275 Adventure Guide jobs in the United States

• 2+ years of experienceworking with K-12 students.
• Understanding of outdoor educationor leadership development programs.
• Experience in adventure activitiesis highly preferred. Our most common programs include:
  • Hiking
  • Biking
  • Kayaking
  • Rock climbing
  • Team-building activities
• Ability to personally participatein outdoor activities.
• Strong leadership and behavior management skills, overseeing up to 20 students.
• Encouraging and patient approachwhen working with youth.

• Mustcreate and maintain a physically and mentally safe environmentfor students, fostering personal growth, confidence, self-reliance, and leadership.
• Laser-focused on participant safetyandcertified in first aid, CPR, and basic wilderness safety(or willing to complete training).
• Ability to drive vehicles(with and without student passengers) per Arc's requirements. You will be trained to operate a vehicle towing a climbing wall and must participate in occasional refresher training.
• College transcripts that show you have 48+ college credit units completed OR you take and pass an academic proficiency exam.
• To get a TB test (and provide proof that it is negative), pass a Live Scan background check, and have a current vaccination for Covid 19.
• You will be required to take CPR and first aid training or provide proof that you have been certified within 12 months.
• English - Spanish bilingual speaker highly preferred.
• Valid California driver's licenserequired (Commercial Driver's License a plus!).

• Available to workboth weekdays and weekends.
• Someadministrative paperworkis required for each outing.
• Willingness to assist withevent prep, post-event tasks, cleanup, and inventory.
• Familiarity with Leave No Trace (LNT) principlesis preferred.
• Open tosharing ideas for improving programs and logistics.
• Bilingual English-Spanish speakerswill have a competitive edge!
• High school diploma or GED required(Bachelor's degree highly preferred).

• Position Type: Part-time, non-exempt
• Reports To: Director of Outdoor Education Operations
• Compensation: 20.00 - 24.00 per hour (based on experience & skills)

• Earned paid sick leave
• All equipment provided for events and activities
• Company-sponsored certification assistance for long-term guides
• Arc-branded outdoor wear
• Ongoing training & professional development opportunities

• Reliably commute before starting work (Required)

• National Parks Regions: Yellowstone, Glacier & Grand Teton, Great Smoky Mountains, Alaska National Parks
• Lead guests through their daily National Parks explorations while acting as a company representative and brand ambassador.
• Provide narration and commentary throughout the National Parks, giving accurate and relevant information and facts about the parks, history, nature, and wildlife.
• Effectively communicate with guests about the schedule, weather, and activity levels.
• Create daily programs to give to guests to explain what each day entails.
• Create and execute entertainment, such as trivia and games, on board the motorcoach.
• Assist guests with minor medical attention.
• Accommodate all reasonable guest requests.
• Socialize with guests at every opportunity.
• Communicate with home office frequently, including completing weekly reports, relaying information about early guest departures (if applicable), or changes in schedule/plans.
• Prepare materials for turnaround day.
• Monitor and evaluate performance of vendors, coach companies, and guides and send feedback to home office.

• Ability to engage guests throughout each cruise.
• Superior time management.
• Ability to manage and solve problems.
• Sense of urgency in all guest, crew, and home office requests.
• Positive attitude and receptive to continuous performance feedback.

• Bachelor's Degree in hospitality, tourism, or event management is preferred.
• Previous National Parks Tour Guide experience preferred.
• Significant experience in hospitality, tourism, and/or event management.
• Strong sense of production and presentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• Enthusiasm, confidence, and a can-do attitude.
• Strong public speaking skills.
• Strong sense of production and presentation.
• Excellent time management and attention to detail.
• Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)

• 7 Days per week while onboard the ship.
• 6 to 8 weeks working and living onboard the ship.
• 1 to 2 weeks shore leave vacation.
• Accommodations and meals are provided onboard.

• Benefits package including medical, dental, and matching 401k.
• Complimentary travel accommodations.
• No living expenses aboard the ship (room and board are included).
• Training programs to support you.
• Continuous growth in the company.
• Covered Expenses - American Cruise Lines provides travel to and from your assigned vessel, room and board, uniforms, and paid training from industry experts.

• National Parks Regions: Yellowstone, Glacier & Grand Teton, Great Smoky Mountains, Alaska National Parks
• Lead guests through their daily National Parks explorations while acting as a company representative and brand ambassador.
• Provide narration and commentary throughout the National Parks, giving accurate and relevant information and facts about the parks, history, nature, and wildlife.
• Effectively communicate with guests about the schedule, weather, and activity levels.
• Create daily programs to give to guests to explain what each day entails.
• Create and execute entertainment, such as trivia and games, on board the motorcoach.
• Assist guests with minor medical attention.
• Accommodate all reasonable guest requests.
• Socialize with guests at every opportunity.
• Communicate with home office frequently, including completing weekly reports, relaying information about early guest departures (if applicable), or changes in schedule/plans.
• Prepare materials for turnaround day.
• Monitor and evaluate performance of vendors, coach companies, and guides and send feedback to home office.

