Washington Expedition Camps Compensation

Starting Rates

Please note that compensation for 2024 will be updated by December, 2023.

Our expedition programs meet campers each Sunday and return on Fridays. Groups will spend their week camping in various locations like Olympic National Park and North Cascades National Park.

Pay for Expedition Guides is based on three levels that are defined by field experience. Your trip leading experience and medical certifications correlates to the pay level you start at and you can advance in the levels by leading more expeditions. Staff have the opportunity to move to the next level at the start of each season; transitions do not occur mid- season.

Starting weekly rates for field positions

Level 1 Guides

$557/week

Level 2 Guides

$640/week

Level 3 Guides & Group Supervisors

$737/week

Assistant Director of Program Coordination

$855/week

Camp Director

$1,000/week

 

# of Trips Led Professionally*

Required Medical Certifcation

Level 1 Guides

0-3

WFA & CPR

Level 2 Guides & Specialists

4+

WFR & CPR

Level 3 Guides**

8+

WFR & CPR

*Trips are defined as at least 3 days long, led in a professional setting

**Must be an Avid4 returning staff and obtain a recommendation from an Expedition Manager.

* meals are provided during program days

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Staff Perks

  • Affordable medical insurance plans available for our seasonal staff
  • Industry pro deals for gear discounts to keep your adventures going all year with top companies like Outdoor Research, Smartwool, Big Agnes, Kelty, Scarpa, La Sportiva, Yakima, Chacos, Smith, etc .
  • Public transportation reimbursement to/from work
  • Referral program! Refer your friends and you can win airline tickets and cool gear
  • Free access to our gear (bikes, SUPs, kayaks) during non-camp hours
  • Professional development opportunities throughout the summer
  • Affinity groups to support our LGBTQA+ and BIPOC communities.
  • Camp discounts for your family