Bar 717 Ranch/Camp Trinity
UPDATES: Hiring for Summer 2025!
Hiring:
Camp Counselors
Our staff are the most important part of Camp. We’re eager to hire people who will thrive in a child-oriented, outdoor environment. Counselors are role models, leaders, organizers, substitute parents, motivators, big brothers or sisters and friends who, through their thoughts and actions, exemplify positive character and values.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum age 19 by June 8, 2025
Passion for working with youth
Quick learner with strong problem solving skills
Strong interpersonal skills and collaborative attitude
Accepting of diversity in culture, race, sexual orientation, religion, gender identity, and ethnicity
Ability to seek and accept supervision and guidance
Enthusiasm, good judgment, patience, adaptability and self-control
Ability to complete Lifeguard/CPR and Wilderness First Aid Training
Able to be a resident at camp from June 8, 2025 to at least August 9, 2025
Seeking people with these skills: childcare, backpacking, horsemanship, homesteading, gardening, farm animal care, trail construction and maintenance, woodworking, blacksmithing, climbing, and more. For a full list of programs, please see our Programs page.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Live with and lead a group of 5-15 campers in an almost entirely outdoor environment
Perform all childcare related duties including monitoring health and hygiene, bedtime and morning time routines, and supervising living areas.
Facilitate positive group dynamics and foster a culture of kindness and inclusion
Participate enthusiastically in planning and leadership of daily camp program including evening activities and special events.
Supervise and offer guidance to campers during all camp activities, including enforcing safety regulations.
Communicate with the directors regarding any concerns related to campers’ safety and well-being, including but not limited to bullying, physical hazards, and functioning of equipment.
Set a good example for campers and other staff members by demonstrating punctuality, team work, sharing of chores and clean up, manners and mealtime etiquette.
Encourage respect for other people, the environment, personal property, camp equipment, and camp facilities.
Attend and participate in regular staff meetings and be responsible for reading and responding to all postings in the staff area.
Maintain good public relations with camper parents, visitors, and the local community.
Follow all camp rules and policies, including for time off.
Complete necessary forms, reports, and trainings.
Participate in camp set up and closing as requested.
Assist as needed with any camp related activities and duties.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Ability to demonstrate patience and sensitivity to the needs of a diverse group of campers.
Ability to observe and assess camper behavior, enforce safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior management techniques.
Ability to follow clear verbal and written instructions.
Ability to sustain moderate physical exertion; including hiking in 100+ degree heat; negotiating uneven terrain; carrying a backpack weighing 35 lbs., and possessing physical strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers.
Communication skills and cognitive abilities to give individual instruction, conduct group activities and to give clear and effective verbal presentations and instructions to groups of up to 130 people.
Physical ability to assist campers in the event of an emergency (CPR, fire, earthquake, injury, etc.)
Backpacking Leaders
Our staff are the most important part of Camp. We are eager to hire people who will thrive in a child-oriented, outdoor environment. Backpacking leaders are responsible for leading 4 day/3 night trips to the nearby Trinity Alps Wilderness with groups of up to 8 children between the ages of 12-16. Experience organizing, planning, and leading multi-day trips is required. Backpacking leaders also work as general counselors for one week each session, and spend the second week of every session out of camp on a trip.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum age 19 by June 8, 2025
Passion for working with youth
Quick learner with strong problem solving skills
Strong interpersonal skills and collaborative attitude
Accepting of diversity in culture, race, sexual orientation, religion, gender identity, and ethnicity
Ability to seek and accept supervision and guidance
Enthusiasm, good judgment, patience, adaptability and self-control
Ability to complete Lifeguard/CPR and Wilderness First Aid Training
Able to be a resident at camp from June 8, 2025 to at least August 9, 2025
Seeking people with these skills: childcare, backpacking, horsemanship, homesteading, gardening, farm animal care, trail construction and maintenance, woodworking, blacksmithing, climbing, and more. For a full list of programs, please see our Programs page.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Live with and lead a group of 5-15 campers in an almost entirely outdoor environment
Perform all childcare related duties including monitoring health and hygiene, bedtime and morning time routines, and supervising living areas.
