Wilderness Trip Leader

Seeds of Peace Camp; Maine; On-site; USD 3,000 - 5,000; Full time

Job summary

A summer camp is looking for Wilderness Trip Leaders to lead campers on wilderness adventures in Maine. The role requires leading groups on trips through mountains and lakes, teaching essential outdoor skills, and ensuring camper safety. Ideal candidates must enjoy outdoor activities and have experience in camping and hiking. This is a chance to be part of a vibrant camp community, promoting leadership skills while creating unforgettable summer experiences for children.

Qualifications

• Experience in outdoor activities such as hiking, canoeing, and camping.
• Ability to teach children outdoor skills and safety.
• Passion for nature and outdoor education.

Responsibilities

• Lead groups of campers on week-long wilderness trips.
• Teach outdoor cooking, packing, and safety principles.
• Inspire appreciation for nature and promote 'Leave No Trace' principles.

Job description

Do you enjoy spending time in nature? Do you participate in hiking, climbing, canoeing and camping in the wilderness? If you answered yes to these questions then you should apply to be a Wilderness Trip Leader at Camp Walden this summer. Let's talk!

We are searching for Wilderness Trip Leaders to take 2 to 3 groups of 8-10 campers into the New Hampshire and Maine wilderness each week during the summer. The trips will include canoeing on rivers and lakes and climbing mountains. Trip leaders are responsible for teaching campers about the trips, what to pack, outdoor cooking and camping. They are also responsible for the group's health and safety. While on these trips they will teach campers about the outdoors including appreciation for the wilderness and “Leave No Trace” principles.

Camp Walden is a traditional summer camp. We pride ourselves on creating an atmosphere that encourages self-confidence, promotes leadership skills, and provides a trusting and secure environment where campers and staff can thrive. The ideal candidate loves children, enjoys and has experience spending time outdoors camping, boating and hiking, and shares our overall camp vision. This is an opportunity to be a part of an amazing summer camp community where you will make friends and create memories that will last a lifetime.