http://www.oapn.netNew outdoor adventure Jobs posted on OAPNeninfo@oapn.netOutdoor Adventure JobsREQUIRMENTS •Bachelor’s degree in recreation, leisure studies, sport management, education or related field. Equivalent in work experience may be accepted. •Minimum of one-year experience in the climbing industry in a supervisory position. •Technical outdoor climbing experience. AMGA or PCIA certification preferred. •Possess current First Aid and CPR certifications or acquire training with 30 days of employment. Wilderness component preferred. •Strong interpersonal skills in relation to customer service and staff management. •Ability to act independently on tasks as well as contribute to a team driven environment. DUTIES 1.Serve as part of the management team in conducting/overseeing daily operations: •Opening and closing of the facility. •Supervising of staff and climbers during facility operation. •Managing POS stations, cash on hand needs and nightly drops. •Booking parties, groups, and program registrations. 2.Provide quality climbing instruction to children and adults: •Give top rope and lead tests/instruction in accordance with DRG standards. •Conduct multi-day climbing classes for beginners. •Assist with and/or lead outdoor climbing trips to local climbing area. 3.Assume responsibility for one of the following areas: •Program development •Retail sales •Route setting 4. Assist General Manager by providing input and feedback on the following items: •Hiring/terminating staff and performance evaluations. •Budgeting or fiscal management. •Adding, deleting or amending DRG policies and procedures. •Facility management including alteration of the walls, anchors and/or belay systems. http://www.oapn.net/jobdetail.php?id=1449Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:08:55 -800Doylestown Rock Gym & Adventure CenterThe Action Sports Group needs a talented, high-energy Web editor to manage the online presence of Bike, Powder and Canoe & Kayak magazines (Outdoor Group). You need the ability to write clean, accurate copy on tight deadlines, have solid photo and video chops, and the technical skills to independently manage high-traffic websites with multiple daily updates. You should have at least a working knowledge of all three sports, and a passion to learn more. News judgment is critical—you will need to identify big stories and publish them to the web before the competition. This is not a 9-to-5 gig. You will attend action sports events around the U.S., Canada and abroad to interview athletes, create written, video and still photo coverage, and represent the magazines. This is a fast-paced job for a passionate mountain-sports athlete. This opening is in San Clemente, California; telecommuting is possible based on experience. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES – • Update websites with articles, images, video and news items • Evaluate, select, obtain, edit, proof and maintain website content for all Internet sites and affiliated websites. • Evaluate ongoing quality and visitor response/reaction to web content. • Update all aspects of website as needed; assure that all pages, links and features are properly functional. • Develop online editorial plans • Optimize metadata, page load speed and new content/editorial • Create original photos, video, articles and news items • Provide ideas and support to sales and marketing teams in the development and implementation of sponsored/revenue generating programs • Oversee partner relationships • Coordinate web related activities with other staff. • Any additional duties as assigned EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE – • Photography, Journalism or English degree desired • 2-4 years publishing experience preferred • Previous experience as an online editor in a publishing environment, or equivalent education and experience • Experience in coordinating the activities of writers, photographers, videographers, and other support staff KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES – • Excellent writing, editing and photographic skills • Knowledge of, and passion for, Kayaking, Mountain Biking, and/or Skiing. • Knowledge of special interest magazine publishing • Recent knowledge of– and strong interest in – capabilities of online environment, including social networking, interactivity, broadband content delivery, etc • Understanding of Web technologies and community-based models • Understanding of, or experience in, online promotions • Detail oriented, self-motivated, with the ability to work with minimal supervision, and meet deadlines. • Must have excellent computer skills • Ability to travel in remote or mountainous areas. • Familiarity with web-based content management systems. • HTML and Photoshop EOE, M/F, D/V http://www.oapn.net/jobdetail.php?id=1448Wed, 07 Sep 2011 15:36:55 -800Action