GUIDE TO ADVENTURE smcvt.edu/adventure

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1 GUIDE TO ADVENTURE smcvt.edu/adventure

2 GREETINGS SAINT MICHAEL S COLLEGE COMMUNITY As always, the Adventure Sports Center is ready to provide students and employees with access to high quality adventure sports programming and state-of-the-sport equipment. The Guide to Adventure is filled with information about our hiking, mountain biking, rock climbing, kayaking, snowshoeing, ice climbing, mountaineering, and backcountry ski and ride trips. Our trained and certified student instructors will guide you on trips all throughout New England and beyond, possibly as far away as California. All are welcome to join our trips, from new outdoor adventurers, to more seasoned outdoor enthusiasts. To make programming even more accessible, we have included a number of Get Started hikes this year, designed to get students into adventure sports by exposing them to a few straightforward, classic Vermont hikes. One of our fundamental goals at the Adventure Sports Center is to make our programming available to all students and employees, no matter their experience level. So, always feel free to stop by our office, located in the ground floor of Alumni North. When you walk into the center, you will be greeted by a friendly and knowledgeable student instructor or student employee who can answer your questions, register you for weekend programming, or activate your Petra Cliffs Climbing Pass. We always enjoy meeting new people and helping them get outdoors. Please don t hesitate to stop by the Adventure Sports Center to peruse a guidebook, have a conversation, and find your next adventure. We look forward to seeing you soon! Cheers, Saint Michael s College Adventure Sports Center Staff OUR INSTRUCTORS Our student and staff Adventure Sports Center Instructors are driven by their enthusiasm and dedication to adventure sports. All of our instructors excel in leadership, decision-making, and coaching, and have significant training, experience, and knowledge in specific outdoor disciplines. On our trips, the instructional staff is focused on creating appropriate environments that maximize learning and promote success, all while keeping you safe and helping you enjoy your adventure. All Adventure Sports Center Instructors complete a yearlong Instructor Training Program which includes certifications in SOLO Wilderness First Aid, SOLO Wilderness First Responder, and CPR. In addition to these accreditations, our instructors are trained, assessed, and have earned certifications through other organizations such as: the American Canoe Association, British Canoeing, International Mountain Bicycling Association, American Mountain Guides Association, American Institute for Avalanche Research and Education, SOLO Wilderness Medicine, Leave-No-Trace, and the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians. Our instructors are ready and excited to guide your next adventure! How to become an Instructor 1. Attend the Outdoor Skills Course. See the long-term development section for more details. 2. At the conclusion of the Outdoor Skills Course you may complete an Instructor Training Program (ITP) Application. Instructor selection will occur by Tuesday, October 24th based on skills, instructor feedback and your reflective logbook.* 3. Attend ITP classes in November. 4. Attend early return training in January Successfully complete a probationary semester and participate in continued field and classroom trainings. 6. Successfully complete SOLO Wilderness First Responder (May 2018). * Due to overwhelming interest and limited spots for instructors, this is a competitive program and there will be evaluations and cuts made by a team of instructors and the directors throughout the year. Instructor Benefits Upon successful completion of the Instructor Training Program, you will have opportunities in specific disciplines to gain further certifications, which are subsidized by the school. These certifications often build off each other, allowing instructors to continue developing their skills as adventure sports leaders and guides. Furthermore, instructors have access to state-of-the-sport equipment to train and practice and our highly trained professional Adventure Sports Center directors are