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Tour Guide (Docent)

USS Potomac Association
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Oakland, CA
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    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per month
    Commitment Details:
    Two to three events per month-either cruise, dockside, charter or student cruise.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    20
    Cause Areas:
    Education, Travel & Hospitality, Volunteering
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    Must be physically able to climb up and down a short flight of narrow, steep stairs several times during a tour.

    Description

    Tour Guide (Docent)

    Lead small group tours on board the USS Potomac, Franklin D. Roosevelt's historic presidential yacht which is fully restored and open to the public at Jack London Square in Oakland. Lead tours onboard while on cruises in San Francisco Bay, during private charters of the ship, during student cruises of fifth graders, or dockside when the ship is not moving. Training and orientation are provided, as well as mentorship. No special skills are needed except a desire to share the history of the ship with the public, and the life and times of FDR, maybe enjoy a bit of history. Opportunities are also available to greet the public in the Visitors Center museum.

    Lead small group tours on board the USS Potomac, Franklin D. Roosevelt's historic presidential yacht which is fully restored and open to the public at Jack London Square in Oakland. Lead tours onboard while on cruises in San Francisco Bay, during private charters of the ship, during student cruises of fifth graders, or dockside when the ship is not moving. Training and orientation are provided, as well as mentorship. No special skills are needed except a desire to share the history of the ship with the public, and the life and times of FDR, maybe enjoy a bit of history. Opportunities are also available to greet the public in the Visitors Center museum.

    Location

    On-site

    USS Potomac Association

    540 Water St, Oakland, CA 94607, USA

    How to Apply

    Visit our website at www.usspotomac.org, select Get Involved tab, choose Volunteer. There you will find descriptions of roles and a link to our application. print off and complete the application and return via email to contact@usspotomac.org or jpettley@usspotomac.org, either one works. Or, you can put it in the mail to Potomac Association, 540 Water Street, Oakland, CA 94607.

    Once received, the volunteer coordinator will reach out to schedule your orientation. Training and shadowing of experienced docents helps you learn in our supportive environment. No prior knowledge of FDR or WWII history is needed.

    Visit our website at www.usspotomac.org, select Get Involved tab, choose Volunteer. There you will find descriptions of roles and a link to our application. print off and complete the…

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