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YMCA Camp Shand

Located: Cornwall, Pennsylvania
Type: Coed Camp with Residential & Day Camp Sessions

E-mail Address: CampShand@Dejazzd.com
Position Available: Aquatics Director
Salary Range: $250 - $305/ Wk; Room & Board
  • WSI or YMCA equivalent, Lifeguarding,Leadership Experience, Certified Pool and Spa Operator Cert preferred
  • Meals and housing
  • Oversee pool and water front activities, supervise lifeguards. Implement swim lessons, pool games and activities, maintain equipment and facilities. Clean Driving record
  • Website: www.lancasterymca.org

Camp Scatico

Located: Elizaville, New York
Type: Residential coed summer camp

E-mail Address: info@scatico.com
Position Available: Waterfront Counselor
Salary Range: competitive
  • Previous teaching experience in sailing or swimming
  • Willingness to live in a cabin with children; 19+ years of age
  • room and board included
  • Website: www.scatico.com

Camp Pinnacle Summer Camp

Located: Albany, New York
Type: Coed Camp with Residential & Day Camp Sessions

E-mail Address: info@camppinnacle.org
Position Available: Nurse, Waterfront, Lifeguard
Salary Range: Competitive Pay
  • Work for the Lord this Summer
  • Training, Room & Board included
  • Become part of the Camp Pinnacle family
  • Website: www.camppinnacle.org

Iroquois Springs

Located: Rock Hill, NY
Type: Residential coed camp

E-mail Address: brian@iroquoissprings.com
Position Available: Activity Specialist
Salary Range: $1,400 - $2,000 plus travel, room & board
  • Iroquois Springs, located just 90 miles from New York City, is a coed residential camp in the lower Catskill Mountains. All staff are employed for the entire 6 week summer and have an opportunity to work with children between the ages of 7 - 16.
  • Positions Available: Tennis, High and Low Ropes Course, Outdoor Adventure (mountain biking, leading overnights, etc.) Gymnastics, Water-skiing, Sailing, Lifeguarding (WSI), Theatre, Arts and Crafts (wood working, ceramics, jewelry), Roller Hockey, Baseball, Softball, Archery, Media (web design, yearbook, newspaper), and more.…
  • Competitive salary offered, including room and board. Staff receive 1 day off each week, access to the Internet and a staff lounge to use during time off. Apply on line at https://system.campminder.com/staff_applicant/staffapp.asp?c=91, or call 1.877.700.5354 for more information..
  • Website: www.iroquoissprings.com

Camp Akeela

Located: Strafford, Vermont
Type: Residential coed summer camp

E-mail Address: info@campakeela.com
Position Available: Male Counselors & Specialists
Salary Range: $1800 - $2500
  • Camp Akeela is an overnight summer camp in Vermont for boys and girls ages 9 - 16. Our mission is to provide our campers with an incredible, life-changing summer experience. Within a well-rounded, traditional camp program, Akeela's small, supportive community helps campers improve their social skills, make friends, gain self-confidence and have fun!
  • Cabin counselors enjoy all camp has to offer as they provide consistent mentorship and role modeling for a group of boys.
  • Specialists also live in camper bunks, but also teach daily programs. Positions available: swimming, boating, art, wood, archery, tennis, farm/garden and outdoor adventure (ropes course, hiking, etc.)
  • Website: www.campakeela.com

Woodmont Day Camp

Located: New City, New York
Type: Coed Day Camp

E-mail Address: info@woodmontdaycamp.com
Position Available: Specialist
Salary Range: Competitive
  • Are experts in our program areas: Swim, Athletics, Creative Arts and Performing Arts. As an activity specialist you will be called on to work with various age groups, boys, girls, group leaders, program heads-- just about everyone. You will have an opportunity to share what you can do and teach what you know. You will learn more about your specialty and yourself! You will make "IT" happen.
  • In a typical day, you will see many more campers, providing constant positive feedback and guiding them to strive for excellence in everything they do. Our activity areas include: swim instruction, lifeguarding, boating, archery, tennis, athletics, nature {discovery}, go-karts, ropes course, dance, drama, music, ceramics, jewelry, arts & crafts and more!
  • Website: www.woodmontdaycamp.com

Camp Winaukee

Located: Moultonborough, New Hampshire
Type: Residential boys' summer camp

E-mail Address: info@winaukee.com
Position Available: Ropes & Waterfront Counselors
Salary Range: $1,800 - $2,500
  • Full Meals & Housing, Travel Stipends, Internship Credit Available
  • Instruct campers in Swim, Sailing, Kayaking, High Ropes, Outdoor Adventure.
  • Live on the shores of the spectacular Lake Winnipesaukee, New Hampshire.
  • Website: www.winaukee.com

Sandy Hill Camp

Located: North East, Maryland
Type: Residential coed summer camp

E-mail Address: Info@SandyHillCamp.com
Position Available: Specialty Staff
Salary Range: $2400 plus
  • Come experience the Summer Of A Lifetime while being a positive role model on our beautiful 211 acre facility on the upper Chesapeake Bay.
  • Specialty staff assist with area activities (Waterfront, Equestrian, Sports/Ropes and Creative Arts) throughout the day and sleep in the cabins with campers at night.
  • Staff have nearly all of their WEEKENDS OFF, and Sandy Hill organizes weekend staff trips to NYC, DC, amusement parks and the beach.
  • Website: www.SandyHillCamp.com

