails is a personal one. “I biked across Nebraska with my son when he was a teenager, and those are the fondest memories I have in my life.”
http://www.railstotrails.org/trailblog/2015/may/12/nebraskas-mopac-trail-east-and-west/DCO
*** Trail/Outdoor/Conservation volunteer opportunities:
1.) Chautauqua Trail Building (Saturday, July 11, 2015, OPEN SPACE AND MOUNTAIN PARKS, Boulder, Colorado
https://bouldercolorado.gov/osmp/volunteer-program
2.) Volunteer Opportunities, C.A.S.T. for Kids, Fishing Kids, and Take a Warrior Fishing
Our programs are all volunteer driven and there are numerous ways you can get involved. Donating your time is not only one of the easiest contributions you can make, but is also one of the most impactful.
HOST AN EVENT
Anyone can host an event. Please read on…
Events are hosted on a nationwide scale and can be hosted on any body of water using boats or from shore. Event formats include C.A.S.T. for Kids, Fishing Kids, and Take a Warrior Fishing.
Planning time is approximately 6-8 months.
Involves event logistical coordination, fundraising, and recruiting local community participants as both participants and volunteers.
If you are interested in hearing more about the details of planning an event and what it will take to host one in your community, please contact us…
For C.A.S.T. for Kids events – Jessica Kelly
For Fishing Kids or Take a Warrior Fishing events – Jim Owens, Executive Director
VOLUNTEER YOUR FISHING EXPERTISE AND/OR BOAT
Work one on one with kids and parents, and/or wounded warriors and their families, sharing angling techniques!
First, find the event(s) that is/are in your local area by searching our Event Listings.
Then, click on the registration button or contact the Event Coordinator via email or phone.
GENERAL VOLUNTEERING AT AN EVENT
Shore volunteers are needed for many aspects of the event such as check-in, set-up/break-down, and much more. Individuals and/or groups are welcome to volunteer.
First, find the event(s) that is/are in your local area by searching our Event Listings.
Then, contact the Event Coordinator via email or phone.
http://www.castforkids.org/get-involved/volunteer/
3.) Forest Service Volunteer Vacation: Trail work, West Fork Trail, Idaho Panhandle National Forest, Bonners Ferry, Idaho
Volunteers will be working on the West Fork Trail- digging, heavy lifting, spiking, and wood drilling on the West Fork Trail. Currently, deteriorated puncheon, skewed culverts, and narrow boggy pathways make the trail unsafe. Over 500 feet of puncheon walkway needs to be replaced or stabilized. There will be a wide range of tasks so that people of all abilities can contribute. Trail work in the Panhandle is challenging but the views and vistas make it rewarding!
Work Level: Difficult
Minimum Age: 14
Area and Attractions: Idaho Panhandle National Forest is renowned for its wildlife and diversity of high elevation plants. It is home to moose, deer, goats, black and grizzly bears, cougars, pikas, and diverse avian life. There are three high elevation lakes, long open ridges, streams, and a myriad of meadows that the volunteers can explore during their day off.
Accommodations: Primitive Tent Sites
Accommodations Description: Volunteers will camp on the Ranger Station lawn the first night or can make reservations with any number of local hotels. For the remainder of the week, volunteers will be staying in primitive tent sites in a back country setting. We will base camp around a large high elevation meadow nestled up against a Natural Research Area. There is a stream close by for water. The Forest Service will provide a main rain fly and all the cook gear necessary. We will set up composting toilets and areas suitable for volunteers to wash their hands. Showers will not be available. Volunteers should bring their own tent, sleeping bag, pad, cup/bowl, eating utensils, and personal items.
Climate Information: Idaho weather is unpredictable and changeable. Generally, late July days are sunny and warm, with substantially cooler temperatures in the evening. Rain in the mountains is a good possibility. There are no poisonous bugs or snakes: nor is there any poison ivy or oak, but mosquitos are common. We recommend a hat for sun, and one for cooler temperatures, layered clothing, and a fleece for the evening. Please bring full rain gear, not just a rain poncho, to protect in both wind and/or storms.
Travel Information: Airport pickup provided from Spokane International Airport.
https://www.americanhiking.org/events/idaho-panhandle/’
4.) Volunteer Opportunities, Carolina Raptor Center, Huntersville, NC
Come Soar With Us! Be a volunteer at Carolina Raptor Center!
