Trione-Annadel State Park


Bike Patrol

Purpose:

  • Patrol the park on bicycle.
  • Provide public information and interpretation of the natural and cultural history.
  • Instruct and encourage visitors in safety policies and procedures.
  • Assist park staff in surveying trail conditions, use, and potential problems. 
  • Assist park staff in securing medical assistance, search and rescue operations and trail maintenance.

Training:

  • California State Park Volunteer Orientation training.
  • Training rides with current BAU volunteers.
  • Bicycle rider testing.
  • On-going Docent enrichment opportunities.

Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Research and develop knowledge of park operations, rules and regulations, history, emergency procedures, radio procedures, etc.
  • Provide information to visitors and represent California State Parks in friendly, professional manner.
  • Comply with standards of dress and grooming for Volunteers.
  • Submit patrol report at conclusion of patrol.
  • Schedule and report hours of volunteer service through established procedure.
  • Notify Volunteer Coordinator of any changes in availability, illness, etc.
  • Comply with all Volunteer registration paperwork requirements.
  • Attend MAU meetings.
  • Refer to MAU rules and regulations for detailed rules and regulations.

Benefits:

  • Opportunity to see and explore new areas.
  • Opportunity to contribute to your community and provide valuable assistance to CSP.
  • Opportunity to inspire park visitors by educating them about the natural and cultural history of the parks.
  • Expand your awareness, understanding, sensitivity and appreciation of our rich natural and cultural history.
  • Earn park passes.

Knowledge/Skills desired:

  • You must pass a series of practical tests set up to demonstrate capability to ride safely on trails alongside a variety of park users
  • Possess a positive, enthusiastic attitude toward people.
  • Possess good communication skills and make effective oral presentations.
  • Ability to interact in a professional manner with visitors, staff and peers.
  • Have the ability to work independently.

Essential Functions:

Bicycle riding, walking or hiking on even or uneven terrain for extended or prolonged periods of time, working in a full range of environmental conditions, reading, listening, comprehending, speaking, sitting, standing, climbing, bending, stooping, squatting, gripping, lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling.