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      "id": "learn_r1683_job_discovery_outdoors_guiding_and_recreation_angle_marketplaces_bls_ohn_recreation_worker",
      "category": "Getting Started",
      "title": "Recreation Worker: job_overview",
      "summary": "Recreation workers lead leisure activities in parks, camps, and recreation centers with median pay $15.46/hour as of 2025.",
      "body": "Recreation workers lead leisure activities in parks, camps, and recreation centers with median pay $15.46/hour as of 2025.\n\nWhat O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor actually says:\n\n“Median wages (2025) $15.46 hourly, $32,150 annual; Employment (2025) 408,400 employees; Projected growth (2025-2035) Average (3% to 4%); Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed”\n\nNote: O*NET SOC code 39-3091.00; sample size is national employment data from BLS 2025 wage survey",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/39-3091.00",
      "last_verified": "2026-10-06",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor",
      "evidence_quote": "Median wages (2025) $15.46 hourly, $32,150 annual; Employment (2025) 408,400 employees; Projected growth (2025-2035) Average (3% to 4%); Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed",
      "volatility": "low",
      "from_batch": "1683-job-discovery-outdoors-guiding-and-recreation-angle-marketplaces",
      "subject": "Recreation Worker",
      "topic": "job_overview",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "National US data",
      "job": {
        "job_name": "Recreation Worker",
        "category": "Outdoors, seasonal and physical work",
        "what_it_is": "Lead leisure activities such as sports, arts, and outdoor recreation in parks, camps, and community centers",
        "startup_cost": "None specified",
        "skill_level": "Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed",
        "typical_pay_range": "$15.46 hourly / $32,150 annual",
        "pay_unit": "hourly and annual",
        "where_to_find_work": "BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook, O*NET, CoolWorks, Backdoorjobs",
        "adjacent_jobs": "Camp Counselor, Park Aide, Activity Specialist"
      },
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "any",
        "region": [
          "us"
        ],
        "platform": "any",
        "topic": [
          "money.payout",
          "craft.posting"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r1683_job_discovery_outdoors_guiding_and_recreation_angle_marketplaces_ncoae_field_instructor",
      "category": "Getting Started",
      "title": "Outdoor Field Instructor (NCOAE): job_overview",
      "summary": "NCOAE Field Instructors lead multi-day outdoor education courses and earn $80-$140/day starting pay.",
      "body": "NCOAE Field Instructors lead multi-day outdoor education courses and earn $80-$140/day starting pay.\n\nWhat Backdoorjobs.com (employer: NCOAE) actually says:\n\n“Starting pay ranges from $80-$140/day (DOE) with opportunities for advancement. Perks include staff housing, food pantry, travel reimbursements, and industry discounts.”\n\nNote: Seasonal positions April-October; WFA/WFR certification required; NCOAE Instructor Course mandatory at no cost",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://www.backdoorjobs.com/ncoae.html",
      "last_verified": "2026-10-06",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Backdoorjobs.com (employer: NCOAE)",
      "evidence_quote": "Starting pay ranges from $80-$140/day (DOE) with opportunities for advancement. Perks include staff housing, food pantry, travel reimbursements, and industry discounts.",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "1683-job-discovery-outdoors-guiding-and-recreation-angle-marketplaces",
      "subject": "Outdoor Field Instructor (NCOAE)",
      "topic": "job_overview",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "US-based; courses in NC, Pacific Northwest, Alaska, Ecuador",
      "job": {
        "job_name": "Outdoor Field Instructor",
        "category": "Outdoors, seasonal and physical work",
        "what_it_is": "Lead multi-day outdoor education courses in wilderness settings including backpacking, kayaking, rock climbing",
        "startup_cost": "WFA/WFR certification required; NCOAE Instructor Course (14 days, no cost)",
        "skill_level": "Experienced; 3+ years preferred",
        "typical_pay_range": "$80-$140/day DOE",
        "pay_unit": "daily",
        "where_to_find_work": "Backdoorjobs.com, NCOAE.org/careers",
        "adjacent_jobs": "Raft Guide, Field Instructor, Outdoor Educator"
      },
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        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "running",
