Alaska Sea Kayak Guide — Remote Camps, Seasonal

Kachemak Bay Adventures

Homer (AK)

On-site

USD 21,000 - 34,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Housing in Homer
Staff transportation

Job summary

Kachemak Bay Adventures in Homer, Alaska, seeks experienced kayaking guides to lead tours around Kachemak Bay State Park. You will share historical and environmental storytelling while ensuring safety, gear management, and coastal navigation under variable weather and tides.

Season runs May through September with paid training in May. Expect six-day work weeks during peak season, and housing assistance plus shared staff transportation for seasonal workers.

Qualifications

  • Prior guiding experience on kayak tours preferred.
  • Comfort with rugged terrain and variable coastal weather.
  • Ability to assess tides and weather conditions for safety.

Responsibilities

  • Lead kayak and hiking tours for guests.
  • Maintain safety protocols and gear handling.
  • Provide historical and environmental context of the area.

Skills

Kayaking
Guiding experience
Safety training

Job description

Kachemak Bay Adventures in Homer, Alaska, seeks experienced kayaking guides to lead tours around Kachemak Bay State Park. You will share historical and environmental storytelling while ensuring safety, gear management, and coastal navigation under variable weather and tides.

Season runs May through September with paid training in May. Expect six-day work weeks during peak season, and housing assistance plus shared staff transportation for seasonal workers.

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