Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
AmeriCorps is a network of national service programs where programs take different approaches to improving lives and fostering civic engagement. AmeriCorps offers a variety of service opportunities anything from focusing on environmental stewardship (Like GBI) to fighting poverty to working with veterans to after-school academic programs.
To learn more about AmeriCorps please go to www.americorps.gov
AmeriCorps is a volunteership but members are compensated in the form of a living allowance and education award.
Members are given a living allowance every two weeks for every day they are in service EVEN on their days off. Do NOT compare this to your hourly wage.
Field Per Diem - Per Diem for field days - Cost Depending on Positions ranges from $15-$24.
SNAP Benefits - AmeriCorps Members are eligible. We will provide a verification letter for the application process.
Health Benefits - GBI provides Health Benefits at NO cost to members this includes Medical, Dental, and Vision and a FREE Life insurance policy.
Education Award - Upon successful completion of the service term agreement you will receive an Education Award.
Members are expected to carry and haul heavy material and tools. They may have to hike several miles in one work day or throughout a week. This is not glamorous work. Members can get sweaty and dirty while out in the field. Majority of the camping for the program is primitive or undeveloped front-country camping . No running showers, No toilette. Weather Conditions vary between extreme cold at high altitudes during winter/early spring and extreme heat during later spring/summer.
NCC provides crew gear such as work truck, coolers, drums of water, camp stove, cooking & eating utensils - for camp only.
Crew members are responsible for all personal gear such as your tent, sleeping bag, sleeping pad, pack/duffel and other personal items.
A USFS A-Feller Chainsaw Certification (Forestry Crews)
First Aid / CPR
Restoration Techniques
Off-Road and Defensive Driving Techniques
Mapping / GIS Training
Leave No Trace (LNT Training)
UTV Certification (LDP)
Avalanche Training (Winter Rangers Program)
Snowmobile Training (Winter Rangers Program)
AND MORE!!!