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          "us"
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        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r1683_job_discovery_outdoors_guiding_and_recreation_angle_marketplaces_ncoae_raft_guide",
      "category": "Getting Started",
      "title": "Whitewater Raft Guide (NCOAE): job_overview",
      "summary": "NCOAE hires whitewater raft guides for the Deschutes River season with pay starting $80-$140/day.",
      "body": "NCOAE hires whitewater raft guides for the Deschutes River season with pay starting $80-$140/day.\n\nWhat Backdoorjobs.com (employer: NCOAE) actually says:\n\n“Seeking experienced AND first year Whitewater Rafting Guides for the 2027 rafting season on the Deschutes River in Oregon; Starting pay ranges from $80-$140/day (DOE)”\n\nNote: 2027 season; current WFA, Swiftwater Rescue, prior rafting experience required",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://www.backdoorjobs.com/ncoae.html",
      "last_verified": "2026-10-06",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Backdoorjobs.com (employer: NCOAE)",
      "evidence_quote": "Seeking experienced AND first year Whitewater Rafting Guides for the 2027 rafting season on the Deschutes River in Oregon; Starting pay ranges from $80-$140/day (DOE)",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "1683-job-discovery-outdoors-guiding-and-recreation-angle-marketplaces",
      "subject": "Whitewater Raft Guide (NCOAE)",
      "topic": "job_overview",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "US-based; Deschutes River, Oregon",
      "job": {
        "job_name": "Whitewater Raft Guide",
        "category": "Outdoors, seasonal and physical work",
        "what_it_is": "Guide whitewater rafting trips on class III-IV rivers including the Deschutes River in Oregon",
        "startup_cost": "WFA/WFR certification, Swiftwater Rescue certification, prior rafting experience on class III-IV rivers",
        "skill_level": "Experienced; first-year guides accepted with training",
        "typical_pay_range": "$80-$140/day DOE",
        "pay_unit": "daily",
        "where_to_find_work": "Backdoorjobs.com, NCOAE.org/careers",
        "adjacent_jobs": "Field Instructor, Raft Guide, Outdoor Educator"
      },
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        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "running",
        "region": [
          "us"
        ],
        "platform": "backdoorjobs",
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        "explicitness": "any"
      }
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    {
      "id": "learn_r1683_job_discovery_outdoors_guiding_and_recreation_angle_marketplaces_wilderness_inquiry_outdoor_leader",
      "category": "Getting Started",
      "title": "Outdoor Leader (Wilderness Inquiry): job_overview",
      "summary": "Wilderness Inquiry hires Outdoor Leaders for accessible outdoor adventures at $19-$24/hour day programs and $182-$232/day overnights.",
      "body": "Wilderness Inquiry hires Outdoor Leaders for accessible outdoor adventures at $19-$24/hour day programs and $182-$232/day overnights.\n\nWhat Backdoorjobs.com (employer: Wilderness Inquiry) actually says:\n\n“Compensation ranges from $19-$24/hour for day programs and $182-$232/day for overnights/extended tours. Staff housing, meals on extended trips, and professional service stipends are also provided.”\n\nNote: Seasonal May-October; inclusive/accessible outdoor programs",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://www.backdoorjobs.com/wildernessinquiry.html",
      "last_verified": "2026-10-06",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Backdoorjobs.com (employer: Wilderness Inquiry)",
      "evidence_quote": "Compensation ranges from $19-$24/hour for day programs and $182-$232/day for overnights/extended tours. Staff housing, meals on extended trips, and professional service stipends are also provided.",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "1683-job-discovery-outdoors-guiding-and-recreation-angle-marketplaces",
      "subject": "Outdoor Leader (Wilderness Inquiry)",
      "topic": "job_overview",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "US-based; Minnesota/Wisconsin and national parks",
      "job": {
        "job_name": "Outdoor Leader",
        "category": "Outdoors, seasonal and physical work",
        "what_it_is": "Lead outdoor adventure experiences for people of all abilities including adaptive recreation",
        "startup_cost": "Varies; outdoor skills and passion for inclusion",
        "skill_level": "Various; expert or beginner welcome",
        "typical_pay_range": "$19-$24/hour (day), $182-$232/day (overnight)",
