Best Montana Horse Riding Camps Summer 2025 Directory

CAMP FACILITIES: For all of our programs we stay in the heart of the community. Depending on location, we stay in schools, community centers, and rented homes.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: For thirty years, VISIONS has set the standard for domestic and international community service programs for high school and middle school students. We strongly believe that collaborative service work and cross-cultural living help our teen volunteers understand a complicated world and learn meaningful ways to contribute productively.

VISIONS collaborates with local nonprofits and makes long-term commitments in our communities. We have worked in all locations for more than 20 years, and in some places for more than 30 years. You typically get to choose from three different worksites during the week, and work until mid-afternoon. Our community service projects are a way we thank the local friends who welcome us into their lives.

Cultural learning and friendship are core to VISIONS. You experience the culture in a way that is unique from being a tourist. You share common goals and work with local people to achieve those goals. You may be surprised by what you have in common with people whose lives are so different from your own.

All of our summer leaders are CPR and First Aid certification and undergo extensive training at the Montana homebase before departing to the program location. All leaders have reference and background checks, extensive training, and first aid certifications at minimum. Leaders include teachers, outdoor educators, Masters and Ph.D. students, returned Peace Corps volunteers, carpenters, and other professionals.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Partial scholarships are available. Interested applicants can apply by going here: Our Camp Website Link: visionsserviceadventures.com

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): We have custom programs available year-round for all ages. More information here: Our Camp Website Link: visionsserviceadventures.com

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We have custom programs available year-round for all ages. More information here: Our Camp Website Link: visionsserviceadventures.com

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For complete information, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: visionsserviceadventures.com

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Generic Title (if location-specific aren’t feasible): INTERNATIONAL & U.S. TRIP LEADERS (and carpenters, WFRs, lifeguards)

Read More! Our Camp Website Link: visionsserviceadventures.com
Email questions to: josephine[AT]visions-service.com

LOCATIONS: Peru, British Virgin Islands, Dominican Republic and Montana Blackfeet Indian Reservation

TYPE OF POSITION:​ Summer trip leader (and some spots for carpenters, WFRs, lifeguards)

OVERVIEW: VISIONS runs teen summer programs that focus on community service, cultural immersion and adventure. VISIONS leaders are the backbone of our successful teen service programs. We seek exceptional people who are hard-working and spirited mentors.

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS (not required, but may prioritize your application)
Carpentry skills
Lifeguarding experience
Farming experience
Advanced medical training (WFR, EMT, etc.)

EMPLOYMENT DATES: Employment duration ranges from 6-10 weeks in June through early August, depending on the program location, and includes 7-10 days of on-site training before participants arrive.

CAMP FACILITIES: Alpengirl campers sleep in 3-4 person backpacking style tents, we practice outdoor living, cooking, and Leave No Trace skills. A majority of our campsites have bathroom and running water and are located in gorgeous wilderness settings in mountains, next to fresh water streams, and by pristine lakes.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Alpengirl Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has a staff to camper ratio of 1:4 or 1:6. Our camp is highly supervised with small groups of 12 girls led by 2-3 adult female role model Alpenguides. Alpenguides are all 21+ and hold certifications in Wilderness First Aid and CPR.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: American Camp Association Camperships

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Mother-Daughter Olympic Adventure

OTHER CAMP INFO: Alpengirl is a multi-adventure camp, we offer a variety of adventure activities in each session. We also practice daily yoga and enjoy cooking and eating delicious, healthy camp food. Campers are involved in all aspects of camp life including acting as leader of the day, setting up tents, cooking on camp stoves, following hiking maps, leading fun activities with the group and being part of a close-knit team.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Girls age 11-12 this summer can choose a 1-week camp in Montana (near Bozeman, MT) or Washington State (near Seattle, WA).

Girls age 12-14 in middle school can choose (or combine) 1- to 2-week camp sessions in Montana, Idaho and Wyoming, in Washington State, or Maine.

Girls age 14-16 in high school can choose a 2-week camp in Montana, Idaho and Wyoming, in Washington State, or Maine, as well as a brand new Iceland itinerary for 15-17 year olds!

Please Visit Alpengirl Website for Complete List of Trips: Our Camp Website Link: www.alpengirlcamp.com

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Our camp is only as wonderful as our leaders - and our Alpenguides are pretty great! Alpenguides are enthusiastic, inspirational, intrepid outdoor people who are dedicated to creating meaningful and fun opportunities for each and every Alpengirl participant.

We are seeking trustworthy, fun-loving individuals who model the Alpengirl values of adventure and inclusivity, and are passionate about sharing the outdoors with our awesome campers!

Love backpacking? Want to be a mentor and role model? Know how to bring the FUN?

Read the Alpenguide Job Description and apply this fall!

Website: Our Camp Website Link: www.alpengirlcamp.com