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Posted: Apr 15, 2026

Mountaineering Instructor

Camp Merrie-Woode

Sapphire, North Carolina

Wages/Pay
$3,500.00 - $6,500.00 / season
Experience Level
Some experience required
Job Start Date
Job Starts: May 19, 2026

Camp Merrie-Woode is a residential summer camp for girls in Sapphire, North Carolina. Merrie-Woode offers a wide range of traditional and outdoor activities, with a focus on community and simplified living. Mountaineering Staff at Merrie-Woode live in staff-only housing, and lead Climbing, Hiking, Backpacking, and Caving trips throughout the summer. Mountaineering counselors bring enthusiasm, knowledge, and encouragement to campers trying new things and getting out of their comfort zones. 

Dates:

  • WAFA Training: 5/15-5/19

  • Pre-Orientation: 5/20-5/25 

  • Full Orientation: 5/26-5/31

  • June Session: 6/1-6/21

  • Main Session: 6/23-7/27

  • August Session: 7/29-8/8

Benefits:

  • Room and board

  • Laundry 

  • Weekly time-off

  • Incentive and certification bonuses

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Camp Merrie-Woode

Merrie-Woode is a traditional wilderness summer camp devoted to nurturing the physical, intellectual and spiritual growth of girls and young women in a beautiful, natural setting. The values of simplified living, warm personal relationships and a love of nature bind our large community of campers, staff and alumnae. We are looking to hire for our Adventure Programming and cabin staff positions

Location
North Carolina
Season
Summer
Staff size
90-120
Housing
Whether included in the compensation package or provided at a cost, housing is provided for staff.
Housing details
We offer dorm style housing for Mountaineering and River Staff, and will compensate you seperately if you're interested in commuting and live in surrounding areas.
Family housing available
No
Single occupancy housing available
Yes
Pet friendly
No
Meals
Provided
Cell phone service
Some, ask for details
Internet access
Good
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