Rock Climbing Summer Camp Jobs2025

Camp High Rocks

Located: Cedar Mountain, North Carolina
Position Available: Assistant Director of Rock Climbing
Salary Range: $450-$550/week
Type: Residential boys' summer camp
Contact: staffinfo@highrocks.com
Website: https://staff.highrocks.com/

Camp High Rocks, a private boys camp in Western North Carolina, has an assistant director opening for its summer rock climbing program. Candidate should have extensive experience with climbing, instruction, equipment, and related outdoor skills.
Responsibilities: Help direct 7-8 climbing instructors. Instruct climbing skills, safety aspects, create lesson plans. Lead climbing trips on and off camp property, including occasional overnights.
Qualifications: At least 21 years of age. Experience leading climbing program, clean driving record, Wilderness First Responder, and SPI certification. Training can be offered for the right candidate.
Dates are May 27 -August 9, 2025. Other benefits include room, board, and free laundry facilities; staff lounge with wireless internet; extensive professional discounts; an incredible location with over 1000 acres of wilderness; adjacent to some of the best wilderness and highest mountains on the Eastern Seaboard!

Cheerio on the New River

Located: Mouth of Wilson, VA and Roaring Gap, North Carolina
Position Available: Counselor
Salary Range: $250 - $400 per week
Type: Wilderness adventure program
Contact: weldon@campcheerio.org
Website: https://cheeriofamily.com/cheerio-on-the-new-river-job-descriptions

Responsible for the total well-being of the campers while also leading different activities.
Will obtain wilderness certifications during staff training to take away with you after Summer is over!
Room & Board - use of camp equipment
Staff training is May 22nd - June 10th. First half of the Summer session start June 11th - July 8th, second half July 9th - August 12th (full Summer options as well!)

Camp Cheerio YMCA

Located: High Point, North Carolina
Position Available: Climbing, Equestrian, and Aquatics Directors
Salary Range: $400 and up, depending on experience and age.
Type: Residential camp with separate girls' and coed sessions
Contact: director@campcheerio.org
Website: http://www.campcheerio.org

Beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains
Free Room/Board and Laundry done for you!
Looking for dedicated and enthusiastic staff to make a positive difference in the life of a child.
Internships available and more pay with Certifications upon arrival

Camp Pinnacle

Located: Hendersonville
Position Available: Trip Leader
Salary Range: $3000 starting salary
Type: Residential Coed Summer Camp
Contact: office@camppinnacle.com
Website: http://www.camppinnacle.com

Plan and execute day hikes and backpacking trips into Pisgah National Forest for children ages 7-17.
Must have a current Wilderness First Responder certification.
Meet people your age from around the world.
Have the best summer of your life.

Camp Pinnacle

Located: Hendersonville
Position Available: Camp Counselor
Salary Range: $3000 starting salary
Type: Residential Coed Summer Camp
Contact: office@camppinnacle.com
Website: http://www.camppinnacle.com

Rewarding challenging, and fun outdoor job where you get to change the lives of children.
Meet people your age from around the world and have the most fun summer of your life.
Work outside in a place where your supervisors care deeply about your growth and success.
Supervise a cabin of 10 campers with a co-counselor and get to know the kids. You also get to teach an activity such as kayaking, mountain biking, or rock climbing.

Camp Carolina

Located: Brevard, North Carolina
Position Available: Outdoor Adventure Staff
Salary Range: $200-$380 per week (based on age/skill)
Type: Residential Boys' Summer Camp
Contact: bren@campcarolina.com
Website: http://www.campcarolina.com

CCB is located in Western North Carolina where we are surrounded by some of the best rock climbing, mountain biking, horse riding, hiking, fly fishing, sea kayaking and mountain boarding in the country. And we are hiring instructors for all of these positions!
Our campers come from all over the world and choose CCB for the High adventure activities we offer as well as the skilled, passionate, trained and awesome staff we have each year.
Our Adventure staff train for up to 5 weeks and receive subsidized/free Internationally recognized courses based on their activity department
Network with outdoor professionals from 16+ countries. Spend your post camp traveling the world with new friends doing what you love!

Camp Highlander

Located: Horse Shoe, North Carolina
Position Available: Cabin Counselor
Salary Range: Starting at $255/wk
Type: Residential coed summer camp
Contact: email@camphighlander.com
Website: http://www.camphighlander.com

The foundation of Camp Highlander is our cabin unit in which 10 campers and two cabin counselors journey through each day at Highlander as a unit.
Cabin counselors foster Camp Highlander's family environment by genuinely loving our campers & ensuring that each camper feels they belong to the Highlander family.
At Camp Highlander, we have a devoted group of staff who return summer after summer because this mountain (and the people who call it home) mean something to them. A summer at Highlander will have high demands but the rewards will be tremendous!
Free housing, food, wifi, and laundry. Growth in leadership and problem solving skills. Will provide references for future jobs.

