Jameson Ranch Camp
(June, July, August)
Summer Ranch Camp Counselor – Fishing, Western Horsemanship, or Lifeguarding
Location: Working ranch–based summer camp in Glennville, CA
Season: Summer: June 6- August 9, 2026
Looking to spend your summer outdoors, working with kids, animals, water, and wide-open spaces? Our ranch-based summer camp is hiring seasonal counselors with strong skills in fishing, western horseback riding, or lifeguarding to help lead programs grounded in ranch life, land stewardship, and outdoor education.
This is not a dude ranch and not farm labor—but it is a real working ranch setting where horses, water, trails, and the rhythms of rural life shape each day. Counselors live on site, work closely with campers, and help translate ranch skills into meaningful learning experiences.
Counselor Specializations
🎣 Fishing Counselor
- Teach freshwater fishing fundamentals: casting, knot-tying, lure selection, fish handling, and conservation ethics
- Supervise campers on ponds and streams, emphasizing safety and patience
- Maintain basic fishing equipment and assist with program setup
🐎 Western Horsemanship Counselor
- Strong horse skills required
- Lead western riding instruction, grooming, tacking, groundwork, and arena/trail rides
- Monitor horse health and behavior during daily programs
- Work collaboratively with the barn team to maintain a safe, calm, and respectful horse program
🏊 Lifeguard Counselor
- Maintain active lifeguard certification
- Supervise swimming and waterfront activities in a natural ranch setting
- Enforce safety protocols while creating a confident, fun environment for campers
- Participate fully in cabin life and general counselor responsibilities
General Responsibilities (All Roles)
- Supervise and mentor campers ages [range], serving as a positive role model
- Live and work in a close-knit residential camp community
- Support cabin routines, meals, evening programs, and camp events
- Help campers develop independence, responsibility, and respect for others and the land
- Uphold camp safety policies and behavioral expectations
What This Job Is
- Teaching outdoor and ranch-adjacent skills to kids
- Long days outside, in heat, dust, water, and weather
- Physical, active, people-centered work
- A community-driven summer with real responsibility
What This Job Is Not
- Farmhand or agricultural production work
- A guest ranch or tourism role
- A casual summer hangout
Ideal Candidates
- Experience working with children or teens
- Comfort living communally in a rural setting
- Strong skills in fishing, western riding, or lifeguarding (certification required where applicable)
- Calm, safety-minded, and dependable
- Willingness to pitch in wherever needed
Compensation & Benefits
- Seasonal salary (plus room and board)
- All meals provided
- Housing on a working ranch property
- Time off between sessions
- Professional references and leadership experience
If you’re drawn to ranch landscapes, outdoor skills, and meaningful work with kids—and you’re ready for a summer that’s demanding, rewarding, and real—we’d love to hear from you.
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Email
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Phone
661-381-1572
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