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As a stepping stone to the
greater world of guiding and backcountry recreating,
Chilkat
Guides—based
in the picturesque town of Haines, Alaska—will teach
anyone with the aptitude and interest how to guide
themselves and others safely in and out of the wild. Whether
activities include trail hikes, float trips, wilderness
safaris or river expeditions, summer guides, trip leaders
and naturalists get participants excited about the great
outdoors. Their annual guide school (beginning mid-April for
those without guiding experience) is by invitation only and
is free of charge to accepted applicants. All invitees
successfully completing the guide school are offered
employment as guides from May through the end of September.
Compensation starts at $10/hour for straight guiding with
added incentives for trip leaders and naturalists (expect
overtime which is paid at time and a half). Applicants must
have the desire to work long and hard (usually 6-12 hours
per day) in sometimes unpleasant conditions, be athletic and
have a love for people. In addition to guide positions,
active
seniors are also
needed to work as commercial bus drivers (with training
provided). Applications
are available online. |
Chilkat Guides summer staff have the opportunity to lead these unique adventures: the Chilkoot Trail Hike and Float, the Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve Float Trip, the Glacier Point Wilderness Safari or the Tatshenshini and Alsek River Expedition. |
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Spend a summer in one of
the most spectacular regions in the world—work and
play in Southeast Alaska! Celebrating twenty years in
business, Sockeye
Cycle Co. is
the only full-service bicycle business in Alaska offering
sales, service, rentals and tours. From April through
September, twenty seasonal workers are employed, with
positions that include tour guides, van drivers, bicycle
mechanics and managers. The majority of positions are based
in Skagway and involve daily tour operations. Daily tours
are three hours long with groups of twelve; other overnight
and multi-day tours go out at varying dates and times based
on staffing and seniority. Wages start at $10/hour, plus a
performance bonus upon completion of your contract.
Contracts are for a minimum 3-month commitment. Management
positions are salaried, with pay based on experience. At
minimum, applicants must be U.S. citizens, 23 years old and
have a clean driving record. Applications
and job descriptions are available online. Interviews begin
in October with most positions filled by April 1st.
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If you are looking to work and play in Alaska this summer, Sockeye Cycle Co. is hiring plenty of seasonal employees, including cycling tour guides, van drivers, bicycle mechanics and a variety of managers. |
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Looking for that perfect summer job? Bored with retirement? Want an adventure? The Northern Tier National High Adventure Program has staffing opportunities in the U.S. and Canada for everyone! Do not put off the adventure of a lifetime. Where else can you get paid for paddling and portaging? |
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With programs designed to
foster personal growth, self-reliance, cooperation,
confidence, and a sense of community in people of all ages,
Hulbert
Outdoor Center
offers school programs, wilderness trips, Elderhostel
experiences, leadership training workshops, and public
events in Vermont's Upper Connecticut River Valley. Whether
working as an outdoor educator, trip leader, assistant
leader or rock specialist, staff
opportunities
blend elements of wilderness travel, outdoor skill
development, teamwork, sensitivity to the environment, and
personal growth. During the summer, a 3-month commitment is
ideal; however, trip staff are contracted per course. During
the spring and fall, outdoor education instructors are hired
on a seasonal basis with an opportunity to return for
multiple seasons. Updated wage information is available
online; all positions include room, board and paid staff
training. The staff at Hulbert form a unique community of
educators that values dedication, creative problem solving
and hard work. If this sounds like you, applications can be
found online. |
Are you an energetic, talented and dedicated individual who has the desire to live, learn and work in an intense and positive environment? As a staff member with Hulbert Outdoor Center you'll play the role of guide, chef, housekeeper, doctor, educator and entertainer. |
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Connecting adventurers to
the least developed and least visited shorelines in the San
Juan Islands, Anacortes
Kayak Tours
offers four unique trips: a 1.5 hour Deception Pass trip, a
5-6 hour Outer Island program, a 3 hour trip directly off
Fidalgo Island, and multi-day kayaking adventures. Prior to
leading guests on the water, summer
sea kayak guides
participate in a formal class with professional coaches
along with a fairly intensive in-house training program. You
will learn how to use high-end paddling equipment, handle
currents, read weather, and find wildlife—all while
razzle-dazzling your guests. Guides must commit to at least
a mid-June through Labor day timeframe, in addition to
pre-season training activities. Office/logistics staff are
also hired each year. Wages start at $10/hour and go up to
$14/hour. There is a fee for the training course, but much
of this is reimbursed upon completion of the season.
Hardworking, outdoorsy-type folks with a sunny outlook on
life will thrive here. |
With one of the most comprehensive kayak guide training programs in the region, Anacortes Kayak Tours is looking for professional, mature and fun-loving individuals who are looking to work and play in the great outdoors. |
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Offering a unique and powerful blend of wilderness expeditions and community service programs in the southwestern U.S. and Costa Rica, Deer Hill Expeditions spring and summer field leaders facilitate the adventure side of the program, while seasonal interns learn the ropes behind-the-scenes. |
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With a unique blend of sightseeing and adventure, TrekAmerica offers walking, camping and lodging tours for a younger international crowd on a budget throughout North America. Taking to the road in 15-passenger vans, tour leaders double both as guide and driver for their group. In a day's work, leaders must be prepared to arrange daily logistics, research unfamiliar territories, organize day and evening activities, provide briefings and commentary, and lead a safe and enjoyable holiday for passengers. In addition to a 3-week training period, leaders can normally expect to work from April through mid-September, with tours that last from 1-9 weeks. Base pay starts at $1,250 per month plus tips, $125/month for insurance, $30/month for cell phone, an end of year bonus and accommodation throughout the season. At minimum, applicants must be at least 23 years of age with a clean driving record. If you think you have the skills to accommodate a diverse group of travelers—who have different needs, wants, physical fitness and English fluency levels, musical tastes, diets and expectations—obtain detailed tour leader information online. For more information connect with Katy Birchett through email or by calling 800.345.8777. |
Doubling as travel guide and driver, tour leaders for TrekAmerica take small groups on exciting adventures throughout North America. |
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With a passion for creating high-quality outdoor adventure travel experiences accessible for everyone (including those who do not typically get out and enjoy the wilderness), Wilderness Inquiry staff members will lead their group to some of the most amazing places on earth. |
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