Camp Danbee for Girls

Located: Peru, Massachusetts
Type: Residential girls' summer camp

E-mail Address: jay@campdanbee.com
Position Available: Counselor Positions
Salary Range: $1,800 - $2,100 / summer
  • Seven-week summer camp for girls, located in the Berkshire Mountains in Western Massachusetts.
  • All of the counselors at Danbee work in a dual role - both as a bunk counselor living in a bunk with kids, and as a specialty counselor teaching in a specific program area.
  • Danbee is full of spirit! We are a fun, busy and energetic place. We dance at meals, sing and cheer constantly.
  • Website: www.campdanbee.com

The Laurel Camps

Located: Casco, Maine
Type: Residential coed summer camp

E-mail Address: fun@camplaurelsouth.com
Position Available: CAMP LAUREL Camp Counselor
Salary Range: $1800 and up
  • Camp Laurel is one of New England's premier 7-1/2 week residential, coed camps, combines cutting edge programming in a family atmosphere. Our exemplary staff provides a safe, fun, nurturing environment for children ages 7-15.
  • We are interviewing for positions in Water-skiing, Sailing, Windsurfing, Tennis, Mtn. Biking, Outdoor Tripping, Ropes Course, Basketball, Roller-Hockey, Soccer, Archery, Gymnastics, Jewelry, Ceramics, Dance, Theatre, Radio, Video, Photography, Studio Art, Equine Science.
  • Competitive salary, room, board, travel allowance. Call 1.888.LAUREL.1, e-mail summer@camplaurel.com or complete an application on-line.
  • Website: www.TheLaurelCamps.com

Mountain Workshop's Awesome Adventures

Located: Redding, Connecticut
Type: Wilderness Adventure Program & Day Camp

E-mail Address: info@mountainworkshop.com
Position Available: Field Staff
Salary Range: $90- $120/day
  • The Mountain Workshop field leaders are responsible for safely co-leading school aged children and teens in wilderness settings.
  • Successful candidates will be at least 21 years of age, possess some outdoor adventure experience as well as a strong enthusiasm for the outdoor adventure and for mentoring children and young adults.
  • Benefits include paid training in several widely recognized certifications, professional courtesy program wholesale gear purchasing privileges, and available low-cost staff housing.
  • Website: www.mountainworkshop.com

Camp Pontiac

Located: Copake, New York
Type: Residential coed summer camp

E-mail Address: staff@camppontiac.com
Position Available: Summer Camp Counselor
Salary Range: Generous and Competitive
  • Camp Pontiac is a premier co-ed overnight camp located in the foothills of the Berkshire mountains midway between New York City and Boston. The camp accommodates approximately 300 boys and 300 girls ranging in age from 7 to 16.
  • We are looking for fun, enthusiastic and mature individuals to work in our various specialty areas of land sports, aquatics and adventure programs as well as general bunk counselors.
  • Camp Pontiac offers a competitive salary which includes a generous bonus stipend for outstanding individuals as well as a wonderful social experience.
  • Website: www.camppontiac.com

TLC Family of Camps

Located: Catskill and Pocono Mountains, New York & Pennsylvania
Type: Residential coed summer camps

E-mail Address: info@camptlc.com
Position Available: Activity Specialist
Salary Range: Our goal is to be the highest in camping
  • Working at one of our camps offers the opportunity to make life-long friends from across the nation and throughout the world. Last summer, The TLC Family of Camps warmly welcomed camp counselors from all across the United States, Canada, Great Britain, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa -- giving a true international flavor to our camps.
  • We are looking for activity specialists in athletics, waterfront, creative arts, outdoor adventure, and the performing arts.
  • Applicants must demonstrate a strong aptitude in their Specialty area and must have relevant experience teaching/coaching children.
  • Website: www.camptlc.com

YMCA Camp Shand

Located: Cornwall, Pennsylvania
Type: Coed Camp with Residential & Day Camp Sessions

E-mail Address: CampShand@Dejazzd.com
Position Available: Aquatics Director
Salary Range: $250 - $300/ Wk; Room & Board
  • The position will oversee pool and water front and includes supervising lifeguards, scheduling of pool and water front activities. Implements swim lessons, pool games, and evening activities. Maintain all equipment including sand filtration system and pool chemicals.
  • Minimum Age: 21
  • Special Requirements: WSI or YMCA equivalent training, Lifeguarding, Supervision Experience
  • Website: www.lancasterymca.org

The Laurel Camps

Located: Casco, ME
Type: Residential coed summer camp

E-mail Address: fun@camplaurelsouth.com
Position Available: Counselor/Administrative
Salary Range: $1800 and up
  • Spend the summer of a lifetime in beautiful Maine! Camp Laurel South is in the forefront of the Maine camping tradition. Our staff represent 29 states and 9 countries, all drawn together by a strong desire to live with and teach children for a summer. Family atmosphere and lifelong friendships!
  • Camp Laurel South offers top notch facilities and a beautiful 2500 foot waterfront! Currently interviewing for positions in Tennis, Water-skiing, Windsurfing, Swimming, Climbing Wall, Tripping, Ceramics, Gymnastics, Basketball, Soccer, Archery, Riflery, Field Hockey, Lacrosse, Theatre, Riding, Radio and more.
  • Seeking dependable college students/teachers as counselors, Campus Leaders and Program Supervisors. Excellent salaries combined with room/board, travel allowance, and laundry. Call us toll-free at 888-Laurel-S, email fun@camplaurelsouth.com or complete on online application.
  • Website: www.TheLaurelCamps.com