Camp Highlander

Located: Horse Shoe, North Carolina
Position Available: Activity Counselor
Salary Range: $275/week
Type: Residential coed summer camp
Contact: email@camphighlander.com
Website: http://www.camphighlander.com

Teach, coach, lead. Wilderness, sports, arts, and waterfront activities. Work closely with co-ed campers aged 6-16 as you teach them new skills &. help them find new passions.
Activity Counselors are uniquely trained, certified and/or educated staff members in a particular activity area or discipline who have a passion for teaching and working with children.
Free housing, food, wifi, and laundry. Growth in leadership and problem solving skills. Will provide references for future jobs.

Camp Highlander

Located: Horse Shoe, North Carolina
Position Available: Ropes Course Activity Counselor
Salary Range: $275/week
Type: Residential coed summer camp
Contact: email@camphighlander.com
Website: http://www.camphighlander.com

Get certified to teach at the climbing wall, high ropes course, and zip line. Physically demanding job.
All Ropes Course staff are required to arrive at camp mid-May to receive a 4-5 day training on the Discovery Course, Zip Line, Climbing Wall, and Low Ropes Course.
Counselors are passionate about teaching and working with children. They enjoy sharing their knowledge & skills with our campers while helping them grow and develop their skills.
Free housing, food, wifi, and laundry. Growth in leadership and problem solving skills. Will provide references for future jobs.

Camp Mondamin

Located: Tuxedo, North Carolina
Position Available: Rock Climbing Instructor
Salary Range: competitive
Type: Residential Boys' Summer Camp
Contact: mondamin@mondamin.com
Website: http://www.mondamin.com

Traditional climbers and backpackers wanted.
We are a noncompetitive, non-regimented camp focused on fun, growth and instruction. We need people who enjoy working and living with children and have skills in: backpacking, climbing, mountain biking, whitewater boating, sailing, horseback riding, swimming, environmental education, tennis and arts and crafts.

Camp Mondamin

Located: Tuxedo, North Carolina
Position Available: Counselor / Outdoor Educator
Salary Range: competitive
Type: Residential Boys' Summer Camp
Contact: mondamin@mondamin.com
Website: http://www.mondamin.com

We are a noncompetitive, non-regimented camp focused on fun, growth and instruction. We need people who enjoy working and living with children and have skills in: backpacking, climbing, mountain biking, whitewater boating, sailing, horseback riding, swimming, environmental education, tennis and arts and crafts.
Everyone who works at Mondamin has three basic responsibilities: Teaching skills and leading trips in an outdoor activity. Working directly with kids as a counselor, advisor, and advocate. And participation and influence as a member of the camp community.
Must be at least 18 years of age. Must have completed at least one year of undergraduate study at a college or university (or equivalent). Should have experience in and be willing to teach one or more of our activities (some training provided).
Salaries are individually determined based on your age, experience and skills. Our salaries compare favorably with most other camps and rise as you prove yourself. All food and lodging is provided. Time off: everyone gets 36 hours per week leave (a day and 2 nights).

Summer Camp at SOAR

Located: North Carolina, Wyoming and Florida
Position Available: Outdoor Trip Leader
Salary Range: $2,250 - $3,250/season
Type: Residential Coed Summer Camp
Contact: andrea@soarnc.org
Website: http://soarnc.org/about-soar/employment-opportunities/

Supervise a group of 7-8 students (2 staff per group), for 24 hrs/day, on 10 to 26 day courses; facilitate a safe and successful experience during adventure-based courses; facilitate the development of life skills, organizational skills, self-esteem, problem-solving strategies, communication techniques, and social skills.
Assist in developing personal goals for each student; write a comprehensive student evaluation at the end of each course; and act as a role model for students by demonstrating maturity, responsibility, good organizational skills, and professional behavior.
Minimum 21 years of age (some exceptions allowed); 2 years of college experience, in human service related field preferred (e.g., Education, Psychology, Recreation); current WFA and CPR certifications; Lifeguard required for FL & CA staff; experience and/or desire to work with LD and AD/HD youth; patience, energy, enthusiasm, flexibility.
Complete a staff application on-line at http://soarnc.org/about-soar/employment-opportunities/ or contact Andrea Wackerle, SOAR, PO Box 388, Balsam, NC 28707, (828)456-3435, andrea@soarnc.org