willing and able to help them gain more knowledge and skills in their specific disciplines. Many of the certifications and skills learned and honed as an instructor also translate to future adventures, jobs, and careers, even in jobs not involving adventure sports. For example, our instructors gain experience in risk assessment, problemsolving, decision-making, and coaching, while also utilizing leadership, group management, and communication skills. I Essential Eligibility Criteria All participants in Adventure Sport programs at Saint Michael s College are required to meet the Essential Eligibility Criteria (EEC) outlined below. In addition, expedition programming and some technical skills instruction may require additional program specific criteria. General EEC Each participant must complete a Adventure Sports Center Participant Agreement and Health Information Release. Each participant must be able to manage all personal care independently for the duration of the program. Each participant must be able to perform sport specific mobility independently for the duration of the program. Each participant must be able to move effectively in rugged, uneven and/or unstable terrain found in backcountry environments. Each participant must be able to put on all sport specific personal protective equipment independently and effectively wear the equipment for the duration of the program. Each participant must be able to respond to visual and verbal commands. Each participant must be able to communicate effectively up to 150 feet with potential background noise such as wind or rapids. Each participant must possess the agility, balance, coordination and fitness to accomplish discipline specific tasks. Discipline Specific EECs can be found at smcvt.edu/adventure Important ITP Dates Wednesday, September 6: Informational Meeting, Eddies Lounge in Alliot Hall Wednesday nights, September 13 through November 15: Classroom Sessions Weekend Trips: 3-6 trips or trainings required per semester Saturday, November 4 Sunday, November 5: Wilderness First Aid Thursday, January 11 Sunday, January 14, 2018: Early return training Tuesday, May 15 Tuesday, May 22: Wilderness First Responder The Adventure Sports Center allowed me to share my love of outdoor experiences with college students who haven t explored the wilderness. Dana Kuniholm

3 Sterling Pond Hike Sunday, September 24, 8:00am Take a hike with us to a beautiful pond in Smuggler s Notch. Sterling Pond offers a well foliaged ascent to a pristine mountain pond and is a great chance to see Smuggler s Notch in the fall. Mt. Mansfield Hike - Hell Brook Trail Sunday, October 8, 8:00am As one of the most continuously steep Vermont hikes, the Hell Brook Trail is aptly named for its rough and difficult terrain. After your hard work, however, you are rewarded with breathtaking views at the summit of Mt. Mansfield. HIKE Mt. Washington Overnight Friday - Saturday, September 29 30, 3:00pm $25/person Travel to the White Mountains in New Hampshire and climb the biggest piece of granite in New England with our instructors. This strenuous hike involves over 4,000 feet of elevation gain and panoramic views. We will be camping near the trailhead in order to get an early start on Saturday. Nebraska Notch Get Started Hike Saturday, October 21, 8:00am This gentle hike leads you to the Taylor Lodge on Mt. Mansfield. If you d like to experience Vermont s highest peak, but have little hiking experience, this is the hike for you! Although you won t be going all the way to the top, you can still take in many scenic views of the surrounding area. Mt. Hunger Hike Sunday, October 1, 8:00am Enjoy a moderate hike to spectacular views of Camel s Hump, Mount Mansfield and the quaint town of Stowe. Trek up rock stairs, over log bridges, and past waterfalls to reach this beautiful summit. Spruce Mountain Hike Sunday, October 22, 8:00am Spruce up your weekend with this trail. Climb to the peak of Spruce Mountain where you will find a preserved fire tower and panoramic views of central Vermont and New Hampshire. Introducing: Get Started Hikes! These hikes are an opportunity for students, who have little to no hiking experience or who do not feel comfortable yet on the trail, to get outside and give it a try. As with all our hikes, we will go over trail