Foundations

For aspiring Outdoor Leaders

Begin an exciting new career in Canada’s Outdoor Industry.

Start your Outdoor Career

The path to becoming an Outdoor Leader

Designed for folks who have zero-to-very little understanding of outdoor leadership, our Foundations Level program will introduce participants to the basic components needed to further integrate outdoor leadership skills into their career, lesson plans, or everyday understanding. 

Depending on the program format and date that you choose, your program will either take place in an Urban or Wilderness setting.

Program Modules

During the Foundations program, you will learn about a series of topics, including but not limited to:

Teaching & Learning in the Outdoors

Trip Planning & Prep

Group Facilitation Skills

Outdoor Leadership 101

Interpretive Guides Association Apprentice Interpreter

Outdoor Council of Canada: Field Leader (Hiking)

Program Locations & Start Dates

British Columbia

Vancouver
Start Date 1: August 16, 2025
Start Date 2: August 23, 2025

Ontario

Toronto
Start Date: May 31, 2025
Minden
Start Date: June 20, 2025

Ready to sign up?

Click the link below to visit our Registration Portal and select your desired program, location and start date.