Wilderness Canoe & Program Coordinator

Wilderness Canoe and Adventure Program Coordinator

Wilderness Canoe & Adventure Program Coordinator

Echo Pond Environmental Education Centre is a unique hub for environmental education and outdoor adventure in the heart of the Avalon Peninsula’s boreal forest (Newfoundland and Labrador). Our mission is to inspire sustainable living and ecological awareness through innovative summer camps, school programs, and hands‑on outdoor learning experiences.

Echo Pond Environmental Education Centre, 1 Tower Rd, Newfoundland and Labrador, A0B 1G0

This is a dynamic, multi‑phase position for an outdoor enthusiast with a passion for environmental education and wilderness adventure. You will work closely with our facilities manager, senior camp staff, executive director, and volunteers to launch our new guided wilderness canoe program and support both summer camps. Even if you don’t meet every single qualification, if you believe you’d be a great fit, please apply!

• Wilderness Canoe Program Planning: July – August, potential for growth into the fall (part‑time; $20/hr)
• Summer Camp Adventure Support: July–August (full‑time; $17/hr)

• Wilderness Canoe Program Planning (July-August+ ) :
  • Design and pilot a new wilderness canoe program for small groups.
  • Map safe, engaging routes and portage trails.
  • Research, order, and organize gear and supplies.
  • Develop comprehensive risk management and safety plans.
  • Lead pilot trips in July and August to refine the program.
  • Potential for more work in the fall.
• Summer Camp Adventure Support and Camp Counselor (July–August):
  • Lead overnight canoe out trips and other outdoor adventures with campers (ages 7–16).
  • Instruct wilderness skills such as shelter building, outdoor cooking, and whittling.
  • Work alongside our camp staff to provide a memorable camp experience.

• Outdoor Expertise: Experience in canoeing, backcountry navigation, route mapping, and portaging.
• Wilderness
  
  Skills:
  
  Practical skills in shelter building, outdoor cooking, whittling, etc., are a plus.
• Certifications:
  • First Aid and CPR (required)
  • Wilderness First Aid (or willingness to be trained) – asset
  • Paddle Canada Certification – asset
  • Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector check (required)
• Program Development: Prior experience in designing and leading outdoor adventure or educational programs is highly desirable.
• Organizational & Interpersonal
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong planning, research, and communication skills; ability to work effectively with youth and diverse teams.
• Adaptability: Self‑motivated and comfortable working in both remote outdoor environments and in team settings.

• A collaborative, mission‑driven role with opportunities to shape and pilot innovative outdoor programs.
• Flexible work arrangements (with remote planning options) and comprehensive onsite support (accommodations, meals, transportation).
• Competitive pay: $20/hr for wilderness canoe and summer camp work; $17/hr for camp work.
• Professional growth in wilderness leadership, outdoor education, and program development.
• We welcome candidates from all backgrounds—even if you don’t meet every qualification, we’d love to hear from you!

Please send your resume and cover letter to  Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis—apply early! Only people who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

Echo Pond Summer Camp is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for both campers and staff. Our motto is ‘to support both ecological and human diversity’. We welcome applications from LGBTQ2+ identifying people, people of all genders, as well as people from all ethnic, cultural, and religious backgrounds.