Program Overview:
The Youth Outdoor Adventure Program is an immersive, multi-faceted outdoor experience that combines camping, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, hiking, and essential wilderness and first aid training. Participants will not only gain outdoor skills but also become certified in wilderness first aid, canoeing, and camp leadership. This program is designed to empower youth to become capable, confident, and responsible outdoor enthusiasts.
Program Objectives:
- Outdoor Competence: Equip participants with the knowledge and skills required to safely and confidently engage in various outdoor activities.
- Wilderness First Aid: Provide participants with essential first aid skills to respond effectively to emergencies in remote outdoor settings.
- Leadership Skills: Foster leadership, teamwork, and communication abilities to prepare participants for roles in outdoor leadership and stewardship.
- Environmental Stewardship: Promote a deep understanding of environmental issues and encourage a commitment to conservation.
- Personal Growth: Boost self-esteem, resilience, and self-reliance through outdoor challenges and experiences.
- Community Engagement: Encourage participants to share their newfound skills and knowledge with their communities and inspire others to explore the outdoors safely and responsibly.