Head Guide — The Chilko Experience
Multi-season commitment required | $1,000–$1,250/week (depending on experience) + overtime + tips

The Chilko Experience | Chilcotin Region, British Columbia (Remote, On-site)

Season: May – end of October
Compensation: $1,000–$1,250 per week (40 hours) + overtime + tips
Includes: Accommodation (ensuite bedroom or glamping tent) + meals + use of facilities
Commitment: We are seeking someone able to commit to multiple seasons (2–3+ preferred)

Join Us This Season!

If you're available and keen to get a feel for Chilko before committing to 2027, we'd love to welcome the right candidate to join our team for the tail end of this season — late September through to early October. It's a wonderful time of year to be here, with bear season in full swing and some truly spectacular wilderness experiences on offer. This is not a requirement, but for the right person it's a fantastic opportunity to hit the ground running ahead of next year.

About Chilko

The Chilko Experience is a boutique wilderness lodge in British Columbia's Chilcotin region, offering guests an unforgettable experience in untouched wilderness — wildlife, adventure, fine dining, and warm, personal hosting. Our guides play a huge role in shaping the guest experience. Guided activities include lake and river tours, fishing, bear viewing, hiking, ATVing, archery, axe-throwing and kayaking.

The Role

We're looking for a skilled and personable Head Guide to lead our guiding operation. This role is ideal for someone who is highly organised, deeply passionate about nature, and confident delivering high-end guest experiences — both on the water and on land.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead and support guiding operations across the season
- Deliver exceptional guest experiences with a calm, professional, safety-first approach
- Fishing guiding (fly-fishing and spin fishing)



— instruction, technique support, guest management and enthusiasm
- Boat operation and guest safety on the water
- Trip planning and daily organisation (timing, gear, guest expectations, contingency plans)
- Communicate clearly with management, your team and relevant departments to support smooth daily operations
- Maintain guiding equipment readiness and ensure guests are properly outfitted
- Uphold Chilko's standards of hospitality, professionalism and safety at all times

Required Skills & Qualifications

- Previous guiding experience
- Strong fishing skills and experience guiding or instructing guests
- Valid boat licence and confidence operating boats safely
- First Aid certification required (Wilderness First Aid strongly preferred)
- Excellent organisation and communication skills
- Customer service oriented, professional and personable
- Genuine passion for nature, wildlife and responsible outdoor recreation
- Comfortable living and working in a remote, team-based environment
- Must be able to commit to multiple seasons

Bonus (Nice to Have)

- Previous head guide or lead guide experience
- Experience guiding in remote luxury lodge settings
- Knowledge of local ecosystems, wildlife and interpretation skills

To Apply

Please send your resume and a short cover letter to [email protected] including:

- Why you'd be a outstanding fit at Chilko
- Your certifications (First Aid, Wilderness First Aid, boating credentials)
- Your availability for the season and confirmation of multi-season commitment
- Whether you'd be available to join us for the end of this season (late September/early October 2026)

Please note: All applicants must have the right to work in Canada. We are unable to sponsor work visas at this time.

Job Types: Permanent, Seasonal

Pay: $1,000.00-$1,250.00 per week

Experience:

- Guiding: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Head Wilderness Guide (Canada)
🏢 The Chilko Experience
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