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Whether guiding outdoor adventures for kids at a summer camp, leading fun and educational activities in your area of expertise, teaching an organic gardening class, cultivating a genuine curiosity and well being of your group, or strumming the guitar at the nightly campfire of a dude ranch, you'll have plenty of exciting job opportunities to explore here. More to Explore |
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Looking for a life-changing summer job? Located in the scenic San Bernardino Mountains of Southern California, Pali Adventures is a one-of-a-kind overnight summer camp for kids ages 8-16. Campers can choose from 29 specialty activities ranging from High Octane Action Adventure and Secret Agent Camp to creative and performing arts and everything in between. Now seeking Summer Camp Counselors with skills in the following activity areas: water sports, boat driving, lifeguarding, ropes, action sports, street art (spray painting), culinary, fashion/sewing, motorsports, DJing, film/broadcasting, fine arts, Hollywood stunts (high falls/stage combat), Ninja Warrior & Parkour, gymnastics, LARP, movie make up (SFX trained preferable) and rock star. Responsibilities include teaching a specialty, a variety of different electives, dressing up for the evening activity and, of course, making sure each camper is having fun and feels that you are there for them. You will also be responsible for the health and safety of campers in your group: creating a positive in-cabin experience, making sure they wake up on time, dress appropriately for the weather, eat properly, drink water, put on sunscreen, attend the correct activities, make great friends, and so much more! Training for watersports, lifeguard, and ropes starts on May 16th for a week, then transitions into general staff training beginning on May 23rd for two weeks. 2026 camp dates run from June 7th through August 17th. You'll work long hours and be asked to do wild and crazy things at any moment! Benefits include a competitive wage, room and board, paid staff training (CPR/first aid certification provided) and being able to share your passion with the next generation of aspiring adventurers. If you are a self-aware, empathetic, responsible, positive, energized, and kid focused individual who can help create the best summer experience possible for Pali campers, apply now.
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Find your next adventure! Listen to Pali staff and campers talk about the impact that Pali Adventures has had on their lives and why they come back year after year. • Being a continuously positive role model for campers is likely to be the hardest job you will ever have, but you will leave Pali Adventures with some of the best memories of your life. |
Located in the San Juan Mountains of southwest Colorado, family-owned Colvig Silver Camps is a residential, wilderness-oriented camp that blends traditional summer activities with overnight backcountry adventures. An environmentally oriented and non-competitive philosophy coupled with a choice-based format is designed to develop self-esteem, leadership skills, responsibility and teamwork. Camp activities include (but are never limited to) day hikes, field games, arts & crafts, western horseback riding, target sports, swimming, rock climbing, ropes/challenge course, environmental activities, campfires, songs, skits, cookouts and more! Wilderness trips include desert and alpine backpacking, mountain climbing, mountain biking, Anasazi ruin exploration, canoeing and rafting. Summer job opportunities include Counselors, Trip Leaders, Program Coordinators, Expedition Coordinator, Arts & Crafts Coordinator, Climbing Coordinator, Range Instructor, Wranglers, Photographer, Videographer, Cooks, Nanny, and a Registered Nurse. Benefits include a summer salary ranging from $4,000–$5,400, travel reimbursement and bonuses, room and board, laundry, pro-deal purchases for outdoor gear, comprehensive staff training, and WFA certification. 2026 positions begin as early as May 11th with all staff training from May 25th–June 7th, a mid-summer break from July 6th–9th, and work through August 10th. At minimum, applicants must be at least 18 years of age and have completed 1 year of college. If you have a passion for working with children in an outdoor setting and a commitment to the development of positive, meaningful relationships, read the staff FAQs, fill out the online application or connect with Tyler Dixon for more information.
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• Creative. Tireless. Patient. Flexible. Positive Attitude. Fun-Loving Spirit. Sense of Humor. Responsible. Sound like you? Colvig Silver Camps seeks these key attributes in its summer staff. |
Come for the summer of a lifetime in a one-of-a-kind historic mountain setting in the Colorado Rockies! Unique in its non-corporate and independent feel, The Colorado Mountain Ranch summer camp has been continuously owned and operated by three generations of the same family since 1947. The camp community of staff-in-residence fosters play, friendship, and growth through adventurous outdoor activity in the children's day camp programs. The foundation of the overall experience for everyone builds through team building games. Every camper pod needs Group Counselors. Activities need Instructors: Western Horseback Riding and Horse/Goat Care (Wrangler), Roping, Western Art (drawing horses), Mountainboarding (like snowboarding on wheels), Arts & Crafts, Archery, Gymnastics & Trampoline, Disc Golf, Drama, Yoga, Nature Crafts & Outdoor Skills, Global Indigenous Lore, and Team Building Games. Support Staff includes a Camp Photographer, Blogger & Media Manager, Lifeguard, Nanny, Maintenance, Head Chef, and Food Service personnel. Summer staff use ranch resources as well as create their own camp programs. Every job involves inspiring and guiding young people, participating enthusiastically in all daily activities, and embracing a philosophy of respect for self, others and nature. Most first year staff members earn $492/week (plus a completion-of-contract bonus, travel stipend, and optional week off), along with home-made, all-you-can eat buffet style meals (snacks are always available too!), bunkhouse-style housing, a mountain home for the summer, leadership training, fun staff outings, and lifetime friends. Paid Internships are possible! The 2026 camp season begins on May 22nd with a 10-day orientation followed by ten weeks of children's programs through August 9th. Some staff members stay to work later in August and into September to help with the fall season of events and projects. To connect right away, call/email Lynn or JoJo OR complete the online application.
