Camp Counselor
Four Winds Westward Ho
Deer Harbor, Washington
Looking for Male-Identifying Counselors to Spend a Summer in the San Juans!
Seasonal
Job Starts: Jun 12, 2024
Work at a traditional Summer Camp in the Beautiful San Juan Islands
Four Winds * Westward Ho is an established, traditional summer camp for boys and girls ages 7 to 18 on Orcas Island in Washington State’s San Juan Islands. With over a hundred acres of woods, fields and waterfront, we offer an impressive variety of programs and activities designed to develop skills and confidence through adventure in the out-of-doors.
Beautiful Orcas Island in Northwest Washington State.
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Trip Leader
Four Winds Westward Ho
Deer Harbor, Washington
Spend the summer in the San Juan Islands leading camping trips with kids aged 11-15!
Seasonal
Job Starts: Jun 04, 2024
About Four Winds * Westward Ho
Working at Camp is one of the most important jobs you will ever have. Our campers spend four weeks here at a time discovering who they are, having fun, and forming real connections.. all in a stunning natural environment. They can't do it without you!
Ideal Candidate
You understand the value of unplugging from phones and ipods, and connecting with kids. You know how to roll with the punches, but also know when to step in and lead. You have a sense of humor, and a tremendous work ethic. You are a good person, and you care about children and your community. Whether you are working in the kitchen, or leading trips, or the camp driver, you are dedicated to making a difference in a child's life, and being part of Four Winds.
Room and Board
Lodging ranges from heated dorm-style accommodations to rustic (but awesome) wall tents on wooden platforms with great views.
Lodging, meals, and laundry are included.
Employee Perks
Salary is competitive, and benefits include room, board, and weekly laundry service. We pay bonuses for advanced certifications (WFA, Lifeguard, WSI, WFR, etc), travel stipend, and extra pay if you are able to work for our Junior Session at the end of the summer.
In addition to the job perks, the San Juan Islands are simply an outdoor lover's dream. The island life is idyllic and inspiring. The kayaking, hiking, and beachcombing opportunities are endless.
Getting Here and Getting Around
Four Winds * Westward Ho is located on Orcas Island, which is among the San Juan Islands in the Northwest corner of Washington State. We’re about 2 hours north of Seattle by car, and easily accessible by car, bus, airport shuttle, or seaplane.
Getting Here
By Car: From Seattle, drive Interstate 5 North. About 65 miles North of Seattle, take the highway 20 exit towards Anacortes, exit #230. Follow the signs to the San Juan Ferry.
By Shuttle: There is a shuttle bus that runs from SeaTac Airport and Downtown Seattle a couple of times a day. It will bring you right to the ferry terminal at Anacortes, and you can walk on the ferry. We will pick up staff at the Orcas ferry landing when they arrive.
Getting Around
For transportation, you can bring a bike, car, or nothing at all! Our staff tend to catch rides with fellow staff into town on their days off, if they don't have their own car or utilize the camp shuttle.
For Fun
You'll have 9 or 10 days off during the summer (the middle two are back to back). Days off are 24hrs, spread about a week apart, and typically breakfast to breakfast, which allows you enough time to get around the island and often time to explore a few neighboring islands as well.
Most staff spend time on their days off in the island town of Eastsound. There you'll find a library (with free wifi), cafes, restaurants, shops, a movie theatre, parks, and small art galleries.
The other islands are accessible by ferry (no charge for walk on passengers) and have tons going on. Summer brings markets, festivals, and all kinds of events to the area.
How to Apply
Please complete our online Staff Application via the link below.
In addition to the completed application, we require three recommendations before considering an applicant for an interview. Recommendations are requested automatically via our online application.