        "pay_unit": "hourly and daily",
        "where_to_find_work": "Backdoorjobs.com, WildernessInquiry.org/careers",
        "adjacent_jobs": "Outdoor Educator, Trip Leader, Recreation Worker"
      },
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "running",
        "region": [
          "us"
        ],
        "platform": "backdoorjobs",
        "topic": [
          "money.payout"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r1683_job_discovery_outdoors_guiding_and_recreation_angle_marketplaces_adventure_treks_field_instructor",
      "category": "Getting Started",
      "title": "Field Instructor (Adventure Treks): job_overview",
      "summary": "Adventure Treks hires Field Instructors for wilderness teen programs starting at $4,400-$4,600 for the full summer plus all-inclusive employment.",
      "body": "Adventure Treks hires Field Instructors for wilderness teen programs starting at $4,400-$4,600 for the full summer plus all-inclusive employment.\n\nWhat Backdoorjobs.com (employer: Adventure Treks) actually says:\n\n“Compensation starts at $4,400-$4,600 for the entire summer plus all-inclusive employment (accommodations, meals, outfitted activities…), travel reimbursements, opportunities to work year-round, professional development scholarships, and pro-deal access to hundreds of outdoor brands.”\n\nNote: 2027 season hiring now; 2-6 person instructor teams",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://www.backdoorjobs.com/adventure.html",
      "last_verified": "2026-10-06",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Backdoorjobs.com (employer: Adventure Treks)",
      "evidence_quote": "Compensation starts at $4,400-$4,600 for the entire summer plus all-inclusive employment (accommodations, meals, outfitted activities…), travel reimbursements, opportunities to work year-round, professional development scholarships, and pro-deal access to hundreds of outdoor brands.",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "1683-job-discovery-outdoors-guiding-and-recreation-angle-marketplaces",
      "subject": "Field Instructor (Adventure Treks)",
      "topic": "job_overview",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "US and international; British Columbia, Alaska, California, Colorado, Oregon, Washington, Wyoming, North Carolina, Beliz",
      "job": {
        "job_name": "Field Instructor",
        "category": "Outdoors, seasonal and physical work",
        "what_it_is": "Lead multi-week wilderness trips for teenagers including backpacking, mountaineering, kayaking",
        "startup_cost": "Outdoor experience and WFR certification preferred",
        "skill_level": "Experienced outdoor educator",
        "typical_pay_range": "$4,400-$4,600 for entire summer plus all-inclusive",
        "pay_unit": "seasonal lump sum plus benefits",
        "where_to_find_work": "Backdoorjobs.com, AdventureTreks.com/available-positions",
        "adjacent_jobs": "Outdoor Educator, Trip Leader, Wilderness Guide"
      },
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "running",
        "region": [
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        ],
        "platform": "backdoorjobs",
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        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r1683_job_discovery_outdoors_guiding_and_recreation_angle_marketplaces_bindlestiff_tour_guide",
      "category": "Getting Started",
      "title": "Tour Guide (Bindlestiff Tours): job_overview",
      "summary": "Bindlestiff Tours hires Tour Guides with first-year base rate $155-$210/day and experienced guides earning up to $400/day.",
      "body": "Bindlestiff Tours hires Tour Guides with first-year base rate $155-$210/day and experienced guides earning up to $400/day.\n\nWhat Backdoorjobs.com (employer: Bindlestiff Tours) actually says:\n\n“The base rate for first year Guides ranges from $155-$210/day depending on industry experience, plus a generous seasonal bonus package and 401k. With tips and commissions, experienced Guides can earn as much as $400/day.”\n\nNote: Season late March through early November; full/part-time contracts available",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://www.backdoorjobs.com/adventure.html",
      "last_verified": "2026-10-06",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Backdoorjobs.com (employer: Bindlestiff Tours)",
      "evidence_quote": "The base rate for first year Guides ranges from $155-$210/day depending on industry experience, plus a generous seasonal bonus package and 401k. With tips and commissions, experienced Guides can earn as much as $400/day.",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "1683-job-discovery-outdoors-guiding-and-recreation-angle-marketplaces",
