Whitewater Raft Guide

and the job listing Expires on February 20, 2026

• WWOC offers guided raft trips on the Hudson and Sacandaga River.
• The Hudson River Gorge trip is 17 miles and runs every Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday from Mid April to Columbus Day weekend. Trips go out once a day. Staff arrive at 8:00 am and the day ends around 4:00.
• To Guide on the Hudson River Gorge you must train with a NYS approved outfitter and obtain a NYS license to guide. Wild Waters will provide you with this training.
• Requirements are:
  Certified in CPR and 1st Aid, take at least 5 trips down the river with WWOC, take 2 written NYS exams and receive a letter from WWOC stating the applicant has the training and ability to guide.
• Guides can expect 4 days a week guiding on the Hudson.
• The Sacandaga River trip runs from Memorial day to Labor Day. Trips run daily at 10, 12 and 2. The trip is 3.5 miles long and takes about 1.5 hours.
• Sacandaga Guide Requirements:
  Certified in CPR and 1st aid, show proof of skill in safely guiding a raft down the river.
• Sacandaga Guides can expect 4-5 days of work a week.
• It is possible to guide on both The Hudson and Sacandaga Rivers
• All guides will be responsible to provide personal PFD, paddle,throwbag, whistle and knife. WWOC will help to purchase gear at Pro Level pricing.
• WWOC offers training for both Rivers.
• All applicants will be expected to team assist organizing and loading all equipment needed.
• Must have good people skills and enjoy working with others.