Urban Green - NYC Acadia Crew 2026

Position Summary 

The Crew Will travel from NYC to Acadia National Park in Maine.
The Crew will travel approximately halfway to Bear Brook State Park in New Hampshire and camp with the NH Corps Programs on the night of August 17th and travel to Blackwoods Campground, 155 Blackwoods Drive, Otter Creek, Maine 04660 on August 18th.


The program will consist of conservation stewardship service work, environmental education, and recreation. One of the major projects will be supporting Acadia's Soils to Summits initiative, hiking pH neutral soil to the peak of Mount Sargent to aid in soil rehabilitation.

The majority of the program will take place at Acadia National Park. However, the crew will also take day trips to other sites in the region.

 

Hosting Organization

Acadia National Park

 

 

 

Location 

Otter Creek, ME

 

Schedule 

August 17, 2026 - August 25, 2026

 

Key Duties and Responsibilities 

• Participate fully in all work, workshops, and group activities
• Follow safety rules and use tools/equipment properly
• Contribute to camp life (meals, cleaning, shared spaces)
• Work as a team
• Self Care
• Coastal Stewardship

 

Marginal Duties 

• Assist with camp set-up and break-down
• Help lead icebreakers, games, or group activities
• Support peers who need extra help or encouragement
• Take part in documenting the experience (photos, journaling, sharing reflections)
• Volunteer for extra tasks or leadership roles when able

 

Required Qualifications 

• Previous SCA experience with Metro-NY Programs
• Willingness to camp
• Willingness to take part in stewardship activities
• Professional demeanor
• Good attendance and punctuality

 

Preferred Qualifications 

Previous SCA experience a plus

 

 

 

General Physical Requirements

Able to understand, adhere to, and communicate with others regarding hazards, procedures, and safety policies. 

Able to independently manage known medical conditions with the resources available throughout the position or program. 

Able to wear all required personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, hard hats, gloves, N95 or other approved face mask or shield, and appropriate footwear.Able to refrain from behaviors and actions that disrupt the work and safety of others. 

Able to cooperate with others to complete daily group tasks, responsibilities, and project work under potentially difficult conditions, variable daily routines, and with limited personal time. 

Able to self-regulate or co-regulate emotions and actions when distressed or uncomfortable, with or without the support of others. 

Able to self-manage outdoor and environmental exposure (e.g., temperature, wind, sun, etc.) in a variety of weather conditions. 

Able to maintain adequate nutrition and hydration throughout program time.

 

• Able to independently manage all personal belongings.
• If using prescription medications, able to self-administer medications by following the prescribed dosage, usage, and timing with supervisor assistance. If prescription medication is administered via injection, able to self-administer the injection.
• Able to independently carry a backpacking pack weighing approximately 45% of body weight over varied, loose, inclined terrain for up to a maximum of 15 miles per day with adequate breaks.
• Able to lift a backpacking pack weighing approximately 45% of body weight with minimal assistance from others. 
• Able to grip a third point of contact for balance while crossing rivers/streams or ascending/descending sloped trails.
• Able to independently carry a backpacking pack weighing approximately 30% of body weight over varied, loose, inclined terrain for up to a maximum of 15 miles per day with adequate breaks.
• Able to lift a backpacking pack weighing approximately 30% of body weight with