Discovery Land Company
Private luxury communities offering golf
Adventure & Sports Instructor
About the job
- A high school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
- Candidates must be at least 18 years old.
- Maintain facilities and equipment in a clean, safe, and secure manner.
- Work in a team environment and operate in a safe, professional manner.
- Work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
- Meet the physical demands of the position, including working outdoors in all weather conditions, standing, walking, and moving for periods of more than eight hours, and lifting and carrying items sometimes greater than 50 pounds.
- Maintain a positive, professional demeanor and use effective communication and interpersonal skills to deliver service to members, guests, and team members.
- Work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays; long hours may be required due to business demands.
- Stay calm and focused during busy periods.
- Read, write, speak, and understand English.
- Meet the physical demands of working indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions, standing, walking, and moving for periods of more than eight hours, and lifting and carrying items sometimes greater than 50 pounds.
- Lead and instruct individuals or groups in activities such as kayaking, canoeing, fishing, archery, axe throwing, and skeet shooting.
- Brief participants on safety procedures and logistics.
- Clean, maintain, and prepare equipment.
- Supervise members, youth, and families to provide a healthy, safe, and memorable experience.
- Execute day-to-day activities.
- Facilitate positive group relationships and address conflict constructively.
- Follow all safety standards on the property and at activity spaces.
- Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
- Deliver and ensure high-quality programs and excellent customer service.
- Remain active outdoors throughout the day in variable weather conditions and walk extensively around The Farmstead.
- Lead and instruct individuals in sports court activities, including pickleball, padel, tennis, and basketball.
- Oversee games at Discovery Field, including baseball, football, soccer, and lacrosse.
- Prior experience working with sports or outdoor adventure activities.
- Experience as a sports or outdoor adventure instructor or coach.
- Youth leadership experience in a nonprofit organization, such as a religious institution, Boys & Girls Club, or United Way.
- Pursuing a degree in Parks and Recreation or Sports Management.
- Additional languages are preferred.
About the company
Discovery Land Company develops and manages private luxury residential communities and clubs with a family-centric focus. It creates properties that combine high-end homes with award-winning golf courses and the Outdoor Pursuits program, which offers guided local activities for all ages. The company differentiates itself by prioritizing casual luxury, a welcoming family environment, and curated activities inside private, secure communities rather than traditional, formal clubs. Its goal is to offer enduring, privately owned communities that provide long-term living options and a holistic lifestyle for wealthy families, while expanding its ecosystem through strategic partnerships and new locations.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
Late Stage VC
Total Funding
$17.4M
Headquarters
Scottsdale, Arizona
Founded
1994
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Homewood Mountain Resort plans reopening for the 2025-26 winter season.
- Atlantic Fields launched with 317 homesites and Florida east-coast expansion.
- Discovery deepened brand monetization through its June 2024 LA GOLF partnership.
What critics are saying
- Flathead County judge halted Discovery's Lakeside dock in March 2026.
- Citizens for a Better Flathead sued Discovery over marina permits and public participation.
- Wellington denied Isla Carroll rezoning in February 2026, risking years of legal delay.
What makes Discovery Land Company unique
- Mike Meldman built family-first private clubs with recreation beyond golf and formal rules.
- Discovery controls trophy sites like Yellowstone Club, Iron Horse, and CostaTerra.
- Its model mixes residential sales, membership, and lifestyle branding across multiple luxury destinations.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Flexible Work Hours
Remote Work Options
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Hybrid Work Options
Professional Development Budget
Conference Attendance Budget
Wellness Program
Mental Health Support
Gym Membership
Phone/Internet Stipend
Home Office Stipend
Work-Family Culture
Growth & Insights and Company News
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↑ 37%Crazy Mountain, a Los Angeles-based non-alcoholic beer brand, has raised $15 million in seed funding led by CAVU Consumer Partners, with participation from Coatue and Discovery Land Company. The company currently offers two products — original and lime — which are rolling out across the US this year. CAVU Consumer Partners cited confidence in Crazy Mountain's positioning within the growing non-alcoholic drinks market, which has gained traction particularly amongst younger consumers. Brett Thomas, co-founder and managing partner at CAVU, called moderation "a durable change in behaviour" rather than a passing trend and will join the company's board. Co-founder Rande Gerber said the brand aims to maintain the ritual of drinking beer whilst removing the alcohol.