Sports Group - Source Interlink MediaCONSERVATION CORPSMEMBER Service Type: Full-time, temporary, Residential, lasting a minimum of 4 weeks Location: Durango, CO/Salida, CO/ Tucson, AZ Living Stipend: $300.00 per week, may include meal deduction Benefits:Uniform, food, training, worker’s compensation coverage, travel, and an AmeriCorps Award to qualifying individuals Ages: 16-25 Position Start Date: Sessions occur year round. Please refer to the tentative schedule below. ALL DATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE Fall  Programs                                   Location                     Program Type___________ Aug. 29th – Oct. 22nd, 2010               Durango, CO               Conservation Crew Program Aug. 29th – Nov. 5th, 2010                 Durango, CO               Dolores River Restoration Sept. 5th – Oct. 29th , 2010                 Salida, CO                    Conservation Crew Program Sep. 13th - Dec. 10th, 2010                Tucson, AZ                  Conservation Crew Program Winter  Programs (2011) Location                    Program Type___________ Dates TBA                                                Tucson, AZ                 Conservation Crew Program Explore the Southwest – Experience the Outdoors! The Southwest Conservation Corps is currently hiring motivated young adults, ages 16 -25, to complete conservation projects throughout Colorado, Arizona, New Mexico and Utah. Projects may include, trail construction & maintenance, fencing, habitat improvement, hazardous fuels reduction and re-vegetation. Each crew consists of 6-8 members and 2 leaders. Crews work and camp for up to 11 days at a time in frontcountry and backcountry locations in all types of weather conditions. Schedule may vary depending on location and program. SCC crews work in a variety of national parks, national forests and other areas throughout the Southwest. Crews prepare all their own meals and work together as a group to complete all the necessary chores. Our programs focus on place based learning, life skills development, appreciation of diversity, civic responsibility and career development. SCC also has an educational program that offers corpsmembers an opportunity to learn about the local environment, environmental issues and introduces individuals to recreation and resource management careers. General Qualifications Commitment Corpsmembers must make a strong commitment to complete the program. Safety You will be expected to take a serious attitude toward safety all day and every day. Professionalism Corpsmember must be willing to work hard, participate as part of a team. Teamwork Corpsmembers MUST be willing and able to refrain from smoking, alcohol, or drugs while participating in the SCC program. Technology The use of technology, including cell phones, iPods, MP3 players, and other battery powered devices is prohibited in the field, unless it is a day off. Corpsmembers must agree that they will not use these types of technology while participating in an SCC program. Substance Free Corpsmember must be willing to appropriately represent the SCC Program. Fitness Members are expected to complete projects that involve heavy lifting, hiking, and living outdoors for an extended period of time. Apply ONLINE at www.sccorps.org or contact a local Recruiting Coordinator for an application SCC Four Corners – Durango, CO Kristen Courtney, Recruiting Coordinator 701 Camino del Rio Suite 101 Durango, CO 81301 kristen@sccorps.org or 970-259-8607×1 SCC Los Valles – Salida, CO Megan Strauss 701 Rainbow Blvd Salida, CO 81201 megan@sccorps.org or 719-539-2438 SCC Sonoran Desert- Tucson, AZ Holly Schempf, Recruiting Coordinator 1376 W. St. Mary’s Rd, Tucson, AZ 85745 holly@sccorps.org or 520-884-5550×1# http://www.oapn.net/jobdetail.php?id=1447Sun, 07 Aug 2011 13:34:35 -800Southwest Conservation CorpsTrekkers is a non-profit, outdoor-based mentoring program that connects caring adults with young people through expeditionary learning, community service and adventure-based education. With community adult volunteers working throughout the year, Trekkers provides a myriad of educational, experiential, and cross-cultural opportunities for young people, with an emphasis on relationship building and an appreciation of the earth as "educator". Our goal is to be a part of students’ lives from grade to grade and year to year. Trekkers follows students as they "graduate" from one program into the next along a six year journey that starts when they are in 7th grade and continues until they graduate. Position Title: Program Coordinator Immediate Supervisor: Meredith Lynt, Program Director Host Site Location: Tenants Harbor, Maine Term of Service: 1700 Hour Position - September 24, 2010 to August 25, 2011 Qualifications: •Self motivated with a high degree of flexibility •Ability to clearly and