The head naturalist performs the same duties as the field naturalist with the addition of being responsible for the operation of the program in the absence of the director. The head naturalist is responsible for teaching a group of 8 - 12 students about the local environment in various study sites including the tide pools, sand dunes, redwood forest and pygmy forest.
Naturalists assist with evening programs and camp operations.
Additional duties include being the liason with the visiting teachers, keeping the schedule on time, assisting with problems in the field and assisting in conducting the staff training. Other duties may be specified by the camp director. Previous supervisory experience is desirable.