Facilitate positive group dynamics and foster a culture of kindness and inclusion
Participate enthusiastically in planning and leadership of daily camp program including evening activities and special events.
Supervise and offer guidance to campers during all camp activities, including enforcing safety regulations.
Communicate with the directors regarding any concerns related to campers’ safety and well-being, including but not limited to bullying, physical hazards, and functioning of equipment.
Set a good example for campers and other staff members by demonstrating punctuality, team work, sharing of chores and clean up, manners and mealtime etiquette.
Encourage respect for other people, the environment, personal property, camp equipment, and camp facilities.
Attend and participate in regular staff meetings and be responsible for reading and responding to all postings in the staff area.
Maintain good public relations with camper parents, visitors, and the local community.
Follow all camp rules and policies, including for time off.
Complete necessary forms, reports, and trainings.
Participate in camp set up and closing as requested.
Assist as needed with any camp related activities and duties.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Ability to demonstrate patience and sensitivity to the needs of a diverse group of campers.
Ability to observe and assess camper behavior, enforce safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior management techniques.
Ability to follow clear verbal and written instructions.
Ability to sustain moderate physical exertion; including hiking in 100+ degree heat; negotiating uneven terrain; carrying a backpack weighing 35 lbs., and possessing physical strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers.
Communication skills and cognitive abilities to give individual instruction, conduct group activities and to give clear and effective verbal presentations and instructions to groups of up to 130 people.
Physical ability to assist campers in the event of an emergency (CPR, fire, earthquake, injury, etc.)
Horsemanship Staff
Our staff are the most important part of Camp. We are eager to hire people who will thrive in a child-oriented, outdoor environment. Horsemanship staff are responsible for caring for the herd of horses (approximately 25 horses), leading trail rides, teaching lessons, and helping campers connect with the horsemanship program. We mostly operate a western riding program, with trail rides being our main activity. However, we also teach children english riding lessons, jumping, vaulting, and other arena-based activities.
We want our barn staff to help kids learn about horsemanship, which means teaching them what it means to care for a horse, not just to ride. Barn staff need to be confident riders, and also confident in their ability to help others ride and care for horses on the ground. All of our barn staff are also responsible for a group of campers and participate fully in other camp activities outside of the barn as well.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum age 19 by June 8, 2025
Passion for working with youth
Quick learner with strong problem solving skills
Strong interpersonal skills and collaborative attitude
Accepting of diversity in culture, race, sexual orientation, religion, gender identity, and ethnicity
Ability to seek and accept supervision and guidance
Enthusiasm, good judgment, patience, adaptability and self-control
Ability to complete Lifeguard/CPR and Wilderness First Aid Training
Able to be a resident at camp from June 8, 2025 to at least August 9, 2025
Seeking people with these skills: childcare, backpacking, horsemanship, homesteading, gardening, farm animal care, trail construction and maintenance, woodworking, blacksmithing, climbing, and more. For a full list of programs, please see our Programs page.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Live with and lead a group of 5-15 campers in an almost entirely outdoor environment
Perform all childcare related duties including monitoring health and hygiene, bedtime and morning time routines, and supervising living areas.
Facilitate positive group dynamics and foster a culture of kindness and inclusion
Participate enthusiastically in planning and leadership of daily camp program including evening activities and special events.
Supervise and offer guidance to campers during all camp activities, including enforcing safety regulations.
Communicate with the directors regarding any concerns related to campers’ safety and well-being, including but not limited to bullying, physical hazards, and functioning of equipment.
Set a good example for campers and other staff members by demonstrating punctuality, team work, sharing of chores and clean up, manners and mealtime etiquette.
Encourage respect for other people, the environment, personal property, camp equipment, and camp facilities.
Attend and participate in regular staff meetings and be responsible for reading and responding to all postings in the staff area.
Maintain good public relations with camper parents, visitors, and the local community.
Follow all camp rules and policies, including for time off.
Complete necessary forms, reports, and trainings.
Participate in camp set up and closing as requested.
Assist as needed with any camp related activities and duties.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Ability to demonstrate patience and sensitivity to the needs of a diverse group of campers.
Ability to observe and assess camper behavior, enforce safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior management techniques.