      "subject": "Tour Guide (Bindlestiff Tours)",
      "topic": "job_overview",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "US-based; Southwest, Alaska, Canadian Rockies",
      "job": {
        "job_name": "Tour Guide",
        "category": "Outdoors, seasonal and physical work",
        "what_it_is": "Lead multi-day adventure tours in Southwest USA, Alaska, and Western Canadian Rockies as van driver-guide",
        "startup_cost": "Clean driving record, leadership skills, outdoor passion",
        "skill_level": "Experienced preferred; first-year positions available",
        "typical_pay_range": "$155-$210/day first year; up to $400/day experienced",
        "pay_unit": "daily",
        "where_to_find_work": "Backdoorjobs.com, BindlestiffToursJobs.com",
        "adjacent_jobs": "Adventure Guide, Tour Leader, Van Guide"
      },
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "running",
        "region": [
          "us"
        ],
        "platform": "backdoorjobs",
        "topic": [
          "unclassified"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r1683_job_discovery_outdoors_guiding_and_recreation_angle_marketplaces_yellowstone_hiking_adventure_guide",
      "category": "Getting Started",
      "title": "Adventure Guide (Yellowstone Hiking Guides): job_overview",
      "summary": "Yellowstone Hiking Guides hires day hiking, kayak, and van tour guides at $15-$18/hour plus tips.",
      "body": "Yellowstone Hiking Guides hires day hiking, kayak, and van tour guides at $15-$18/hour plus tips.\n\nWhat Backdoorjobs.com (employer: Yellowstone Hiking Guides) actually says:\n\n“Compensation includes $15-$18/hour + tips with an end-of-the-year bonus.”\n\nNote: Season May through October; 10-12 hours/day, 3-5 days/week",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://www.backdoorjobs.com/yellowstonehikingguides.html",
      "last_verified": "2026-10-06",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Backdoorjobs.com (employer: Yellowstone Hiking Guides)",
      "evidence_quote": "Compensation includes $15-$18/hour + tips with an end-of-the-year bonus.",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "1683-job-discovery-outdoors-guiding-and-recreation-angle-marketplaces",
      "subject": "Adventure Guide (Yellowstone Hiking Guides)",
      "topic": "job_overview",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "US-based; Yellowstone National Park",
      "job": {
        "job_name": "Adventure Guide",
        "category": "Outdoors, seasonal and physical work",
        "what_it_is": "Lead day hikes, kayak trips, and van tours for visitors in Yellowstone National Park",
        "startup_cost": "WFR/WFA certification, clean driving record, 25+ years old",
        "skill_level": "Experienced; WFR can be obtained in May",
        "typical_pay_range": "$15-$18/hour + tips",
        "pay_unit": "hourly plus tips",
        "where_to_find_work": "Backdoorjobs.com, YellowstoneHikingGuides.com/jobs",
        "adjacent_jobs": "Park Ranger, Tour Guide, Hiking Guide"
      },
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "running",
        "region": [
          "us"
        ],
        "platform": "backdoorjobs",
        "topic": [
          "unclassified"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r1683_job_discovery_outdoors_guiding_and_recreation_angle_marketplaces_calleva_instructor_facilitator",
      "category": "Getting Started",
      "title": "Outdoor Education Facilitator (Calleva): job_overview",
      "summary": "Calleva hires outdoor education facilitators for land and water programs at $600-$1,600/week.",
      "body": "Calleva hires outdoor education facilitators for land and water programs at $600-$1,600/week.\n\nWhat Backdoorjobs.com (employer: Calleva) actually says:\n\n“Financial compensation ranging from $600-$1,600/week, benefits include meals for all overnight trips, 5-10 days of paid training and summer preparation.”\n\nNote: 3 seasons April-November; summer camp June-August",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://www.backdoorjobs.com/calleva.html",
      "last_verified": "2026-10-06",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Backdoorjobs.com (employer: Calleva)",
      "evidence_quote": "Financial compensation ranging from $600-$1,600/week, benefits include meals for all overnight trips, 5-10 days of paid training and summer preparation.",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "1683-job-discovery-outdoors-guiding-and-recreation-angle-marketplaces",
      "subject": "Outdoor Education Facilitator (Calleva)",
      "topic": "job_overview",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "US-based; Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia",
