Hudson Valley Nature Guide & Experiences Host

Wildflower Farms; Town of Gardiner (NY); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Wildflower Farms, Auberge Collection in New York’s Hudson Valley seeks a Nature Guide to lead hikes and experiential programming across the 140-acre retreat. The role blends naturalist expertise with guest-facing hospitality, translating flora, fauna, and regional history into classes, workshops, and daily activations that reflect the land's Soul of the Place.

You will develop seasonal activations, partner with the Experiences and Farm teams, and tailor experiences to guests, with a focus on

Qualifications

• Naturalist, outdoor guiding, or park/conservation-level experience (or equivalent), with a strong working knowledge of regional flora, fauna, and ecology.
• NY DEC Licensed Guide Program
• Demonstrated experience leading guided hikes, walks, or treks for groups, including basic trail safety and group management.
• Guest-facing teaching or instructional experience required.
• Knowledge of local and Hudson Valley-region history, landmarks, and natural features, or demonstrated ability to build this knowledge quickly.
• Strong communication and organizational skills; ability to collaborate across Experiences, Farm, and Culinary teams.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Preferred / Bonus Qualifications: Birding expertise or certification.
• Foraging knowledge (edible and medicinal plants).
• Horticulture or floral design background, with ability to lead flower foraging and arranging.
• Existing relationships with local conservation groups, trail organizations, or naturalist networks.

Responsabilités

• Lead guided hikes, walks, and treks across the property and surrounding trails, 5x/week.
• Host a complimentary nature-based activation 5x/week (e.g., foraging walk, birding session, flower foraging & arranging).
• Support group and private experience requests, including custom route/format input as needed.
• Activate seasonal nature programming, refreshing offerings in line with migratory patterns, bloom cycles, and what's happening on the land and in the region.
• Partner with the Experiences team to develop new activation concepts, including stargazing, seasonal foraging, and garden-based programming.
• Work directly with the Head Farmer and Farm team to identify opportunities for programming tied to the farm's seasonal rhythms.
• Build and maintain a working knowledge of the immediate area and wider Hudson Valley — trails, landmarks, local history, flora and fauna — sufficient to answer guest questions and weave regional storytelling into every offering.
• Drive personalization and surprise-and-delight moments — partnering with the Experiences team on nature-themed guest touches, special occasion add-ons, and other personalization opportunities.
• Support amenities that promote or tie back to Experiences programming (e.g., seasonal welcome touches, trail-ready guest moments).
• Manage ordering for any program-specific supplies (e.g., foraging baskets, stargazing equipment, garden tools) and ensure all classes/activations are properly stocked.
• Forecast and manage program-related costs as part of the department's overall budget.
• Teaching and hosting scheduled public hikes, classes, and daily activations.
• Prep, route-scouting, and sourcing for classes and activations.
• Administrative support, including ordering, guest communication, and scheduling.

Connaissances

Naturalist experience

Outdoor guiding

Guest teaching

Communication

Formation

NY DEC Licensed Guide Program

Description du poste

Wildflower Farms, Auberge Collection in New York’s Hudson Valley seeks a Nature Guide to lead hikes and experiential programming across the 140-acre retreat. The role blends naturalist expertise with guest-facing hospitality, translating flora, fauna, and regional history into classes, workshops, and daily activations that reflect the land's Soul of the Place.

You will develop seasonal activations, partner with the Experiences and Farm teams, and tailor experiences to guests, with a focus on