What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hiking and Backpacking Guide - Greater Yellowstone position at The Wildland Trekking Company?
Wildland Trekking Co is seeking a full time Guide to lead multi-day backpacking, lodge or campground based, llama supported trips July - Mid September of 2025 in our Felt, ID location. Qualified candidates with part time availability Mid July - early Sept will also be considered. Paid training is scheduled on a custom basis depending on availability.
Guides manage all aspects of the trip. They prep gear and food, cook meals, teach guests the basics of backpacking and camping, provide interpretive information, manage risk in variable environments, and facilitate social dynamics and guest satisfaction.
Imagine working a job where many of America's premier hiking destinations are your day-to-day lifestyle. Benefits include a fun, supportive work environment with high-quality people, paid training, post-trip gratuities, and opportunities for professional growth into management positions or to guide in different branch locations in future years.
The Wildland Trekking Company offers small group, multi-day backpacking or llama/mule supported trips, day hikes, car-camping basecamp style, and inn-based hiking trips for adults and families looking to experience unforgettable hiking vacations in majestic landscapes. Guests can expect delicious meals and extraordinary guides who have the ability to turn a great get-away into an unforgettable, inspiring adventure.
Qualifications (see website for full list):
- Previous guiding experience (1-2 years preferred)
- Hold a valid WFR/WEMT
- Hold, or be willing to obtain, a Backcountry Food Handlers Certification
- Clean Background check and Motor Vehicle Record (minor infraction ok)
- Excellent camping/backcountry living skills
- Experience and desire to cook delicious meals in an outdoor setting
- Practiced interpretation and/or teaching skills, strong local knowledge (or willingness to dig in and learn about an area)
- A service-oriented work ethic
- High level of fitness
- Enthusiasm for being outside in all weather
- Superb customer service and people skills
To Apply visit: Wildland Trekking Guide Jobs - Wildland Trekking
Salary : $2,500 - $4,500