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Posted: Apr 28, 2026

Lead Canyoneering Guide

All Ways Adventure

Kanab, Utah

Wages/Pay
$15.50 - $20.50 / hour + tips
Experience Level
Some experience required
Job Start Date
May 15, 2026

About Us

We are a Kanab-based guide service specializing in private canyoneering trips. Our passion is creating safe, empowering adventures for families and beginners. We believe the greatest adventure is one where guests feel secure, confident, and deeply connected to the landscape. We don't just guide guests through canyons; we teach how to move through them, turning an outing into a genuine skill-building experience.

The Role

We are looking for a Guide who is an exceptional instructor, an engaging storyteller, and a safety expert. While managing risk is your primary duty, your most vital role is curating the entire guest experience. You'll be the patient, encouraging leader for families, often including children or nervous first-timers, as you navigate Southern Utah’s world-class slot canyons.

This is a seasonal W-2 payroll position with a starting wage of $15.50 - $20.50/hr, DOE. We have a strong preference for guides who are interested in a long-term career in guiding.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Guiding: Leading private half-day and full-day canyoneering tours (rappelling, hiking, scrambling) in the Kanab / Greater East Zion area.

  • Teaching: Patiently explaining gear, knots, and rappelling techniques to guests who have never worn a harness before.

  • Risk Management: Making conservative safety decisions that prioritize the well-being of children and novice clients.

  • Facilitating: Helping apprehensive guests overcome fear with encouragement and empathy (not pressure).

Job Requirements

  • 25+ years old.

  • Availability to work May - October.

  • High School diploma or equivalent.

  • Current WFR and CPR certification, or willingness to get one.

  • Valid Driver’s License and clean driving record.

  • Ability to self-manage and adapt to changing circumstances.

Preferred

  • Personable: You are great with kids. You know how to make a 10-year-old feel like a superhero and a nervous parent feel secure.

  • Patience: You are an exceptional instructor.

  • Technical Knowledge: Previous experience with technical canyoneering and familiarity with rope systems, anchors, and rescue skills.

  • Local Knowledge: A passion for the geology, history, and ecology of the Kanab/Grand Staircase region.

Benefits & Why Work With Us

  • Control of your days off.

  • Live and work in the heart of the Grand Staircase, close to Zion, Vermilion Cliffs, Grand Canyon, Lake Powell, Bryce Canyon.

  • Opportunities for growth and leadership within the company, including complimentary guided tours.

  • Steep industry discounts with many major outdoor brands.

Please submit your resume and cover letter to info@allwaysadventure.com Subject: Guide Position

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Please submit your resume and cover letter to info@allwaysadventure.com Subject: Guide Position

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Contact Info

All Ways Adventure

All Ways Adventure is a small, dedicated team of 6 passionate outdoor professionals based in Kanab, Utah. We specialize in providing unforgettable, high-quality experiences for travelers exploring the stunning landscapes of the Southwest. Joining our team means becoming part of a close-knit family where your hard work directly impacts our guests' adventures and our company's growth.

Location
Utah
Season
Summer
Staff size
6
Housing
Whether included in the compensation package or provided at a cost, housing is provided for staff.
Housing details
Multiple housing options exist. We have full hook up RV space, off-grid van-life spaces, optional furnished and unfurnished rooms, and single bedroom apartments available. We also offer resources for other options in the area.
Family housing available
Yes
Single occupancy housing available
Yes
Pet friendly
Yes
Meals
None
Cell phone service
None
Internet access
Good
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