safety, Leave-No-Trace principles, and proper self-management techniques for hiking. We are offering three of these hikes during the Fall Semester. Butler Lodge Get Started Hike Saturday, September 2, 8:00am Hike up the Southwest side of Mt. Mansfield to Butler Lodge, a cozy lodge with views of the Champlain Valley and the Adirondacks beyond. This is a great chance to give hiking a try on Vermont s tallest mountain. Devil s Gulch Hike Sunday, September 3, 8:00am Come with us for a jaunt on the Long Trail and journey up a short trail through an ominous chasm in the northern Green Mountains. Discover how this trail got its name as you wind through a gorge lined with boulders. Stowe Pinnacle Hike Saturday, September 9, 8:00am This is a rewarding hike, offering beautiful views of the much-loved Stowe Mountain Resort and the surrounding area. You may barely recognize these views without the snow! Mt. Mansfield Hike Sunset Ridge Sunday, September 10, 8:00am Peaking at 4,393 ft., Mount Mansfield stands as Vermont s highest mountain. Along this trail, you will hike amongst the trees, and then scramble up rocks to reach the highest point in Vermont. Explore the spectacular views of the Adirondacks and the entire Champlain Valley on this magnificent hike! Cantilever Rock Get Started Hike Saturday, September 16, 8:00am This hike takes you through the winding trails of Underhill State Park, just around the base of Mt. Mansfield. Hikers pass over beautiful streams and walk around rocks, ending at Cantilever Rock, where you will see astonishing views of the Champlain Valley. Camel s Hump Hike Sunday, September 17, 8:00am Tied with Mt. Ellen as the third highest peak in Vermont, Camel s Hump is one of the most prominent mountains in the area at 4,083 ft. Following the Burrow s Trail up the mountain, this advanced hike rewards hikers with panoramic views from New York to New Hampshire. Mt. Abraham Hike Saturday, September 23, 8:00am This lovely hike doesn t include the top hat of its namesake, but the views of the towering Adirondacks and the serene Champlain Valley definitely make up for it. Enjoy this 4,000- footer with 360 degree panoramic views on the summit. Mt. Philo Sunset Dinner Hike Saturday, October 7, 4:00pm Enjoy this short, classic Vermont hike at Mt. Philo during this fall foliage season. Cook dinner on top of the mountain and enjoy your meal while watching the sun set over the Champlain Valley. Abbey Pond Hike Saturday, October 28, 8:00am Located near Middlebury, this hike ends at a beautiful little pond in the Green Mountains. Enjoy a relaxing jaunt and breathe in the fresh air of the outdoors. Mt. Ellen Hike Sunday, October 29, 8:00am At over 4,000 feet, Mt. Ellen is tied with Camel s Hump as the third highest peak in Vermont. Come check out one of the few 4,000 footers in Vermont, and take in some awesome views along the way. Backpacking in New England Saturday, October 14-Monday, October 16 $40/person Come with our instructors on an adventure through the woods of New England. You ll learn about backcountry camping skills and enjoy views of the rolling hills and mountains. ADVENTURE SPORTS CENTER KEY Easy Moderate Difficult Most Difficult Northern Ground Floor Alumni Hall smcvt.edu/adventure

4 BIKE Fundamentals of Mountain Biking Sunday, September 3, 12:00pm Saturday, September 9, 12:00pm Sunday, September 17, 12:00pm Saturday, September 23, 12:00pm Saturday, October 7, 12:00pm Sunday, October 22, 12:00pm Sunday, October 29, 12:00pm Prerequisite: Must be able to ride a bike. This is an exciting way to get started mountain biking! Spend an afternoon biking through the woods of Vermont, while learning and practicing skills and techniques that will help you enjoy your ride. Participating in this fundamentals trip helps develop your skills as a novice mountain biker and prepares you for more intermediate-level trips in the future. State-of-the-sport bikes and helmets are provided. Participants must attend a pre-skills session the preceding Thursday at 6:00pm for bike fitting and a brief lesson. KAYAK Sea Kayaking Fundamentals of Sea Kayaking and Lake Champlain Tour Saturday, September 2, 8:00am Sunday, September 24, 8:00am Saturday, September 30, 8:00am Sunday, October 22, 8:00am Come spend a day paddling on the waters of Lake Champlain with views