Winter Weekend Snowshoe Tour Guide
About The Position
Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area is hiring a seasonal, part-time Winter Weekend Snowshoe Tour Guide to lead nature-based guided snowshoe outings and programs on Saturdays and Sundays. Working with the Environmental Education Coordinator, the guide shares knowledge about winter ecology, recreation, and Bogus Basin on trails near Frontier Point Lodge. The role also collaborates with local experts on selected themed outings to foster participants’ curiosity about the natural world. The guide plans tours and routes suited to each group, prepares equipment, welcomes participants, and leads groups of 1–15 adults and youth. Tours take place outdoors in varied winter weather and may involve snowshoeing on uneven, steep terrain in deep snow for distances up to three miles. The guide helps create a safe, engaging learning environment, adapts routes to group needs, and coordinates with experts for guest-speaker outings. After tours, the guide supports Nordic lodge operations and communicates professionally with staff and patrons. This position typically works 4–8 hours per shift, 3–8 days per month throughout the winter season. Bogus Basin offers mountain access, partner mountain discounts, and retail and food-and-beverage discounts. The role supports the organization’s nonprofit mission to provide affordable, accessible recreation and education opportunities for the community.
Requirements
- Passion for Bogus Basin’s mission.
- Strong knowledge of, or willingness to learn about, Bogus Basin’s ecology, hydrology, geology, snow science, history, and recreation.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with people of all ages.
- Strong interest in nature education.
- Reliability, flexibility, creativity, enthusiasm, and ability to adapt during tours.
- Ability to make sound decisions in stressful situations.
- Demonstrated ability to perform multiple tasks accurately and on time.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to pass a background check.
- Ability to perform essential duties efficiently and safely, with or without supervision.
- Ability to stand, balance, walk, stoop, crouch, kneel, and reach with hands and arms.
- Ability to snowshoe on uneven, steep terrain in deep snow for distances up to three miles while carrying up to 15 pounds.
- Ability to navigate mountainous terrain with or without GPS or maps.
- Ability to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
Responsibilities
- Plan and organize tours independently and with a supervisor, including relevant talking points and routes appropriate for each group.
- Prepare equipment, welcome guests, and explain tour offerings.
- Lead and engage groups of 1–15 adults and youth on guided snowshoe tours.
- Share knowledge of winter ecology, Bogus Basin, and winter recreation while on the trail.
- Adjust routes to meet group needs and create a safe, enjoyable learning environment.
- Communicate with industry experts before guest-speaker tours and collaborate with local experts on themed outings.
- Maintain a professional attitude and communicate with patrons, staff, supervisors, and other departments.
- Support Nordic lodge operations after tours.
- Perform other duties as required.
Benefits
- Bogus Basin mountain access.
- Partner mountain discounts.
- Retail and food-and-beverage discounts.
- Opportunity to work outdoors, lead programs, and collaborate with local experts.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
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