Stewards VISTA: Lewis & Clark Trail Heritage Foundation Located at the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center in Great Falls, MT, this program encourages a national look. This program will focus on promoting educational opportunities and encouraging trail stewardship along the trail. Through fundraising and grant writing, LCTHF can have a larger impact on communities in bringing those that live or travel there on the trail and engaging together. This program encourages new ideas and innovative solutions, including event planning and partnership development. The AmeriCorps VISTA member will work with theLCTHF in creating various nationwide activities and events with a focus on volunteerism and trail stewardship. Events can include, but are not limited to: trail cleanup days, educational programming, assisting with festival preparations, and more. This engagement will include the next generation with the goal of inspiring them with the Lewis and Clark story, a story of bravery, adventure, science, and the outdoors. The AmeriCorps VISTA member will also work with tribal leaders across the country to include their story and history in any and all events. Along with tribal leaders, this program asks for increased partnership and sponsorship with local and national organizations and businesses. This partnership includes the National Park Service and all Chapters within LCTHF. Apply Here (https://my.americorps.gov/mp/recruit/registration.do) Member Duties : VISTA will work with NPS and LCTHF staff, board, and committees for program creation, community engagement, volunteerism, and fundraising. The member will have the ability to work within their skill set to bring forward their own ideas and programs to better help LCTHF in membership growth, Lewis and Clark educational awareness, and Lewis and Clark National Historic Trial stewardship. Program Benefits : Health Coverage* , Training , Relocation Allowance , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Childcare assistance if eligible , Living Allowance . *For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit http://www.vistacampus.gov/healthcare Terms :Permits working at another job during off hours , Car recommended , Permits attendance at school during off hours . Service Areas :Environment , Education , Community Outreach . Skills :Environment , General Skills , Communications , Fund raising/Grant Writing , Community Organization . SUMMARY Program Type: AmeriCorps VISTA Program Stewards VISTA: Lewis & Clark Trail Heritage Foundation Program Start/End Date 08/15/2022 - 08/14/2023 Work Schedule Full Time Education level Some college Age Requirement Minimum: 18 Maximum: None Program Locations MONTANA Accepting Applications From 02/01/2022 To 07/18/2022 Contact Sam Forsythe 345 Prince St Beckley WV 25801 3048608190 sforsythe@conservationlegacy.org Listing ID 109550 Required SkillsRequired Experience