Thank you for your interest in becoming a Shoestring Adventures 2018 Ambassador!
According to our 2017 community survey, “I don’t know anyone” is 1 of the top 5 barriers to getting outdoors. In 2018, join our efforts to break that barrier as a Shoestring Adventures Ambassador! Help us create even more opportunities to connect with like-minded people by leading group hikes in your local community.
Role
- Volunteer to lead a minimum of 4 group hikes in 2018 on your favorite local trails in Southern California.
- Advocate responsible enjoyment of the outdoors and hiker safety
- Practice Leave No Trace principles
- Be a Shoestring Adventures Ambassador and bring to life our values and culture
Pre-Hike Responsibilities
- Complete our Submit a Hike Form at least 3 weeks prior to your event. Be as accurate and detailed as possible to give hikers appropriate expectations.
Day of Hike Responsibilities
- Arrive early enough to be ready to hike at the start time.
- Welcome hikers as they arrive.
- Be sensitive to late arrivals. Allow a 15-minute grace period.
- Icebreaker: Introduce yourself with your name and the answer to an icebreaker question; invite the other participants to do the same.
- Ask everyone if they signed the waiver and let them know that this protects you as a host, so it’s important that they sign it.
- Review the hike statistics and route. Make sure everyone is prepared with enough water and proper clothing and gear.
- Briefly review Shoestring Adventures Community Guidelines – No Hiker Left Behind, Leave No Trace and safety first
Qualifications
- Knowledge of local trail systems
- Current Wilderness First Aid/CPR Certification
- Southern California resident (between Los Angeles and San Diego)
Perks
- Get complimentary Shoestring Adventures Club Membership ($55 value)
- Become a member of the private SA Family Facebook group to connect with and gain support from fellow leaders.
- Gain valuable leadership experience on your resume
- Enjoy unlimited networking opportunities with like-minded people from diverse backgrounds
- You will have the opportunity to join our Shoestring Adventures Affiliate Program, which allows you to earn a commission on sales you refer for upcoming trips and official merchandise. You will also receive a custom coupon code for upcoming trips to share with our friends and family.
Training
- Attend a group day hike within 1 month of onboarding to shadow an experienced leader.
- New leaders may be asked to lead beginner hikes to learn the ropes and gain confidence before leading intermediate and advanced level hikes.
Apply
- Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis through March 16, 2018. If we feel you are a good fit, we will contact you to schedule a phone interview. Thanks for applying!