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Seasonal Position: Through Mid-October Come spend your season where adventure meets hospitality! Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion ...

THE ROLE As a seasonal Adventure Guide , you'll lead guests through outdoor experiences that are safe, memorable, and filled with discovery. You'll represent The Indigo Road's culture of genuine ...

THE ROLE As a seasonal Adventure Guide , you'll lead guests through outdoor experiences that are safe, memorable, and filled with discovery. You'll represent The Indigo Road's culture of genuine ...

THE ROLE As a seasonal Adventure Guide , you'll lead guests through outdoor experiences that are safe, memorable, and filled with discovery. You'll represent The Indigo Road's culture of genuine ...

THE ROLE As a seasonal Adventure Guide , you'll lead guests through outdoor experiences that are safe, memorable, and filled with discovery. You'll represent The Indigo Road's culture of genuine ...

Previous experience with outdoor recreation, adventure park/high ropes, or customer service is preferred Job-Type: Seasonal Typical Schedule Days: * * Days vary from week to week * Including weekends ...

THE ROLE As a seasonal Adventure Guide , you'll lead guests through outdoor experiences that are safe, memorable, and filled with discovery. You'll represent The Indigo Road's culture of genuine ...

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How much do seasonal adventure jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for seasonal adventure in the United States is $15.98, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $17.79 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical challenges faced by employees in a seasonal adventure role, and how can I prepare for them?

Seasonal Adventure roles often involve working outdoors in varying weather conditions and adapting to fluctuating workloads due to seasonal peaks. You may need to quickly learn new skills, such as operating equipment or leading group activities, and maintain a high level of energy throughout long shifts. Collaboration with a diverse team and strong communication skills are essential, as you’ll be interacting with guests and coworkers from different backgrounds. Preparing by staying physically active, practicing flexibility, and developing strong interpersonal skills can help you succeed in this dynamic environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a seasonal adventure guide?

To thrive as a Seasonal Adventure Guide, you generally need expertise in outdoor recreation, first aid certification, and a strong understanding of local geography and safety procedures. Familiarity with equipment such as GPS devices, communication radios, and outdoor gear, along with certifications like Wilderness First Responder (WFR), is often required. Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills help guides create memorable and safe experiences for diverse groups. These skills and qualifications are crucial to ensuring client safety, delivering high-quality service, and handling unexpected situations in dynamic environments.

What is the difference between Seasonal Adventure vs Ski Instructor?

AspectSeasonal AdventureSki Instructor
Required CredentialsVaries; often minimal, some certificationsCertifications such as Level 1 or Level 2 ski instructor certifications
Work EnvironmentOutdoor, adventure parks, seasonal resortsMountain ski slopes, ski schools, winter resorts
Employer & Industry UsageAdventure tourism companies, seasonal resortsSki resorts, winter sports schools
Common Search & Comparison IntentLooking for seasonal outdoor work, adventure jobsLooking for ski teaching roles, winter sports jobs

Seasonal Adventure roles typically involve outdoor activities in adventure parks or seasonal resorts with minimal certifications, focusing on outdoor fun and adventure. Ski Instructor positions require specific certifications and involve teaching skiing on mountain slopes during winter. Both are seasonal, outdoor jobs in the tourism industry, but they differ in skills, environment, and certification requirements.

What is a seasonal adventure?

Seasonal Adventure jobs are temporary positions that typically involve outdoor activities or travel-related work during peak seasons. These jobs can include roles such as tour guides, camp counselors, ski instructors, rafting guides, or adventure park staff. They are ideal for individuals who enjoy working in dynamic environments, meeting new people, and exploring new places. Seasonal Adventure jobs often provide opportunities to gain unique experiences, learn new skills, and sometimes offer room and board. The duration of these roles usually corresponds with the busy season of the respective activity or location.
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Infographic showing various Seasonal Adventure job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 69% Full Time, 26% Part Time, and 5% Temporary. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $33,240 per year, or $16 per hour.

Seasonal Adventure Guide

Mount Hermon Association, Inc

Mount Hermon, CA • On-site

$17.65 - $21/hr

Part-time

Posted 23 days ago


Job description

General Qualifications
The Seasonal Adventure Guide is a Ministerial position. Ministerial staff render their work, stewardship, relationships and behavior as evidence of being followers of Jesus Christ while embracing and affirming Mount Hermon Association, Inc.'s ("MHA") mission, vision and beliefs. They are responsible for defining, cultivating and leading MHA's Christian community, conference programs, and retreats.
Position Objective
The Seasonal Adventure Guide is responsible for delivering physically and emotionally engaging adventure tours on our aerial adventure courses while demonstrating excellent customer service by acting with a "guest comes first" attitude. Guides connect and respond to the needs of guests while following all operational policies and procedures to minimize risk and ensure quality program delivery in a manner consistent with MHA's mission, vision and values.
Key Job Accountabilities
  • Co-lead adventure tours on our aerial adventure courses (Sequoia, Discovery Grove, Zayante).
  • Other activities may include, but are not limited to indoor and outdoor climbing walls, and fieldhouse (gymnasium) supervision.
  • Properly fit, train, and monitor guests in the use of all personal protective equipment.
  • Provide for an emotionally, physically, and spiritually safe environment with both guests and staff.
  • Assist with daily opening and closing of the program and support areas.
  • Conduct visual and tactile inspections of all hardware and equipment being used.
  • Effectively lead guest activities to ensure an engaging, informative and inspiring experience.
  • Meet curriculum delivery guidelines specific to the program and needs of the client.
  • Report and log any safety concerns or incidents/accidents.
  • Attend in-service rescue refresher trainings.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities
  • None

Education/Certifications/Licenses:
  • Minimum High School Diploma or GED; (must be at least age 18). Some college education and/or equivalent professional experience desired.
  • Attend relevant adventure & recreation training and pass both practical and written testing.
  • Requires current First Aid/CPR/AED certifications.

Work Experience:
  • Previous experience in a customer service role preferred.
  • Previous experience in ropes/challenge course or outdoor recreation activities preferred.
  • Previous experience delivering curriculum or content to diverse populations preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Experience and a desire to work within a positive team setting with diverse people.
  • Absolute attention to detail and safety.
  • Ability to maintain a calm demeanor during periods of high volume or unusual events to keep activities operating to standards and set a positive example for the guests and the team.
  • Strong desire to help participants grow and learn from a variety of experiential challenges.
  • Must have good interpersonal and verbal communication skills and be sensitive, adaptable, professional, and articulate when dealing with guests and coworkers.

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of the job:
  • The physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions.
  • Requires sitting, standing, squatting, stooping, twisting, and the ability to lift/carry 40+ lbs.
  • Requires the ability to work in a physically strenuous environment.
  • Must be comfortable at heights exceeding 80 feet.
  • After training, employee must be able to rescue a 250 lb. person at heights using a variety of rescue techniques.

Additional Requirements/Skills:
  • Must be available to work weekends.
  • May be requested to work overtime for special program events.
  • Adherence to the basic principles as expressed in MHA's Mission, Vision, Values and Commitment statements.
  • Adherence to company dress code and professional standards for personal grooming and appearance.
  • Satisfactory completion of background investigation as well as ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

*This job description reflects essential functions of this position. It does not restrict management's right to reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.