Overview
For over 20 years, Avid4 Adventure has empowered kids to live active outdoor lifestyles through our unique outdoor programming!!!
We are hiring Backpacking Guides for the following locations:
Louisville, Colorado
Oakland, California
In this role you will:
Provide 24-hour support with guidance, supervision, safety and comfort for participants during all activities.
Co-lead an activity group of up to 13 campers; guide an overnight experience, ranging from an 1-night overnight onsite to a 5-day backpacking trip.
Serve as a role model and guide campers by exhibiting appropriate behavior, attitudes, and activities.
Follow and educate campers on safety protocols to ensure the safety and wellbeing of participants.
Provide exceptional customer service to parents and all participants in our programs.
Transport up to 13 campers to and from program areas with company passenger vans
Important Details:
Work Schedule: Sunday morning – Friday afternoon. Scheduled time off is Friday evening and all day Saturday.
Position Duration: Training will take place in Colorado (transportation to and from training will be provided!) May 13. Programs run June 15 and August 9
Compensation: Pay is determined based on position, additional responsibilities, relevant certifications, and staff tenure. Starting hourly are below:
Backpacking Specialists: $984 / week (California)
$726 / week (Colorado)
Relevant Certification Bonuses: $100- $400 per certification (WFA, WFR and others)
Qualifications:
Must be at least 20 years of age and be eligible for a driver position by the start of training. Valid drivers' license is required.
In order to qualify to driver position for our California camps, you must either possess a CDL or a non-California drivers license
By the start of training, must have an active CPR and Wilderness First Responder (WFR, EMT, or W-EMT) certifications
1+ years of experience leading kids on multi-day camping or backpacking trips.
Passion for outdoor expedit
Required Skills:
Passion for outdoor expeditions! Must be comfortable with multi-day camping excursions and the 24-hour supervision expectations of this position.
About Avid4 Adventure
The mission of Avid4 Adventure is to provide kids and teens with the skills and confidence to choose active outdoor lifestyles. We transport campers to authentic local recreation areas and teach them to climb, bike, paddle, hike and thrive in the outdoors. More importantly, we teach kids and teens to assess risks, use sound judgment, and believe in their abilities. Through summer day camps, overnight camps, school programs, and events, Avid4 Adventure inspires thousands of kids and teens every year to lead active lifestyles.
