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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260328T090000
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SUMMARY:Manitoba OCC Field Leader Hiking Certification Course - Backcountry Women
DESCRIPTION:OCC Course: Level Up Your Leadership with Backcountry Women \nAt Backcountry Women\, we believe that « knowledge is power. » We are thrilled to host the Outdoor Council of Canada’s Field Leader (Hiking) certification in Manitoba—a 16-hour\, two-day intensive course designed to turn experienced hikers into confident outdoor leaders. \nMore details and course registration here: https://backcountrywomen.com/event-6610400
URL:https://outdoorcouncil.ca/fr/event/manitoba-occ-field-leader-hiking-certification-course-backcountry-women/2026-03-28/
LOCATION:Ontario
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260328T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260329T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T132605
CREATED:20260319T151721Z
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SUMMARY:Field Leader (Hiking) Backcountry Women
DESCRIPTION:Backcountry Women aims to connect individuals with a diverse outdoors community and create a positive\, judgement-free space where women and other marginalized genders can become empowered and confident through outdoor education\, resources\, skill development\, shared activities and various other opportunities. \nJoin our upcoming Field Leader (Hiking) course. The Field Leader Program is a set of foundational courses that provides the industry’s best practices in leadership skills so you can take a group outdoors\, to have a safe\, enjoyable\, and impactful  experience. \nYou will learn how to use your strengths to lead a successful outdoor trip\, how to build an experience that is meaningful and engaging to your participants\, how to build a trip planned tailored to your groups needs\, and more. Practice handling challenges\, and how to adjust accordingly\, and learn lessons for your next adventure. \nCompleting an OCC course gives you a nationally recognized outdoor leadership certification\, one year membership to the OCC\, and peace of mind\, knowing you are implementing industry accepted practices. \nCourse will be held within 50km of Winnipeg. Register HERE.
URL:https://outdoorcouncil.ca/fr/event/field-leader-hiking-backcountry-women/
LOCATION:Winnipeg
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ORGANIZER;CN="Backcountry Womem":MAILTO:ashley.backcountrywomen@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Manitoba OCC Field Leader Hiking Certification Course - Backcountry Women
DESCRIPTION:OCC Course: Level Up Your Leadership with Backcountry Women \nAt Backcountry Women\, we believe that « knowledge is power. » We are thrilled to host the Outdoor Council of Canada’s Field Leader (Hiking) certification in Manitoba—a 16-hour\, two-day intensive course designed to turn experienced hikers into confident outdoor leaders. \nMore details and course registration here: https://backcountrywomen.com/event-6610400
URL:https://outdoorcouncil.ca/fr/event/manitoba-occ-field-leader-hiking-certification-course-backcountry-women/2026-03-29/
LOCATION:Ontario
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260411
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260413
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SUMMARY:Get Outside GO! Maps and Compass
DESCRIPTION:Get Outside (Maps)\, (Compass)\nGet Outside courses are technical skills courses\, not leadership courses. These courses provide a comprehensive introduction to navigation using maps and a compass. \nThe Get Outside (Maps) course length is 8 hours. The Get Outside (Compass) course length is 8 hours. \nWe are offering both courses over a weekend that can be taken separately or as a whole. Saturday April 11th MAPS; Sunday April 12th COMPASS \nCost includes Saturday evening dinner and ‘camp style’ overnight accommodations with Continental Breakfast. \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://outdoorcouncil.ca/fr/event/get-outside-go-maps-and-compass/
LOCATION:YIP Cider\, 3015 Route 845\, Long Beach\, New Brunswick\, E5S 2L2\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="In Step Adventures Ltd":MAILTO:hello@InStepAdventures.ca
GEO:45.4285995;-66.1425166
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260420T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260424T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T132605
CREATED:20260227T182739Z
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SUMMARY:OCC Advanced Skills Certification 5- Days (Paddle • Overnight • Maps Certifications)
DESCRIPTION:Dates: April 20–24\nFocus Areas: Paddling • Overnight Leadership • Maps & Navigation \nThis 5-day intensive leadership training is designed for experienced outdoor practitioners looking to expand their competencies across multiple Outdoor Council of Canada (OCC) disciplines. The course combines classroom theory\, practical field application\, and competency assessments to support certification in Paddling Leadership\, Overnight Leadership\, and Maps & Navigation. \nUSE LINK FOR MORE DETAILED COURSE INFORMATION \nPrerequisites\n\n\nCompletion of the Outdoor Council of Canada (OCC) Hiking Field Leader certification \n\n\nActive OCC membership in good standing \n\n\n\nRegistration\, Materials & Community Pathway\nCourse materials\, manuals\, a detailed schedule\, and gear list will be emailed two weeks prior to the start date. \nParticipants who require clarification\, equipment coordination\, or accommodation support are encouraged to contact the instructor after registration to ensure a positive and well-prepared learning experience. \nUpon successful completion of the program\, students will be invited to join KOLA’s Community of Practice\, supporting mentorship\, leadership development\, and progression toward Terrain 2 and higher leadership qualifications.
