Outdoor Field Guide (Seasonal)

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Join the Discovery family, where quality and service are at the heart of everything we do!

This role will be located at one of Discovery Land Company’s locations: Silo Ridge Field Club, set in Amenia, New York.

Silo Ridge Field Club is seeking a Part time, Seasonal Outdoor Activity Guide to join the Outdoor Pursuits Department. This position will be available from May 1 – November 30, 2026.

Reporting to the Silo Ridge Director of Vibe, the Outdoor Activity Guide is responsible for professional wildlife management work of average difficulty in the implementation of wildlife management practices in a moderate-sized wildlife area or facility. In this role, you will be part of creating memorable Discovery Land Company experiences for our members and fellow employees

Key Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of activities associated with the management of wildlife. Responsibilities involve wildlife habitat development and maintenance, hunting and fishing, shooting activities, facilities and equipment maintenance.
• Schedules and guides hunts, fishing excursions, archery and 3D target shooting, and paintball.
• Birding, foraging, biking and hiking with members and guests.
• Assist in the operation of the Dog Kennel, walking, training, feeding and stall maintenance.
• Leads in the maintenance and repair of equipment and buildings.
• Plans, conducts and evaluates on-the-job training, to include training with equipment, policies, procedures, and techniques, for assigned subordinates as required.
• Promotes, teaches, and/or assists with hunting and fishing safety education programs.
• Promotes or provides hunter safety training.
• Coordinates plans and activities such as shooting, target shooting, archery, paintball, renting of ATV’s, and UTV’s.
• Monitors wildlife populations and assess the impacts of forest operations on population and habitats.
• Perform upkeep on trails in and out the forest.
• Manage wildlife fields for hunting, food plots and brooding.
• Develop area to keep, raise birds (pheasant ).
• Make memories
• Have loads of FUN!
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree from an accredited college or university in wildlife or fisheries management, wildlife biology, or other related acceptable field. OR A minimum of five years of full-time working experience as a Hunting Guide/Fishing Guide.
• Guest experience in hospitality is a plus. Leading expeditions as a member amenity which is all about having FUN!
• Be at least twenty-one (21) years of age on the date of application;
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
• Possess a valid and current motor vehicle operator's license
  
  

Additional Requirements

• Positive attitude, professional demeanor, and exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to deliver service to members, guests, and team members.
• Must be able to work flexible work hours/schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Long hours may be required due to business demands.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to stay calm and focused during the busiest of times.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English; additional languages preferred.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position including, but not limited to, working indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions, standing, walking, and moving for periods of greater than eight (8) hours, and lifting and carrying items sometimes greater than fifty (50) pounds.
  
  

Benefits

• $24.00 - $26.00 USD per hour
• Employee Meals, Referral Incentives, and Recognition Programs
• Professional development and upward mobility opportunities
• Work-Family Culture
  
  

About Us

Silo Ridge Field Club is a private, gated community situated on 850 acres in New York’s scenic Hudson Valley. Near the towns of Millbrook and Amenia and just two hours outside of Manhattan, this exclusive community is comprised of 300 residences; a world-class 18-hole Tom Fazio-designed golf course; an equestrian center and activity barn; a state-of-the-art fitness center and field house for sports; wellness, and recreational facilities; and Discovery’s renowned Outdoor Pursuits program. Silo Ridge promises near-limitless possibilities for unforgettable family recreation. At Silo Ridge, our employees use their personal talent, passion, and resources to meaningfully integrate with diverse cultures and communities. All while providing the highest level of member and guest services and contributing to the creation of unforgettable experiences. For more information about our club, please visit: https://siloridge.com/

Discovery Land Company is a U.S.-based real estate developer and operator of private residential club communities and resorts with a world-renowned portfolio of domestic and international properties. The mission of Discovery Land Company is to create one-of-a-kind environments that provide individuals and families the freedom, security, and resources to learn, grow, and play in some of the most beautiful places in the world. For more information about our company, please visit: http://www.discoverylandco.com.