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Wilderness Trip Leader

The National Center for Outdoor & Adventure Education
Brevard, NC

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Job Details

Contract
$100 - $150 a day

Benefits

Employee discount
Professional development assistance

Qualifications

Instructor-led training (training delivery method)
Risk & issue management
Wilderness safety
Teaching
Working with youth

Full Job Description

The National Center for Outdoor & Adventure Education (NCOAE) has an immediate openings for Trip Leaders to work individual contract trips for the 2026 season (Aug-Oct).

Staff manage the safety of the students while co-facilitating multi-day adventure education programming in the field, including camping, hiking, backpacking, canoeing, kayaking, and more! Instructors also manage risks and assure effective courses, while serving as an educator and role model.

Must be able to teach and facilitate NCOAE’s curriculum to teens and adults, complete documentation accurately and in a timely fashion and participate in pre-trip and post-trip briefs. Additional duties include facilitating a meaningful group experience and setting an emotionally and physically safe, fun and engaging tone for students to follow. NCOAE is proud to be an AEE (Association for Experiential Education) accredited organization.

Minimum Qualifications:

Prior experience working with wilderness programs, outdoor education, residential summer camps, or related field
Strong Critical Thinking and Problem Solving skills
Ability to work independently and as a team, with minimal supervision
Current Wilderness First Aid or Wilderness First Responder certification (preferred) or willingness to obtain prior to employment
Competency in risk management skills

Preferred:

3+ years experience leading domestic and/or international outdoor education programs
Current WFR or WEMT certification
Master’s, Bachelor’s or Associate's degree in adventure education, outdoor education, recreation, wilderness leadership or related degree

Employee Perks Include:

Room/board for seasonal staff
Industry-leading pay
Training
Uniform shirt
Industry discounts on professional memberships, clothing, gear, and equipment
A dedicated administrative team to support your in-field efforts
Live just a mile from the beach in-between trips!

Pay: $100.00 - $150.00 per day

Benefits:

Employee discount
Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person

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