The Sierra Club Outings program is being revived in Central Oregon!
We are looking for a cadre of fun-loving and reasonable folks to lead trips into the wilds of the mountains, sage covered hills, canyons, lava fields, lakes, and other important environments in our region and throughout Oregon.
To be a Sierra Club Trip Leader you need be a member of the Sierra Club, be certified in basic first aid and complete this free Outdoor Leadership Training course along with a first trip with other club leaders. We will help you gain the skills to take people into the wilds of Central Oregon.
Outdoor Leadership Training
Saturday, October 4th, 09:00 to 4:30
Become a Sierra Club Outings Leader
Hiking Slocum Creek, Owyhee Canyonlands - Photo by Kelly Smith
The Sierra Club in Oregon needs new trip leaders to create an outings program offering trips to the rivers, beaches, mountains, and hiking areas of the state. This required workshop is part of the certification process for Sierra Club outings leaders. This event is suited for beginning leaders as well as those with years of experience. The one day workshop leads to certification that lasts for four years and then must be repeated. The workshop examines strategies to work effectively and safely with participants, emergency response, logistic considerations, and introduces policies applicable to outings leaders. Membership and first aid certification is not required for the workshop - both are required to lead trips along with participation in a provisional trip overseen by an established Club outings leader. Come join us for an interesting and engaging day.
The instructor, Kelly Smith, has instructed OLT workshops across Oregon for the Sierra Club building upon his experience with teaching outdoor leadership for colleges in Oregon, Washington, and Alaska. His experience leading outdoor adventures from Alaska to Baja combines with his familiarity with wild lands across Oregon to set the backdrop for the days activities.
First aid certification and a provisional hike overseen by an established Sierra Club leader are other requirements to lead Sierra Club adventures. The timing and pathways to gaining those additional elements of the leader portfolio will be discussed at the workshop.
The workshop is being held inside the Deschutes Country downtown library. Meeting Room 2 (Meyer) on Saturday, October 04, 9:00AM – 4:30PM
Please bring: Clothing to venture outside the library meeting room on occasion - you'll also need light refreshments and note taking materials.
The training is free, but pre-registration is required! To register for the event, go to the Sierra Club Campfire events webpage:
Juniper Group Outings are for the enjoyment and enlightenment of all who care about nature, the environment, and the preservation of our natural resources. What you see often is not what you expected to see! And that may get you energized to help change what you see. But, whatever you see, you will meet others who are dedicated to Sierra Club values. Both members and non-members are welcome. Come join us! Please note the level of difficulty and choose outings that match your abilities.
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