of the Green and Adirondack Mountains. You will learn how to maneuver your kayak using a variety of strokes and how to perform basic rescue skills. This trip is perfect for someone who has never paddled before or recreational paddlers who are interested in developing their technique and safety skills. Each trip is a separate paddling session. Sea Kayak Overnight Saturday, October 14 Monday, October 16 $40/person Spend your long weekend sea kayaking and camping on Lake Champlain. Over the course of two nights and three days you will hone your paddling skills and gain a whole new perspective of Lake Champlain. Whitewater Kayaking Fundamentals of Whitewater Kayaking Sunday, September 10, 8:00am Saturday, September 23, 8:00am Saturday, October 7, 8:00am Saturday, October 21, 8:00am Take a paddle on the wild side! Our highly trained instructors will help you feel comfortable while you get a taste of whitewater kayaking. Participating in this fundamentals trip helps develop your skills as a novice paddler and prepares you for more intermediate-level trips in the future. No experience necessary. These trips are all separate sessions. Whitewater Rafting on the Hudson River Saturday, September 9, 6:00am $65/person Get ready for an adventure! Make your way down the exciting Hudson River Gorge, led by experienced Wild Waters Outdoor Center guiding professionals. You ll spend a day rafting in this beautiful New York gorge with breakfast, lunch, dinner, and guide services all provided on these premier Northeast rapids. ADVENTURE SPORTS CENTER KEY Easy Moderate Difficult Most Difficult Northern Ground Floor Alumni Hall smcvt.edu/adventure

5 CLIMB Fundamentals of Rock Climbing Saturday, September 2, 7:30am Sunday, September 10, 7:30am Saturday, September 16, 7:30am Sunday, September 24, 7:30am Sunday, October 1, 7:30am (Women s Only) Saturday, October 21, 7:30am Climb out of bed and start scaling the rocky faces of Vermont. Our trained climbing instructors will show you around local cliffs and crags. Here you will learn basic climbing skills and techniques. No experience is necessary! Participating in this fundamentals trip helps develop your skills as a novice climber and prepares you for more intermediate-level trips in the future. Intermediate Rock Climbing Sunday, October 8, 7:00am Saturday, October 28, 7:00am Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Rock Climbing or by Director Approval Are you ready to climb some more challenging routes? Come visit New England s most popular crags with our trained instructors and work on improving your skills. Anchor Building Clinic Friday, October 6, 3:00pm Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Rock Climbing or by Director Approval $10/person This is an opportunity to spend an afternoon on top of a climb and learn how to set up top rope anchors. Utilize safety skills and techniques and put them to the test. This is a great way for seasoned climbers to expand their knowledge. Gagnon Climbing Wall in Tarrant Join us at our own indoor rock wall in the Tarrant Recreation Center. Learn the basics and advance your climbing technique. Hours of operation will be posted at the climbing wall in Tarrant and in the Adventure Sports Center, located in the Northern ground floor of Alumni Hall. Climbing at the wall is included in tuition. Petra Cliffs Climbing Pass With a Petra Pass activation fee of only $45, you can enjoy unlimited access to Petra s 8,500 square feet of indoor climbing and bouldering areas. Petra Cliffs is located in South Burlington and is a great place to develop climbing techniques that you can use on our outdoor climbing trips. Come find out more about how to get a Petra Pass in the Adventure Sports Center! ADVENTURE SPORTS CENTER KEY Easy Moderate Difficult Most Difficult 9

