Nitty Gritty
Employeer Alaska Guide
Location Valdez, Alaska
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Skills
Required Minimum Experience
Skill Yrs Rec Yrs Pro
Paddling 5 2
Preffered Minimum Experience
Skill Yrs Rec Yrs Pro
Rock Climbing 2
Backing up with a Trailer 3
Canoeing 5 2
Certifications
Required
CPR
Preffered
WFR
Swiftwater Rescue
Description

We're looking for a self-motivated people who love the outdoors and sharing it with others. The ideal candidate will also know how to handle a canoe and possess a desire to explore. They will also be observant in clients' abilities and encourage their personal growth while keeping activities fun and rewarding for the clients. With the exception of the occasional cruise excursion, each tour is a private tour reducing stress and optimizing client enjoyment.

Responsibilities
Canoe Guiding - Safely paddle guests in an 8-passenger canoe on a glacial lake among icebergs. Managing and instructing clients with proper balance. Understand safety when navigating and dealing with icebergs and wind. We provide instruction and education about the icebergs as that's a specialized skill. A lead guide needs to be comfortable handling the canoe solo with up to 4 clients.

Wilderness Guiding - Responsible for providing clients with safety instruction and for leading clients on a guided hikes over varied terrain. Choosing the proper routes for client's abilities.