Outdoor Skills Workshop

Attention:  Camp counselors, Y-leaders, scout leaders, 4-H leaders, recreation personnel, teachers, and others interested in leading or participating in wilderness trips.

What: An intensive weekend workshop designed to train individuals involved in leading groups on wilderness camping trips.

Who attends: The program is designed for leaders of all ages and physical condition.  Our intent is for participants to learn by observation and doing within each individual’s capabilities.

Topics covered: Pre-trip planning and safety; food planning and packaging; campsite organization and safety; meal preparation and safe use of stoves;  map and compass; group leadership;  wilderness emergencies and how to respond to them; appreciation of the Adirondack environment; geologic history of the region; evaluation of proper clothing and equipment; cooking/baking in the out-of-doors; leave no trace; camp leadership training; establishing a campsite; nature, folklore and history of the Adirondacks.

When: May 4, 5, and 6; 2012
Where: Adirondak Loj, Lake Placid, NY

Sponsored by:  The Adirondack Forty-Sixers.  We are a non-profit organization of those who have climbed the 46 major peaks of the Adirondacks.  We provide this as a public service to all who are interested in utilizing the Adirondacks properly.

Cost:  For $30 we provide campsite, food, and experienced instructors.  Each participant will receive a free t-shirt upon graduation.

Note:  A $30 registration fee is assessed, but $10 is refunded upon completion of the workshop.

For more information and application forms, write:
Adirondack Forty-Sixers
c/o Don McMullen, Co-Chairman
P.O. Box 126, Lake Placid, NY 12946
(518) 523-2754

Selection begins march 15^th & ends April 27^th, 2012. Early registration encouraged!