Snowy Owl Camp for Girls

Located: Harmony, ME
Type: Residential girls' summer camp

E-mail Address: info@snowyowlcamp.com
Position Available: waterfront counselors
Salary Range: $1600-1800
  • Room and board, laundry, some transportation
  • staff dates June 24 - August 13, 2007
  • Website: www.snowyowlcamp.com

Cody

Located: Freedom, NH
Type: Residential coed summer camp

E-mail Address: info@cody.org
Position Available: Waterfront staff
Salary Range: Competative
  • Waterfront staff will instruct and help to coordinate Cody's waterfront. It is imperative that waterfront staff have the appropriate training and certifications to adequately perform their duties as well as have strict expectations for the safety of activities.
  • Must be lifeguard certified or be willing and able to become certified during staff training.
  • Must have experience and enthusiam for sport which you will be instructing (sailing, waterskiing, swimming, windsurfing, kayaking, or canoeing).
  • Website: www.cody.org

Camp Cayuga

Located: Located in the Pocono Mountains, Honesdale, PA
Type: Residential Coed Summer Camp

E-mail Address: info@campcayuga.com
Position Available: 135 Instructors/Counselors
Salary Range: $1550 and up
  • DESCRIPTION: Camp Cayuga is a traditional coed camp for boys & girls ages 5 to 15. Located in the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania about 3 hours from New York City & Philadelphia. Family owned and operated since 1957, Cayuga caters to normal average children of the ages 5 to 15. ACA accredited. Diversified program features over 60 daily activities. Comfortable cabins with bathrooms. Modern facilities: 2 pools; private lake; 10 tennis courts; equestrian center with 25 horses; 2 gyms; skateboard park; staff lounge with high-speed internet access. Our staff is comprised of 135 members who are college students, college graduates, teachers, and coaches. You'll have a great time at Cayuga if you have an outgoing personality, a good sense of humor, strong teaching skills in your activity area, good leadership ability, and experience in supervising and instructing children.
  • KEY SKILLS: SPORTS: Aerobics, archery, badminton, baseball, basketball, cheerleading, dodgeball, exercise and fitness, extreme sport jumping, field hockey, floor hockey, flag football, frisbee, gaga, golf, gymnastics, inline skating, jogging, judo, karate, kickball, lacrosse, newcomb, paintball, ping-pong, riflery, roller hockey, roller blading, rugby, skateboarding, soccer, softball, tennis, tetherball, t-ball, touch football, track meets, video game room, volleyball, weight training, and wrestling. WATERFRONT: American Red Cross swim instruction, recreational swimming, competitive swimming, water ballet, water polo, water volleyball, water basketball, sailing, canoeing, kayaking, row boating, windsurfing, fishing, intercamp swim meets, scuba diving clinics, polar bear club, lake trampoline, rolling log, tubing, and paddle boating. CREATIVE ARTS: Arts & crafts, ceramics, kiln operation, basket weaving, pottery, pottery wheel operation, sculpting, silk screening, tye-dye, wood projects, block printing, lanyards, copper enameling, beading, paper mache, sketching/drawing, painting, leather craft, mask making, model rocketry, clay projects, jewelry making, braiding, lanyards, decoupage, air brushing, fabric painting, and macrame. PERFORMING ARTS: Drama (acting, improvisation, set design & construction), music (guitar & keyboards), singing and chorus, dance (ballet, social, jazz, tap, modern), yoga, and aerobics. EQUESTRIAN: Horseback Riding instruction in both English and Western styles from beginner to advanced levels. Equestrian program also includes: horseback overnights, evening trail rides, horse jumping club, intercamp horse shows, and intracamp horse shows. Equestrian Center features: 25 horses on the premises, petting zoo, 2 instructional riding rings, and over 5 miles of scenic trails. ADVENTURE & WILDERNESS: Hiking, backpacking, compass reading, mountain biking, overnight camping, cabin cookouts, ropes course, 20ft Climbing Wall, 205ft Zip Line, rappelling, ATV Honda quads, nature studies, and Delaware River canoe trips. TRAPEZE & CIRCUS ACTS: High flying trapeze, double trapeze, single trapeze, trapeze shows, trapeze competitions, spanish web, cradle, diabolo, plate spinning, magic tricks, tumbling, devil sticks, juggling and a Circus Clinic (tightwire, stilt walking, unicycling, acrobatics, clowning, the rolling globe). MEDIA ARTS: Radio DJ broadcasting, video camera filming, photography darkroom, and camp newspaper. SENIOR STAFF SUPERVISORS: Division Directors, Program Directors, Athletic Directors, Intercamp Tournament Directors, Trip Directors, Evening Entertainment Directors, Special Event Directors, Activity Supervisors, Camp Nurses, Horsemanship Director, Pool Director, Lake Director, Adventure & Wilderness Director, Flying Trapeze Director, Creative Arts Director, Performing Arts Director, Food Service Director, Chefs, Dining Hall Manager, Transportation Director, CDL Drivers, Bus Drivers, and Academic/Tutoring Director. ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF: Receptionists and Office Support Staff for the following: mail room, telephone answering, mailings, typing, data entry, record keeping, filing, copying, public relations, general office and administrative duties. MEDICAL STAFF: Registered Nurses (RNs), Nurse Practitioners, LPNs, EMTs and MDs. 4 and 8 week positions available. Our infirmary is modern and comfortable.
  • BENEFITS: Meet children and high-caliber staff members from around the world! Room, board, and laundry services are provided. New staff lounge provides opportunity for high-speed internet access. Receive a good salary and tips/gratuities are permitted! Free camp tuition for children of Senior Staff Members. Accept the challenges and gain valuable lifetime rewards! Camp Cayuga is a great place to spend your summer!
  • Website: www.campcayuga.com