How does CRC do what we do? With the help of over 300 volunteers that contribute more than 15,000 hours a year! Our volunteers help to further the mission of Carolina Raptor Center as well as make it a better place for both birds of prey and the visiting public. Without the support and time of all of our volunteers, Carolina Raptor Center would not be able to reach as many people and birds as it does. Join our ever-growing force of dedicated volunteers to help us help raptors today!
How do I volunteer?
Adult Volunteer Program – Weekly Commitment – Must be 16 years or older.
Adult volunteers work in most aspects of our medical care, resident bird care and visitor services program. We ask for a weekly commitment — with time off for good behavior! Regular information sessions are held in order to gauge interest and explain the responsibilities involved in volunteering at Carolina Raptor Center. Volunteer sessions are held at the Edna S. Moretti Environmental Education Center at 6000 Sample Road in Huntersville. Enter through the main entrance and check in at the front desk of the Visitor Center. You will find links to the 2015 information sessions below. SIGN UP IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND AS SPACE IS LIMITED. All sessions are from 10 am – 11 am unless otherwise indicated. Currently information sessions are held on Saturdays. If your schedule prohibits Saturday attendance, please let us know and we will work on scheduling a weekday evening session. Contact Ann Parker – aparker@carolinaraptorcenter.org – with any questions.
http://www.carolinaraptorcenter.org/about/jobs/volunteer
*** Travel/Adventure/Outdoors/Conservation employment opportunities:
1.) Conservation Crew Leader, Vermont Youth Conservation Corps, Richmond, Vermont
http://www.vycc.org/positions/conservation-crew-leader/
2.) Outdoor Adventure Position, Walk Your Path Well Adventures, Durham, NC
http://www.barefootstudent.com/raleigh/jobs/full_time/outdoor_adventure_position_234169
3.) Outdoor Recreation Planner, Bureau of Land Management, Department Of The Interior, Saint George, UT
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/407328900
4.) Adult Camping Crew Corpsmember, Southeast Conservation Corps (SECC), Chattanooga, TN
http://www.coolworks.com/southeast-youth-corps/highlighted-job/5425
*** From Eileen Ashton:
5.) Director, Program Development (Full Time), Ocean Conservancy, Washington, DC
The Director, Program Development serves as a hub for Ocean Conservancy’s programs, responsible for developing, implementing, and enhancing strategies to support ongoing, annual and long-range planning across all of Ocean Conservancy’s core program areas. The Director will be responsible for orchestrating all of the organization’s major planning processes, including annual work planning and budgeting, development of large grant proposals, and monthly board reporting. This position will be the program liaison with the Development and Finance departments and will support both the Executive and Program Director teams on an on-going basis with the goal of facilitating strong internal communication and alignment, as well as identifying opportunities for streamlining internal processes.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a non-profit professional looking to deepen his or her understanding of non-profit management and ocean conservation. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of relevant experience working in the non-profit or conservation field; success in this role will require impeccable interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills, as well as resourcefulness and independent initiative.
Full description and application link:
http://job.ceaconsulting.com/jobs/director-program-development-washington-dc-34056
6.) Director of South Mountain Partnership, The Appalachian Trail Conservancy, Boiling Springs, PA
http://www.ecojobs.com/jobs_details.php?sec=3EW&AID=94531
7.) Fisheries Culturist, Prince William Sound Aquaculture Corporation (PWSAC), Cordova, Alaska
Hatchery operations responsible for cultivating and rearing of salmon. Duties include propagation, harvest, analysis of data, hatchery facility maintenance and improvement, and crew leaders for fisheries
technicians. Submit detailed resume, cover letter and completed PWSAC application
http://www.coolworks.com/prince-william-sound-aquaculture-corporation/profile
8.) Director of Community Outreach & Strategic Partnerships, Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado, Denver, CO
Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado (VOC) is a statewide nonprofit volunteer organization whose mission is to motivate and enable citizens to become active stewards of Colorado’s natural resources. VOC provides hands-on opportunities for Coloradoans to enhance, protect, and sustain our state’s natural heritage.
The Director of Community Outreach and Strategic Partnerships is a new senior management position at VOC, working closely with the Executive Director and the Director of Statewide Stewardship to assure strategic positioning for the organization.
The Director of Community Relations and Strategic Partnerships is responsible for multiple statewide and community based efforts designed to build new alliances and enrich existing relationships with
corporations, community organizations, non-profits, school districts, neighborhood associations, and various cultural groups. He/she will develop strategies for raising revenue through VOC’s outdoor stewardship volunteer programs and direct outreach and communication efforts to reach new target volunteer markets.