• Ability to engage guests throughout each cruise.
• Superior time management.
• Ability to manage and solve problems.
• Sense of urgency in all guest, crew, and home office requests.
• Positive attitude and receptive to continuous performance feedback.

• Bachelor's Degree in hospitality, tourism, or event management is preferred.
• Previous National Parks Tour Guide experience preferred.
• Significant experience in hospitality, tourism, and/or event management.
• Strong sense of production and presentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• Enthusiasm, confidence, and a can-do attitude.
• Strong public speaking skills.
• Strong sense of production and presentation.
• Excellent time management and attention to detail.
• Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)

• 7 Days per week while onboard the ship.
• 6 to 8 weeks working and living onboard the ship.
• 1 to 2 weeks shore leave vacation.
• Accommodations and meals are provided onboard.

• Benefits package including medical, dental, and matching 401k.
• Complimentary travel accommodations.
• No living expenses aboard the ship (room and board are included).
• Training programs to support you.
• Continuous growth in the company.
• Covered Expenses - American Cruise Lines provides travel to and from your assigned vessel, room and board, uniforms, and paid training from industry experts.

• National Parks Regions: Yellowstone, Glacier & Grand Teton, Great Smoky Mountains, Alaska National Parks
• Lead guests through their daily National Parks explorations while acting as a company representative and brand ambassador.
• Provide narration and commentary throughout the National Parks, giving accurate and relevant information and facts about the parks, history, nature, and wildlife.
• Effectively communicate with guests about the schedule, weather, and activity levels.
• Create daily programs to give to guests to explain what each day entails.
• Create and execute entertainment, such as trivia and games, on board the motorcoach.
• Assist guests with minor medical attention.
• Accommodate all reasonable guest requests.
• Socialize with guests at every opportunity.
• Communicate with home office frequently, including completing weekly reports, relaying information about early guest departures (if applicable), or changes in schedule/plans.
• Prepare materials for turnaround day.
• Monitor and evaluate performance of vendors, coach companies, and guides and send feedback to home office.

• Ability to engage guests throughout each cruise.
• Superior time management.
• Ability to manage and solve problems.
• Sense of urgency in all guest, crew, and home office requests.
• Positive attitude and receptive to continuous performance feedback.

• Bachelor's Degree in hospitality, tourism, or event management is preferred.
• Previous National Parks Tour Guide experience preferred.
• Significant experience in hospitality, tourism, and/or event management.
• Strong sense of production and presentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• Enthusiasm, confidence, and a can-do attitude.
• Strong public speaking skills.
• Strong sense of production and presentation.
• Excellent time management and attention to detail.
• Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)

• 6-8 weeks working
• 1 to 2 weeks shore leave
• 7 days per week while working
• Accommodations and meals provided while working

• Benefits package including medical, dental, and matching 401k.
• Complimentary travel accommodations.
• No living expenses aboard the ship (room and board are included).
• Training programs to support you.
• Continuous growth in the company.
• Covered Expenses - American Cruise Lines provides travel to and from your assigned vessel, room and board, uniforms, and paid training from industry experts.

• National Parks Regions: Yellowstone, Glacier & Grand Teton, Great Smoky Mountains, Alaska National Parks
• Lead guests through their daily National Parks explorations while acting as a company representative and brand ambassador.
• Provide narration and commentary throughout the National Parks, giving accurate and relevant information and facts about the parks, history, nature, and wildlife.
• Effectively communicate with guests about the schedule, weather, and activity levels.
• Create daily programs to give to guests to explain what each day entails.
• Create and execute entertainment, such as trivia and games, on board the motorcoach.
• Assist guests with minor medical attention.
• Accommodate all reasonable guest requests.
• Socialize with guests at every opportunity.
• Communicate with home office frequently, including completing weekly reports, relaying information about early guest departures (if applicable), or changes in schedule/plans.
• Prepare materials for turnaround day.
• Monitor and evaluate performance of vendors, coach companies, and guides and send feedback to home office.

• Ability to engage guests throughout each cruise.
• Superior time management.
• Ability to manage and solve problems.
• Sense of urgency in all guest, crew, and home office requests.
• Positive attitude and receptive to continuous performance feedback.