6 FALL 2017 ADVENTURE PROGRAMS SPRING 2018 ADVENTURE PROGRAMS SEPT 2 SEPT 3 SEPT 9 SEPT 10 SEPT 15 SEPT 16 SEPT 17 SEPT 22 SEPT 23 SEPT 24 SEPT 29 SEPT 30 Butler Lodge Get Started Hike Fundamentals of Rock Climbing Fundamentals of Sea Kayaking Devil s Gulch Hike Stowe Pinnacle Hike Whitewater Rafting on the Hudson River Mt. Mansfield Sunset Ridge Trail Hike Fundamentals of Rock Climbing Fundamentals of Whitewater Kayaking Mountain Biking Long Term Development Cantilever Rock Get Started Hike Fundamentals of Rock Climbing Camel s Hump Hike Rock Climbing Long Term Development Rock Climbing Long Term Development Mt. Abe Hike Fundamentals of Whitewater Kayaking Sterling Pond Hike Fundamentals of Rock Climbing Fundamentals of Sea Kayaking Mt. Washington Overnight Mt. Washington Overnight Fundamentals of Sea Kayaking OCT 1 OCT 6 OCT 7 OCT 8 OCT 13 SAT-MON OCT OCT 20 OCT 21 OCT 22 OCT 27 OCT 28 OCT 29 SAT & SUN NOV 4-5 FRI-SUN NOV Mt. Hunger Hike Fundamentals of Rock Climbing (Women Only) Mountain Biking Long Term Development Rock Climbing Long Term Development Anchor Building Clinic Kayaking Long Term Development Mt. Philo Sunset Hike Fundamentals of Whitewater Kayaking Hell Brook Hike Intermediate Rock Climbing Kayaking Long Term Development Mountain Biking Long Term Development Overnight Hike 1 Overnight Hike 2 Overnight Sea Kayak Rock Climbing Long Term Development Nebraska Notch Get Started Hike Fundamentals of Rock Climbing Fundamentals of Whitewater Kayaking Mountain Biking Long Term Development Spruce Mountain Hike Fundamentals of Sea Kayaking Rock Climbing Long Term Development Kayaking Long Term Development Abbey Pond Hike Intermediate Rock Climbing Kayaking Long Term Development Mt. Ellen Hike Wilderness First Aid Sea Kayaking Trip to Maine (Long Term Development) JAN 20 JAN 21 JAN 27 JAN 28 FEB 2 FEB 3 THURSDAY FEB 8 FEB 9 FEB 10 FEB 11 FEB 17 FEB 18 FEB 24 FEB 25 Nebraska Notch Snowshoe Devil s Gulch Snowshoe Fundamentals of Mountaineering Learn to Ski/Snowboard Sterling Pond Snowshoe Learn to Ski/Snowboard Mt. Hunger Snowshoe Fundamentals of Ice Climbing Mt. Abe Snowshoe Fundamentals of Ice Climbing Backcountry Ski and Ride Long Term Development Abbey Pond Snowshoe Fundamentals of Ice Climbing Fundamentals of Backcountry Skiing and Riding Snake Mountain Snowshoe Backcountry Ski and Ride Long Term Development Fundamentals of Ice Climbing (Women s Only) Camel s Hump Snowshoe Fundamentals of Mountaineering Fundamentals of Backcountry Skiing and Riding Learn to Ski/Snowboard Mt. Belvidere Snowshoe Fundamentals of Ice Climbing Backcountry Ski and Ride Long Term Development MAR 3 MAR 4 SAT-SUN MAR MAR 24 MAR 25 SAT & SUN APR 7-8 TUES-TUES MAY Cantilever Rock Snowshoe Fundamentals of Ice Climbing Fundamentals of Backcountry Skiing and Riding Spring Break Trips Backcountry Ski and Ride Long Term Development Intermediate Backcountry Skiing and Riding Wilderness First Responder Recertification Wilderness First Responder

7 SKI & RIDE Fundamentals of Backcountry Skiing and Riding Sunday, February 11, 7:30am Saturday, February 24, 7:30am Sunday, March 4, 7:30am Prerequisite: Strong intermediate skiing or riding skills. Ditch the ski lift and earn your turns! Try alpine touring or split boarding and take your skiing or riding to a whole new level in the backcountry. Our trained ski/ride instructors will guide you as you skin your way up the mountain and carve your way back down! Intermediate Backcountry Skiing and Riding Sunday, March 25, 7:30am Prerequisite: Strong intermediate skiing or riding skills and Fundamentals Backcountry skiing or riding or by Director Approval. If you want to refine your backcountry skiing or riding skills, this is the trip for you! Our instructors will help you improve your skills and techniques in a more advanced backcountry setting. Learn to Ski and Snowboard Sunday, January 21, 8:00am Saturday, January 27, 8:00am Saturday, February 24, 8:00am $20 for a full day lift ticket $20 for full day rentals $20 for group lesson There is no better deal than this: a free ride to the mountain, reduced rentals, and ski/snowboard instruction from a Smugg s instructor. Don t miss out on this incredible opportunity and make the most of wintertime in Vermont! Smugglers Notch Ski and Ride Pass For a $65 Smugg s Pass activation fee, you can enjoy unlimited skiing and riding at one of the East Coast s premiere resorts. You also receive 50% off equipment rentals and group lessons and unlimited use of the cross-country ski and snowshoe trails. Subscribe to the Smugg s Pass distribution list to find out more. Smuggs Bus Saturday, January 20, 8:00 am Saturday, January 27, 8:00 am Saturday, February 3, 8:00am Saturday, February 10, 8:00am Saturday, February 17, 8:00am Saturday, February 24, 8:00am This bus to Smugg s Ski Resort runs almost every weekend