Kenwal Day Camp

Located: Melville, NY
Type: Coed summer day camp

E-mail Address: KenwalOffice@aol.com
Position Available: Swim Instructor
Salary Range: $1,800-2,500 plus tips
  • Work in a a fun environment with children.
  • Have gratification of teaching children how to swim.
  • Work in "the camp that cares about their campers AND staff".
  • Website: www.kenwaldaycamp.com

ESF Summer Camps

Located: PA, NJ, CT, MD
Type: Coed summer day camp

E-mail Address: teamesf@esfcamps.com
Position Available: Swim Instructor/Lifeguard
Salary Range: Varies
  • Lifeguards and Swim Instructors needed to ensure overall safety & supervision of campers in pool. Teach progressive swim lessons on a daily basis to develop each camper's swimming skills.
  • ESF is far more than just a summer job. ESF is about people and making a difference everyday. As a candidate for a position in one of our unique camps, you have the opportunity to make an everlasting impact upon children. We pride ourselves in hiring individuals who have experience working with children and people of all ages. Our Team of outstanding professional educators and college students possesses exceptional skills, a commitment to the development of each child, and a sensitivity to his/her needs.
  • Earn a competitive salary - Work great hours from Monday to Friday and have all of your nights and weekends off - Earn undergraduate and graduate internship credits - Earn Continuing Education Unit credits (CEU's/Act 48) or Professional Development Hours (PDH's) towards your professional teaching certification requirement - Establish connections that could lead to full-time positions in schools, institutions, companies, and other organizations - Have more fun than you can imagine!
  • Website: www.esfcamps.com

Camp Lohikan in the Poconos

Located: Lake Como, PA
Type: Residential coed camp

E-mail Address: info@lohikan.com
Position Available: Instructors/Counselors
Salary Range: $1200-2500
  • We pay the best salaries to recruit the best staff! Travel allowance is available. Tipping is permitted. Room, board and laundry services are provided. Nights-off and days-off are scheduled throughout the summer. Pre and post camp employment is available. All expense paid ski reunion invitation is included. Top caliber college-enrolled staff recruited from across US and Europe provides a stimulating social experience. We're approximately 2 1/2 hours from New York City. Easy online application.
  • We pay the best salaries to recruit the best staff because we know that a quality camp experience for children is only possible with the best qualified summer camp staff. If you're an excellent role model for children and have the maturity and inclination to be able to take the responsibility for the care and instruction of children seriously, we encourage you to apply. We are searching for General Cabin Counselors and Instructors for: Horseback Riding, Rock Climbing, Jet Skiing, Water-skiing, Gymnastics, Pottery, Rocketry, Tennis, Lacrosse, Baseball, Soccer, Softball, Roller Hockey, Football, Basketball, Skateboarding, Inline Skating, Dance, Drama, Music, Guitar, Piano, Drums, Volleyball, Mt. Cycling, Archery, Riflery, Wrestling, Martial Arts, Computers, Camp Website, Digital Camera, Photography, Newspaper, Video Production, Radio Broadcasting, Sailing, Canoeing, Lifeguards, Swim Instruction, Kayaking, Windsurfing, Fishing, Weight Lifting, Chess, Flying Trapeze, Circus Arts, Juggling, Honda ATV 4- Wheelers, High & Low Ropes, Woodworking, Ceramics, Arts & Crafts, T-shirt Factory, Cooking... and lots more! Other positions include: Van Drivers, Maintenance, Kitchen Staff, Medical Staff, Group Leaders and more.
  • Camp Lohikan is a traditional summer camp for boys and girls of the ages 6 to 15. We feature instruction in 65+ daily activities and a supportive, nurturing camp community where children are the priority. For more than 44 years we've been providing children with safe, fun-filled, memorable summers. This will be the BEST SUMMER OF YOUR LIFE!
  • Website: www.lohikan.com

YMCA of Greater New York

Located: 90 miles NW of NYC, NY
Type: Residential coed summer camp

E-mail Address: camps@ymcanyc.org
Position Available: Waterfront Director
Salary Range: $275/week
  • Primary responsibility is to supervise and manage all aspects of safety and programs at the waterfront within Camping Services Guidelines.
  • Secondary responsibility includes involvement in non-aquatic programs and aspects of residential camp as requested.
  • All Y- Swim lesson, LG, CPR, FA, AED, O2 trainings are paid for and also free room and board.
  • Website: www.ymcanyc.org/camps

Camp Mataponi

Located: Sebago Lake, ME
Type: Residential girls' summer camp

E-mail Address: mataponi1@aol.com
Position Available: Activity specialist/ counselor
Salary Range: $2000
  • Seeking energetic college students for activity specialists in the following areas: tennis, ropes course, lifeguards & WSI, sailing, canoeing, gymnastics, dance, drama, landsports (soccer, softball, basketball, lacrosse, field hockey, volleyball).
  • Applicants must be atleast 18 and completed freshman year of college.
  • Learn leadership skills and gain valuable experience while making friends that will last a lifetime.
  • Website: www.campmataponi.com

