Wilderness Education Association

Outdoor Recreation

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 11:00:00 GMT

Title: Outdoor Recreation Description: This job presents a unique opportunity for a creative, energetic individual to work in a family oriented recreation program at a rustic Adirondack Mountain resort in upstate New York. This position is part of a team that assures that guests experience a relaxing, pleasurable vacation. Applicant must be able to work with all age groups and abilities. Applicant wil help implement programs ithat incorporate activities utilizing our lake for swimming, canoeing and kayaking as well as trails for hiking and mountain biking. Room and board an option. Salary and starting date flexible. Required Experience: Experience with water sports, biking, hiking and equestrian programs is a plus. This Job Requires the Follow Skills: 1. Individual will help implement innovative family oriented outdoor programming. 2. Must be able to work well independently as well as part of a team. 3. Strong customer service skills and orientation essential. 4. CPR ,WFR and...

Outdoor Recreation & Ski Program Director

Sun, 27 Apr 2008 22:00:00 GMT

Title: Outdoor Recreation & Ski Program Director Description: This job presents a unique opportunity for a creative, energetic individual to develop and implement a family oriented recreation program at a rustic four season Adirondack Mountain resort in upstate New York. This is a leadership position in which the individual will develop and lead a team that assures that guests experience a relaxing, pleasurable vacation. Applicant must be able to work with all age groups and abilities. In winter, individual will manage our thriving cross-country ski business which includes a retail shop and ski school. In other seasons, will develop and implement programs incorporating activities utilizing our lake for swimming, canoeing and kayaking as well as trails for hiking and mountain biking. Starting date and salary negotiable. Required Experience: This job would be ideal for an experienced ski professional/college team skier that wants to move up and run their own outdoor center....

Wilderness Expedition Instructors

Thu, 27 Mar 2008 14:00:00 GMT

Title: Wilderness Expedition Instructors Description: Thompson Island Outward Bound (TIOB) is hiring qualified wilderness instructors to lead courses this summer season. We are looking for dedicated trip leaders who possess a great attitude, fantastic work ethic, strong communication skills and an enthusiastic personality. TIOB runs programs sailing and sea kayaking in Boston Harbor, and along the coast to Cape Ann and beyond. Our backpacking and canoeing programs are run out of Pike, New Hampshire (Haverhill area) near Mt. Moosilauke and explore the upper reaches of the Connecticut River and the northern White Mountains. Our programs include: · Connecting with Courage (12-14 year old girls) · Passages (12-14 year old boys) · Environmental Expeditions (13-17 year old boys and girls) · Intercept (an intervention trip for 14-17 year olds) Course elements include: · 12-14 day Sail & High Ropes Course · 14-22 day Canoe, Backpack & Rock Climbing · 10...

Resident/Outdoor Education Internship

Fri, 21 Mar 2008 12:30:00 GMT

Title: Resident/Outdoor Education Internship Description: The Outdoor Academy Resident/Outdoor Leader Internship Position The Resident/Outdoor Educator Internship position provides the intern a working knowledge of outdoor leadership and experiential education. The position allows the intern to develop understanding of the academic, residential, and wilderness aspects of The Outdoor Academy. The opportunity would be valuable for outdoor educators interested in working in a school setting or individuals interested in working in an innovative educational setting. Eagle’s Nest Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to experiential education for young people that promotes the natural world and the betterment of human character. Eagle’s Nest sponsors two programs: Eagle’s Nest Camp, a co-ed summer camp for children ages 6-17, and The Outdoor Academy, a semester program for 10th grade students from across the country. The Outdoor Academy incorporates a college preparatory...

