Summer 2027 - Camp Counselor - Equestrian
About The Position
Equine Camp Counselors work at Camp Meriwether or Camp Misty Mountain, mentoring Girl Scouts and helping provide a fun, memorable camp experience. They supervise campers, assist with daily horse care and preparation, and lead equestrian activities. Camp Meriwether’s program includes English pleasure, Hunter/Jumper, Dressage, and Mounted Equitation for girls ages 7–17. Camp Misty Mountain’s program includes Western pleasure, Gymkhana, Trail Riding, and Natural Horsemanship for girls ages 9–17. The role includes living in a unit near campers or in a cabin with campers as assigned, participating in pre-camp training and staff meetings, and potentially traveling among GSGATL camps. The position is temporary and pays $95 per day.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Stamina to live in a camp setting and traverse rough, uneven terrain without assistance.
- Ability to lift 25 pounds independently and up to 50 pounds with or without assistance.
- Ability to complete and clear a Criminal and Sex Offender background check.
- Must have a clean Motor Vehicle Record.
- Desire and ability to work with children and adults in a camp setting.
- Ability to place campers’ needs above one’s own.
- Ability to make decisions and act wisely in an emergency.
- Understanding of the needs, abilities, and interests of girls.
Nice To Haves
- Ability to ride at a walk, trot/jog, and canter/lope.
- Current CHA, ARIA, or PATH riding instructor certification.
- Experience working with children.
- A sense of adventure and enthusiasm to motivate and coach children.
Responsibilities
- Supervise assigned aspects of campers’ days, including activities, cabin clean-up, mealtimes, rest hours, evening activities, bedtime, and assigned after-hours duties.
- Assist with daily care of the horse herd and prepare horses for lessons, including grooming, tacking, and stable chores.
- Design activities and programs that meet Girl Scout badge curriculum and facilitate girl-led programming.
- Work as part of a team with counselors, program staff, and assistance staff.
- Lead programs and activities, providing campers with guidance and leadership.
- Support and strengthen courage, confidence, and character in campers and staff.
- Assist with unit housekeeping, sanitation, and care of supplies and equipment.
- Help ensure campers’ health and safety.
- Assist with records, reports, and inventories as requested by the Unit Leader.
- Live in a unit near campers or in a cabin with campers as assigned.
- Help girls live and work together through communication, conflict resolution, and problem solving.
- Identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to camp activities.
- Assist with opening and closing camp as directed.
- Take precautions to ensure personal health.
- Participate in training before camp.
- Attend and participate in staff meetings on time and in uniform.
- Model appropriate words, deeds, and actions for campers.
- Travel among GSGATL camps if asked.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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