Multi-Day Whitewater 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 seeking professional guides to deliver unforgettable adventures for our guests during our on-season (June–September, with a training trip in May). Our season runs from mid-May to October, with off-season operations limited to reservations and preparations.

As a guide, you’ll play a vital role in creating meaningful memories for guests through whitewater rafting, hiking, fishing, and lodge-based experiences. We require a high level of dedication and professionalism to maintain our above-standard service in the hospitality industry.

Responsibilities

• Safely navigate oar and/or paddle rafts down the Wild and Scenic section (Grave Creek to Foster Bar) of the Rogue River.
• Demonstrate excellent risk management capability in remote settings.
• Collaborate with team members to execute all aspects of an MRWA trip, from pack-up to clean-up, ensuring a safe, meaningful, and memorable experience for guests.
• Engage with guests in a positive, friendly, and supportive manner, addressing both expressed and unexpressed needs.
• Provide meaningful interpretation of natural and cultural history topics, such as geology, Wild and Scenic Rivers, early homesteaders, and Pacific salmon.
• Host guests at lodges and lead activities, including hikes, games, storytelling, or campfire music.
• Prepare tasty, appealing riverside lunches and occasional camping breakfasts and dinners.
• Maintain MRWA’s equipment and facilities.
• Professionally represent MRWA’s Mission, Vision, and Values.
• Follow all policies and procedures outlined in the MRWA Guide Manual.
• Act as a steward of the natural world by adhering to Leave No Trace practices.
• Perform other duties as needed, including a minimum of 15 hours of off-river warehouse work each season.

Requirements

• Legally allowed to work in the United States.
• At least four years of previous commercial whitewater guiding experience; multi-day experience and experience with both oar and paddle rafts preferred.
• A current 36-hour minimum or higher advanced First Aid certification (WEC, WAFA, WFR, WEMT, EMT preferred) along with current CPR.
• Certified Swiftwater Rescue Technician 1 or higher at some point in your professional career.
• Physically fit, able to work long hours in the field and lift/carry heavy objects over awkward terrain.
• Willing and eager to interact positively with guests of all ages, from children to seniors.

Qualifications (Preferred)

• Experience in guest services or group leadership.
• Academic or professional background (or equivalent experience) in natural science, western American history, environmental education, or conservation-related fields.
• A positive, supportive team player with excellent verbal communication skills.

Pay

We offer extremely competitive industry pay rates.