concisely communicate orally and in writing •Excellent organizational skills •Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred •Dedication to the mission of AmeriCorps Community Resource Corps •Effective public speaker •Ability to use various types of technology (i.e. word processing, Microsoft Office Suite, GoToMeeting, on-line reporting system) Essential Functions: •Develop, implement and strengthen volunteer programs •Coordinate and facilitate meetings •Participate in staff meetings •Attend required weekly meetings with supervisor •Coordinate projects with team members •Personal transportation Site Specific Essential Functions: •Implement and improve our volunteer management system •Recruit and coordinate volunteers for Trekkers Peer Mentoring program and Big Trek Little Trek •Assist program director with managing students and volunteers for all of our 6 core expeditions •Assist program director with managing students and volunteers for Photo Treks and Apprentice Treks •Weekend service trips and day long excursions •Responsible for recruitment of both student participants and assisting the management of volunteers for our leadership program and our Adventure Treks programming •Act as a positive role model for youth Work Schedule/Working Conditions: Trekkers maintains regular office hours. The expeditionary nature of our work with young people and our philosophy of relationship building does require weekend, holiday, and overnight hours as well. Fast paced environment with various deadlines and multiple internal and external stakeholders. Work is performed in an office setting using computer, copier, fax, and general office equipment. Trekkers offers a dynamic work environment where there are long stretches in the office and long stretches on outdoor expeditions; thus our AmeriCorps member must be as comfortable in an office environment as they are on outdoor-based expeditions. Working Relationships/Support: Member will be provided support by the direct Supervisor and Host Site Organization as well as the AmeriCorps Staff. Member will receive a thorough on-site and AmeriCorps Orientation, Host Site specific training and training on a variety of topics related to work within a nonprofit setting. Various reporting will be required of the member throughout the term by the AmeriCorps Staff regarding member performance, completion of goals, training accomplishments, and continuous improvement of our program. Site Benefits: Expeditions AmeriCorps Member Benefits: All AmeriCorps positions have a living allowance of $11,800 evenly divided over the course of their 11 month term, health insurance coverage from the first day of service to the last day of the last month of their term, and a $5,350 education award (upon completion) to apply to previous federal student loans or continuing education costs at a Title IV Institution. Applicable student loans can be put in forbearance and any interest accrued during the term will be paid by AmeriCorps. Members are covered under health insurance and workers compensation. Eligible members can also apply for child care reimbursement. Mileage to AmeriCorps Sponsored Training events will be reimbursed to members. The local host site will reimburse mileage expenses associated with project related travel at the rate which they reimburse their staff. Members also receive significant professional and personal development training. Please Note: AmeriCorps Members may hold another job or attend school outside of the commitments for the AmeriCorps Position. See www.americorps.gov for more information of AmeriCorps service. ***Individuals with disabilities who may need reasonable accommodations are expected to make arrangements in advance for accommodation by confidentially discussing their needs with AmeriCorps Program Staff. All hiring decisions are based on nondiscriminatory factors without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or status as a veteran. We promote a positive and healthy working environment with respect for diversity. http://www.oapn.net/jobdetail.php?id=1446Mon, 07 Feb 2011 15:01:37 -800Trekkers, Inc.Ferrum College seeks an Adventure Programmer to assist with the implementation of the Ferrum Outdoors program which provides outdoor experiences for students, faculty and staff of the Ferrum College Community. Duties: On campus activities -schedule weekly outdoor programs utilizing the resources on campus (hike/bike on trails, sessions at bouldering wall, etc) -staff weekly activities with student leaders -assist coordinator in training student leaders for safe implementation of programs Weekend/evening excursions -schedule day-long outdoor programs (at least two weekends per month) -staff excursions with student leaders; Adventure Programmer must attend all trips -assist coordinator in training student leaders for safe