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Nature Day Camp Volunteer Crew Leader
Status: Full time, Seasonal
Application Deadline: January 30, 2026
Inspire children to build a lifelong, meaningful relationship with the natural world as you help them to catch frogs at the pond, create a miniature homestead village in the woods or learn how to paddle on a river.
Job Summary Seeking crew leaders, ages 16 years and older, to join a team of creative, energetic professionals who work together to connect children with nature through educational, recreational, and cultural experiences. CNC is searching for candidates with a passion for making a difference in the lives of children by providing powerful, dynamic programs outdoors. Your responsibilities include organizing lunchtime activities, leading community-building events, managing volunteers, and providing essential support to counselors and camp groups. They will help support various activities in field ecology, historic farm life, sensory awareness, wildlife studies, and nature crafts. Canoeing, kayaking, and overnight camping trips are also included in some programs. Campers attend programs from 9:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Objective To assist the Leadership Team in developing and implementing all camp programming to support and strengthen campers’ relationships with the natural world.
Duties and Responsibilities
Supervise campers, ensuring their safety and well-being
Follow and enforce all camp policies, rules and regulations
Provide first aid to campers according to camp policy
Help plan all camp gatherings (lunchtime activities & community gatherings)
Provide a Monday orientation for middle and high school volunteers [Counselors-in-Training (CITs)]; organize and supervise volunteers during lunchtime activities, including recycling and games
Communicate regularly with Counselors and the Leadership Team
Help organize and direct parents and campers on the first day of camp
Participate in pre-camp and on-going trainings
Other duties as assigned by the Camp Director or Assistant Director
Required Qualifications
Minimum age 16 years
Experience working with children in a formal setting (camp, after-school programs, scouts, sports, etc.)
Experience and desire to work in an outdoor setting
First aid and CPR certifications (or ability to become certified)
Physically able to lift 50 pounds
Ability to work varied hours, including some evenings
Preferred Qualifications
Natural science knowledge
Experience teaching in an outdoor setting
Knowledge of local natural resources (ecology, identification of birds, plants, etc.)
Schedule Paid staff training: May 26 – June 2 and June 29 – July 1. Camp sessions run June 3 through August 7 with no camp July 2–3. Exit evaluations and clean up days will be Aug 10–12. Volunteer Crew Leaders will be required to work two training weeks and four additional weeks throughout the summer season. The scheduled weeks will be assigned before May 13th, 2026, for a total of six paid weeks.
Salary & Benefits Starting salary is $500 per week ($12.50/hr) with additional stipends for overnight camps ($75/night in the field), staff uniform, CNC membership, 20% discount in Nature Center Store, 10% discount on program fees.
Status Full time, seasonal
Application Procedure Send cover letter and resume to Steve Frisbee, Camp Director, at
sfrisbee@chippewanaturecenter.org
or 400 S Badour Road, Midland, MI 48640.
Application Deadline February 13, 2026 (Interviews will be held by invitation February 25, 2026)
Overview CNC is a nonprofit, environmental education organization. Its mission is to connect all people to nature through educational, recreational and cultural experiences. The 2,000-acre property includes woodlands, fields, ponds and rivers. CNC’s facilities consist of a Visitor Center with Ecosystem Gallery, classrooms and Nature Center store; an 1870s Homestead Farm complex; Nature Preschool; an arboretum and over 19 miles of nature trails. See
www.chippewanaturecenter.org
for more information.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement Chippewa Nature Center is committed to creating a workplace and visitor experience where all people feel valued for their unique attributes, characteristics, and perspectives. Staff, volunteers, program participants, visitors, and all those who engage with the nature center are invited to fully connect with CNC regardless of their race, color, age, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, ability, marital status, political affiliation, or parental status. Through ongoing learning, training, and listening, CNC strives to welcome all people.
Equal Opportunity Employment CNC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, height, weight, handicap or disability, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable state or federal laws.
