Counselor

Fernwood Cove counselors are bunk counselors as well as activity instructors in one of the seven activity categories. Counselors must have a high level of skill and experience in the area they will instruct, with experience teaching or coaching the respective activity preferred. Experience working with children in recreation, sport, or academic settings is highly desired. Experience in summer camp is highly desired, but not required. Many activities require documented training and/or experience, with some requiring specific certifications. Additional training and certification courses are required for staff who instruct Water Skiing/Wake Boarding; Natural Horsemanship, Paddling & Boating, Archery, Tennis & Land Sports, Gymnastics, Rock Climbing, Metalsmithing, and Ropes Course. Additionally, all waterfront staff must be American Red Cross Lifeguard Certified.