      "job": {
        "job_name": "Outdoor Education Facilitator",
        "category": "Outdoors, seasonal and physical work",
        "what_it_is": "Lead land and water-based outdoor adventure programs including canoeing, kayaking, rafting, rock climbing, and environmental education",
        "startup_cost": "21+ years old; solid outdoor skills and proficiency in chosen activity",
        "skill_level": "Various; passionate about sharing outdoors with children",
        "typical_pay_range": "$600-$1,600/week",
        "pay_unit": "weekly",
        "where_to_find_work": "Backdoorjobs.com, Calleva.org/resources/work-with-us",
        "adjacent_jobs": "Outdoor Educator, Camp Instructor, Adventure Guide"
      },
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "running",
        "region": [
          "us"
        ],
        "platform": "backdoorjobs",
        "topic": [
          "unclassified"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r1683_job_discovery_outdoors_guiding_and_recreation_angle_marketplaces_experience_learning_field_instructor",
      "category": "Getting Started",
      "title": "Outdoor Field Instructor (Experience Learning): job_overview",
      "summary": "Experience Learning hires Outdoor Field Instructors at Spruce Knob Mountain Center for $65-$115/day DOE.",
      "body": "Experience Learning hires Outdoor Field Instructors at Spruce Knob Mountain Center for $65-$115/day DOE.\n\nWhat Backdoorjobs.com (employer: Experience Learning) actually says:\n\n“Pay ranges from $65-$115/day DOE, shared housing, meals during programming, access to pro deals, one day of paid health leave/month.”\n\nNote: 2027 season positions June 1-October 31; 400-acre highland preserve",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://www.backdoorjobs.com/experiencelearning.html",
      "last_verified": "2026-10-06",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Backdoorjobs.com (employer: Experience Learning)",
      "evidence_quote": "Pay ranges from $65-$115/day DOE, shared housing, meals during programming, access to pro deals, one day of paid health leave/month.",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "1683-job-discovery-outdoors-guiding-and-recreation-angle-marketplaces",
      "subject": "Outdoor Field Instructor (Experience Learning)",
      "topic": "job_overview",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "US-based; West Virginia",
      "job": {
        "job_name": "Outdoor Field Instructor",
        "category": "Outdoors, seasonal and physical work",
        "what_it_is": "Lead wilderness-based outdoor education programs for 5th-12th grade students in Monongahela National Forest",
        "startup_cost": "Bachelor's degree or equivalent life experience; current WFA/CPR certification",
        "skill_level": "Jack/Jill-of-all-trades with curiosity of natural world",
        "typical_pay_range": "$65-$115/day DOE",
        "pay_unit": "daily",
        "where_to_find_work": "Backdoorjobs.com, Experience-Learning.org",
        "adjacent_jobs": "Outdoor Educator, Field Instructor, Wilderness Educator"
      },
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "running",
        "region": [
          "us"
        ],
        "platform": "backdoorjobs",
        "topic": [
          "unclassified"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r1683_job_discovery_outdoors_guiding_and_recreation_angle_marketplaces_nyc_outward_bound_instructor",
      "category": "Getting Started",
      "title": "Outdoor Adventure Instructor (NYC Outward Bound Schools): job_overview",
      "summary": "NYC Outward Bound Schools hires Outdoor Adventure Instructors at $176/day with Lead Instructors earning $200/day.",
      "body": "NYC Outward Bound Schools hires Outdoor Adventure Instructors at $176/day with Lead Instructors earning $200/day.\n\nWhat Backdoorjobs.com (employer: NYC Outward Bound Schools) actually says:\n\n“Compensation starts at $176/day ($200/day for leads), with perks that include housing, meals during overnight programs, and access to local climbing gyms.”\n\nNote: Immediate openings through December 19th; comprehensive training provided",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://www.backdoorjobs.com/nycoutwardbound.html",
      "last_verified": "2026-10-06",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Backdoorjobs.com (employer: NYC Outward Bound Schools)",
      "evidence_quote": "Compensation starts at $176/day ($200/day for leads), with perks that include housing, meals during overnight programs, and access to local climbing gyms.",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "1683-job-discovery-outdoors-guiding-and-recreation-angle-marketplaces",
      "subject": "Outdoor Adventure Instructor (NYC Outward Bound Schools)",