• Bachelor's Degree in hospitality, tourism, or event management is preferred.
• Previous National Parks Tour Guide experience preferred.
• Significant experience in hospitality, tourism, and/or event management.
• Strong sense of production and presentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• Enthusiasm, confidence, and a can-do attitude.
• Strong public speaking skills.
• Strong sense of production and presentation.
• Excellent time management and attention to detail.
• Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)

• 6-8 weeks working
• 1 to 2 weeks shore leave
• 7 days per week while working
• Accommodations and meals provided while working

• Benefits package including medical, dental, and matching 401k.
• Complimentary travel accommodations.
• No living expenses aboard the ship (room and board are included).
• Training programs to support you.
• Continuous growth in the company.
• Covered Expenses - American Cruise Lines provides travel to and from your assigned vessel, room and board, uniforms, and paid training from industry experts.

• National Parks Regions: Yellowstone, Glacier & Grand Teton, Great Smoky Mountains, Alaska National Parks
• Lead guests through their daily National Parks explorations while acting as a company representative and brand ambassador.
• Provide narration and commentary throughout the National Parks, giving accurate and relevant information and facts about the parks, history, nature, and wildlife.
• Effectively communicate with guests about the schedule, weather, and activity levels.
• Create daily programs to give to guests to explain what each day entails.
• Create and execute entertainment, such as trivia and games, on board the motorcoach.
• Assist guests with minor medical attention.
• Accommodate all reasonable guest requests.
• Socialize with guests at every opportunity.
• Communicate with home office frequently, including completing weekly reports, relaying information about early guest departures (if applicable), or changes in schedule/plans.
• Prepare materials for turnaround day.
• Monitor and evaluate performance of vendors, coach companies, and guides and send feedback to home office.

• Ability to engage guests throughout each cruise.
• Superior time management.
• Ability to manage and solve problems.
• Sense of urgency in all guest, crew, and home office requests.
• Positive attitude and receptive to continuous performance feedback.

• Bachelor's Degree in hospitality, tourism, or event management is preferred.
• Previous National Parks Tour Guide experience preferred.
• Significant experience in hospitality, tourism, and/or event management.
• Strong sense of production and presentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• Enthusiasm, confidence, and a can-do attitude.
• Strong public speaking skills.
• Strong sense of production and presentation.
• Excellent time management and attention to detail.
• Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)

• 7 Days per week while onboard the ship.
• 6 to 8 weeks working and living onboard the ship.
• 1 to 2 weeks shore leave vacation.
• Accommodations and meals are provided onboard.

• Benefits package including medical, dental, and matching 401k.
• Complimentary travel accommodations.
• No living expenses aboard the ship (room and board are included).
• Training programs to support you.
• Continuous growth in the company.
• Covered Expenses - American Cruise Lines provides travel to and from your assigned vessel, room and board, uniforms, and paid training from industry experts.

• National Parks Regions: Yellowstone, Glacier & Grand Teton, Great Smoky Mountains, Alaska National Parks
• Lead guests through their daily National Parks explorations while acting as a company representative and brand ambassador.
• Provide narration and commentary throughout the National Parks, giving accurate and relevant information and facts about the parks, history, nature, and wildlife.
• Effectively communicate with guests about the schedule, weather, and activity levels.
• Create daily programs to give to guests to explain what each day entails.
• Create and execute entertainment, such as trivia and games, on board the motorcoach.
• Assist guests with minor medical attention.
• Accommodate all reasonable guest requests.
• Socialize with guests at every opportunity.
• Communicate with home office frequently, including completing weekly reports, relaying information about early guest departures (if applicable), or changes in schedule/plans.
• Prepare materials for turnaround day.
• Monitor and evaluate performance of vendors, coach companies, and guides and send feedback to home office.

• Ability to engage guests throughout each cruise.
• Superior time management.
• Ability to manage and solve problems.
• Sense of urgency in all guest, crew, and home office requests.
• Positive attitude and receptive to continuous performance feedback.

• Bachelor's Degree in hospitality, tourism, or event management is preferred.
• Previous National Parks Tour Guide experience preferred.
• Significant experience in hospitality, tourism, and/or event management.
• Strong sense of production and presentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• Enthusiasm, confidence, and a can-do attitude.
• Strong public speaking skills.
• Strong sense of production and presentation.
• Excellent time management and attention to detail.
• Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)

• 7 Days per week while onboard the ship.
• 6 to 8 weeks working and living onboard the ship.
• 1 to 2 weeks shore leave vacation.
• Accommodations and meals are provided onboard.

• Benefits package including medical, dental, and matching 401k.
• Complimentary travel accommodations.
• No living expenses aboard the ship (room and board are included).
• Training programs to support you.
• Continuous growth in the company.
• Covered Expenses - American Cruise Lines provides travel to and from your assigned vessel, room and board, uniforms, and paid training from industry experts.

