. . . . .Lifesaving Society Affiliate

WESTCOAST OUTDOOR
LEADERSHIP TRAINING

May 1 -28 2008 or
Sept. 5 to Oct. 3, 2008

The All-Rounder
This intensive 28-day Training provides a solid foundation of outdoor and leadership skills and competencies. Hard skills - certifications in wilderness first aid, lifesaving and sea kayaking - are taught in accordance with current professional standards. Learning about the natural world of Hesquiat Harbour, and indigenous values and culture is included in all activities. Using adventure-based, experiential learning, participants will gain the skills and knowledge necessary for safe and practical outdoor group leadership. Participants have the opportunity to hone their skills in wilderness camping, surfing, canoeing, sea kayaking, hiking and backpacking, and technical tree climbing, while gaining an intimate knowledge of the Pacific coastal environment. Participants will leave the program with increased comfort and confidence levels in their outdoor abilities.

• Wilderness First Aid (Red Cross Certifications) *
• Sea Kayaking *
  . . . • Paddle Canada . . . . Flatwater
  . . . • Paddle Canada . . . . Level I
  . . . • Paddle Canada . . . . Level II
• Hesquiaht traditional knowledge, history and culture
• Remote Surfing & Surf Guiding
• Coastal hiking & Backpacking
• Lifesaving * (Lifesaving Society Certifications)
  . . . • Bronze Medallion
  . . . • Bronze Cross
  . . . • BOAT
• NEW Maritime Radio Course - ROC(M)
• Coastal Ecology
• Natural history
• Technical Tree Climbing
• Environmental Ethics
• Guiding & Leadership

* denotes a certification course

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West Coast Outdoor Leadership Training Application Form

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A Typical Schedule at the 28 Day West Coast Outdoor Leadership Training Session

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A list of frequently asked questions

Price: $4200 (Canadian)
Includes application/registration fee, water transportation to and from Tofino, BC, all instruction and certification costs, use of major equipment, all course materials, all meals/food and Longhouse accommodation.