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Be a part of a uniquely positive community this summer! Tangible benefits include compensation of $5,000 plus a $1,000 summer completion bonus, room & board, and lots of great home cooking served family-style. Applicants must have a willingness to sacrifice one’s own interest for the benefit of others, an eagerness to engage the boys, a strong character, positive role modeling skills, and a sincere interest in learning, living and working in a community. This is an invaluable experience for anyone interested in teaching or working in the social services field. 2026 positions run from June 6th to August 11th. Explore all summer positions, learn what it takes to excel as a staff member, fill out an application or contact Greg Stoutzenberger for more information. • Filmed over two summers, this video was created to celebrate Mayhew's 50 years of helping NH boys find their best.
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• The nature of the job — working with hard-working and appreciative boys in a challenging setting — requires a tremendous work ethic, maturity, patience, dedication, fairness, a love of the outdoors, a willingness to learn, a good sense of humor, a positive attitude, the ability to work well with others and create community, and an absolute commitment to the boys. Sound like you? |
Camp Mowglis is a fun, back-to-basics summer camp for boys ages 7-15, and is now seeking Instructors/Dorm Counselors for the 2026 summer season. Established in 1903 and located on Newfound Lake in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, Camp Mowglis is a place where boys unplug from technology. They learn, and play on the beautiful lakes, mountains, and rivers of NH and go hiking at least once a week. Daily meals are freshly prepared using local, organic, and farm-raised ingredients whenever possible. Being a Camp Counselor at Mowglis will be one of the most fun, exhausting, and deeply rewarding jobs you will ever hold. Camp is a non-stop, high-paced, and extremely fun environment. Mowglis is looking for Instructors/Dorm Counselors who can specialize in one of the following camp activities: camping & wilderness survival skills, backpacking, trip leading, riflery, swimming, and specialized care for younger children. In addition to running one of the various camp activities, counselors live in and supervise their group in the dorms and at meals, create a safe learning and living environment, are active participants in dorm chores, lead evening programs, and co-lead day hikes and possibly backpacking trips. Compensation starts at $200/week plus room and board over a 9-week period (June 15th to August 15th, 2026). Wilderness First Aid & CPR certification courses are offered as part of staff training. Qualified applicants must be at least 19 years old, have one year of college or equivalent, and previous summer camp experience as a camper or staff is desired. If you are interested in helping bring Mowglis to life for the summer and making a positive impact on the lives of campers, apply now!
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• Working at Mowglis will develop your leadership, communication, and teamwork skills — and you will form lifelong bonds of friendship with your fellow counselors! |
Wake up each morning and look out across the camp's pristine mountain lake as you walk to breakfast, spend time with campers amidst some of the most breathtaking mountains on the East Coast—and the star-gazing just doesn't get any better! Camp Walt Whitman is a premier, co-ed residential summer camp located in New Hampshire. Over 400 campers ages 8-15 participate in wide range of activities alongside a staff of over 200 from all over the world. The staff is made up of passionate, energetic, and experienced young people who love working with children in the outdoors. Currently seeking waterski staff, sailing instructors, bike packing leaders, outdoor adventure staff and general counselors for the summer 2026 season (June 6th to August 9th). Hiking staff lead both day hikes and overnight camping trips along the Appalachian trail and throughout the White Mountains. Bike Packing Trip Leaders lead 4-5 day road biking trips through Vermont, New Hampshire, and along the Maine seacoast. The Waterski crew spend their days in the sunshine on a beautiful lake teaching campers the basics of waterskiing, wakeboarding and kneeboarding. Compensation includes a salary (scaled on experience), room and board, travel stipend, college internship credit (if needed), and all required trainings are provided (WFA/Lifeguarding). Staff also enjoy the staff lounge with WiFi access and plenty of food & snacks—the perfect retreat in the evening or during time off. If you enjoy working in the outdoors with youth, meeting new people and are hardworking with a fun attitude, complete the online application.
