Trips & Courses
For more information or to register for trips or courses, please contact: rootsinthewildernessinfo@gmail.com
*As a small business, e-transfer is preferred so please email for this option
Field leader courses have been designed to benefit any Canadian who is interested in leading others outdoors.
Field Leader courses are designed for entry level leaders. As such, beginner leaders are restricted to low risk terrain and must operate under the supervision of other, more experienced, outdoor practitioners. Most Field Leader courses and modules cover leadership considerations. Outdoor practitioners are encouraged to pursue additional technical training relevant to specific activities.
Dates: April 30th - May 1st, 2022
Location: Crowsnest Pass, Alberta
Nestled in the Crowsnest Pass, this 40km trail has outstanding views of Crowsnest Mountain, the Seven Sisters, Window Mountain, and so much more! On this trip you will spend two nights under the stars, and three days hiking the stunning High Rock Trail. This High Rock is part of the Great Divide Trail, an 1100km thru hike trail weaving its way in and out of Alberta and BC. The High Rock, which is to become a premier section of the Great Divide Trail is just having its official opening this summer!
This trip is a collaboration of TERRAIN and Roots in the Wilderness
Date: September 8th -10th, 2023
Zoom pre-trip Q & A September
Includes: 2 dinners, 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, ACMG Hiking Guide, preparation checklists, backcountry camping permits, pre-trip online Q & A
Pre-requisites: Must be able to walk for hours at a time and carry a 40 lbs backpack
Location: Meeting near Coleman, Alberta
Brought to you by two female owned and operated businesses, Roots in the Wilderness and Nat’s Adventure Travel! https://natsadventuretravels.ca/
Spend two days and nights in the gorgeous mountains around Canmore! We will snowshoe by day, to return to relaxing yoga for snowshoers. After that we will feast on delicious vegetarian meals in the cozy Bell Cabin with great company.
Please note that we will send the full itinerary and driving directions 1 week before the retreat.
Dates: April 1- 3, 2022 *Women’s only trip Cost: $400 per person including gst
Includes: 2 snowshoe days(or hiking if snow disappears), 2 yoga for snowshoers classes, Friday night snacks, Saturday night dinner, 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, dorm style accommodation, ACMG Hiking Guides, preparation checklists, backcountry camping permits
Pre-requisites: Must be able to hike for couple hours at a time
Navigation
Maps
This technical skills module is a comprehensive introduction to navigation using maps. There is no prerequisite required to taking this 8 hour module. Students will be required to read a 20 page manual before attending the module. The module includes an examination for proficiency. However this module does not automatically qualify a person to lead in an environment where use of a map might be required. Successful graduate's skill levels will need to be reviewed and validated by other respected outdoor leaders.
Compass
This technical skills module is a comprehensive introduction to navigation using a compass. The Navigations (maps) is a pre-requisite for this 8 hour module. Students will be required to read a 15 page manual before attending the module. The module includes an examination for proficiency. However this module does not automatically qualify a person to lead in an environment where use of a compass map might be required. Successful graduate's skill levels will need to be reviewed and validated by other respected outdoor leaders.
*These two courses are best taken together
Specialized Trips or Courses
If you have a group who would like to go on a trip, learn a particular skill, or take a course, please contact info@rootsinthewilderness.ca for details and quotes
Suggested Trips & Courses:
Trail Running or Hiking Trips
Hiking & Yoga
Learn to Backpack
Guided Forest Therapy Walks
Multi-Sport Adventures
Outdoor Foundational Skills