Climbing Wall Graduate Assistant

Fri, 14 Mar 2008 20:00:00 GMT

Title: Climbing Wall Graduate Assistant Description: The graduate assistant for the Outdoor Endeavors Program will assist the Coordinator for Experiential Programs in the management and programming of the Outdoor Rental Resource Center & Climbing Wall. The Graduate Assistant will be expected to work an average of 20-25 hours per week. Other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned as needed. The following is a list of responsibilities that the Graduate Assistant will assist in: Training -Assist Coordinator for Experiential Programs with training modules for current and potential Outdoor Endeavors Student Staff. -Develop & implement training plan for Climbing Wall Staff including plan for documentation evaluation tools. -Develop & refine training manuals for the Climbing Wall. -Participate in Campus Recreation Training & Staff Meetings. Scheduling/Staffing -Recruit, hire, and supervise Outdoor Endeavors Student Staff. -Schedule and coordinate weekly staff meetings with...

Outdoor Rental Resource Center Graduate Assistantship

Fri, 14 Mar 2008 20:00:00 GMT

Title: Outdoor Rental Resource Center Graduate Assistantship Description: The graduate assistant for the Outdoor Endeavors Program will assist the Coordinator for Experiential Programs in the management and programming of the Outdoor Rental Resource Center & Climbing Wall. The Graduate Assistant will be expected to work an average of 20-25 hours per week. Other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned as needed. The following is a list of responsibilities that the Graduate Assistant will assist in: Training -Assist Coordinator for Experiential Programs with training modules for current and potential Outdoor Endeavors Student Staff. -Develop & implement training plan for all Outdoor Endeavors Staff including plan for documentation evaluation tools. -Develop & refine training manuals for the Rental Resource Center. Scheduling/Staffing -Recruit, hire, and supervise Outdoor Endeavors Student Staff. -Schedule and coordinate weekly staff meetings. -Schedule Student Staff for...

Field Staff

Tue, 04 Mar 2008 16:00:00 GMT

Title: Field Staff Description: Outward Bound is hiring field staff. We have over 150 opportunities for new field staff this year! Instructors: We are interested in diverse individuals with varied experiences, and have a particular need for sailors, whitewater rafters, mountaineers, sea kayakers and canoeists. We are also always looking for people with experience and a passion for working with youth-at-risk. Instructor applicants should have a significant base of experience leading one week or longer wilderness trips for an organization with a mission similar to Outward Bound. Logistics Coordinators: The logistics staff provides an infrastructure that ensures instructors and students have the equipment and food needed for daily course functions. A successful Logistics Coordinator collaborates well with course staff to make sure the students know how to maintain and care for gear they are given. Additionally they schedule vehicles for each course; drive to and from all course...

Instructor

Mon, 03 Mar 2008 18:00:00 GMT

Title: Instructor
Description: The International Wilderness Leadership School has immediate openings for NSP instructors for spring and summer 2008.

IWLS operates courses in Alaska, Mexico, Utah and other locations around the world.
Go to www.iwls.com for more details on our course offerings.

If you are interested, please send resume and cover letter to info@iwls.com

Required Experience: Applicants should be WEA NSP instructors or WSP instructors. Experience mountaineering, sea kayaking, skiing, rock climbing a plus...

This Job Requires the Follow Skills: NSP certifying instructor
Wilderness First Responder certification

Education Required: varies
Planned Duration of Employment: Full Time
Position reports to: International Wilderness Leadership School

Contact info:

Eli Fierer (Add to Contacts)
(800) 985-IWLS
Fax (801) 742-0100

International Wilderness Leadership School

PO BOX 1081

HAINES, AK 99827
USA

Outdoor Adventure Guide

Thu, 21 Feb 2008 12:00:00 GMT

Title: Outdoor Adventure Guide Description: C5 Youth Foundation (formally Camp Coca Cola) is seeking adults with a balance of backcountry/outdoor experience and facilitation skills to lead summer adventure trips. C5 Youth Foundation is a leadership development program for high-performing teens from families with limited resources. During the third summer of a 5-year progression, HS sophomores travel to Montana and Wyoming for 13-days designed to energize a successful journey to the future. Surrounded by towering peaks, sweeping valleys, and an artist’s palette of color, our youth practice real leadership in real situations. We use remote wilderness environments and activities like rafting and rappelling to teach youth there are no shortcuts to the summit -- Success depends on taking one step at a time all the way to the top. Naturally-occurring challenges teach lessons about strength, character, and commitment. We prepare youth with to apply these lessons to challenges like...

