Overview
Yellowstone Hiking Guides leads day-long interpretive van tours to Yellowstone’s most iconic landmarks. Two tours are offered six days a week, late May through September.
• Lower Loop to see top sights like Grand Prismatic Hot Spring, Old Faithful Geyser, Yellowstone Lake, and the waterfalls of the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone River (3 miles hiking along developed trails)
• Upper Loop to see Yellowstone’s rare wildlife in the Lamar Valley, as well as Mammoth Hot Springs and other unique sights (short hikes to overlooks)
• 10-12 hour work days
• 3-5 day work week (flexible scheduling)
A day in the like of a YHG Van Tour Guide: Drive from YHG headquarters to West Yellowstone, MT in a company vehicle to pick up guests. Meet and greet guests before entering the park’s West Entrance. Tour through Yellowstone’s wild lands, eating lunch along the way. Return each guest to their lodging, maintain the vehicle, and return to YHG headquarters. Clean up and prepare for the next tour.
Guides must share the same work/moral ethics Yellowstone Hiking Guides outlines in Guide School. We work hard for the entire season. We work cold snowy mornings. We work long, hot days. We like folks who commit to excellence. We like leaders who have a passion for outdoor education. We like guides who like to have fun!
• Ideal candidates can lead day hikes/van tours/and kayak tours.
Qualifications:
• Wilderness First Aid or Responder (WFA can be obtained during YHG Guide School for a fee)
• Leave No Trace knowledge
• Certified Interpretive Guide (can be obtained during YHG Guide School)
• Previous guiding experience
• Ability to follow directions (and the YHG program)
• Ability to work solo shifts
• Clean driving record
• Ability to live remotely: camp at Driftwaters RV Resort for the season
• 21-years-old or older
Required Skills:
• Leading guided hiking tours through Yellowstone, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all participants.
• Provide informative commentary on local wildlife, geology, and ecology, utilizing strong public speaking and communication skills.
• Manage group dynamics and time effectively to adhere to scheduled itineraries.
• Deliver exceptional customer service by addressing participant inquiries and concerns.
• Driving slowly on mountain roads in the early morning and afternoon rush hour.
About Yellowstone Hiking Guides
Yellowstone Hiking Guides is a small local company looking for passionate naturalists.
YHG's mission is to safely lead groups through the rough terrain, weather and wildlife that makes Yellowstone a unique location.
We offer backcountry day hiking, lake kayaking, and vehicle-based wildlife viewing tours with light hiking daily. We also offer a select few backpacking tours each season.
Work while exploring Yellowstone National Park! Share your love for the outdoors with visitors from around the world. Daily commute through Yellowstone. Spend your season (May-Sept) walking through herds of bison, steaming thermal features and untamed wild lands. If you're passionate about outdoor education, we're looking for you!
Daily Tours based out of Cameron, Montana near Quake Lake. Guides camp/van life at the Driftwaters RV Resort/Restaurant located next to office. Pay is competitive. Tips are exceptional. Year-end raises. PRO Discounts.