during the spring ski season. Students can ride the bus to the mountain and back for free! Sign up lists are located in the Adventure Sports Center and based on a first-come firstserve basis. The bus will depart from the Ryan Hall bus stop at 8:00am and depart from Smugg s Lot #1 at 4:00pm. SNOWSHOE Nebraska Notch Snowshoe Saturday, January 20, 8:00am Enjoy Mt. Mansfield from a new viewpoint! This gentle hike leads you to the Taylor Lodge on Vermont s highest peak, where you are rewarded with views of the surrounding mountains. Devil s Gulch Snowshoe Sunday, January 21, 8:00am Join us on this trek through the snow, climbing to enjoy breathtaking views of Hazen Notch from the northernmost peak of the Green Mountains. Wind through a gorge filled with large boulders and discover how this trail got its name. Sterling Pond Snowshoe Saturday, January 27, 8:00am Interested in seeing Smuggler s Notch from a different perspective? This snowshoe takes you up to the Sterling Pond Shelter, where you can catch glimpses of the surrounding mountains before you make your way back to campus for some hot cocoa. Mt. Hunger Snowshoe Sunday, January 28, 8:00am Experience the Vermont winter at over 3,500 feet! Climb to reach the summit of Mt. Hunger, which offers beautiful views of the Green and White Mountains. Enjoy snow-capped views of Vermont over the course of this snowshoe. Mt. Abe Snowshoe Saturday, February 3, 8:00am Enjoy one of Vermont s 4,000 footers this winter season! This challenging snowshoe takes you to the top of this snow-covered bald peak and results in a spectacular view of the Champlain Valley and the Adirondacks beyond. Abbey Pond Snowshoe Saturday, February 10, 8:00am Take a relaxing snowshoe to a frozen pond while getting some fresh air. On this snowshoe, you will enjoy the simple beauty of Vermont in the wintertime. Snake Mountain Snowshoe Saturday, February 17, 8:00am Snake up along a horse carriage road to the top of this mountain where you will enjoy views of Lake Champlain, the Adirondacks, and the remnants of a 19th century hotel. Camel s Hump Snowshoe Sunday, February 18, 8:00am Challenge yourself with this classic Vermont snowshoe. This invigorating trek rewards you with sweeping views of the Green, White, and Adirondack Mountains. Mount Belvidere Snowshoe Sunday, February 25, 8:00am Wind your way through a spruce forest, past Belvidere Saddle to a renovated fire tower on the summit of Mt. Belvidere. This snowshoe provides gorgeous views of the snow-covered Green Mountains of Vermont. Cantilever Rock Snowshoe Saturday, March 3, 8:00am Enjoy views of the Champlain Valley and the Adirondacks on this snowshoe up to Cantilever Rock. This trail climbs part of Mt. Mansfield and provides an opportunity to breathe in Vermont s crisp winter air. ADVENTURE SPORTS CENTER KEY Easy Moderate Difficult Most Difficult Northern Ground Floor Alumni Hall smcvt.edu/adventure

8 ICE CLIMBING & MOUNTAINEERING Fundamentals of Ice Climbing Sunday, January 28, 7:30am Saturday, February 3, 7:30am Sunday, February 11, 7:30am Saturday, February 17, 7:30am (Women s Only) Sunday, February 25, 7:30am Sunday, March 4, 7:30am If you re looking to get outside during the winter season and try a new winter sport, give ice climbing a whack! These trips are an introduction to the sport of ice climbing and our skilled instructors will teach you to use ice tools and crampons to ascend ice walls in scenic Smuggler s Notch. Fundamentals of Mountaineering Sunday, January 21, 7:30am Saturday, February 24, 7:30am Learn how to navigate difficult mountain terrain and see Smuggler s Notch from an entirely different perspective. Whether it s tied into a rope team, or moving on a fixed line, this trip is sure to be a fun and exciting excursion for all levels of experience. ADVENTURE SPORTS CENTER KEY Easy Moderate Difficult Most Difficult 15