Independent Lake Camp

Located: Orson, PA
Type: Residential coed summer camp

E-mail Address: ilcnigel@aol.com
Position Available: Counselor/Specialists
Salary Range: $1600+ (plus tips)
  • Go Back To Camp and Get Paid. Become a Childs HERO.
  • Work with kids teaching them skills you are passionate about.
  • Positions available in the following areas: Rock music, Computers, Soccer, Watersports, Radio, Circus arts, Horseback Riding, SAT prep, Volleyball, Dance, Magic, Cooking, Nature, Skateboarding, Climbing wall, Ropes course, Basketball, Theatre, Softball, Video, Fine arts, Crafts, Go-Carts, Role playing games, Mountain boarding, Tennis, Hockey, Creative writing, Acapella singing, Fishing, Rollerblading, Mountain biking, Golf, BMX, Administrative, and much more. Plenty of time off, no curfew, great food.
  • Website: www.independentlake.com

Cape Cod Sea Camps, Monomoy/Wono

Located: Brewster, MA
Type: Residential coed camp

E-mail Address: info@capecodseacamps.com
Position Available: Boys Cabin Counselors
Salary Range: $2100-2600+
  • Counselors live with campers and teach various activities during the day. Openings for archery, swimming, sailing, riflery, tennis, woodworking, guitar, drum or percussion, and digital photography counselors.
  • Room, Board and Laundry Service included
  • Summering on Cape Cod is a unique opportunity
  • Website: www.capecodseacamps.com

Adirondack Camp

Located: Putnam Station, NY
Type: Residential coed summer camp

E-mail Address: jen@adirondackcamp.com
Position Available: Activity / Cabin Counselor
Salary Range: $1800 +
  • Lead, inspire, live and play with 4-14 campers on beautiful private peninsula on secluded northern Lake George in the Adirondack Wilderness Preserve. Adirondack Camp has been building outstanding summer communities for campers age 7-16 for over one hundred years.
  • Join our team of experienced, enthusiastic staff dedicated to sharing their skills and passion for all things camp. Water sports include swimming, kayaking, canoeing, water skiing, wind surfing and sailing. Land activities range from rock climbing, archery and fencing to tennis, basketball, soccer and all sports. Our unified arts department teaches drama, creative arts, music and now video journalism. We also provide a wide range of wilderness opportunities- see additional listing.
  • We are seeking exceptional adult staff with broad interests, skills and experiences looking to make a difference in the lives of children. Adirondack offers a competitive benefits package including training, salary, room and board commensurate with experience and certifications. Apply on-line or call for more details.
  • Website: www.adirondackcamp.com

West End House Camp

Located: East Parsonsfield, ME
Type: Residential boys' summer camp

E-mail Address: slepswehc@aol.com
Position Available: Waterfront Counselor
Salary Range: $1500-2300
  • Come join one of the most well-known, historic, and modern camps in southern Maine. We have a beautiful waterfront with extensive activities, great all-around sports, and a terrific group of campers and staff from all over the country. We are looking for a senior counselor (ages 18+) with specialty skills and certification in swimming, sailing, canoeing, and/or waterskiing. Contact Steve or Bill through our outstanding website.
  • Website: www.westendhousecamp.org

Road's End Farm Horsemanship Camp

Located: Chesterfield, NH
Type: Residential girls' horsemanship camp (ages 8-16)

E-mail Address: none
Position Available: Swimming Instructor / Lifeguard
Salary Range: $3000-4000 plus room, board & laundry
  • This job involves teaching swimming and/or lifeguarding at a lovely lakefront setting with two swimming rafts.
  • Applicants will need to have Water Safety Instructor or Lifeguarding credentials from the American Red Cross or an equivalent certifying organization.
  • Enjoying the company of young people and possessing character traits worthy of their emulation are definite requirements for this position.
  • Website: www.roadsendfarm.com

William Lawrence Camp

Located: Center Tuftonboro, NH
Type: Residential boys' camp

E-mail Address: wlc@worldpath.net
Position Available: Cabin & Activity Leader
Salary Range: $1200-2500
  • Traditional camp for boys founded in 1913. 112 boys ages 8 to 15. 50+ staff. Beautiful campus in New Hampshire's Lakes region
  • Well rounded program includes waterfront activities, sports, wilderness trips, crafts, high & low ropes course, riflery and more.
  • Responsible for 8 boys in cabin. Teachers needed for swimming, riflery, archery, challenge course, as well as trip leaders.
  • Website: www.wlcamp.org

Lochearn Camp for Girls

Located: On Lake Fairlee, Post Mills, VT
Type: Residential girls' camp

E-mail Address: info@lochearncamp.com
Position Available: Counselor/Instructor
Salary Range: $1600-$2000
  • Live in a cabin of 4-8 girls, become their friend and mentor and help assure that each girl's adjustment to camp is successful and that the group works together with respect and consideration.
  • Teach one or more activities from our selection of over 30 activities in the arts (arts and crafts, basketry, bracelet making, ceramics, chorus, jazz dance, musical theatre, fimo crafts, stagecraft), land sports (aerobics, archery, basketball, field hockey, full-apparatus gymnastics, lacrosse, soccer, softball, tennis, volleyball), water sports (canoeing, diving, sailing, snorkeling, Red Cross swim lessons, water-skiing), English riding, outdoor adventure (hiking, mountain climbing), leadership training
  • Benefits: extensive training in coaching, counseling, and character education; live in a community committed to kindness, respect, and responsibility; make lifelong friendships with children and staff from around the world; earn academic credit for your experience; magnificent setting and first-rate facilities and equipment; only 20 minutes from Hanover, NH, home of Dartmouth College; daily transportation provided into town for staff days off Requirements: Wholesome staff with sound moral values who can consistently serve as positive role models for children; we do not tolerate drinking, smoking, inappropriate language or gestures, tattoos or body piercing (except for pierced ears); must have strong skills and related certifications in activities you will be teaching; must be at least l8 years old, outgoing, positive, well-adjusted, and be able to work well as a team-player!!
  • Website: www.camplochearn.com

