Summer Camp at Wolf Ridge
Enriching Kid's Lives:
Growing Up Outdoors
Summer Camp
and Naturalist Jobs
Connect with children & peers outdoors
There is no better way to make a difference this summer. Who are we looking for? The staff of the Wolf Ridge Summer Youth Program must have an interest in working outside with children. Experience working with kids is certainly helpful, but an enthusiastic, open, and positive attitude are qualities that create success in these positions. The team of naturalists, counselors, and trip leaders work together to bring a sense of belonging, stewardship, and adventure to the kids and families they lead. Join us for a summer of rewarding work!
Summer Naturalist
- Teach outdoor, environmental, cultural history and nature-themed activities
- Spend time outdoors with children
- Act as a liaison to visiting groups
- Wilderness Trip leading is a possibility for those with trip-leading experience
- Minimum age 21
Summer Counselor
- Lead games, songs, skits, and other outdoor activities
- Assist Naturalists during activities
- Camp overnight with your group
- Spend time outdoors with children
- Minimum age 16
Assistant Director
- Assist with training and managing the SYP staff
- Assist with the management of campers
- Schedule classes, room assignments, and overnights
- Support SYP staff by assisting with behavior management, instructing classes as needed
- Mentor counselors
- Minimum age 21
Trip Leader
- Assist with planning and pre-arrival packing
- Share full responsibility for the group with your co-leader during the trip (smaller family canoe trips may have only one leader)
- Teach participants Leave No Trace camping skills
- Teach outdoor skills related to the trip
- Interpret the environment as a naturalist during the trip
- Minimum age 21
Apply for a job
To apply for these positions, please print, fill out and return these forms:
Hiring begins in January and continues until all positions are filled. Please call 218-353-7414, or e-mail the Camp Director with any questions. |
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