URL:https://outdoorcouncil.ca/fr/event/occ-advanced-skills-certification-5-days-paddle-camp-maps-certifications/
LOCATION:Canmore\, Alberta\, Canmore\, Alberta\, Canada
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260424T173000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T154257Z
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SUMMARY:Field Leader Course (Hiking / Paddling)
DESCRIPTION:Outdoor Council of Canada’s Field Leader Paddling/ Hiking Course provides the foundations for learning judgment and decision making and enabling the leadership of safe and enjoyable experiences outside. \nTaking OCC courses will give you the ability to: \n\nBring a group to an outdoor environment.\nProvide a meaningful experience for your group\, whether the purpose is educational\, pleasure\, health\, well-being\, and/or connecting with nature.\nDesign a safe experience within the limits of your ability.\nIdentify the limit of your abilities and adjust accordingly.\nFeel reassured knowing you are using industry-accepted practices providing proper care to participants and ensuring due diligence.\n\nField Leader courses focus on the leadership skills and attributes required to take a group outdoors and provide an effective framework for managing risks. Courses are designed to prepare Field Leaders to lead others in low-risk terrain. \nImportant! – The course curriculum « day » will be held as 3 interactive online sessions on Tuesdays – April 7th\, 14th and 21st from 6-9pm each day. The field day will be in person in Gibsons\, BC on Friday April 24th from 8:30 am – 5:30 pm. Participants must attend all sessions to be eligible for certification.
URL:https://outdoorcouncil.ca/fr/event/field-leader-course-hiking-paddling/
LOCATION:Gibsons BC\, Gibsons\, BC\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fireside Adventures":MAILTO:office@firesideadventures.ca
GEO:49.3974171;-123.5152222
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260425T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260426T163000
DTSTAMP:20260414T132605
CREATED:20260206T164631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T164631Z
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SUMMARY:OCC Field Leader (Hiking)
DESCRIPTION:This course focuses on the roles and responsibilities of an outdoor leader operating in low-risk environments. You’ll learn how to create participant-centred experiences\, manage both physical and emotional risk\, and make sound decisions that support high-quality programming. \nYou’ll develop practical tools for planning\, communication\, collaboration\, and supervision — all aimed at delivering safe\, meaningful\, and inclusive outdoor experiences. \nWhat you’ll learn: \n\n\nCore roles and responsibilities of an outdoor field leader \n\n\nPrinciples of high-quality\, low-risk outdoor programming \n\n\nHow to balance physical safety with emotional safety \n\n\nParticipant-centred leadership and inclusive decision-making \n\n\nPlanning tools that support quality\, safety\, and learning \n\n\nReflective practices that improve leadership over time \n\n\nWho it’s for:  \nThis training is for aspiring or current outdoor leaders\, educators\, guides\, and volunteers working in low-risk terrain who want to strengthen their leadership and group management skills. \nCourse details: \n\n\nDate: April 25-26\, 2026 | 8:30 AM – 4 PM \n\n\nLocation: Canmore\, AB (exact location TBD) \n\n\nPrice: $230 per person \n\n\nThis is a two day course. The first day will be primarily classroom-based and the second is entirely field-based. Course fee includes a one-year membership to the OCC.