• National Parks Regions: Yellowstone, Glacier & Grand Teton, Great Smoky Mountains, Alaska National Parks
• Lead guests through their daily National Parks explorations while acting as a company representative and brand ambassador.
• Provide narration and commentary throughout the National Parks, giving accurate and relevant information and facts about the parks, history, nature, and wildlife.
• Effectively communicate with guests about the schedule, weather, and activity levels.
• Create daily programs to give to guests to explain what each day entails.
• Create and execute entertainment, such as trivia and games, on board the motorcoach.
• Assist guests with minor medical attention.
• Accommodate all reasonable guest requests.
• Socialize with guests at every opportunity.
• Communicate with home office frequently, including completing weekly reports, relaying information about early guest departures (if applicable), or changes in schedule/plans.
• Prepare materials for turnaround day.
• Monitor and evaluate performance of vendors, coach companies, and guides and send feedback to home office.

• Ability to engage guests throughout each cruise.
• Superior time management.
• Ability to manage and solve problems.
• Sense of urgency in all guest, crew, and home office requests.
• Positive attitude and receptive to continuous performance feedback.

• Bachelor's Degree in hospitality, tourism, or event management is preferred.
• Previous National Parks Tour Guide experience preferred.
• Significant experience in hospitality, tourism, and/or event management.
• Strong sense of production and presentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• Enthusiasm, confidence, and a can-do attitude.
• Strong public speaking skills.
• Strong sense of production and presentation.
• Excellent time management and attention to detail.
• Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)

• 7 Days per week while onboard the ship.
• 6 to 8 weeks working and living onboard the ship.
• 1 to 2 weeks shore leave vacation.
• Accommodations and meals are provided onboard.

• Benefits package including medical, dental, and matching 401k.
• Complimentary travel accommodations.
• No living expenses aboard the ship (room and board are included).
• Training programs to support you.
• Continuous growth in the company.
• Covered Expenses - American Cruise Lines provides travel to and from your assigned vessel, room and board, uniforms, and paid training from industry experts.

Seasonal (Seasonal)
Work, Play, Get Paid, and Enjoy the Perks!

• Housing: Affordable on-mountain employee housing available for rent .
• Work Location: 10 Snowshoe Drive, Snowshoe, WV 26209
• Pay: $15.00 per hour
• Start Date: The beginning of December with positions available throughout the season.
• Seasonal: Seasonal work involves temporary employment tied to specific times of the year.
• Schedule: May require working early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays

• Medical Benefits - Minimal Essentials Coverage available
• Free skiing and snowboarding privileges at Alterra resorts + Discounts on Ikon Passes!
• 401k plan available to any employee over the age of 18
• Discounted Friends and Family Lift Ticket Vouchers
• 30% off Snowshoe food & beverage locations (excludes alcohol), 30% off soft goods like clothes, 15% off hard goods like skis at Snowshoe owned retail locations.
• Pro Deals from some of the industry's top brands such as North Face, Darn Tough, and many many more!

• Lead exhilarating snowmobiling tours, guiding guests through scenic trails while ensuring their safety and providing instruction.
• Organize and oversee sporting clays activities, catering to both seasoned pros and beginners by setting up shooting stations and offering guidance on shooting techniques.
• Navigate rugged terrain during backcountry off-road vehicle tours, highlighting points of interest and ensuring the safety of all participants.
• Guide guests on e-bike tours, showcasing picturesque landscapes and sharing knowledge about local flora, fauna, and landmarks.

• Coordinate unforgettable backcountry dinner nights by setting up dinner and serving guests.
• Provide exceptional customer service, addressing guest inquiries, concerns, and ensuring a positive experience from start to finish.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for engaging diverse guests.

• Maintain and upkeep all equipment used during tours, ensuring the safety and functionality of snowmobiles, off-road vehicles, e-bikes, and safety gear.
• Uphold safety protocols and procedures, conducting safety briefings, and implementing emergency response plans when necessary.

• Assist with administrative tasks, including tour scheduling, payment processing, and maintaining accurate records of guest information and tour activities.

• Stay informed about local regulations, environmental conservation efforts, and best practices in outdoor recreation, educating guests accordingly.

• High School Diploma or GED

• Have a valid Driver's license and ability to pass the Snowshoe Driving Program

• Knowledge of safety practices, CPR/first aid certification preferred.
• Previous outdoor adventure tour leadership preferred, especially in snowmobiling, off-road vehicles, shooting sports, and biking.
• Strong leadership abilities to guide groups effectively outdoors.
• Familiarity with local geography, trails, and conservation principles.
• May require lifting and moving up to 75 pounds.