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• Our warm, welcoming community means staff can not only make a positive impact on the lives of our campers, but also make some of the best friendships that become family. Take a chance on us, you won't regret it! —Team Camp Walt Whitman |
Since 1921, Rockbrook Camp for Girls has been a place where girls ages 6-16 can experience the wonder and excitement of a summer in the Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina. Here you'll find a vintage camp experience: wooden cabins, campfires, silly songs, girls full of energy, and a variety of activities. From horseback riding, whitewater rafting, pottery, and swimming to campfires and exploring a chilly stream, each day at camp is filled with new experiences and great opportunities to develop lasting friendships. Summer camp jobs include 60 cabin counselors as well as other day staff, nurses, and program staff. Cabin counselors will live with and supervise a small group of girls, participate in general camp programs, provide leadership and instruction in one or more specific camp activities (24 different options), and be a positive role model. Counselors specializing in climbing, hiking/backpacking and paddling will plan, organize and lead out-of-camp trips, implement and verify safety protocols, instruct basic outdoor adventure skills, encourage campers with a positive attitude, and also serve as cabin counselors. Compensation starts at $315/week (with increases for certifications and experience), plus room, board, laundry, free WiFi in the staff lounge, and a community where everyone is celebrated and supported. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and have completed one year of college or equivalent experience. Positions run from May 31st to August 10th, 2026 with shorter contracts available. If you have high energy, outgoing, silly at heart, enjoy being with children and comfortable in a rustic, outdoor setting, apply online today! • View what it means to be a Camp Counselor at Rockbrook and why it might be the most rewarding summer job you'll ever have!
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Why work at Rockbrook Camp? |
Located in Texas between Houston and Austin, Camp For All works in partnership with other non-profits to enrich the lives of children and adults with challenging illnesses or special needs and their families throughout the year. From wide, wheelchair friendly sidewalks to a zero entry pool to a tree house anyone can enter, Camp For All turns can't do into CAN DO with their barrier free approach to the camp site, facilities and programming. Program Instructors play a vital role in helping campers discover life through effective and fun programs. Job tasks include hosting campers, volunteers, guests and groups, teaching a wide variety of program activities, planning and implementing programs in team building & challenge courses, facilitating epic night activities, maintaining program areas and equipment, and supporting the Program Leadership team. A primo Instructor staff training covers a variety of topics and activities, including Lifeguard certification, challenge courses, team building, fishing, canoeing, archery, nature, sports and photography. Positions are available during the spring (February to May), summer (May to August), and fall (September to mid-November). Instructors will typically work 5 days on and 2 days off. Compensation starts at $350-$475/week, plus housing, meals when groups are onsite, and WiFi access. If you have a desire to work with the special needs population, previous experience working with children in a camp environment, at least 18 years of age, and are hardworking, outgoing, creative, self-directed, and an all-around rad individual, view current job openings or contact the Program Manager for more info.
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Why work at Camp For All? See what campers & program staff have to say about the experience! • More than 11,000 campers come to Camp For All each year to enjoy a wide array of activities that are universal in design and provide many opportunities for the growth in self-confidence. It is a unique place where there is understanding and acceptance. |
If you are hungry for the outdoors, looking for an inclusive community, and want to make a positive difference for kids, Camp Sealth may be the perfect place for you this summer! Located on the southwest shore of Vashon Island, WA and operated by Camp Fire Central Puget Sound, Camp Sealth has camp programs geared for kids of all ages. Classic Camp features favorite camp activities, Horse Camp puts campers in the saddle, Specialty Camp give campers the chance to dive deeper into what they love, explore the Pacific Northwest with Adventure Camp, and Leadership Camp is great for teens seeking new skills and opportunities to earn service hours. Featured 2026 Summer Camp Positions: Compensation ranges from $437-$692/week, plus room and board, free laundry service, a staff lounge with WiFi, free coffee/cocoa bar, and enjoying a beautiful setting. Positions start as early as June 9th and conclude on August 25th. If you are caring, compassionate, energetic, enthusiastic, willing to learn, and enjoy working with kids, browse the list of available jobs and apply now.
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Camp Sealth helps youth build strong character, values and life skills. View the experience » • Come play on the shores of the Puget Sound and discover all that the Pacific Northwest has to offer! Camp Sealth has 400+ acres filled with trails, 1.5 miles of private beach, and some of the coolest wildlife—and Vashon Island is a tight knit community with plenty of fun activities to participate in. |
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