{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"773862575a0419b2ffd8005f","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/773862575a0419b2ffd8005f","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/773862575a0419b2ffd8005f","title":"Overnight Camp Backpacking Program Guide","description":"For almost 20 years, Avid4 Adventure has empowered kids to live active outdoor lifestyles through our unique outdoor programming. As a Backpacking Specialist with our Windy Peak Overnight Camp, you will do exactly that by guiding kids on multi-day backpacking adventures. You will spend the majority of your summer leading a group of campers to different campsites each night all while teaching campers teamwork, Leave No Trace principles, and how to unplug and reconnect with the outdoors. If you are seeking meaningful work as part of an inclusive community of outdoor enthusiasts, we invite you to join us this upcoming summer!\nImportant Details\nWork Schedule: Overnight camps are a 24/7 operation. The leadership team will create a schedule that provides you with one evening off/week and segments of other time off throughout the week.\nPosition Duration: Training takes place in Colorado May 16 - 29; overnight camp programs run from May 31 through August 1.\nCompensation: Pay is determined based on position, additional responsibilities, relevant certifications, and staff tenure. Starting hourly are below:\nBackpacking Specialist: $528/week\n$350 BONUS for Wilderness First Responder/EMT Certification at end of season\nAdditional bonuses for advanced certifications: $125 - $400 per certification\nJob Duties\nGuide an overnight experience, ranging from an 1-night overnight onsite to a 5-day backpacking trip. Participate in other programs, core sports, and camp activities on an as-needed basis.\nProvide 24-hour support with guidance, supervision, safety and comfort for participants during all activities.\nOrganize and participate in camp programming, ranging from outdoor sports to camp games and rituals.\nServe as a role model and guide campers by exhibiting appropriate behavior, attitudes, and activities.\nFollow and educate campers on safety protocols to ensure the safety and wellbeing of participants.\nProvide exceptional customer service to parents and all participants in our programs.\nTransport up to 13 campers to and from program areas with company passenger vans\nYour Background\nMust be at least 18 years of age by the start of camp for all positions\nDrivers: Must be at least 20 years of age, 3-year valid driver’s license, and have a clean driving record\n+1 years of experience working with kids in a professional or volunteer setting preferred\nExperience in our core sports is highly preferred, but not required for all positions (required for Specialists)\nMust Have Wilderness First Responder or EMT Certification plus CPR\nOur Interview Process\nAfter you submit an application, here is what you can expect next:\nStep 1: We review your application for qualifications\nStep 2: Invitation to complete a one-way video interview\nStep 3: 40-minute live virtual interview and submit three references (personal and/or professional)\nFinal decision!!\nThis process moves quickly so be ready to hear from us shortly after you submit your application.","company":"Avid4 Adventure","rawCompany":"avid4 adventure","city":"Boulder","state":"CO","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-12T18:07:35.034Z","occupations":[{"code":"39-9032.00","title":"Recreation Workers","slug":"recreation-workers"},{"code":"39-7012.00","title":"Travel Guides","slug":"travel-guides"},{"code":"25-3021.00","title":"Self-Enrichment Teachers","slug":"self-enrichment-teachers"}],"industries":[{"code":"721214","title":"Recreational and Vacation Camps (except Campgrounds)","slug":"recreational-and-vacation-camps-except-campgrounds"},{"code":"624110","title":"Child and Youth Services","slug":"child-and-youth-services"},{"code":"721211","title":"RV (Recreational Vehicle) Parks and Campgrounds","slug":"rv-recreational-vehicle-parks-and-campgrounds"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Overnight Camp Backpacking Program Guide","description":"For almost 20 years, Avid4 Adventure has empowered kids to live active outdoor lifestyles through our unique outdoor programming. 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