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Camp Ridgecrest

Located: Ridgecrest, North Carolina

Position Available: Counselor

Salary Range: $210-220/week + room and board

Type: Residential boys' summer camp

Contact: rscamps@ridgecrestcamps.com

Website: www.ridgecrestcamps.com

  • Located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina is Camp Ridgecrest for Boys. This incredible summer camp offers unique experiences just 20 minutes east of Asheville, North Carolina. The camp staff are passionate about helping campers grow the whole self: physically, mentally, socially, and spiritually.
  • Opportunities for paid ministry are available in many different areas. The greatest need is for camp counselors. The role of a counselor is rooted in service, loving kids unconditionally, and sharing Christ in daily life.
  • Activities include Soccer, Basketball, Baseball, Football, Weight Lifting, Archery, Riflery, Crafts, Rocketry, Outdoor Living, Bible Study, Horseback, Guitar, and more. We have additional positions for activity directors, junior counselors, adventure staff, laundry staff, office staff, photojournalists, drivers, and food service staff.
  • Base counselor salaries begin at $205/week plus food and lodging. Counselors live in cabins with campers and receive 2.5 days off per two-week session. Internship opportunities are available. Employment runs early June through mid-August. Counselors must be 18 and finished with their freshman year of college.

Camp Ridgecrest

Located: Ridgecrest, North Carolina

Position Available: Junior Counselor

Salary Range: $150/week + room and board

Type: Residential boys' summer camp

Contact: rscamps@ridgecrestcamps.com

Website: www.ridgecrestcamps.com

  • Located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina is Camp Ridgecrest for Boys. This incredible summer camp offers unique experiences just 20 minutes east of Asheville, North Carolina. The camp staff are passionate about helping campers grow the whole self: physically, mentally, socially, and spiritually.
  • Opportunities for paid ministry are available in many different areas. We have a strong need for excellent Junior Counselors who are excited about learning and responsibility. The role of a Junior Counselor is rooted in service, loving kids unconditionally, and sharing Christ in daily life.
  • Activities include Soccer, Basketball, Baseball, Football, Weight Lifting, Archery, Riflery, Crafts, Rocketry, Outdoor Living, Bible Study, Horseback, Guitar, and more. We have additional positions for activity directors, counselors, adventure staff, laundry staff, office staff, photojournalists, drivers, and food service staff.
  • Base JC salaries begin at $145/week plus food and lodging. Junior Counselors live in cabins with campers and receive 2.5 days off per two-week session. Employment runs from early June to mid-August. JC's must be 18 and finished with their senior year of high school.

Camp Crestridge

Located: Ridgecrest, North Carolina

Position Available: Counselor

Salary Range: 210-220/week + room and board

Type: Residential girls' summer camp

Contact: rscamps@ridgecrestcamps.com

Website: www.ridgecrestcamps.com

  • Located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina is Camp Crestridge for Girls. This incredible summer camp offers unique experiences just 20 minutes east of Asheville, North Carolina. The camp staff are passionate about helping campers grow the whole self: physically, mentally, socially, and spiritually.
  • Opportunities for paid ministry are available in many different areas. The greatest need is for camp counselors. The role of a counselor is rooted in service, loving kids unconditionally, and sharing Christ in daily life.
  • Activities include Soccer, Basketball, Softball, Gymnastics, Drama, Archery, Riflery, Crafts, Singing, Outdoor Living, Bible Study, Horseback, Guitar, and more. We have additional positions for activity directors, junior counselors, adventure staff, laundry staff, office staff, photojournalists, drivers, and food service staff.
  • Base counselor salaries begin at $205/week plus food and lodging. Counselors live in cabins with campers and receive 2.5 days off per two-week session. Internship opportunities are available. Employment runs early June through mid-August. Counselors must be 18 and finished with their freshman year of college.

Camp Crestridge

Located: Ridgecrest, North Carolina

Position Available: Junior Counselor

Salary Range: $150/week + room and board

Type: Residential girls' summer camp

Contact: rscamps@ridgecrestcamps.com

Website: www.ridgecrestcamps.com

  • Located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina is Camp Crestridge for Girls. This incredible summer camp offers unique experiences just 20 minutes east of Asheville, North Carolina. The camp staff are passionate about helping campers grow the whole self: physically, mentally, socially, and spiritually.
  • Opportunities for paid ministry are available in many different areas. We have a strong need for excellent Junior Counselors who are excited about learning and responsibility. The role of a Junior Counselor is rooted in service, loving kids unconditionally, and sharing Christ in daily life.
  • Activities include Soccer, Basketball, Softball, Gymnastics, Drama, Archery, Riflery, Crafts, Singing, Outdoor Living, Bible Study, Horseback, Guitar, and more. We have additional positions for activity directors, counselors, adventure staff, laundry staff, office staff, photojournalists, drivers, and food service staff.
  • Base "Jet" salaries begin at $145/week plus food and lodging. Jets live in cabins with campers and receive 2.5 days off per two-week session. Employment runs early June through mid-August. Jets must be 18 and finished with their senior year of high school.

