Retreat Assistant

Whole Life Elevation is seeking volunteer assistants to support two women's backpacking trips with 7-8 participants in 2024. This is a great opportunity for those on a budget looking to connect with nature in a group experience. Looking for people with excellent communication skills to help with light cooking, group dynamics, and camp responsibilities. In exchange, you’ll get to fully participate in the experience valued at $550-800 free of charge (does not include personal gear such as backpack and sleeping bag).

Trip dates:

September 17th-19th I Am Enough: Superior Hiking Trail Minnesota

October 3rd-6th Wild Heart: Porcupine Mountains Michigan

Responsibilities:

-greet participants and check people in

-assist lead guide with tasks such as organizing gear, cooking, setting up, and clean-up

-check gear in and out

-collaborate with meal preparation and offer meal ideas

Desired Qualities and Skills:

-excellent communication skills with a high level of respect for participants who may be new to backpacking or wilderness travel

-ability to create a warm and welcoming space for participants

-generally maintain a positive attitude, sense of humor, and high degree of emotional intelligence

-ability to prep meals when given instructions, bonus if can take charge to plan a few meals and bring meals to the next level

Desired Experience:

-participated in at least 3 wilderness expeditions/trips at least 2 nights each such as backpacking, BWCA, wilderness kayaking, etc

-1-3+ years of experience working with or leading groups

You do not need to be available for both trips.  We will seriously consider candidates who are available for just one trip. The ideal candidates would also be based near or easily travel to the Twin Cities to help with pre-trip prep (about 8 hours) which may include measuring out portions, taste-testing meals, or organizing gear. Please apply by July 15th for full consideration. To apply fill out the form here.