URL:https://outdoorcouncil.ca/fr/event/occ-field-leader-hiking-3/
LOCATION:Canmore Nordic Centre\, 1988 Olympic Way\, Canmore\, Alberta\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Front Ranges Guiding":MAILTO:info@frontranges.com
GEO:51.0902559;-115.3856331
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260502
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260504
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CREATED:20260222T023213Z
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SUMMARY:Field Leader (Hiking)
DESCRIPTION:Location: \n\nGreenwood Conservation Area\, Ajax Ontario. The entire course will be taught outside.\n\nTimings: \n\nWeekend course.\n\nAbout the course: \nOutdoor Council of Canada’s 2 Day Field Leader Hiking Course provides the foundations for learning judgment and decision making and enabling the leadership of safe and enjoyable experiences outside. \nTaking OCC courses will give you the ability to: \n\nBring a group to an outdoor environment.\nProvide a meaningful experience for your group\, whether the purpose is educational\, pleasure\, health\, well-being\, and/or connecting with nature.\nDesign a safe experience within the limits of your ability.\nIdentify the limit of your abilities and adjust accordingly.\nFeel reassured knowing you are using industry-accepted practices providing proper care to participants and ensuring due diligence.\n\nField Leader courses focus on the leadership skills and attributes required to take a group outdoors and provide an effective framework for managing risks. Courses include instruction and practice on planning and preparing an outdoor trip within an organizational structure. \nOur courses apply for outdoor clubs\, camps\, outfitters\, schools\, community programs\, outdoor centres\, or any other context where outdoor activities are part of programming.Courses are designed to prepare Field Leaders to lead others in low-risk terrain. \nOur leadership courses are complementary to other outdoor courses such as technical skills and first aid. With sufficient experience and training\, Field Leaders can lead others in higher-risk terrain and remain within their Scope of Practice without needing more advanced training with the OCC.
URL:https://outdoorcouncil.ca/fr/event/field-leader-hiking-3/
LOCATION:Greenwood Conservation Area\, 2280 Greenwood Road\, Ajax\, Ontario\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sue Kochan%3A Step It Up Adventures":MAILTO:stepitupadventures@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260509T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260510T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T132605
CREATED:20260118T163015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T124917Z
UID:10000449-1778313600-1778425200@outdoorcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Field Leader course -Overnight
DESCRIPTION:This certification is designed to help successful candidates be able to plan a safe backcountry overnight event following the event cycle learned previously in the required pre-requisite. \nParticipants in this certification will be required to provide their own gear and food. A gear list will be provided shortly after registration. \n\nThere is some travel by car\,  to the trailhead\, and participants are responsible for their own transportation to the course. Participants must attend the full 2 day -day course in order to receive certification. \n**Prerequisite – OCC Field Leader Hiking \n**THIS COURSE WILL HAVE A ZOOM PORTION PRIOR TO A 2 DAY EVENT IN THE BACKCOUNTRY. This will be scheduled the week before we go. \nRegister here. 
URL:https://outdoorcouncil.ca/fr/event/field-leader-course-overnight/
LOCATION:Eagle lake Alberta (Ya Ha Tinda area)\, Ya Ha Tinda\, Alberta\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lucinda Watkins- Coaching With Lucinda":MAILTO:coachingwithlucinda@gmail.com
GEO:53.9332706;-116.5765035
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260509T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260510T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T132605
CREATED:20260409T234624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T234624Z
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SUMMARY:Map & Compass Muskoka Bracebridge
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to reliably use map and compass as navigation tools for your outdoor adventures! No battery back-ups or charging needed! \nThese two Outdoor Council of Canada Get Outside technical skills courses are combined into one fun weekend of learning and activities. This course is open to everyone and there are no prerequisites required.  Beginner friendly and comprehensive\, this course goes into detail on canadian topographic maps (NTS) and how to obtain them. Topics include route planning\, elevation calculations\, taking a bearing\, following a bearing\, setting declination + calculations\, navigating with a bearing from off of a map\, navigating a bearing onto a map\, resection (aka triangulation\, aka where the heck am I excercise) and of course practical orienteering practice. \nLocation \nDay 1 May 9th 2026: Bracebridge Library boardroom Located at 34 Salmon Ave \nDay 2 May 10th 2026 nearby outdoor venue near Bracebridge.