Wilderness Trip Leader

Thu, 21 Feb 2008 01:00:00 GMT

Title: Wilderness Trip Leader Description: The Hulbert Outdoor Center seeks Trip Leaders for Voyageurs Wilderness Trips summer camp. Trip locations throughout New England. Salary from $50 to $75 per day. Trips run June 24th - August 16th, 2008. For over 25 years, the Hulbert Outdoor Center has been dedicated to helping people enrich and change their lives through experiential outdoor programs. From the very beginning, discovering ones inner resources, the meaning of community, and environmental stewardship were fundamental values at the Hulbert Outdoor Center. These values are passed on today by the talented and compassionate leaders at our Voyageurs Youth Trips camp. Our passion to provide an educational outdoor experience shines through from every aspect of our trips; from our use of teachable moments to the daily roles we establish for participants. We believe that Voyageurs Youth Trips provides one of the strongest wilderness and group experiences available to youth...

Assistant WIlderness Trip Leader

Thu, 21 Feb 2008 01:00:00 GMT

Title: Assistant WIlderness Trip Leader Description: For over 25 years, the Hulbert Outdoor Center has been dedicated to helping people enrich and change their lives through experiential outdoor programs. From the very beginning, discovering ones inner resources, the meaning of community, and environmental stewardship were fundamental values at the Hulbert Outdoor Center. These values are passed on today by the talented and compassionate leaders at our Voyageurs Youth Trips camp. Our passion to provide an educational outdoor experience shines through from every aspect of our trips; from our use of teachable moments to the daily roles we establish for participants. We believe that Voyageurs Youth Trips provides one of the strongest wilderness and group experiences available to youth in the area, and realize that our leaders are the most important aspect of our success. As a staff, we work hard to provide a safe and exciting wilderness experience, as well as to create a...

Rock Climbing Specialist

Thu, 21 Feb 2008 01:00:00 GMT

Title: Rock Climbing Specialist Description: For over 25 years, the Hulbert Outdoor Center has been dedicated to helping people enrich and change their lives through experiential outdoor programs. From the very beginning, discovering ones inner resources, the meaning of community, and environmental stewardship were fundamental values at the Hulbert Outdoor Center. These values are passed on today by the talented and compassionate leaders at our Voyageurs Youth Trips camp. Our passion to provide an educational outdoor experience shines through from every aspect of our trips; from our use of teachable moments to the daily roles we establish for participants. We believe that Voyageurs Youth Trips provides one of the strongest wilderness and group experiences available to youth in the area, and realize that our leaders are the most important aspect of our success. As a staff, we work hard to provide a safe and exciting wilderness experience, as well as to create a delicate...

Outdoor Adventures Graduate Assistant

Wed, 13 Feb 2008 19:00:00 GMT

Title: Outdoor Adventures Graduate Assistant Description: The Graduate Assistant will be afforded an opportunity to gain a variety of experiences within the Recreational Sports Department working approximately 20 hours per week. Assist the Program Coordinator of Outdoor Adventures in the organization, publicity, and administration of the Campus Recreational Services Programs. Specific duties include but are not limited to: · Assist in budget preparation, general administration, and student payroll procedures. · Assist with the development of guidelines and procedures for both office and trips. · Promote involvement opportunities. · Present information about Outdoor Adventures during campus wide promotional opportunities. · Plan, organize, supervise, schedule, lead, and evaluate trips and adventure programs. · Assist in the planning, execution, and evaluation of department-wide special events. · Coordinate the recruitment, training, supervision, and...