implementation of programs -coordinate transportation and meals for trips Extended excursions -schedule extended outdoor programs during fall and spring breaks -staff excursions with student leaders; Adventure Programmer must attend all trips -train student leaders and faculty/staff leaders in safe implementation of programs -coordinate transportation and meals for trips Maintenance of on-campus resources -oversee the maintenance of all existing trails and the development of new trails -coordinate all trail work with volunteer groups etc -oversee maintenance of the bouldering wall -oversee equipment check out and maintenance -oversee maintenance and improvements to disc golf course Administrative responsibilities -supervise up to six work study students -develop cost estimates for all programs Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor of Science in Recreation Leadership; Parks, Recreation & Tourism; Adventure Education or similar • Wilderness First Aid and complimentary CPR certifications • Demonstrated technical abilities in rock climbing, canoeing, sea kayaking, backpacking, caving, navigation/orienteering, etc. • Clean driving record (0 or positive points on record) • Comfortable with hand tools needed for trial building and maintence as well as repair of outdoor equipment Prefer certifications in one or more of the following: a. American Mountain Guides Association, Top Rope Site Manager b. American Canoe Association, Canoe Instructor c. Wilderness Education Association, Outdoor Leader Certification d. Wilderness First Responder and CPR for professional rescuer certifications. Successful candidate will have a positive disposition, be a self-starter, and be able to connect with student participants. In addition the candidate will have a firm working knowledge of experiential education processes and be able to appropriately debrief experiences to enhance learning. http://www.oapn.net/jobdetail.php?id=1445Wed, 07 Jul 2010 10:08:53 -800Ferrum CollegeAs one of the outdoor education program specialists, you will be trained in and expected to lead the following activities: group initiatives, low ropes, high ropes, archery, riflery, cave ecology, stream/water ecology, survival simulation, night hike, campfire, and so much more! You will be responsible for planning and implementing many of these activities, as well as given the opportunity to add new programs to our ever-growing curriculum. The outdoor education program not only works with schools, but with a variety of other groups, such as Girl Scouts, Adventure Guides/Princesses, and various college groups. You will get the opportunity to work with many different ages and backgrounds. As a program staff member, you will be given the chance to both work and live with an amazing team. The outdoor education season runs from mid-August to the end of November and the end of February to the end of May. We are currently looking to fill positions for our Fall 2010 season. Staff training will start on Monday, August 16th. Requirements: - First Aid and CPR Certified - Committed to YMCA core values (caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility) - At least 18 years of age - Good work ethic, good communication skills, good problem solving abilities, creative, fun, energetic, loves to work with children. YMCA of the Ozarks - Trout Lodge and Camp Lakewood is located in Missouri’s Eastern Ozarks and is situated on a 360-acre lake surrounded by 5,200 acres of forest-covered hills. This year-round, not-for-profit, family getaway, conference center, ranch, residential summer camp, and outdoor education center is just 75 miles south of St. Louis. If you are interested in learning more about this position and the YMCA of the Ozarks, feel free to check out our website at www.ymcaoftheozarks.org. http://www.oapn.net/jobdetail.php?id=1444Fri, 06 Jan 2012 21:27:52 -800YMCA Trout Lodge and Camp LakewoodUniversity of the Ozarks, located by the Arkansas River at the foot of the Ozark and Ouachita Mountains in west-central Arkansas, seeks to fill its post of Director of Outdoor Experiences. The Director of Outdoor Experiences coordinates and helps to develop a broad range of outdoor and environmental offerings at Ozarks. This post’s primary goal is to maximize the benefits of the University’s beautiful setting amidst a variety of outdoor recreational and educational opportunities for our students. Requirements include significant, hands-on experience (minimum of 3-5 years) with teaching/training of outdoor skills, including, but not limited to, camping, canoeing, kayaking, climbing, shooting sports, hiking, etc. Experience in program and budget management is essential. Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred. Formal certifications in one or more outdoor activities are a plus. Salary range $36K to $38K + benefits. The position will remain open until filled with best consideration given to applications received by July 20, 2010. http://www.oapn.net/jobdetail.php?id=1443Sun, 06 Nov 2011 16:13:43 -800University of the OzarksStaff should be WFR certified and able to take backcountry trips into the Bighorn Mountains. The position also requires a lot of curriculum facilitation using tools such as the Experiential Learning Cycle and Mutliple Intelligences. I am looking for someone to start ASAP and work until August 28th. We will train you as an Assistant Instructor until you are up to speed with the program. http://www.oapn.net/jobdetail.php?id=1442Sun, 06 Feb 2011 17:34:11 -800C5 Youth FoundationWild Water Adventures is seeking experienced Rafting Guides/Trip Leaders to join our 2K10 team. Our rafting trips take place on the famous Kicking Horse River where you will be providing a great river experience to our guests on our Gentle, Whitewater Exciter and Maximum Horse Power Trips. British Columbia and particularly the Kicking Horse River offers some of the best pay rates in the world as well a fantastic environment to spend a summer. We are based in an internationally renowned resort and as a result our standards for guest service are very high. Guides need to enjoy interacting with guests in a professional and couteous manner and be prepared to go that extra mile to provide that unforgettable experience. We are a small company that thrives on a great team atmosphere that is able to work within a great set of systems and are keen to improve their performance level everyday. A minimum of 3 - 5 years guiding class IV whitewater is required, as well as first aid and river rescue certification. http://www.oapn.net/jobdetail.php?id=1441Thu, 06 Jan 2011 19:54:01 -800Wild Water AdventuresDescription: Spend a year working and camping at some of Nevada’s premier natural areas. Serve alongside international volunteers and college students from across the country while making a lasting contribution to Nevada’s natural heritage. Gain valuable field experience while working on habitat improvement, restoration, and recreation projects with the U.S. Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management, National Park Service, and local and state agencies. Provide a national service with your environmental restoration efforts and work all over the state in a diverse and beautiful array of desert, mountain and alpine habitats. Timeline: August 16, 2010 – August 11, 2011 Conservation Projects: Trail building and rehabilitation Exotic species removal Forest thinning Habitat restoration Riparian rehabilitation Illegal road decommissioning Qualifications: To qualify, you must be at least 17 years of age and a US citizen that has received a high school diploma or GED (or be willing to achieve this before using education award). Duties: Maintaining a positive and professional attitude at all times while providing service Communicating with agency project staff Complying with both production and quality work standards established by NCC administration, crew supervisors and project partners Contributing to basic duties at the campsite including cooking, cleaning and organizing crew equipment Work Schedule: The locations of service will depend on where you start your term of service. Due to the seasonal nature of field work in Nevada you may be required to relocate more than once during the term. Three teams will begin in Northern Nevada based in Reno (NCC will seek out temporary options for housing including campground options). Near mid-October when the weather begins to change, these teams will relocate to Southern Nevada and will be based in Las Vegas for 6 months. Two teams will start their terms in Las Vegas and remain there until the end of April. During the second half of the year crews will transition to northern Nevada and will be based in the Reno area and will perform services primarily in the Sierra Nevada and Great Basin Regions. The NCC will help during the transition time with housing recommendations. We will not provide housing and will not sign leases, but we can assist with identifying housing options. Training: Members will attend a 5-day orientation session where they will receive training in chainsaw use, trail building, leave-no-trace ethics, CPR/First Aid, and effective citizenship. Locations: Lake Tahoe Great Basin National Park Lake Mead Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge Ely, Nevada These AmeriCorps positions are made possible by a generous grant from Nevada Volunteers. This program prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, religion, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, or disability. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. http://www.oapn.net/jobdetail.php?id=1440Fri, 06 Aug 2010 13:31:33 -800Great Basin Institute