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Address: 789 Myrick Park Dr. LaCrosse, Wisconsin 54601

Fall Crew Member JOB DETAILS Actively Recruiting : Yes Position title : Fall Crew Member Type of Position : Corpsmember / Intern Town, City, Park, etc : La Crosse State / Territory : Michigan, Minnesota, Wisconsin Benefits : Education Award, Housing – Primarily Camping, Industry-Recognized Certifications, Meals/Food Assistance, Student Loan Forbearance Project/Program Focus : Habitat Restoration, Invasive Species Management, Native Plants, Trails Attachments/Supplemental Materials :Crew-Member-2026-Position-Announcement

Our primary focus is to engage young adults through hands‑on service opportunities in environmental stewardship, accomplished through partnerships with land management agencies and environmental education organizations across Wisconsin and the Upper Midwest.

Position Service Site:

WisCorps, based in La Crosse, Wisconsin; project sites throughout Wisconsin and the Upper Midwest

Service Dates:

Summer Session:

May 18 th through August 15 th , 2026 (13 weeks) – 675-Hour Service Term

Fall Session:

September 8 th through November 14 th , 2026 (10 weeks) – 675 Hour Service Term

Requirements : Ability to pass a background check and full availability throughout the season.

Position Overview:

Crew Members complete high‑priority conservation and restoration projects across Wisconsin and the Upper Midwest as a part of the WisCorps Crew Program. Crews partner with land management agencies, nonprofits, and other organizations to complete hands‑on projects such as habitat restoration, invasive species removal, trail construction, boardwalk installation, and other natural resource improvement work. Crew Members live and serve closely with their teammates throughout the season, forming a cooperative, inclusive living community. Each crew typically consists of two Crew Leaders and three to four Crew Members who share daily responsibilities such as meal planning, cooking, camp setup, and maintenance. Depending on project needs, crews may relocate weekly or remain at a site for several weeks, living in single‑occupancy tents or dormitory‑style housing. When not serving on active projects, Crew Members participate in community engagement and environmental education efforts, promoting sustainability and outdoor stewardship while exploring the communities they serve. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable field experience, build lifelong connections, and contribute to meaningful conservation outcomes as part of a dedicated AmeriCorps service team.

Service Description:

WisCorps crews serve together to complete projects that make positive and lasting changes in natural areas around the Upper Midwest. Conservation projects that WisCorps crews complete may include:

Habitat restoration

through the treatment and removal of invasive species

Trail building

and design in state parks, national parks, conserved land, and other publicly accessible natural areas

Boardwalk construction

and installation along National Scenic Trails and in publicly accessible natural areas

Crew Members have the opportunity to expand their comfort zone. Crews spend the full duration of their season living, serving, and traveling together. Off times during the season are an opportunity to explore nearby towns and natural areas, take care of chores like laundry and grocery shopping, and relax at camp or in provided housing. WisCorps does not allow the use of alcohol, recreational drugs, or tobacco throughout the crew season, during the service day or during non‑project time. WisCorps crews live sustainably and follow Leave No Trace principles. Participants are responsible for developing a menu, grocery shopping, and cooking together, while taking into account all possible dietary restrictions.

JOB DUTIES Responsibilities:

Serve up to 10 hours per day for 4‑10 consecutive days on a crew comprised of 4‑7 other service members in outdoor locations; 40 hours per week of direct project field service time is expected

Serve and live in a variety of weather conditions and temperatures, either in a camping environment or in indoor dormitory‑style housing

Operate and maintain brush saws and hand tools to accomplish environmental restoration project tasks as assigned

Use long‑handled trail‑building tools to maintain trails or to build new trails

Hike extended distances on various terrain with a 25+ pound backpack

Effectively communicate with fellow Crew Members, Crew Leaders, WisCorps staff, project sponsors, and members of the public

Practice Leave No Trace principles and sustainable living techniques

Be an active and reliable part of a functional and positive crew community

Abide by all WisCorps & AmeriCorps policies and procedures

Alcohol, recreational drug, and tobacco use is strictly prohibited throughout the season, during project work, evenings, and off times

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