Summer Overnight Camp Counselor

Overnight Camp Instructors

Avid4 Adventure has empowered kids to live active outdoor lifestyles for over 20 years.

• Camp Blue Sky (Grades 1st-5th) – Evergreen, CO
• Camp Windy Peak (Grades 6th-12th) – Bailey, CO

Work schedule:

Overnight camps operate 24/7 with one evening off per week.

Position duration:
Training May 16–29; programs run May 31–August 1.

Compensation:
Pay based on position, responsibilities, certifications, and tenure.

• Instructors: $440/week
• Specialists: $462–$528/week
• End‑season bonuses for certifications: $125–$400 per certification

Candidates may receive a Wilderness First Aid certification during training; must be 20+, drive a van, and work at Windy Peak Camp.

• Provide 24‑hour support, safety, and comfort for participants.
• Co‑lead daily outdoor programming (mountain biking, rock climbing, kayaking, canoeing, SUP, Leave No Trace).
• Organize and participate in camp programming ranging from outdoor sports to camp games and rituals.
• Follow and educate campers on safety protocols.
• Serve as a role model and guide campers by exhibiting appropriate behavior, attitudes, and activities.
• Provide exceptional customer service to parents and all participants.
• If a trained driver, transport up to 13 campers to and from program areas with company passenger vans.
• Candidates with increased experience in core sports may serve as a program area expert (Specialist) supporting multi‑sport camps or instructing single‑sport camps in climbing, mountain biking, whitewater paddling, or survival skills.

• Must be at least 18 years old by the start of camp for all positions.
• Drivers must be at least 20 years old, have a 3‑year valid driver’s license, and a clean driving record.
• +1 year of experience working with kids in a professional or volunteer setting preferred.
• Experience in core sports highly preferred but not required for all positions (required for Specialists).
• Minimum of Basic First Aid, CPR, and Mandatory Reporter certification by the start of camp.

• Step 1:
  Review application for qualifications.
• Step 2:
  Invite to complete a one‑way video interview.
• Step 3: 40‑minute live virtual interview and submit three references (personal and/or professional).
• Final decision.

This process moves quickly, so be ready to hear from us shortly after you submit your application.