Camp High Rocks

Located: Cedar Mountain, North Carolina

Position Available: Activity Instructor/Cabin Counselor

Salary Range: $250 to 420 per week

Type: Residential boys' summer camp

Contact: staffinfo@highrocks.com

Website: www.highrocks.com

  • Camp High Rocks sits at an elevation of 3000 feet in the midst of 1100 acres of camp-owned mountain woodland, with an 11 acre lake, and miles of hiking and biking trails. Founded in 1958, High Rocks remains dedicated to providing a caring, challenging, and noncompetitive outdoor experience for boys.
  • Each counselor shares in various responsibilities: being aware of camper safety, organizing activities in camp and on trips out of camp, teaching specific skills, and supporting the campers' growth. Male counselors live in a cabin with 5 or 6 boys, ages 8-16.
  • Activities include: English Hunt Seat Riding, Swimming, Sailing, Riflery/Archery, Crafts, Tennis, Athletics, High Ropes Course, Pottery, Soccer, Rock Climbing, Mountain Biking, Canoeing/Kayaking, Hiking/Backpacking, Caving, Fishing
  • Applicants must have completed first year of college or equivalent. Summer Dates from June 1 through August 13. Benefits include room, board, and free laundry facilities; staff computers with high speed and wireless internet access; extensive professional discounts; training courses available in late May; internships available.

Camp Illahee

Located: Brevard, North Carolina

Position Available: Activity Specialists

Salary Range: $2000-3500

Type: Residential girls' summer camp

Contact: gretchen@campillahee.com

Website: www.campillahee.com

  • JOB DESCRIPTION: Come make a difference this summer! We are looking for fun, caring, responsible adults who are excited to share knowledge of their field with our campers. Positions currently available for High Ropes facilitator, Climbing instructors, Ceramics director and Horseback riding staff.
  • PROGRAM INFORMATION: Our 3:1 camper-to-staff ratio ensures quality programs including: trips (kayaking and climbing), waterfront (lifeguard and or WSI certification a plus), horseback riding, studio arts (arts and crafts, weaving, woodworking, ceramics, watercolor) and more!
  • BENEFITS: Room, board, and laundry included; excellent training opportunities; competitive salary range including add-ons for experience and certifications.

Camp Merri-Mac

Located: Black Mountain, North Carolina

Position Available: Riding Instructor

Salary Range: Competetive

Type: Residential girls' summer camp

Contact: mail@merri-mac.com

Website: www.merri-mac.com

  • Competetive Salary
  • Great Work Environment
  • Teach riding

Falling Creek Camp

Located: Tuxedo, North Carolina

Position Available: Activity & Cabin Counselors

Salary Range: $2500 - 3300 for 11 week season

Type: Residential boys' summer camp

Contact: mail@fallingcreek.com

Website: www.fallingcreek.com

  • Falling Creek is a high adventure traditional summer camp in the western North Carolina mountains.
  • Falling Creek is looking for energetic, creative and friendly people who want to work with children in a fun and exciting environment. There are a wide range of activities from soccer, swimming, archery, riflery, horseback riding, tennis, nature, and sailing, to canoeing, mountain biking, rock climbing and backpacking.
  • Employment is from Late May to mid-August. Staff will be on a weekly salary. Room and board, laundry, and Internet access provided. Staff training in WFA/CPR, lifeguarding, etc. Internships and college credit possible. Must be at least 19 years of age and have completed a year or more of college.

Camp Kateri

Located: Orange Springs, Florida

Position Available: Unit Leader

Salary Range: $225- $275/ week

Type: Residential girls' summer camp

Contact: info@girlscouts-gateway.org

Website: www.girlscouts-gateway.org

  • Come out for a fun filled, action packed 7 week summer camp! Reach out and change a life as we build girls of courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place. Unit Leaders must be 21 years of age and have current CPR and First Aid certifications.
  • Activities include: Archery, Arts and Crafts, Canoeing, Kayaking, Hiking, Horse Back Riding, Fishing, Ecology, Swimming and Sailing!
  • Room, board, laundry facilities and meals provided. Staff training the week before camp starts.

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: 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).

Camp Cheerio YMCA

Located: High Point, North Carolina

Position Available: Climbing, Equestrian, and Aquatics Directors

Salary Range: $185 and up depending on experience

Type: Residential camp with separate girls' and coed sessions

Contact: director@campcheerio.org

Website: www.campcheerio.org

  • Beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina and Virginia!
  • Free Room/Board and Laundry, too!
  • Looking for dedicated and enthusiastic staff to make a positive difference in the life of a child.

