HiKING GUIDE employment
As a Hiking Guide, you will lead guests on scenic, informative, and safe hiking experiences in and around Denali’s front country Alaska’s wild landscapes. You’ll be responsible for guiding both scheduled daily hikes and private, customized hiking trips. Your role includes interpreting natural and cultural history, ensuring guest safety, and delivering top-tier outdoor experiences in all weather conditions.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead daily and private hiking tours, ranging from half-day to full-day trips.
Carry all required gear; bear spray, first aid kit, license, permit.
Educate guests on Alaska’s ecosystems, wildlife, geography, geology, and cultural history.
Monitor and maintain group safety at all times; manage group dynamics and pace.
Conduct pre-hike safety briefings and post-hike debriefs.
Provide exceptional customer service with professionalism and enthusiasm.
Assist with gear checks, transportation logistics, and trailhead coordination.
Monitor weather, wildlife activity, and trail conditions.
Act as an ambassador for Leave No Trace principles and wilderness ethics.
Respond calmly and effectively to minor injuries or emergencies in the field.
Maintain logs of guided hikes, incidents, and guest feedback as required.
Communicate availability clearly to management
Be prepared to lead all scheduled hikes—whether pre-booked or last-minute—on your assigned workdays.
Qualifications:
Previous guiding experience in Alaska, remote terrain.
Knowledge of Alaska flora, fauna, geology, and backcountry travel skills.
Current Wilderness First Aid or WFR (Wilderness First Responder) certification.
CPR/First Aid Certification, Leave No Trace
Ability to lead hikes of varying difficulty (from easy walks to strenuous climbs).
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Clean driving record; valid driver’s license (preferred).
Ability to work in remote areas with minimal supervision.
Comfortable hiking in variable terrain and weather (rain, wind, snow, bugs).
Preferred Qualifications:
Naturalist or interpretive training.
Experience driving vans/shuttles with guests.
Multi-day backpacking or expedition experience.Bear safety knowledge and training (use of bear spray, etc.).
Expectations
Ability to adapt to changes in scheduled hikes
Flexibility is essential. Routes, group sizes, and guest needs may shift with little notice, and guides are expected to adjust calmly and professionally.Ability to work all hikes on specific scheduled days unless otherwise communicated with management
Guides are expected to be available for any hikes assigned on their scheduled workdays, whether pre-booked or added last-minute. Advance communication is required for any exceptions.Maintain a high level of guest service and safety on every hike
Prioritize guest experience and safety at all times. Engage with guests positively, provide informative and enjoyable interpretation, and adhere to all safety protocols and wilderness guidelines.Proper care and management of gear, trail supplies, and company equipment
Ensure all equipment used on hikes is accounted for, properly packed, maintained, and returned. Report any damaged or missing gear to management promptly.
Compensation:
Competitive hourly or daily rate (based on experience).
Shared guide housing (if available).Tips, gear discounts, and possible end-of-season bonus.
Opportunity to work in one of the most beautiful regions in the world.