The Youth Youth are recruited on an open application process. Any person from age 14-19 who lives in South Central Colorado is encouraged to apply. All applicants are required to fill out an application and provide two letters of recommendation. All participate in an interview prior to selection. In addition to gaining technical knowledge, this crew will also learn important leadership skills that will make them competitive in the growing wilderness expedition industry.
Pay is dependent upon experience.
The Environmental Youth Corps hires males and females crew leaders, who are over the age of 21 and who have current basic first aid and CPR certification. Crew leaders must have experience working with youth and in backpacking. Trail building, construction, or other manual labor experience is preferred but not required. Applicants with teaching experience are strongly encouraged to apply. Compensation for staff is dependent upon experience.