Day Rafting Guide

About the role

Morrison’s Rogue Wilderness Adventures and Lodge, located in the heart of southern Oregon, has been providing exceptional experiences on the Rogue River since 1946. We are a seasonal business, operating from mid-May to October, with off-season preparations from November through mid-May. We are seeking professional guides to deliver exceptional day trips on the Recreation section of the Rogue River (Robertson Bridge to Argo), both half and full-day trips, for our guests.

Responsibilities

• Safely navigate oar and/or paddle rafts down the Recreation section (Robertson Bridge to Grave Creek) of the Rogue River.
• Work positively with other team members to implement all aspects of a trip from pack-up to clean-up, ensuring a safe, meaningful, and memorable experience for guests.
• Engage and respond to guests in a positive, friendly, and supportive manner, meeting their expressed and unexpressed needs.
• Provide meaningful interpretation to guests on natural and cultural history topics pertinent to the trip, such as geology, Wild and Scenic Rivers, early homesteaders, and Pacific salmon.
• Take care of MRWA’s equipment and facilities.
• Professionally represent MRWA and its Mission, Vision, and Values.
• Follow all policies and procedures as outlined in the MRWA Guide Manual.

Requirements

• Legally allowed to work in the United States.
• At least one year of previous commercial whitewater guiding experience; both oar and paddle rafts preferred.
• A current First Aid certification with CPR.
• Physically fit, able to work long hours in the field and lift and carry heavy objects over awkward terrain.
• Willing and eager to interact positively with a range of age groups, from small children to seniors.

Qualifications

• A positive, supportive team player.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Experience in guest services or group leadership preferred.

Pay

We offer extremely competitive industry pay rates.