      "topic": "job_overview",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "US-based; NYC and Fishkill, NY",
      "job": {
        "job_name": "Outdoor Adventure Instructor",
        "category": "Outdoors, seasonal and physical work",
        "what_it_is": "Lead NYC youth on outdoor adventure courses including hiking, low ropes, rock climbing, and team-building",
        "startup_cost": "Enthusiasm for working with NYC youth; climbing experience beneficial",
        "skill_level": "Entry-level with training provided",
        "typical_pay_range": "$176/day; $200/day for leads",
        "pay_unit": "daily",
        "where_to_find_work": "Backdoorjobs.com, NYCOutwardBound.org",
        "adjacent_jobs": "Outdoor Educator, Adventure Educator, Youth Worker"
      },
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "running",
        "region": [
          "us"
        ],
        "platform": "backdoorjobs",
        "topic": [
          "unclassified"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r1683_job_discovery_outdoors_guiding_and_recreation_angle_marketplaces_frost_valley_ymca_adventure_trip_leader",
      "category": "Getting Started",
      "title": "Adventure Trip Leader (Frost Valley YMCA): job_overview",
      "summary": "Frost Valley YMCA hires Adventure Trip Leaders for 2027 summer at $475-$720/week plus room and board.",
      "body": "Frost Valley YMCA hires Adventure Trip Leaders for 2027 summer at $475-$720/week plus room and board.\n\nWhat Backdoorjobs.com (employer: Frost Valley YMCA) actually says:\n\n“Compensation ranges from $475-$720/week plus room, board, and the opportunity to explore the Northeast.”\n\nNote: 2027 summer mid-June to mid-August; year-round registration/store manager role at $45,760-$49,920/year",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://www.backdoorjobs.com/adventure.html",
      "last_verified": "2026-10-06",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Backdoorjobs.com (employer: Frost Valley YMCA)",
      "evidence_quote": "Compensation ranges from $475-$720/week plus room, board, and the opportunity to explore the Northeast.",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "1683-job-discovery-outdoors-guiding-and-recreation-angle-marketplaces",
      "subject": "Adventure Trip Leader (Frost Valley YMCA)",
      "topic": "job_overview",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "US-based; Catskill Mountains, New York",
      "job": {
        "job_name": "Adventure Trip Leader",
        "category": "Outdoors, seasonal and physical work",
        "what_it_is": "Lead 2-week adventure trips for campers including backpacking, climbing, hiking, kayaking, and sailing",
        "startup_cost": "21+ years old; clean driving record; minimum WFR certification; experience with kids 10-17",
        "skill_level": "Experienced outdoor educator",
        "typical_pay_range": "$475-$720/week plus room, board",
        "pay_unit": "weekly plus housing and meals",
        "where_to_find_work": "Backdoorjobs.com, FrostValley.org/employment",
        "adjacent_jobs": "Camp Director, Outdoor Educator, Trip Leader"
      },
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "running",
        "region": [
          "us"
        ],
        "platform": "backdoorjobs",
        "topic": [
          "unclassified"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r1683_job_discovery_outdoors_guiding_and_recreation_angle_marketplaces_spring_lake_ranch_program_coordinator",
      "category": "Getting Started",
      "title": "Program Coordinator (Spring Lake Ranch): job_overview",
      "summary": "Spring Lake Ranch hires Program Coordinators at $16/hour year-round full-time with private room/bath and full benefits.",
      "body": "Spring Lake Ranch hires Program Coordinators at $16/hour year-round full-time with private room/bath and full benefits.\n\nWhat Backdoorjobs.com (employer: Spring Lake Ranch) actually says:\n\n“Compensation includes $16/hour, private room and bath within a resident house, access to three meals/day, full health, dental and vision coverage with premium 100% paid by the Ranch, 3 weeks of PTO.”\n\nNote: Year-round full-time 40hrs/week; rolling application basis; 700-acre farm/forest/pastureland",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://www.backdoorjobs.com/springlake.html",
      "last_verified": "2026-10-06",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Backdoorjobs.com (employer: Spring Lake Ranch)",
      "evidence_quote": "Compensation includes $16/hour, private room and bath within a resident house, access to three meals/day, full health, dental and vision coverage with premium 100% paid by the Ranch, 3 weeks of PTO.",
      "volatility": "low",