Camp Cobbossee

Located: Winthrop, ME
Type: Residential boys' sports camp

E-mail Address: cobbachief@aol.com
Position Available: Various
Salary Range: $1200 and up
  • Positions Available: Sports Counselors- Baseball, Basketball, Soccer, Hockey, Lacrosse, Team Handball, Water-ski, Swim, Sail, Rock Climb, Camp/Hike. Plus, Camp Nurses (RNs), Secretaries.
  • Room & Board, Laundry, Travel expenses. Have fun, coach sports, make money, while spending the summer in a beautiful setting.
  • Located in Winthrop, Maine on the shores of beautiful Lake Cobbosseecontee.
  • Website: www.campcobbossee.com

Camp Waziyatah

Located: Waterford, ME
Type: Residential coed camp

E-mail Address: info@wazi.com
Position Available: Director of Waterfront
Salary Range: negotiable based on experience
  • Competitive salary, liberal time off, room, board, laundry, much more
  • Head department - staff, campers, and supplies
  • Wide range of waterfront activities heavily based on current staff skills.
  • Website: www.wazi.com

Camp Blue Bay

Located: East Hampton, NY
Type: Residential girls' camp

E-mail Address: bissettl@gsnc.org
Position Available: Waterfront Counselor
Salary Range: $1800-2400
  • days off
  • discounted camper fees for own children
  • proximity to East Hampton of the celebrities
  • Website: www.gsnc.org

YMCA Camp Mi-Te-Na

Located: Alton, NH
Type: Residential boys' camp

E-mail Address: dfarmer@gmfymca.org
Position Available: Cabin/ Activity Counselor
Salary Range: $230-320/week
  • Room, board and staff training
  • Working with 8-12 young women in a cabin setting for 7 weeks
  • Activities include: archery, ropes, swimming, tennis, drama, A & C's, climbing tower, and more
  • Website: www.campmitena.org

YMCA Camp Foss

Located: Manchester, NH
Type: Residential girls' camp

E-mail Address: dfarmer@gmfymca.org
Position Available: Cabin/ Activity Counselor
Salary Range: $230-320/week
  • Room, board and staff training
  • Working with 8-12 young women in a cabin setting for 7 weeks
  • Activities include: archery, ropes, swimming, tennis, drama, A & C's, climbing tower, and more
  • Website: www.campfoss.org

Gretna Glen Camp

Located: Lebanon, PA
Type: Residential coed camp

E-mail Address: gretglen@ptd.net
Position Available: Waterfront/Lifeguard
Salary Range: $160-210/wk
  • Weekly salary (dependant on age and experience) plus room and board with 24 hrs off each week.
  • Waterfront includes pool with 8 ft. deep end and row boats, canoes, and funyaks on our lake.
  • Lifeguards and waterfront director needed.
  • Website: www.gretnaglen.org

Camp Walden

Located: Denmark, ME
Type: Residential girls' camp

E-mail Address: WendyCohen@aol.com
Position Available: Counselor
Salary Range: $1300+
  • Salary, Transportation, Board & Lodging - (insurance optional)
  • We need counselors in all categories: Drama, Arts & Crafts, Riding, Waterront, Tennis, Swimming, Adventure Challenge, Land Sports, Gymnastics, Dance, Skiing, Canoeing, Sailing, Windsurfing, Trips.
  • Website: www.campwalden.com

Girl Scouts of Southeastern Pennsylvania

Located: Dingman's Ferry & Gilbertsville, PA
Type: Residential girls' camps

E-mail Address: dpotter@gssp.org
Position Available: Activity Specialists
Salary Range: $240-280/week
  • Teach swimming (must be a lifeguard), horseback riding, archery, nature, arts & crafts, boating, or high adventure/ outdoor skills.
  • Plan, conduct, and evaluate activities based on your specialty, and order new supplies if necessary.
  • Paid training (includes ARC First Aid/CPR), Room and Board, internships available.
  • Website: www.gssp.org

Kamp Kohut

Located: Oxford, ME
Type: Residential coed camp

E-mail Address: kampkohut@kampkohut.com
Position Available: Activity Specialist
Salary Range: $1500+
  • Benefits include: competitive salary, room, board, certification reimbursement, laundry, paid time off, college credit, travel allowance.
  • Activity Specialists teach a specific activity in one of our five departments (Land Sports, Waterfront, Arts, Media, & Outdoor Eduction).
  • Responsibilities include instructing classes, caring for children, living with children in a cabin, fully participating in all Kamp functions and having fun!
  • Website: www.kampkohut.com

Camp Virginia Jaycee, Inc.