Camp Arrowhead for Boys

Located: Tuxedo, North Carolina

Position Available: Summer Horseback Director

Salary Range: competitive pay- dep upon exp

Type: Residential Summer Camp for Boys

Contact: info@camparrowhead.org

Website: www.camparrowhead.org

  • Main duties include managing a barn of 12-14 horses, 1 assistant and 10 crazy boys wanting to ride horses each activity period. Horse medical care experience is a plus.
  • Must be creative, flexible, and able to leap tall buildings in a single jump. Prior horseback management experience is necessary. Must be willing to serve with your heart and take on new challenges daily.
  • Benefits include: Weekly Salary, Lodging, MealsPro deals, a great tan, 100+ new friends. Ability to board your personal horse.

Camp Skyline Ranch

Located: Mentone, Alabama

Position Available: Senior Counselor

Salary Range: Starting at $1650 for summer

Type: Residential girls' summer camp

Contact: info@campskyline.com

Website: www.campskyline.com

  • Looking for strong Christian leaders to serve as cabin counselors as well as activity instructors.
  • Seeking counselors of college age to work anywhere from 4-8 weeks during the summer.
  • Activities include ropes course, circus, horseback riding, tennis, climbing tower, swimming, canoeing, dance, gymnastics, sports, archery, mountain biking and more!

Camp Ton-A-Wandah

Located: Hendersonville, North Carolina

Position Available: Cabin Counselor/Activity Instructor

Salary Range: $200 - $275

Type: Residential girls' summer camp

Contact: info@camptonawandah.com

Website: www.camptonawandah.com

  • Waterfront Instructor - Certified Lifeguard/WSI and/or ACA Canoe & Kayak
  • Rock Climbing/Ropes Course Instructor
  • Horseback Riding Instructor - Hunt Seat Equitation

Easter Seals Camp ASCCA

Located: Jacksons Gap, Alabama

Position Available: Program Specialist

Salary Range: $800-1000/month

Type: Residential coed special needs camp

Contact: matt@campascca.org

Website: www.campascca.org

  • Responsible for planning and implementing activities
  • Aquatics, adventure, horseback, riflery/archery, fishing, nature studies, environmental education, arts & crafts, music therapy, etc.
  • Assist counselors at meals and in cabins

Horse and Nature Camp at Forever Florida

Located: St. Cloud, Florida

Position Available: Equine Staff

Salary Range: $1925-2475

Type: Residential coed summer camp

Contact: campmail@floridaecosafaris.com

Website: www.campillahaw.com

  • Conduct horsemanship activites including trailrides, arena activities, and general horse care.
  • Full room and board including off weeks and training week.
  • Possiblity of becoming a full time employment position.

Camp Dovewood

Located: O'Brien, Florida

Position Available: Horseback Riding Instructor

Salary Range: $1800 for 6 weeks, June-July

Type: Residential girls' summer camp

Contact: campdovewood@windstream.net

Website: www.campdovewood.org

  • Trail rides
  • Riding instructor will teach English and Western riding classes at Camp Dovewood, an all girl Christian camp for girls ages 7-14 in North Florida.

Camp Dixie

Located: Clayton, Georgia

Position Available: Counselor - Girls

Salary Range: depending on experience

Type: Residential coed summer camp

Contact: info@campdixie.org

Website: www.campdixie.org

  • Supervise a cabin of 4-6 kids
  • Instruct traditional camp activities including: archery, riflery, canoeing, swimming, horseback riding, tennis, trampoline, arts and crafts, campcrafts, and drama.
  • Season begins in June and ends in August.

Camp Dixie

Located: Clayton, Georgia

Position Available: Counselor - Boys

Salary Range: depending on experience

Type: Residential coed summer camp

Contact: info@campdixie.org

Website: www.campdixie.org

  • Supervise a cabin of 4-6 kids
  • Instruct traditional camp activities including: archery, riflery, canoeing, swimming, horseback riding, tennis, trampoline, arts and crafts, campcrafts, and drama.
  • Season begins in June and ends in August.

YMCA Camp McConnell

Located: Micanopy, Florida

Position Available: Senior Staff

Salary Range: $250/week + room & board

Type: Residential Coed Camp

Contact: ymcacamp@bellsouth.net

Website: www.ymcasummercamp.com

  • Horseback Director
  • Program Director
  • Leader in Training Director

Valley View Ranch Equestrian Camp

Located: Cloudland (atop Lookout Mountain), Georgia

Position Available: Riding Instructor

Salary Range: $200-350 per week

Type: Residential girls' equestrian camp

Contact: info@valleyviewranch.com

Website: www.valleyviewranch.com

  • Need English instructors for 10 week summer equestrian camp for girls.
  • Need Western / Barrels instructor also. Live in cabin with 5-7 girls.
  • Room & board, staff training included, must be 18 or older.

Camp Juliette Low

Located: Located atop Lookout Mountain near Cloudland, Georgia

Position Available: Program Staff

Salary Range: $1200-1500

Type: Residential girls' summer camp

Contact: info@cjl.org

Website: www.cjl.org

  • Great positions available working with programs such as horseback, pool, lake, crafts, Project Adventure.
  • Preferably age 21 with certifications or good experience - 8-week program
  • Salary includes room and board and could possibly be increased depending on certifications and experience.