Wrangler, Packer | Oregon, United States

About the Job

Full time June thru August, can run longer (FT OR PT) into Oct. Mostly Wrangling and Packing. Stock care & feeding. Other various duties such as firewood, hauling/stacking hay, trail clearing, etc., as needed or requested.

Responsibilities

Stay at trailhead & care for stock. Meet guests & interact with them. Catch & saddle mounts. Make up loads & load pack animals ( typically just 1 or 2 unless helping with larger pack trip). Put guests on their mounts & take them & the pack animals 8 miles to Backcountry lodge. (Or the reverse - take stock to lodge to bring guests out). May need to lead long "empty" strings one way or the other. May assist with pack trips or other packing as needed.

Requirements

Must have experience in caring for stick, catching, saddling, making up loads & slinging them, leading pack string etc. Also, interacting with guests, leading trail rides on your own in a safe and enjoyable manner. Driving trucks & trailers a bonus. Must be comfortable on your own for extended periods. Please send resume or introductory email with applicable experience to email noted. Or call phone # listed.

Pay and Benefits

Pay starts at $2000/mo. Food & hosting at trailhead provided. Employee responsible for their own transportation or off-site meals. May allow own horse or dog in select situations. Ask us if you have one you want to bring.