- Wages/Pay
- $80.00 - $210.00 / day + tips
- Experience Level
- No experience required
- Job Start Date
- May 15, 2026
As our Lead Kayak Guide, you won’t just be paddling; you’ll be the architect of adventure, guiding guests through breathtaking landscapes while mentoring a passionate team of guides. This role is perfect for a seasoned explorer who thrives on high-level safety coordination, expert navigation, and the art of storytelling under the open sky. If you have a deep respect for the marine environment and the leadership grit to manage logistics in the wild, we offer the ultimate "office" view and a community that lives for the next tide.
Lead Guide Requirements:
Have current First Aid and CPR certification.
Perform all aspects of kayak rescue techniques.
Ready to hike up to six miles a day.
Lift and move up to 65lbs.
Demonstrate positive and patient communication skills with the public.
Understand the daily tidal fluctuations and weather of Kachemak Bay.
Identify the common animals and birds of Kachemak Bay.
Familiar with the First People of Kachemak Bay.
Understand Global Climate Change (GCC), specific to Kachemak Bay.
Assist with all aspects of tour coordination as needed.
Have a personal cell phone capable of operating Google Calendar, submitting an electronic timecard, and have the Fare Harbor App.
Have a personal kayak rescue PFD, first aid kit, multi-tool, bivy sack and extra clothes for clients for emergencies.
How to Apply
Please email your resume to info@kachemakbayadventures.com
Contact Info
- Ella Parks
- info@kachemakbayadventures.com
- (907) 299-6877
- www.kachemakbayadventures.com
Kachemak Bay Adventures
Kachemak Bay Adventures is a locally owned and operated business by the Parks family, Alan, Ella and Hoxie. We offer a range of kayak and hiking tours throughout Kachemak Bay State Park and focus on marine mammals, intertidal zone life and the first peoples history of the bay.
- Location
- Alaska
- Season
- Summer
- Staff size
- 6
- Housing
- Whether included in the compensation package or provided at a cost, housing is provided for staff.
- Housing details
- House 5 miles from the Homer spit where our office and harbor is located.
- Family housing available
- Yes
- Single occupancy housing available
- No
- Pet friendly
- No
- Meals
- None
- Cell phone service
- Yes, most carriers
- Internet access
- None
