Field Leader (Hiking)

This course provides the foundations for learning judgement and decision making and enabling the leadership of safe and enjoyable hiking experiences. Taking this course will give you the ability to,

• Bring a group to an outdoor environment.
• Provide a meaningful experience for your group, whether the purpose is educational, pleasure, health, well-being, and/or connecting with nature.
• Design a safe hiking experiences within the limits of your ability.
• Identify the limit of your abilities and adjust accordingly.
• Feel reassured knowing you are using industry-accepted practices providing proper care to participants and ensuring due diligence.

Field Leader courses focus on the leadership skills and attributes required to take a group outdoors and provide an effective framework for managing risks.

This course includes instruction and practice on planning and preparing an outdoor trip within an organizational structure. Our courses are taken by people working/volunteering in: aoutdoor clubs, camps, outfitters, schools, community programs, outdoor centres, or any other context where outdoor hiking activities are part of programming.