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Opportunity Details

Bike and Boat Safety Guide

Wildlands Conservancy is seeking volunteer Bike & Boat Adventure Guides to be part of a dynamic team that will guide students and the community on the Lehigh River and canal, educating participants on the importance of being stewards of our natural world. These guides will assist students and community members in learning how to paddle safely, exploring the natural wonders of the Lehigh River, the industrial use of the river and canal, and proper bike handling. This is a physically challenging but also physically rewarding opportunity that is a perfect way to spend the summer on the river. Many of our current volunteers have been part of the Bike and Boat community for a decade or longer.

Requirements:

  • Be 18 years of age or older.
  • Experience as an advanced paddler and/or cyclist, with the ability to comfortably teach others.
  • Work on a seasonal, part-time, as-needed basis with an emphasis on weekends.
  • To anticipate and troubleshoot challenging problems.
  • Compassion, empathy, patience, and an unwavering sense of humor, while thinking on your feet and communicating with your head.
  • To enjoy sharing your passion for adventure with others.
  • Ability to physically lift, move, and load canoes and bikes.
  • Excellent verbal communication skills - the ability to deal professionally with all customers and colleagues.
  • To remain calm and confident during potentially stressful situations.
  • Knowledge and experience with recreational aquatic activities such as canoeing, kayaking, river snorkeling, and bicycling.
  • Possession of current CPR/ First Aid and AED Certification or willingness to obtain is required.
  • Willingness to obtain; Pennsylvania State Police Criminal History Clearance, Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance, FBI Criminal History Clearance is required.
The opportunity date and time you are looking for is no longer available.
Environment
Families, Visitors & Travelers, Children and Youth

Age Minimum (with Adult): 18+, Minimum Age:18+

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Volunteer Center of the Lehigh Valley, 25 West 3rd Street, Bethlehem, PA 18015, 610-807-0336, vc@volunteerlv.org

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