Mystery Cave survey / CRF project
Purpose (why we are doing this):
To assist park/trail staff with resource management efforts that conserve the natural and cultural resources of the site.
Impact this position will have:
To increase resource management and enhance resource conservation at this site.
Responsibilities (duties and tasks)
- Ability to travel underground in Mystery Cave for extended periods of time.
- Use survey instruments including compass, inclinometer, or other similar instruments.
- Travel safely in Mystery Cave taking care not to damage resources.
- Familiarity with proper caving techniques including climbing, crawling, stoop walking.
Authorized work to assist with:
- Survey and inventory of Mystery Cave.
Restricted work:
The duties assigned to this volunteer position are laid out above. Tasks pertaining to other programs and projects at this park/trail or any other park or trail unit must be agreed upon in a separate Volunteer Agreement Form.
Qualifications Desired:
Volunteer must be able to:
- carry 20 pounds
- walk up to one mile over uneven terrain
- reach overhead
- bend over
- squat/kneel down, crawl without restriction
- Travel in confined spaces that are damp, wet, and cold.
Safety Training:
CPR/First aid
Below are trainings that aren't required but good to have the knowledge.
SRT, Introduction to cave rescue, Wilderness First aid.