URL:https://outdoorcouncil.ca/fr/event/map-compass-muskoka-bracebridge/
LOCATION:Bracebridge Ontario\, 34 salmon ave\, Bracebridge\, Ontario\, P1L1N1\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="SilverGullOutdoors":MAILTO:joinus@silvergulloutdoors.ca
GEO:45.0394236;-79.3259036
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260522
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260524
DTSTAMP:20260414T132605
CREATED:20260226T145820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T145820Z
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SUMMARY:FL Paddle and Hike FACES
DESCRIPTION:Traning for FACES inc staff
URL:https://outdoorcouncil.ca/fr/event/fl-paddle-and-hike-faces/2026-05-22/
LOCATION:Peaks Campus\, Alberta\, Canada
GEO:53.9332706;-116.5765035
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260523T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260524T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T132605
CREATED:20251216T155445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T155445Z
UID:10000443-1779525000-1779638400@outdoorcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Field Leader Hiking Course (2-Day) - May 23-24
DESCRIPTION:Outdoor Council of Canada’s 2 Day Field Leader Hiking Course provides the foundations for learning judgment and decision making and enabling the leadership of safe and enjoyable experiences outside. Taking OCC courses will give you the ability to: \n\nBring a group to an outdoor environment.\nProvide a meaningful experience for your group\, whether the purpose is educational\, pleasure\, health\, well-being\, and/or connecting with nature.\nDesign a safe experience within the limits of your ability.\nIdentify the limit of your abilities and adjust accordingly.\nFeel reassured knowing you are using industry-accepted practices providing proper care to participants and ensuring due diligence.\n\nField Leader courses focus on the leadership skills and attributes required to take a group outdoors and provide an effective framework for managing risks.Courses include instruction and practice on planning and preparing an outdoor trip within an organizational structure. Our courses apply for outdoor clubs\, camps\, outfitters\, schools\, community programs\, outdoor centres\, or any other context where outdoor activities are part of programming.Courses are designed to prepare Field Leaders to lead others in low-risk terrain. Our leadership courses are complementary to other outdoor courses such as technical skills and first aid. With sufficient experience and training\, Field Leaders can lead others in higher-risk terrain and remain within their Scope of Practice without needing more advanced training with the OCC.
URL:https://outdoorcouncil.ca/fr/event/field-leader-hiking-course-2-day-may-23-24/
LOCATION:North Vancouver\, BC\, North Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V7L 1L5\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bike Ski Adventures Ltd.":MAILTO:brent@bikeski.ca
GEO:49.3150708;-123.0746834
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260529
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260531
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SUMMARY:FL Paddle and Hike FACES
DESCRIPTION:Traning for FACES inc staff
URL:https://outdoorcouncil.ca/fr/event/fl-paddle-and-hike-faces/2026-05-29/
LOCATION:Peaks Campus\, Alberta\, Canada
GEO:53.9332706;-116.5765035
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260530
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260601
DTSTAMP:20260414T132605
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SUMMARY:OCC Field Leader - Hiking
DESCRIPTION:This OCC Field Leader (Hiking) Course will take place in and around Nordegg May 30-31\, 2026 (9am-5pm both days). \n\nDay 1 will take place in Nordegg\nDay 2 location TBD based on conditions (Nordegg/Abraham Lake area)\nThere is some pre-reading and quizzes involved prior to the course.\n\nThis course will provide the foundations for learning judgment and decision making and enabling the leadership of safe and enjoyable experiences outside. This course will give you the ability to:​ \n\n\nBring a group to an outdoor environment.  \n\n\nProvide a meaningful experience for your group\, whether the purpose is educational\, pleasure\, health\, well-being\, and/or connecting with nature. \n\n\nDesign a safe experience within the limits of your ability. \n\n\nIdentify the limit of your abilities and adjust accordingly.  \n\n\nFeel reassured knowing you are using industry-accepted practices providing proper care to participants and ensuring due diligence. \n\n\nThe Field Leader (Hiking) course focuses on the leadership skills and attributes required to take a group on a 3 season hiking excursion and provide an effective framework for managing risks. The course includes instruction and practice on planning and preparing an outdoor trip within an organizational structure.  \nCost: $230 + $20 certificate fee