Ability to follow clear verbal and written instructions.
Ability to sustain moderate physical exertion; including hiking in 100+ degree heat; negotiating uneven terrain; carrying a backpack weighing 35 lbs., and possessing physical strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers.
Communication skills and cognitive abilities to give individual instruction, conduct group activities and to give clear and effective verbal presentations and instructions to groups of up to 130 people.
Physical ability to assist campers in the event of an emergency (CPR, fire, earthquake, injury, etc.)
Garden Program Counselor
Our staff are the most important part of Camp. We’re eager to hire people who will thrive in a child-oriented, outdoor environment. Our Gardener is responsible for maintaining two gardens, working with our kitchen staff to utilize garden produce in camp meals, working with counselors and campers to teach gardening skills, and introducing campers to the joys of working in the garden.
Qualifications:
Minimum age 18 by June 8, 2025
Possession of a valid Driver’s License
Experience in farming or gardening for food production preferred
Accepting of diversity in culture, race, sexual orientation, religion, gender identity, and ethnicity
Strong communication skills with children, peers, and supervisors
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
Ability to seek and accept supervision and guidance
Enthusiasm, good judgment, patience, adaptability and self-control
Able to be a resident at camp from June 8, 2025 to at least August 9, 2025
Grounds Maintenance/Irrigation Staff
Our staff are the most important part of Camp. We’re eager to hire people who will thrive in a child-oriented, outdoor environment. Our Grounds Maintenance and Irrigation staff member is responsible for maintaining our domestic and irrigation water systems, maintaining the grounds and lawns, managing trash, assisting the kitchen with food pickups, and working with the ranch crew as needed.
Qualifications:
Minimum age of 18 by June 8, 2025
Possession of a valid Driver’s License
Accepting of diversity in culture, race, sexual orientation, religion, gender identity, and ethnicity.
Strong communication skills with children, peers, and supervisors.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
Ability to seek and accept supervision and guidance.
Enthusiasm, good judgment, patience, adaptability and self-control.
Able to be a resident at camp from June 8, 2025 to at least August 9, 2025
Support Staff (Kitchen, Laundry, Housekeeping)
Our staff are the most important part of Camp. We’re eager to hire people who will thrive in a child-oriented, outdoor environment. Our Kitchen Crew and Laundry Staff play an essential role in Camp by preparing, serving, and cleaning for meals, doing laundry, and preparing guest rooms for visitors.
Qualifications:
Minimum age of 18 by June 8, 2025
Accepting of diversity in culture, race, sexual orientation, religion, gender identity, and ethnicity.
Strong communication skills with children, peers, and supervisors.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
Ability to seek and accept supervision and guidance.
Enthusiasm, good judgment, patience, adaptability and self-control.
Ability to obtain California Food Handler’s Certificate.
Able to be a resident at camp from June 8, 2025 to at least August 9, 2025
Additional Information About Bar 717 Ranch/Camp Trinity
Camp Trinity on the Bar 717 Ranch is a residential summer camp for kids ages 7-16 on a working ranch in Northern California. Our mission is to provide an outdoor camp experience where children have daily opportunities to have fun, develop friendships, challenge themselves, learn new skills, gain a sense of community, and make their own choices. Campers choose freely from activities that range from horseback riding, animal care, gardening, crafting, ceramics, and woodworking to backpacking trips, campfires, singing, and much more.
For more than 90 years, the Bar 717 Ranch has welcomed children to the beautiful mountains of Trinity County in Northern California to experience nature, form deep friendships, and have big fun. At Camp, nature is our constant companion. By taking time to appreciate the beauty of the land, by swimming in rivers and climbing mountains, by growing gardens, raising our own food and making compost, we foster in campers a deep understanding and appreciation of the environment.
We pride ourselves on fostering an environment where every kid can create a magical camp experience based on their interests and passions. We believe that children thrive in an atmosphere where both individuality and community are nurtured with warm, seasoned leadership. Campers return home with a newfound sense of self-reliance and a deep connection to community.
The Bar 717 Ranch is committed to core values of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Working at Camp can be one of the most rewarding jobs of your life! We look forward to reading your application.