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Today I am interviewing a campground owner in a very scenic part of New Hampshire who is looking for some Workampers to take care of a variety of duties this summer.
Dan Grossman has owned Ames Brook Campground near Ashland, N.H., for six years. The campground itself has been in operation since the 1960s.
It is located a few miles from Squam Lake, which was the setting for the movie “On Golden Pond.”
The private mom-and-pop campground features about 100 campsites and four cabins situated on 30 acres of property. A family-oriented facility, it attracts a good mix of seasonal campers and overnight visitors.
Dan is looking for two couples and would consider a family where teenagers could also work at the campground.
Workampers typically put in 20 to 30 hours per week with all hours paid starting at $15 per hour and going to $20 per hour based on experience.
The season runs from Mother’s Day weekend until Oct. 15, but Workampers typically arrive early to open the campground and stick around for a week or two in the fall to help winterize the facility.
Workampers typically work the front desk, managing customer interactions, taking reservations and serving as the point person for the entire guest experience.
Another person usually works outdoors maintaining the landscaping, keeping the restrooms clean and tidying up the cabins between guest stays.
In addition to the $15 to $20 hourly rate, Workampers also receive an RV site that includes free Wi-Fi and discounts on store items.
The two Workamping couples can work with Dan to determine the schedule to ensure they all have plenty of time off to explore the area. There are a lot of outdoor recreation activities to do in the region. Boston and Portland are both about 90 minutes away.
Dan is especially looking for people who have a background in home improvement or the contracting trades, but that is not a must.
To apply, people simply submit a complete resume with a summary of qualifications. Then, they’ll have a casual conversation with Dan. To really stand out, Workampers should check out the campground’s website and describe ways they feel they can fit in and make a difference.
For more information, Workampers can visit www.amesbrook.com where they can take a virtual tour of the campground and the local area.
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That’s all I have for this week’s show. I will be speaking with another employer from Connecticut on the next episode of The Workamper Show. Thank you for listening!
