Work on the edge of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness in Ely, Minnesota. Be part of a modern outfitting operation and our close-knit, inclusive community dedicated to creating life-changing wilderness experiences for guests while protecting the Wilderness for future generations.

Responsibilities Include:

• Monitoring food inventory, ordering food from various vendors, and ensuring sufficient stock throughout the season.
• Communicating with guests about dietary restrictions and reasonable accommodations.
• Organizing and accurately packing food for BWCAW trips based on guest submitted menus. 
• Keeping food packout and storage areas clean and in accordance with all applicable state and federal food safety standards. 

Qualifications

• Ability to commit to employment between May 1 and Oct. 1.
• Strong initiative and ability to work independently.
• Ability to work weekends, as necessary.
• Ability to lift and move 20 to 40 pounds regularly, and sometimes more than 50 pounds. 
• Knowledge of and desire to share wilderness tripping skills and information.
• Genuine interest in wilderness adventure, and helping our guests have successful wilderness experiences.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay.
• Extremely flexible schedule.
• Potential subsidized housing in Ely, Minnesota, just outside of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, the most visited Wilderness area in the country.
• Access to canoes and gear on days off.
• Abundant recreational opportunities in the Boundary Waters and Superior National Forest including day and overnight canoe trips, fishing, hiking, backpacking and stand up paddle boarding.