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Over the course of a single trip, Wilderness Inquiry Leaders will embrace many roles including educator, guide, leader and more.

Whether you're an expert or beginner in outdoor recreation and education (or not particularly outdoorsy at all!) there is a place for you at Wilderness Inquiry!

Cool Job of the Week Like participants, Wilderness Inquiry staff come from all backgrounds, skillsets, and interests, with one thing in common: all are passionate about making the outdoors a more diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible community for all. With various program models, staff can enjoy working on extended trips across the country or spend their days working locally and returning to their own homes every night. Over the course of a single trip, Leaders will embrace many roles including educator, guide, leader and more. Compensation ranges from $19-$24/hour for day programs and $182-$232/day for overnights/extended tours. Staff housing, meals on extended trips, and professional service stipends are also provided.

More exploration at Wilderness Inquiry! Join the team this fall as a Canoemobile Outdoor Leader! Work options include day trips in the Twin Cities as well as regional and national tours ranging from 2-12 weeks in length.
More exploration at Wilderness Inquiry!Take a virtual tour of the Wilderness Inquiry Apostle Islands Base Camp!

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Join the Frost Valley YMCA team and work with great people, in a beautiful environment through meaningful programs that touch the lives of thousands every year.

Ready to immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of New York's Catskill Mountains?

YMCA Job ListingCool Job of the Week Frost Valley YMCA is seeking vibrant and passionate individuals to be a part of their dynamic team! Explore the great outdoors, inspire young minds, and create unforgettable memories at one of the most exciting outdoor education centers. As an Outdoor Instructor (20+ openings!), you’ll dive into thrilling outdoor experiences that ignite a love for learning and foster deeper connections. Through environmental education, teambuilding, and group & family retreats programs, you’ll lead guided hikes, ecological lessons, team building activities, adventure education, and even conquer exhilarating high and low ropes elements. Rain or shine, you’ll engage with students and guests of all ages — bringing the magic of nature to life. Compensation starts at $16/hour, with benefits that include a private room in shared housing, meals when guests are on property, basic groceries, WiFi access, professional conference and training opportunities, pro-deal purchases, 3 paid floating holidays, relocation reimbursement, and full medical benefits (after 60 days) for academic year positions.

Now seeking seeking Outdoor Instructors for a full academic year (August 19th, 2026 to June 18th, 2027). Two weeks of paid training kicks off the season. Check out all current year-round job openings here.
As a camp, retreat destination, and environmental education center, Frost Valley YMCA provides year-round access to nature, adventure, growth and fun! View the experience »

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Yellow Breeches Educational Center is a unique blend of in class instruction and adventure activities in an effort to help students thrive and meet their fullest potential.

Join a team of engaging and empowering individuals ready to create a nourishing learning environment inside and outside the classroom for students!

Program in the Spotlight With five campuses across south central Pennsylvania, Yellow Breeches Educational Center classrooms extend far beyond the walls of traditional settings to promote academic, social, and personal growth through experience. Through a blend of classroom instruction and adventure education, Experiential Teachers instruct a core subject 3-4 days per week as well as assist with weekly adventure/experiential trip and high-end adventure trips throughout the school year. Adventure Specialists work with program staff to develop and execute an adventure education curriculum and teaches basic to advanced level skills in one or more core adventure disciplines (rock climbing, canoe/kayak, mountain biking) through a combination of classroom instruction and experiential trips. Compensation starts at $40,000/year plus a comprehensive benefits package and a fun and engaging work environment with opportunities for growth.

Teach in a unique, small classroom environment! Positions begin in mid-August for the fall season or the entire academic year.
Engage. Encourage. Grow. YBEC takes students beyond the classroom! This video highlights YBEC's first Level III trip to Colorado.

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Through team building and adventure courses to plant study and astronomy, experience the magic and power of outdoor education that comes from becoming a High Trails Instructor.

If you're looking for a friendly, innovative and fresh approach to the world of outdoor education, join High Trails Outdoor Science School and your very own dirty classroom in the Southern California mountains!

Cool Job of the Week High Trails is a residential outdoor education center that needs good people to teach 6th grade students. Through team building and adventure courses to plant study and astronomy, experience the magic and power of outdoor education that comes from becoming a High Trails Instructor. Check out their staff page and you'll see why they believe they're the most progressive place in the country. If you have a college degree, a healthy amount of experience both with kids and the outdoors, and the willingness to work and live in a small, close-knit staff community, give 'em a holler with questions or apply now.

High Trails is currently seeking Instructors for the 2026-27 school year (September 14th, 2026 – May 28th, 2027).
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Spend a year developing yourself — discover your deeper purpose and share your life and gifts in a thriving intentional community with Camphill!

When you volunteer with Camphill, you experience a different way to be in the world. Make Camphill part of your story.

Spend a year developing yourself — discover your deeper purpose and share your life and gifts in a thriving intentional community with Camphill!

Cool Job of the Week Camphill Live-In Volunteers grow faster than they imagine possible, build deep, lasting relationships, and develop practical and creative skills that open doors for the rest of their lives. This is a great chance to master new skills and carry them forward into your future. Biodynamic farming. Artisan baking. Woodworking. Leadership and cooperative collaboration. Mindfulness. Through a mix of structured training and hands-on practice under the guidance of mentors, you dive right in, and by the end of your year, you're not only comfortable with them, but you’re also leading others in learning. In addition to the college loan support program, each community ensures that every volunteer's basic living needs are covered. This means you receive a monthly stipend, a private room in a beautiful environment, wholesome, mostly organic meals, medical coverage, and other essentials—from toiletries to use of community cars.

More to explore!Spark your potential in 2026-27! Apply now for one of the 125 paid volunteer spots and share your gifts in one of 15 sustainable communities throughout North America.

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