Located: Blue Ridge, VA
Type: Residential coed camp

E-mail Address: crinker@campvirginiajaycee.com
Position Available: Counselors
Salary Range: $1980-$2220
  • Live in cabins with campers and supervise daily living skills of campers. Participate and encourage campers during daily activities. Traditional camping activities: horseback riding, swimming, sports, arts & crafts, boating & fishing, music. 1 to 3 staff to camper ratio.
  • 11 weeks employment, one week bonus if contract completed. 20 - $500 scholarships for best staff.
  • Room & board included. Also seeking instructors, cabin heads, cooks, health care provider.
  • Website: www.campvirginiajaycee.com

Camp Kiniya

Located: Colchester, VT
Type: Residential girls' camp

E-mail Address: Marnieatkiniya@aol.com
Position Available: Activity Counselors
Salary Range: $1500-2300
  • Activity counselors needed at girls camp with coed staff on beautiful Lake Champlain in Colchester, VT in Archery, Canoe, Sailing, Swimming, Horseback Riding, Tennis & much more.
  • Very competitive salary including room & board in a fun, supportive work environment.
  • Please check out our website to learn more.
  • Website: www.kiniya.com

Camp Robin Hood for boys and girls

Located: Freedom, NH
Type: Residential camp with separate activities for boys and girls

E-mail Address: john@camprobinhood.com
Position Available: Coaches/Instructors
Salary Range: Negotiable
  • Tennis Director, Qualified Instructors & Players. Certified Lifeguards, Boating and Water Ski Instructors.
  • 300 Campers · 110 Counselor/Staff
  • Located in the foothills of the White Mountains, 200 acres on Broad Bay of Lake Ossipee
  • Website: www.camprobinhood.com

YMCA Camp Kon-O-Kwee/ Spencer

Located: Fombell, PA
Type: Residential coed camp

E-mail Address: info@ycamps.org
Position Available: Counselor
Salary Range: $1100 + room, board & meals included
  • We have openings for cabin counselors and program area staff. You must stay at camp during your employment.
  • Counselors stay in the cabins with the kids during their stay and program staff works at boating, swimming, pool, horse program, high ropes, outdoor living skills.
  • We operate for 6 weeks starting June 22 thru August 7, 2004.
  • Website: www.ycamps.org

Camp Lake Greeley

Located: Greeley, PA
Type: Residential coed camp

E-mail Address: info@lakegreeley.com
Position Available: Counselors/Instructors
Salary Range: $1300-2000
  • Lake Greeley Camp is a traditional, co-ed sleep away camp located in the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania. We are looking to hire 100+ counselors/ instructors for the summer of 2002. We need top calibre college age students who enjoy working with children between the ages of 6-15 and have experience teaching any of the activities listed below. If you are ready for the experience of your life, please get in touch with us here at 1-800-743-675 or visit our web-site where you will find an on-line application www.lakegreeley.com
  • We have the following positions available: Archery, Aerobics, Arts & Crafts, Baseball, Basketball, Canoeing, Challenge/Rope Courses, Cheerleading, Chess, Dance, Fabric Factory, Field Hockey, Fishing, Football, Golf, Hiking, Kayaking, Lacrosse, Martial Arts, Mountain Biking, Music; Guitar & Keyboards, Nature, Newspaper, Photography, Radio, Riflery, Rock Climbing, Rocketry, Roller Blading, Roller/Street Hockey, Sailing, Singing, Soccer, Softball, Swim Recreation, Volleyball, Weights, Windsurfing, Woodworking and Zip-line. Adventure Activities, ATV·s (4 Wheelers), Ceramics/Pottery, Delaware River Rafting, Biking Trips, Flying Trapeze, Gymnastics, Horseback; English/Western, Scuba Diving, Swim Instruction, Tennis and Theater.
  • In addition to your salaray, you will receive free board, 3 meals a day, free laundry service and tipping is permitted.
  • Website: www.lakegreeley.com

Island Lake Sports and Arts Center

Located: Starrucca, PA
Type: Residential coed camp

E-mail Address: info@islandlake.com
Position Available: Counselor
Salary Range: $1800-2200
  • Have the summer of your life at a prestigious coed sleepaway camp in the beautiful Pocono Mountains of Pennsylavania, 2 1/2 hours from NYC.
  • We specialize in sports, theatre, arts, dance, horseback, magic, science, waterfront, pioneering, and circus.
  • Website: www.islandlake.com

Allegheny Camp

Located: Tyrone, PA
Type: Residential girls' camp

E-mail Address: bestcamp@grier.org
Position Available: Counselors/Activity Specialists
Salary Range: $1350-$1850/ 7 weeks
  • Provide direct care for group of 6-8 girls in dormitory.
  • Teach daily activities in horseback riding, dance, art, drama, swimming, sports, singing, nature, cheerleading, etc.
  • Must be female, at least 18 years old.
  • Website: www.alleghenycamp.org

Camp Skimino

Located: Williamsburg, VA
Type: Residential Girl Scout camp

E-mail Address: janetr@gsccc.com
Position Available: Lifeguard
Salary Range: $175 and up depending on certifications
  • Make friends from around the world and be a role model for young girls.
  • Lifeguards work at pool and pond.
  • Most weekends off
  • Website: www.gsccc.com

Sandy Hill Camp

Located: North East, MD
Type: Residential coed camp

E-mail Address: sandyhillc@aol.com
Position Available: Activity Specialists
Salary Range: $2100+
  • WEEKENDS OFF! Located on 216 scenic acres on the Chesapeake Bay. Half-way between Baltimore and Philadelphia. One of Maryland's largest summer camps with a wide variety of activities for campers. Required dates: June 4 to August 20, 2004. Looking for staff with a servant's heart who are great role models for kids ages 8-16.
  • WATERFRONT STAFF: sailing, waterskiing, canoeing, swimming, lifeguard (will certify LG); CREATIVE ARTS STAFF: drawing, crafts, magic, photography, cooking, musical theater, dance, & more
  • EQUESTRIAN STAFF: horse care, riding lessons, trail rides - 19 horses; SPORTS/ROPES STAFF: climbing, team-building, archery, various sports, mtn biking, tumbling (will train on ropes course and archery)
  • Website: www.sandyhill.org

