Drifters Lodge is seeking individuals to join an incredible crew who contribute their work ethic, excitement, and joy to an unforgettable lodge experience this summer!
Located in Cooper Landing at the headwaters of the world-famous Kenai River, Drifters Lodge specializes in all-inclusive, family-style fishing packages, scenic rafting, and other guided outdoor adventures. You'll have access to some of the best fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing in the world. And being on the road system has its perks—in your spare time you can easily access all the adventures the Kenai Peninsula has to offer. It's an area nicknamed "Alaska's Playground" for good reason!
Now seeking individuals to join an incredible crew who contribute their work ethic, excitement, and joy to an unforgettable lodge experience:
•Front Office Lodge Staff are front and center of lodge activity! Responsibilities include answering the phone and making reservations, checking in guests, assisting with daily shuttles and raft pickups, and providing exceptional customer service. •Client Transportation Lodge Staff rotate between office shifts, driving, and lodge chores such as packaging fish, starting the campfire, assembling client lunches, and running errands. No two days are alike! •The Guest Services Manager will transition from a seasonal front office to a manager role that specializes in creating and executing a daily operations plan for guests on property. •A Media Intern will document fishing trips and client experiences as well as provide coverage in other departments as needed. •A Housekeeper performs cleaning duties in all guest areas, responds in a timely way to special requests, and provides friendly and engaging service.
Positions run from May 15th to August 31st (some continue through the end of September), with a 6 days/week work schedule. Compensation starts at $700-$800/week plus room and board for a modest monthly fee (includes WiFi access, fully stocked pantry for DIY breakfast/lunch and a chef prepared dinner six nights/week). Employees also have access to a shared vehicle for adventures on their day off and plenty of industry/gear discounts. If you have a stand-out work ethic, personable and upbeat attitude, passion for outdoor recreation, are flexible and adaptable, and a least 21 with a clean driving record, email a brief cover letter with 3 work references and resume to Ali Mand. International candidates are not considered at this time.
Hear from the Drifters crew about what it's like to work here and what to expect!
Based on Prince of Wales Island in Southeast Alaska, Passages Alaska is an adventure-based therapeutic program for adolescents in gender specific groups. Wilderness living and nomadic saltwater canoe expeditions are the foundational activities that inspire awe and provide opportunities for self-reflection and personal growth for each participant.
Guides have the primary responsibility to facilitate a physically safe, and appropriately challenging experience for participants, teach outdoor skill while living and traveling in the coastal waters via primitive means, and may lead group meditation, teach yoga, prepare a meal, de-escalate an emotional student and manage a black bear encounter—all in the same day! The guide position requires the confidence to manage a challenging situation with the humility to accept that there might be another way. Guides follow a two-week on work shift, followed by 1-2 weeks off to relax, explore, and travel. Pay starts at $250/day, plus meals, off-shift housing, ongoing clinical and professional training, and a supportive and validating organization that values and works to incorporate the individual skills and talents of its members. At minimum, applicants must be a least 21 years of age and physically/emotionally capable of spending extended time outdoors, away from cell service, and WiFi connectivity. Fishing, canoe and saltwater experience is a plus. Ideal applicants will have Lead Guide experience and a desire to ply their trade in America's last frontier! If you have a drive for adventure, the ability to manage the unexpected, and the desire to be a healthy influence in the lives of others, fill out the online application; then shoot an email to Sean to connect!
Transition Program Director Also Needed! • In addition to Field Guides, Passages Alaska is also seeking a year-round Director for their new transition program that supports students as they reintegrate back into every day life with work training and education. Connect with Sean for more info on this position.
The National Center for Outdoor & Adventure Education (NCOAE) is a values-based outdoor and adventure education provider for people looking to challenge themselves physically and academically — by combining rigorous academics with personal growth and professional development. The main campus in North Carolina sits on 17 wooded acres adjacent to the Cape Fear River, just a short three-minute drive to the sandy white beaches of the Atlantic Ocean. NCOAE's outdoor adventure courses take place in North Carolina, the Pacific Northwest, Alaska, Ecuador and beyond. Enjoy traveling and working in unique, pristine areas throughout the United States and the world!
Field Instructors manage the safety of students during multi-day courses while leading NCOAE’s hands-on, experiential core curriculum that focuses on the educational principles of leadership, risk management, environmental ethics and outdoor skills including backpacking, kayaking, canoeing, whitewater paddling, rock climbing, backcountry camping, map & compass navigation, and more. Through these lessons, Instructors help students improve their self-confidence and interpersonal relationships. Experiential education is merged with good, old-fashioned fun to offer an unrivaled path to insight, joy and drive. Additional duties include facilitating a meaningful group process and setting an emotionally and physically safe, fun, and engaging tone for students to follow. Starting pay ranges from $80-$140/day (DOE) with opportunities for advancement. Perks include staff housing, food pantry, travel reimbursements, and industry discounts. Current WFA/WFR & CPR certification and successful completion of NCOAE’s staff training is required prior to employment. Seasonal positions available from April to October, with occasional opportunities to continue employment into the winter. If you have a passion for outdoor education, take pride in your work, embrace change, and enjoy positively impacting the lives of others, learn more about becoming an NCOAE Instructor!
Now Hiring — Field Instructor Job Openings! Applications from exceptional outdoor and wilderness-based educators, guides, and field staff to work as Field Instructors are being accepted for the 2026 season(April–October).
Students from Education Without Walls explored Alaska on a 21-day backcountry expedition with The National Center for Outdoor and Adventure Education.
Applications from exceptional outdoor and wilderness-based educators, guides, and field staff to work as 