We seek candidates with experience in programmatic development with a reliance on community-based partnerships and who are interested in growing professionally in leadership responsibilities within the non-profit sector. Candidates must demonstrate successful experience in grant writing; in the development of community-based and corporate partnerships; and, have proven experience in supervision and in developing and mentoring staff members.
Qualified applicants are visionary, strategic leaders who demonstrate the highest levels of integrity and authenticity. We seek a leader who is engaged, genuine in his/her respect for others, and has a collaborative management style. We want a professional who focuses on results and opportunities and takes a proactive role in the organization and in executing the position’s responsibilities.
A competitive compensation and benefits package is available.
To apply for this position, please send your resume, cover letter and salary requirements to Carolyn McCormick of Peak HR Consulting, LLC at Carolyn.McCormick@peakhrconsulting.com.
All applications are to be submitted via email. To learn more about us, please visit www.voc.org.
http://www.ecojobs.com/jobs_details.php?sec=3EW&AID=94757
9.) Field Team Program, 2015 Field Team Members – Multiple Positions Available, Maine Conservation Corp, Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry, Augusta, ME
http://www.backdoorjobs.com/maine-conservation-corps.html
10.) Director of Marketing & Public Relations, Snowbasin, Huntsville, UT
https://www.snowbasin.com/images/uploads/pdfs/Director_of_Marketing_PR.pdf
11.) Snow Sports Manager, Snowbasin, Huntsville, UT
https://www.snowbasin.com/images/uploads/pdfs/Snow_Sports_Manager.pdf
12.) Marketing & Communications Associate, Sustainable Conservation, San Francisco, California
http://philanthropynewsdigest.org/jobs/17432-marketing-communications-associate
13.) Administrative Assistant, Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation, Alexandria, VA
www.TakeMeFishing.org/corporate
The Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation (RBFF) is looking for an Administrative
Assistant to join its team in Alexandria, VA. We’re looking for an organized, goal-oriented, team
player with experience in administrative support functions and solid communication and
interpersonal skills.
As the only organization dedicated to growing U.S. participation in recreational boating and
fishing, and supporting the aquatic conservation programs that rely on it, RBFF manages the
award-winning Take Me Fishing™ brand campaign. Our work includes advertising, marketing,
public relations and social media to get the word out about Take Me Fishing’s go-to digital
resource, TakeMeFishing.org, where consumers can learn, plan and equip for a day on the water.
RBFF recently launched a new Spanish-language brand, Vamos a Pescar™, to engage Hispanics in
boating and fishing. You’ll be working to ensure efficient daily operations of both brands.
If you are a resilient, customer-service oriented self-starter who enjoys working in a small group
setting; and you are in search of a job that promotes fun, quality time with friends and family,
and protecting our aquatic natural resources, we’d love to have you on board! We’ll even invite
you to go fishing with us each summer.
Responsibilities
– In conjunction with the Office Manager, provides administrative reinforcement in routine
but essential office functions
– Participates in maintenance of all on premise business systems and equipment
– Assists with fixed asset inventory, accounts payable and HR administration
– Serves as receptionist, coordinates shipping and receiving functions, and acts as liaison
with building management
– Coordinates shared calendars, schedules meetings and maintains supply inventories
– Completes and assists with special projects as needed
Required Skills
– Associate’s degree or equivalent work experience
– Intermediate skill level in MS Office Suite; Salesforce experience a plus
– Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
– Strong attention to detail in complex situations
– Ability to multi-task and identify priorities
– Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines
As an RBFF staff member, you will receive a competitive salary; full benefits package including
401k, performance-based bonuses, medical, dental, vision, long- and short-term-disability, life
and AD&D insurance. If you are an outstanding Administrative Assistant with a solid background,
we want you on board! Please send your resume to hr@rbff.org with your salary requirements,
and reference Administrative Assistant in the subject line. No phone calls please.