Summer Camp at SOAR

Located: North Carolina, Wyoming and Florida
Position Available: Activity Specialist
Salary Range: $2,250 - $3,250/season
Type: Residential Coed Summer Camp
Contact: andrea@soarnc.org
Website: http://soarnc.org/about-soar/employment-opportunities/

Work with groups of 7-8 students with 2 instructors to facilitate a safe and successful experience during the adventure activity portions of 10 to 26 day courses.
Minimum 21 years of age (some exceptions allowed). Minimum of 2 years college experience, preferable in Recreation Therapy, Outdoor Recreation, Education, or Psychology. WFA and CPR required (WFR preferred for WY & CA). Lifeguard certification required for FL, WY and CA staff.
Strong experience required in technical skills such as rock site facilitation and management, ropes course facilitation, white water rafting, caving, mountain biking, or ocean/water activities (FL & CA only). Patience, energy, enthusiasm, flexibility, maturity, and integrity required. Use of personal vehicle required for NC & WY.
Complete a staff application on-line at http://soarnc.org/about-soar/employment-opportunities/ or contact Laura Pate, SOAR, PO Box 388, Balsam, NC 28707, (828)456-3435, pate-moore@soarnc.org.

Camp Green Cove

Located: Tuxedo, North Carolina
Position Available: Counselor / Outdoor Educator
Salary Range: competitive
Type: Residential Girls' Summer Camp
Contact: greencove@greencove.com
Website: http://www.greencove.com

We are a noncompetitive, non-regimented camp focused on fun, growth and instruction. We need people who enjoy working and living with children and have skills in: backpacking, climbing, mountain biking, whitewater boating, sailing, horseback riding, swimming, environmental education, tennis and arts and crafts.
Everyone who works at Green Cove has three basic responsibilities: Teaching skills and leading trips in an outdoor activity. Working directly with kids as a counselor, advisor, and advocate. And participation and influence as a member of the camp community.
Must be at least 18 years of age. Must have completed at least one year of undergraduate study at a college or university (or equivalent). Should have experience in and be willing to teach one or more of our activities (some training provided).
Salaries are individually determined based on your age, experience and skills. Our salaries compare favorably with most other camps and rise as you prove yourself. All food and lodging is provided. Time off: everyone gets 36 hours per week leave (a day and 2 nights).

Keystone Camp for Girls

Located: Brevard, North Carolina
Position Available: Camp Counselors
Salary Range: $2500+
Type: Residential girls' summer camp
Contact: office@keystonecamp.com
Website: http://www.keystonecamp.com

JOB DESCRIPTION: Counselors are first and foremost role models for our campers by being their cabin counselor as well as activity instructor, teaching one of our 18 traditional camp activities during the 10-week program.
QUALIFICATIONS: Must be at least 19 or finished first year in college; must love being with children; must be energetic, caring, and a great role model for children.
BENEFITS: Competitive salary; room, board, and laundry included; live in a small, family oriented community; play with children in the outdoors all summer!

Keystone Camp for Girls

Located: Brevard, North Carolina
Position Available: Lead Climber
Salary Range: $2750+
Type: Residential girls' summer camp
Contact: office@keystonecamp.com
Website: http://www.keystonecamp.com

JOB DESCRIPTION: Our Lead Climber will be part of our adventure staff, non-cabin staff who assist with our adventure activities. Keystone's Lead Climber will lead, train, and model a safe climbing program with a focus on skill building and enjoyment. She will help organize trips and oversee day-to-day programming at the rock wall.
QUALIFICATIONS: Must be 21 years or older, work well with children, lead/trad climbing skills, will subsidize the WFR and AMGA SPI certifications.
BENEFITS: Competitive salary; room, board, and laundry included; live in a small, family oriented community; play with children in the outdoors all summer!

Keystone Camp for Girls

Located: Brevard, North Carolina
Position Available: Adventure Trip Staff
Salary Range: $2750+
Type: Residential girls' summer camp
Contact: office@keystonecamp.com
Website: http://www.keystonecamp.com

JOB DESCRIPTION: Adventure Trip Staff Counselors will organize and instruct in one or more of our adventure sports and rock climbing, canoeing, and/or hiking and camping; will schedule and lead off-camp trips.
QUALIFICATIONS: Must be at least 19 or finished first year in college; have experience in the outdoors and our advneture sports; must love children; must be motivated, confident, and enthusiastic!
BENEFITS: Competitive salary; room, board, and laundry included; gain more certifications for job; learn about yourself; play in the outdoors all summer!

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