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Nature Day Camp Volunteer Crew Leader
Status: Full time, Seasonal
Application Deadline: January 30, 2026
Inspire children to build a lifelong, meaningful relationship with the natural world as you help them to catch frogs at the pond, create a miniature homestead village in the woods or learn how to paddle on a river.
Job Summary Seeking crew leaders, ages 16 years and older, to join a team of creative, energetic professionals who work together to connect children with nature through educational, recreational, and cultural experiences. CNC is searching for candidates with a passion for making a difference in the lives of children by providing powerful, dynamic programs outdoors. Your responsibilities include organizing lunchtime activities, leading community-building events, managing volunteers, and providing essential support to counselors and camp groups. They will help support various activities in field ecology, historic farm life, sensory awareness, wildlife studies, and nature crafts. Canoeing, kayaking, and overnight camping trips are also included in some programs. Campers attend programs from 9:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Objective To assist the Leadership Team in developing and implementing all camp programming to support and strengthen campers’ relationships with the natural world.
Duties and Responsibilities
Supervise campers, ensuring their safety and well-being
Follow and enforce all camp policies, rules and regulations
Provide first aid to campers according to camp policy
Help plan all camp gatherings (lunchtime activities & community gatherings)
Provide a Monday orientation for middle and high school volunteers [Counselors-in-Training (CITs)]; organize and supervise volunteers during lunchtime activities, including recycling and games
Communicate regularly with Counselors and the Leadership Team
Help organize and direct parents and campers on the first day of camp
Participate in pre-camp and on-going trainings
Other duties as assigned by the Camp Director or Assistant Director
Required Qualifications
Minimum age 16 years
Experience working with children in a formal setting (camp, after-school programs, scouts, sports, etc.)
Experience and desire to work in an outdoor setting
First aid and CPR certifications (or ability to become certified)
Physically able to lift 50 pounds
Ability to work varied hours, including some evenings
Preferred Qualifications
Natural science knowledge
Experience teaching in an outdoor setting
Knowledge of local natural resources (ecology, identification of birds, plants, etc.)
Schedule Paid staff training: May 26 – June 2 and June 29 – July 1. Camp sessions run June 3 through August 7 with no camp July 2–3. Exit evaluations and clean up days will be Aug 10–12. Volunteer Crew Leaders will be required to work two training weeks and four additional weeks throughout the summer season. The scheduled weeks will be assigned before May 13th, 2026, for a total of six paid weeks.
Salary & Benefits Starting salary is $500 per week ($12.50/hr) with additional stipends for overnight camps ($75/night in the field), staff uniform, CNC membership, 20% discount in Nature Center Store, 10% discount on program fees.
Status Full time, seasonal
Application Procedure Send cover letter and resume to Steve Frisbee, Camp Director, at
sfrisbee@chippewanaturecenter.org
or 400 S Badour Road, Midland, MI 48640.
Application Deadline February 13, 2026 (Interviews will be held by invitation February 25, 2026)
Overview CNC is a nonprofit, environmental education organization. Its mission is to connect all people to nature through educational, recreational and cultural experiences. The 2,000-acre property includes woodlands, fields, ponds and rivers. CNC’s facilities consist of a Visitor Center with Ecosystem Gallery, classrooms and Nature Center store; an 1870s Homestead Farm complex; Nature Preschool; an arboretum and over 19 miles of nature trails. See
www.chippewanaturecenter.org
for more information.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement Chippewa Nature Center is committed to creating a workplace and visitor experience where all people feel valued for their unique attributes, characteristics, and perspectives. Staff, volunteers, program participants, visitors, and all those who engage with the nature center are invited to fully connect with CNC regardless of their race, color, age, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, ability, marital status, political affiliation, or parental status. Through ongoing learning, training, and listening, CNC strives to welcome all people.
Equal Opportunity Employment CNC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, height, weight, handicap or disability, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable state or federal laws.
Additional Postings available from Chippewa Nature Center
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