14.) Zip Line Canopy Tour Trip Leaders/Guides, The Gorge Zip Line, Saluda, North Carolina
http://thegorgezipline.com/jobs/
15.) Manager, Conservation Communications, National Wildlife Federation, Washington, DC
https://nwf.applicantpro.com/jobs/237619.html
16.) Online Integration Coordinator, National Wildlife Federation, Reston, VA
https://nwf.applicantpro.com/jobs/199705.html
17.) Wildlife and Climate Safeguards Intern, The National Wildlife Federation, Washington, DC
https://nwf.applicantpro.com/jobs/230900.html
18.) MANAGER OF MARKETING & PUBLIC RELATIONS, Glacier Park INC., Columbia Falls, MT
https://external-glacierpark-viad.icims.com/jobs/5143/manager-of-marketing-%26-public-relations/job
19.) EVENT STAFF (GROUSE), Glacier Park INC., Columbia Falls, MT
https://external-glacierpark-viad.icims.com/jobs/3962/event-staff-%28grouse%29/job
20.) Eastern Montana Field Director, Montana Wilderness Association, Helena, MT
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27.) Communications Coordinator, Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory, Fort Collins, CO
Since 1988, Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory (RMBO) has been creating solutions for bird and habitat conservation through an integrated approach of Science, Education, and Stewardship. Science is the foundation of our work as it collects and interprets the knowledge to help drive conservation action. Education is essential for connecting people of all ages with nature and empowering everyone to make a difference. Through stewardship, we are collaborating with private landowners and public and private land managers to enhance land for the benefit of birds, people and other wildlife. We work across the breeding, wintering and migratory ranges of the birds of the Rockies, Great Plains, Mexico and beyond! Learn more about RMBO at www.rmbo.org.
We are headquartered in Brighton, Colorado, with a satellite office in Fort Collins and several staff members working out of partner offices in Colorado, Wyoming, Nebraska, South Dakota and North Dakota. RMBO supports nearly 50 full-time team members and contract positions, as well as 50-plus seasonal staff members. Our annual budget is more than $4 million and we have doubled in size in the last five years. We collaborate with more than 200 federal, state, university and other non-government partners. In late summer, RMBO will be rebranding to Bird Conservancy of the Rockies.
RMBO is seeking a versatile, experienced communications professional with strong writing, editing, public relations and organizational skills to promote the organization and its mission. The Communications Coordinator manages the daily communications of RMBO and produces publications and content in both print and online formats.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
*Reviews, updates and implements organizational communications plan
*Prepares and works within annual communications budget
*Ensures elements of brand (such as name, logo and slogan) both align with mission and also are incorporated consistently and appropriately across communication tools; leads implementation of new brand
*Produces annual report, print newsletters and e-newsletters
*Reviews and updates brochures and other publications as needed
*Keeps website updated, develops blog posts and posts content regularly to Facebook and other social media
*Writes appeal, thank you and other member- and donation- focused letters and coordinates participation in Colorado Gives Day
*Manages membership database and ensures donor acknowledge letters/tax receipts are sent in timely manner
*Assists staff in recruiting people for citizen science, naturalist and other volunteer programs, educational programs and other activities
*Develops news releases, radio spots and media pitches to disseminate to media and partners to convey RMBO stories, results and events
*Coordinates and promotes events, leads planning of annual picnic and keeps outreach materials, booth, and displays current and available
*Assists Executive Director, Development Director and other staff with editing and formatting updates, proposals and reports
*Develops and maintains partnerships with other organizations and vendors
*Represents RMBO in a professional manner at meetings and other activities
*Serves on Marketing committee of the Scientific Cultural Collaborative
*Stays apprised of conservation issues
Qualifications:
Competency Requirements:
*Demonstrated ability to produce clear, concise, accurate and informative copy, often from technical source material
*Strong organizational skills and ability to coordinate multiple projects and meet deadlines
*Experience developing and managing content for websites (WordPress) and social media sites (Facebook and Twitter)
*Experience with page design and layout
*Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and experience with Adobe products (Photoshop and InDesign), email marketing platforms (Constant Contact) and databases (Donor Perfect)
*Strong public and interpersonal communications skills
*Commitment to environmental conservation
*Knowledge of birds, biology and other nature-related disciplines preferred
Education/Experience:
This position requires a bachelor’s degree in public relations, journalism, marketing, communications or a related field, with advanced degree preferred, plus a minimum of 5 years related experience.
Terms of Employment:
The Communications Coordinator will work closely with the Development and Executive Directors. Salary is in the range of $40,000-$50,000, depending on experience. This is a full-time regular, exempt position. RMBO offers generous paid time off and holidays, a Simple IRA match, and health, dental and vision insurance. This position is based out of RMBO’s office in Fort Collins, CO. Some travel within the Front Range, including Brighton and Denver, is a requirement of this position. RMBO is an equal opportunity employer.
Salary: $40-50K
Application Deadline: 07/31/2015
Send cover letter, resume, three references and three work samples in a single document by email to Erica Grasmick, Communications Assistant, at erica.grasmick@rmbo.org by July 31, 2015.
http://andrewhudsonsjobslist.com/index.cfm?PID=805&ID=9744,31741,0&S=ioonsioruwr#j071315_3
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