URL:https://outdoorcouncil.ca/fr/event/occ-field-leader-hiking-2/
LOCATION:Nordegg AB\, 1002 Stuart Street\, Nordegg\, AB\, T0M 2H0\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Canadian Rockies Escapes":MAILTO:canadianrockiesescapes@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260606T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260607T163000
DTSTAMP:20260414T132605
CREATED:20260320T184403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T183255Z
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SUMMARY:OCC Field Leader (Hiking)
DESCRIPTION:This is a nationally recognized Outdoor Council of Canada (OCC) course that will provide you with Field Leader (Hiking) training and give you the skills to organize and lead others in a one day\, educational or activity-based experience in low-risk terrain that takes place in 3-seasons (spring\, summer\, or fall.) This course is recognized by Parks Canada as meeting the permitting requirement for a 2-day group management course. \nCourse structure: The course will be taught at the learning centre at Back 40 Outdoor Events. This is an outdoor venue (with shelter at the learning centre) – come dressed for the weather. \nThe lecture portion of the course will take place mainly on day 1 with hands-on learning opportunities on day 2 on the trails at Back 40. \nWhat you get:\n• Outdoor Council of Canada Field Leader (Hiking) designation\n• The foundation for sound judgment and decision-making skills to lead safe and enjoyable experiences outside\n• The ability to:\no Bring a group to an outdoor environment\no Provide a meaningful experience for your group\, whether the purpose is educational\, pleasure\, health\, well-being\, and/or connecting with nature\no Design a safe experience within the limits of your ability\no Identify the limit of your abilities and adjust accordingly\no Feel reassured knowing you are using industry-accepted practices providing proper care to participants and ensuring due diligence\n• A one-year membership with the Outdoor Council of Canada\, including access to some awesome pro deals! \n 
URL:https://outdoorcouncil.ca/fr/event/occ-field-leader-hiking-4/
LOCATION:Back 40 Outdoor Events\, 3550 Highway 95\, Brisco\, British Columbia\, V0A 1B0\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260622T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260626T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T132605
CREATED:20250906T154242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T154242Z
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SUMMARY:Field Leader Course + Overnight\, Map & Compass (5-Day)
DESCRIPTION:Receive four of the Outdoor Council of Canada’s certifications while on a 5-Day Backpacking Trip including the Field Leader Hiking\,  Overnight Module and both the Go Outside Map and Go Outside Compass Course. The course will help deepen your connection with a community of practitioners committed to creating and delivering quality outdoor experiences across Canada. This course will give you the opportunity to learn and enhance essential leadership and backpacking skills and deepen your considerations of safety\, comfort and enjoyment for your participants. \n\nBring a group to an overnight outdoor environment.\nProvide a meaningful experience for your group\, whether the purpose is educational\, pleasure\, health\, well-being\, and/or connecting with nature.\nDesign a safe experience within the limits of your ability.\nIdentify the limit of your abilities and adjust accordingly.\nFeel reassured knowing you are using industry-accepted practices providing proper care to participants and ensuring due diligence.\n\nField Leader courses focus on the leadership skills and attributes required to take a group outdoors and provide an effective framework for managing risks. Courses include instruction and practice on planning and preparing an outdoor trip within an organizational structure. Our courses apply for outdoor clubs\, camps\, outfitters\, schools\, community programs\, outdoor centres\, or any other context where outdoor activities are part of programming. Courses are designed to prepare Field Leaders to lead others in low-risk terrain. Our leadership courses are complementary to other outdoor courses such as technical skills and first aid. With sufficient experience and training\, Field Leaders can lead others in higher-risk terrain and remain within their Scope of Practice without needing more advanced training with the OCC.
URL:https://outdoorcouncil.ca/fr/event/field-leader-course-overnight-map-compass-5-day/
LOCATION:Manning Park\, BC\, 7500 Crowsnest Hwy\, Manning Park\, British Columbia\, Canada
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