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Currently recruiting for the season that runs from May 6th, 2024 to September 1st, 2024.

    Whitewater Raft Guide

    Whitewater Raft Guide

    $30.00 - $40.00 / year + tips
    Hartford

    Looking for a fun outdoors, challenging, and extremely rewarding summer job? Spend your summer working as a whitewater raft guide in the mountains of beautiful East Tennessee. Located just outside the Smoky Mountain National Park, we offer riverside housing, free training, and with ample off time. 

How to Apply

If you are interested in attending one of our guide schools, please fill out an application. Guide applications can be found at bottom of our employment page. 

After completing your application, you will be emailed an informative PDF. Please read it to be more informed and ready for your phone interview. Eligible applicants will be contacted with an interview phone call. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, please list the best times you are available for a phone interview. Note: We try to call you as quickly as possible to stay ahead of the daily incoming applications. Thanks! 

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