      "from_batch": "1683-job-discovery-outdoors-guiding-and-recreation-angle-marketplaces",
      "subject": "Program Coordinator (Spring Lake Ranch)",
      "topic": "job_overview",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "US-based; Cuttingsville, Vermont",
      "job": {
        "job_name": "Program Coordinator",
        "category": "Outdoors, seasonal and physical work",
        "what_it_is": "Mentor residents in recovery through farming, gardening, carpentry, trail clearing, and recreational activities on a 700-acre therapeutic ranch",
        "startup_cost": "20+ years old; willingness to share life with community; basic farming/gardening/carpentry helpful",
        "skill_level": "Entry-level with on-site training",
        "typical_pay_range": "$16/hour plus private room/bath, meals, full health/dental/vision",
        "pay_unit": "hourly plus benefits-in-kind",
        "where_to_find_work": "Backdoorjobs.com, SpringLakeRanch.org/careers",
        "adjacent_jobs": "Therapeutic Community Staff, Farm Worker, Outdoor Educator"
      },
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "running",
        "region": [
          "us"
        ],
        "platform": "backdoorjobs",
        "topic": [
          "money.payout"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r1683_job_discovery_outdoors_guiding_and_recreation_angle_marketplaces_fortson4h_environmental_educator",
      "category": "Getting Started",
      "title": "Environmental Educator (Fortson 4-H Center): job_overview",
      "summary": "Fortson 4-H Center hires seasonal Environmental Educators at $14/hour with on-site housing for $20/week.",
      "body": "Fortson 4-H Center hires seasonal Environmental Educators at $14/hour with on-site housing for $20/week.\n\nWhat Backdoorjobs.com (employer: Fortson 4-H Center) actually says:\n\n“Compensation includes $14/hour, plus on-site housing with private room and bath and shared common living room, kitchen, sun room and laundry for $20/week.”\n\nNote: Spring season mid-February through May; full-time Program Coordinator $40K-$45K/year; Bachelor's degree required",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://www.backdoorjobs.com/fortson.html",
      "last_verified": "2026-10-06",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Backdoorjobs.com (employer: Fortson 4-H Center)",
      "evidence_quote": "Compensation includes $14/hour, plus on-site housing with private room and bath and shared common living room, kitchen, sun room and laundry for $20/week.",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "1683-job-discovery-outdoors-guiding-and-recreation-angle-marketplaces",
      "subject": "Environmental Educator (Fortson 4-H Center)",
      "topic": "job_overview",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "US-based; Georgia Piedmont Region",
      "job": {
        "job_name": "Environmental Educator",
        "category": "Outdoors, seasonal and physical work",
        "what_it_is": "Teach environmental education classes to youth including ecology, team building, outdoor skills, and animal care",
        "startup_cost": "Bachelor's degree in environmental education, natural sciences, biology, outdoor education or related fields",
        "skill_level": "Professional-level; teaching experience preferred",
        "typical_pay_range": "$14/hour; $40,000-$45,000/year for Program Coordinator role",
        "pay_unit": "hourly and annual",
        "where_to_find_work": "Backdoorjobs.com, UGAJobSearch.com",
        "adjacent_jobs": "Outdoor Educator, Environmental Educator, Camp Instructor"
      },
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "running",
        "region": [
          "us"
        ],
        "platform": "backdoorjobs",
        "topic": [
          "money.payout"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r1683_job_discovery_outdoors_guiding_and_recreation_angle_marketplaces_coolworks_guide_jobs",
      "category": "Getting Started",
      "title": "Guide Jobs (CoolWorks category): job_overview",
      "summary": "CoolWorks lists 39 guide and trip leader jobs across national parks, ski resorts, and adventure companies.",
      "body": "CoolWorks lists 39 guide and trip leader jobs across national parks, ski resorts, and adventure companies.\n\nWhat CoolWorks.com actually says:\n\n“Displaying items 1-32 of 39 in total across guide jobs category including Snowshoe Mountain Resort, Alaska X, Cheley Colorado Camps, Teton Adventure Tours, Princess Cruises/Holland America, Boomerang Riding Adventures, High Country Tours, Big Frog Mountain Outfitters, RaftOne, Southeastern Expeditions, Teton Floats, Canyon Ranch, Snow Buddy Sled Dog Tours, Circle F Dude Ranch, Adventure Sitka, Katmai Wilderness Lodge, Borealis Basecamp, Deer Valley Resort, Lone Mountain Ranch, Acadia By Carriage, Rio Piedra Plantation, Elkhorn Ranch Arizona, Lava Mountain Lodge, Alyeska Resort, Camp IHC, YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly, Aramark Lake Tahoe, The Mill at Ward Cove, UnCruise Adventures, Denali Park Adventures”\n\nNote: No individual pay figures on category page; individual job pages would need to be opened for pay data",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://www.coolworks.com/guide-jobs",
