Wilderness Director
Association for Experiential Education, Chestertown, NY, United States
Forest Lake Camp
Seasonal: May - September
Forest Lake Camp is nestled on over 800 private acres in the Adirondack mountains near Lake George, NY. Celebrating our 100th summer in 2026. Oversee the development and execution of FLC’s Wilderness programs. Work with the Summer Camp Director and Executive Director of Summer Camp to build new program options and strengthen existing program elements leading up to the summer. Enthusiastically promote the new program to campers and staff. Manage all program logistics including planning, site reservations, permits, food, transportation needs and all other elements to ensure amazing trips for our campers both on and off property. Work closely with the Program Director and Scheduler in addition to other administrative staff to blend the Wilderness program seamlessly with all other aspects of our FLC program including the offering of new on-camp activity options. Train and manage general counselors who are a part of the Wilderness team to ensure the smooth operation for all trips. Personally lead most but not all off-camp trips. Wilderness First Aid and CPR Certification required, extensive experience with camping, hiking, canoeing and other outdoor activities. Clean driving record, Wilderness First Responder preferred.
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Forest Lake Camp is nestled on over 800 private acres in the Adirondack mountains near Lake George, NY. Celebrating our 100th summer in 2026. Oversee the development and execution of FLC’s Wilderness programs. Work with the Summer Camp Director and Executive Director of Summer Camp to build new program options and strengthen existing program elements leading up to the summer. Enthusiastically promote the new program to campers and staff. Manage all program logistics including planning, site reservations, permits, food, transportation needs and all other elements to ensure amazing trips for our campers both on and off property. Work closely with the Program Director and Scheduler in addition to other administrative staff to blend the Wilderness program seamlessly with all other aspects of our FLC program including the offering of new on-camp activity options. Train and manage general counselors who are a part of the Wilderness team to ensure the smooth operation for all trips. Personally lead most but not all off-camp trips. Wilderness First Aid and CPR Certification required, extensive experience with camping, hiking, canoeing and other outdoor activities. Clean driving record, Wilderness First Responder preferred.
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