Camp Nor'wester

Current Job dates:

Currently recruiting for the season that runs from June 5th, 2025 to August 21st, 2025.

Department Staff
Ropes Instructor (Challenge Course/Climbing)
$4,343.00 - $4,943.00 / season
San Juan Islands
Ropes Instructors at Camp Nor’wester are part of a 5-6 person team that leads campers through high and low ropes elements, climbing wall sessions, and team-building games designed to build confidence, cooperation, and a strong sense of community. Working primarily outdoors, you'll help kids take on challenges, support one another, and reflect on their growth. This is a hands-on, active role that blends technical skills with creativity, as you adapt activities for different age groups and collaborate with other staff to shape meaningful camper experiences. You'll also live in a camper unit, share in daily camp life, and lead overnight trips that add even more adventure to the summer. If you have experience with belaying, climbing, or ropes courses and love working with kids in a supportive, rustic environment, this could be the summer job for you.
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Support Staff
Kitchen Team
$4,342.00 / season
San Juan Islands
The Kitchen Team at Camp Nor'wester is a dynamic group of 10 staff, led by the Kitchen Manager and Head Cook, responsible for preparing three meals a day for approximately 275 people. Team members rotate through various tasks including dishwashing, food preparation, serving food, and pot washing, requiring strong teamwork and schedule management skills.
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