Non-Alcoholic Beer Brand Founded by the Team Behind Casamigos, Incubated by Coatue and Discovery Land Company...
From deadwood to Deadrock: man on the move. Keeping up with actor, artist, Samuel Jackson Enemy-Hunter, Crow Tribal member, is always a challenge. He is a man on the move. Most recently, he finished an Artist in-Residence period in Sept. at the Indian Museum of North America in the Native American Educational and Cultural Center at the Crazy Horse Memorial, N.D. But by the first week of Oct., Enemy-Hunter could be found back in Montana at the Crazy Mountain Ranch in the non-existent town of Deadrock. Clearly, there is a story here. In the shadow of the 11,000-odd feet Crazy Mountain range spreading 40 miles out, the ranch is described on the ranch website as rather unique: "In 1990, publisher Glenn Patch purchased the ranch for the enjoyment of his family and began to assemble the vintage western town of 'Deadrock' on the property, which today continues to be a notable and unique feature of the ranch. As one walks along 'Main Street', you will encounter a wide variety of historical buildings, settler's cabins, hotels, antique furnishings, reclaimed building materials and interesting artifacts, all of which were found and moved to the ranch from towns all over Montana and the West. In 1999, the Philip Morris Corporation purchased the ranch from Patch. For the next 22 years, the property was utilized to reward loyal Marlboro customers by bringing them out to experience the mountains and wide-open spaces of the West. In 2021, Lone Mountain Land Company acquired the ranch to run as a private membership experience featuring outdoor and mountain recreation, golf, lodging and much more. Just as importantly, the 18,000 acre property continues to be run as working cattle ranch that reflects the traditions and work ethic of Montana. Lone Mountain Land Company is partnering with Discovery Land Company to operate the ranch as a private membership." At this point, it is necessary to explain what happened to bring Enemy-Hunter to Deadrock. It was a call to create an instant event. He did not need to be asked twice and knew where to turn. "If I need a last minute posse for an event I can always count on family John Birdinground Marie Faith Birdinground Susan Birdinground Marnie Faith Littlelight and LGerians!" He explained, "Lynn-Wood Fields and I attended an event sponsored by the Harbor Fund in old town Deadrock at Crazy Mountain Ranch and they wanted a drum group and dancers for a cultural demonstration. Wolf Bear (Damon Gros Ventre and crew) stepped up and brought some dancers with them. My sister Elizabeth Swank and Samone came from Bozeman too. I could be wrong but the Crazy Mountains probably haven't heard Apsaalooke songs in over 100 years since the first Crow Agency was moved." The drum keeper, Gros Ventre, also had something to say about the event. "The name WolfBear is my Indian name. How I came up with that, I wanted something new and fresh around the reservation. So that's how we got the name. Active for a year now. We're from the Crow Reservation, we travel around for powwows in state and out of state, and we are always willing to sing for the love of it. And we are thankful for the invite to sing Tuesday." Looking back, Enemy Hunter reflected. "Actors Seth Greene and David Oyelowo were in attendance and spent time with the crew and have never seen or heard anything like it. More events to come and I have this crew on speed dial. A'HO!" What's next for Enemy-Hunter? Parlez vous Francais? Another residency to follow.
Homewood's future has been closely watched by skiers and locals alike, especially since JMA Ventures partnered with luxury developer Discovery Land Company in 2022.
Discovery Land Co. wants to develop Atlantic Fields, 317 homes on 420 acres and another 2,300 acres held as recreation, ag and conservation land.