Mammoth Spring National Fish Hatchery (April-July)

Facility

Mammoth Spring NFH Welcome Sign
Mammoth Spring National Fish Hatchery
Mammoth Spring National Fish Hatchery is one of the oldest National Fish Hatcheries in the United States. We raise various types of aquatic species for recreation and conservation purposes. Come visit us and make a day full of wonderful memories.
National Fish Hatchery
Mammoth Spring,AR

Location

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Mammoth Spring, AR 72554
United States

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Volunteer Position Overview

Volunteers Needed
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Recruitment Start Date
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Training Required
No
Security Clearance Needed
No
Virtual
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About This Position

At mammoth Spring NFH our volunteers are offered a wide variety of tasks. We do ask for our volunteers to perform house keeping and maintenance tasks in our visitors center and aquarium. However, there are other tasks that range from using your creative side to feeding the fish we have on site. Volunteers are also offered the opportunity to help with school groups and other hatchery events.


We offer RV sites (no size restrictions, If it is over 70' please call)

Full hook ups (waste water on site, potable water, and 30/50 amp hook ups)

Washer and dryer facility available at no cost.

Picnic table

Fire pit

Close to town

State Park within walking distance.

Many more natural areas a short drive away

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