Camp Canadensis

Located: Wyncote, PA
Type: Residential coed camp

E-mail Address: camp4you@aol.com
Position Available: General/ Specialty Counselor
Salary Range: $1500+
  • Camp Canadensis is a co-ed, 8-week summer camp for children between the ages of 7-16. It is located in the beautiful Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania on 1000 acres of private land two hours from New York City and Philadelphia.
  • We are looking for an energetic, qualified and caring staff to teach all general athletics; WSI and Lifeguards, sailing, water skiing, jet skiing, and windsurfing, scuba; gymnastics; mountain bikes; motor bikes; outdoor adventure; ropes; climbing, arts & crafts; including ceramics, drawing and painting, and sewing, cooking and much more!
  • Room, Board & Laundry included
  • Website: www.canadensis.com

Camp Shane

Located: Ferndale, NY
Type: Residential, coed, weight-reduction camp

E-mail Address: office@campshane.com
Position Available: Specialist & General Counselors
Salary Range: $900-2000
  • Aerobics, Archery, Basketball, Calisthenics, Canoeing, Gym, Weight Lifting, La Cross, Ropes, Soccer, Softball, Street Hockey, Sailing, Swimming, Tae-Bo, Tennis, Volleyball, Water Skiing, Arts & Crafts, Tie-dye, Ceramics, Leather Craft, Dance, Dramatics, Newspaper, Photography, Piano, Silk Screen, Theater, Needle Craft, Woodworking, Computers, Camping, Hiking, General, Paintball, Go-carts, and Camp Radio.
  • Shane's warm and homelike atmosphere is devoted to children who want to lose weight. Founded in 1968, the camp is located in the magnificent Catskill Mountains of New York, only 1˝ hours from New York City. Our outstanding facilities feature all of the following exciting activities: Go-carts, Dune Buggies Computers, Video Games, Rocketry, Riflery, Water-sports on a nine mile lake, Canoeing, a solar heated, Olympic size Pool, Dance, Aerobics, Music, Theater, all Sports, Woodworking, Sewing, Ceramics, Arts & Crafts, Silk-screening, Body Building, Jogging, Ropes Course, plus much, much more.
  • The benefits of Shane go beyond the salaries! Sun, fun, great friends, great memories, great times for staff that are willing to work their tails off. Be part of a great team that will make a difference. Experience the joys of changing children·s lives. Join 150 staff for unique summer. Live in modern cabins with campers. Room, board and laundry included! Call today for an application. (914) 271-4141 or (817) 410-8010 or visit our web site www.campshane.com
  • Website: www.campshane.com

Roaring Brook Camp for Boys

Located: Bradford, VT
Type: Residential boys' camp

E-mail Address: rainest@sover.net
Position Available: CHALLENGE WILDERNESS Outdoor Skills Instructors
Salary Range: $2000-3000
  • Male 21+- Rock Climb- lead 5:8+/own rack; Rifle-ex-military/ROTC pref.; Kayak- LGT pref.; Swim/Canoe- LGT req.; Crafts-Wood/Blacksmith- we will train; Fish/Fly-Tying
  • All staff live with campers; teach basic outdoor skills such as outdoor cooking, map and compass and camping techniques; teach in specialty field; lead backpacking trips and assist with canoe trip. A true outdoor adventure for campers and staff, no hype, just a real wilderness setting. An experience for men who enjoy taking personal challenges and getting physically fit.
  • North Americans owing a car highly valued; must have own med. insurance. Unable to accomodate vegetarians.
  • Website: www.roaringbrookcamp.com

YMCA Camp Conrad Weiser

Located: Wernersville, PA
Type: Residential coed camp

E-mail Address: ycamps@smymca.org
Position Available: Swimming Director
Salary Range: $1800-2200
  • WSI, LG certifications required
  • At least 21 years old
  • Previous experience in supervision of swim lesson programs and stall supervision
  • Website: www.smymca.org

Camp Green Lane

Located: Green Lane, PA
Type: Residential coed camp

E-mail Address: megcgl@greenlane.com
Position Available: Specialist/ Counselor
Salary Range: $1200-2000
  • Have the best of both worlds. Teach an activity during the day and get to hang with the kids in the evening.
  • Specialist activities include: swimming, gymnastics, driver, tennis, golf, ropes course, arts and crafts, and overnight camping/mountain bikes.
  • Website: www.greenlane.com

Camp Airy

Located: Thurmont, MD
Type: Residential boys' camp

E-mail Address: airlou@airylouise.org
Position Available: Counselor
Salary Range: Competitive Camp Salaries
  • Supervise with a co-counselor a bunk of 12-14 boys ranging in age from 7-17 (you select the age you prefer).
  • Instruct/ assist in the Department area of your choice: swim, athletics, outdoor living, hiking, photo, crafts, drama, music, video, radio.
  • Benefits include seven 24-hour days off and seven nights off, room, board, laundry service, travel stipend, internships.
  • Website: www.airylouise.org

Raquette Lake Camps

Located: Raquette Lake, NY
Type: Residential camp with separate sessions for boys and girls

E-mail Address: director@raquettelake.com
Position Available: Counselor
Salary Range: Negotiable
  • Tennis instructor · clay and hard tennis courts. Run by USPTA professional. Looking for males and females.
  • Swim instructor · LGT, SWI, CPR. Looking for both males and females.
  • General counselor · fun, energetic people looking to have a fun summer with children.
  • Website: www.raquettelake.com

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