      "last_verified": "2026-10-06",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "CoolWorks.com",
      "evidence_quote": "Displaying items 1-32 of 39 in total across guide jobs category including Snowshoe Mountain Resort, Alaska X, Cheley Colorado Camps, Teton Adventure Tours, Princess Cruises/Holland America, Boomerang Riding Adventures, High Country Tours, Big Frog Mountain Outfitters, RaftOne, Southeastern Expeditions, Teton Floats, Canyon Ranch, Snow Buddy Sled Dog Tours, Circle F Dude Ranch, Adventure Sitka, Katmai Wilderness Lodge, Borealis Basecamp, Deer Valley Resort, Lone Mountain Ranch, Acadia By Carriage, Rio Piedra Plantation, Elkhorn Ranch Arizona, Lava Mountain Lodge, Alyeska Resort, Camp IHC, YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly, Aramark Lake Tahoe, The Mill at Ward Cove, UnCruise Adventures, Denali Park Adventures",
      "volatility": "high",
      "from_batch": "1683-job-discovery-outdoors-guiding-and-recreation-angle-marketplaces",
      "subject": "Guide Jobs (CoolWorks category)",
      "topic": "job_overview",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "US and Canada; national parks, resorts, adventure companies",
      "job": {
        "job_name": "Guide / Trip Leader",
        "category": "Outdoors, seasonal and physical work",
        "what_it_is": "Broad category of guide positions including rafting, skiing, hiking, snowmobile, dog sled, and outdoor adventure guiding",
        "startup_cost": "Varies by employer and activity",
        "skill_level": "Varies; some require certifications, others train on the job",
        "typical_pay_range": "could_not_verify",
        "where_to_find_work": "CoolWorks.com/guide-jobs",
        "adjacent_jobs": "Raft Guide, Ski Instructor, Snowmobile Guide, Dog Sled Guide, Tour Guide"
      },
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "choosing",
        "region": [
          "us"
        ],
        "platform": "coolworks",
        "topic": [
          "access.signup"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r1683_job_discovery_outdoors_guiding_and_recreation_angle_marketplaces_coolworks_outdoor_adventures",
      "category": "Getting Started",
      "title": "Outdoor Adventures Jobs (CoolWorks category): job_overview",
      "summary": "CoolWorks lists 28 outdoor adventure jobs including zipline, rafting, and outdoor activity guide positions.",
      "body": "CoolWorks lists 28 outdoor adventure jobs including zipline, rafting, and outdoor activity guide positions.\n\nWhat CoolWorks.com actually says:\n\n“28 Posts in Outdoor Adventures category; Your skill set tends toward river running and rope rigging; outdoor activities guru positions”\n\nNote: No pay figures on category page; individual employer pages would have pay details",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://www.coolworks.com/outdoor-adventures",
      "last_verified": "2026-10-06",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "CoolWorks.com",
      "evidence_quote": "28 Posts in Outdoor Adventures category; Your skill set tends toward river running and rope rigging; outdoor activities guru positions",
      "volatility": "high",
      "from_batch": "1683-job-discovery-outdoors-guiding-and-recreation-angle-marketplaces",
      "subject": "Outdoor Adventures Jobs (CoolWorks category)",
      "topic": "job_overview",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "US and Canada",
      "job": {
        "job_name": "Outdoor Adventure Guide",
        "category": "Outdoors, seasonal and physical work",
        "what_it_is": "Positions leading outdoor adventure activities such as zipline, rafting, and other outdoor pursuits",
        "startup_cost": "Varies by employer",
        "skill_level": "Varies; activity-specific skills required",
        "typical_pay_range": "could_not_verify",
        "where_to_find_work": "CoolWorks.com/outdoor-adventures",
        "adjacent_jobs": "Raft Guide, Zipline Guide, Adventure Guide, Outdoor Educator"
      },
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "choosing",
        "region": [
          "us"
        ],
        "platform": "coolworks",
        "topic": [
          "access.signup"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    }
  ]
}