



A time commitment of one day a week for a minimum of 3 summer months is required. Participants must be willing to handle money, credit cards and work a cash register. You will help visitors find their way around the island, suggest educational and recreational ways for them to get the most out of their visit, answer camping questions, and much more. Visitor Center Volunteer - If you are a people person and would like to remain indoors, consider working in our Assateague Island Visitor Center. Good people skills are a must! Specialized training is provided and a minimum commitment of 3 months is required. Constant exposure to heat, sun and biting insects make this position an arduous assignment. 2023 Assateague Island National Seashore Annual Pass. For any cash entrance fees or donations, please visit the Ranger Station (MD district). Entrance passes and donations are CARD ONLY. It is desirable to be in good physical condition as these duties are performed entirely outdoors using bicycles or golf carts. The Assateague Island Visitor Center (MD district) and the Toms Cove Visitor Center (VA district) are now cashless. Pony Patrol volunteers educate the public and interrupt harmful interactions with visitors. Visitors often try to feed, pet, and get too close to the famous Assateague wild horses. Pony Patrol - Pony Patrol - The Pony Patrol volunteers play an active role in protecting wildlife. Please check at the Assateague Island Visitor Center or with the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (877-620-8DNR) for the latest. All lines and collapsible traps must be removed after crabbing. Hookups are available for those with trailers and RVs. (In Maryland, only waterfront property owners and commercial crabbers may use crab pots.) Crabbing equipment must be attended at all times. Hosts help out in the campground office, give out information to campers and work with our law enforcement rangers. Campground Host - If you are a camper and have a month or more of time to share, you may be interested in this program.