9 LONG TERM DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS Do you want to learn more about taking care of yourself in the outdoors or about the Adventure Sports Center s technical offerings? Long Term Development Programs are designed to help you progress in a given discipline and improve your skills over the course of a semester. Whether it is outdoor skills, rock climbing, paddling, mountain biking or mountaineering, these programs can take your skills to the next level. The trainings will build upon each other and provide you with more opportunities to practice and develop your skills over an extended period. Participants should have at least one day of experience in the discipline. Outdoor Skills Course Wednesday Nights 6 9 pm September 6 October weekend days: Exact dates to be determined $50/person, $150/person if attending Wilderness First Aid November 4-5 Are you interested in developing or refining your ability to plan and execute safer and more enjoyable backcountry experiences? For fall 2017 the Adventure Sports Center is excited to introduce the Outdoor Skills Course. Topics for the course include: Clothing and equipment selection and utilization Water disinfection Backcountry Shelter Backcountry Cooking Navigation Trip and contingency planning Weather forecasting This training will include evening and field sessions as well as practice time outside of the formal class schedule. Participation in all sessions is mandatory as the sessions will build on prior knowledge and students will be encouraged to participate in additional Adventure Sports Programming to practice skills and reinforce knowledge. For students wishing to become instructors, this course will serve as the initial training and selection process, however, this training is open to all. Rock Climbing Long Term Development Sunday, September 17, 8:00am Friday, September 22, 3:00pm Sunday, October 1, 8:00am Friday, October 20, 3:00pm Sunday, October 22, 8:00am $50/person Improve your rock climbing and learn anchor building skills with this Long Term Development Program. Start with basic climbing techniques, learn how to build top rope anchors, rappel, and get exposed to sport lead techniques. Mountain Biking Long Term Development Friday, September 15, 3:00pm Sunday, October 1, 8:00am Friday, October 13, 3:00pm Saturday, October 21, 8:00am $50/person Want to develop your skills as a mountain biker? This is a great opportunity to develop not only mountain biking skills and techniques, but also to learn about bike maintenance and repairs. Begin with the basics and after a few sessions, try your new skills on more challenging trails. Kayaking Skills Long Term Development Friday, October 6, 3:00pm Sunday, October 8, 8:00am Friday, October 27, 3:00pm Saturday, October 28, 8:00am Friday Sunday, November 10 12: Sea Kayak Trip to Maine (Additional $50) $50/person Hone your skills as a paddler with this Long Term Development Program. Develop skills in both sea kayak and whitewater boats and improve your abilities in both of these disciplines. This program will culminate in a three-day sea kayaking trip to Maine where you can put your skills to the test and enjoy all coastal Maine has to offer! Mountaineering Long Term Development Friday, February 2, 3:00pm Friday - Sunday, February 9 11: Mountaineering Skills Overnight (Additional $50) Sunday, February 18, 8:00am Sunday, March 25, 8:00am $50/person Want to experience winter and the snow-covered Green Mountains in a new way? Give this Mountaineering Long Term Development Program a try! Learn how to better traverse and ascend snowy and icy slopes with crampons, an ice axe and rope team skills. This program may include a weekend in February winter camping and practicing your skills on the mountain. Backcountry Ski and Ride Long Term Development Thursday, February 8, 3:00pm Saturday, February 17, 8:00am Sunday, February 25, 8:00am Saturday, March 24, 8:00am $50/person If you are an experienced skier and want to start earning your turns, this program is for you. The Backcountry Ski and Ride Long Term Development Program will have you skinning up mountains and skiing down steep pitches in some of Vermont s best backcountry terrain. 16 Northern Ground Floor Alumni Hall smcvt.edu/adventure Northern Ground Floor Alumni Hall smcvt.edu/adventure

10 EXTENDED PROGRAMS Rock Climbing in Joshua Tree National Park, California Spring Break, March 10-17, 2018 Cost: TBA Escape the end of winter to sunny California. Joshua Tree National Park is a climbing mecca boasting more than 10,000 climbable routes in a spectacular desert setting. The Joshua Tree trip provides opportunities for climbers to expand their skills at all levels including top-roping, multi-pitch climbing, anchoring, rappelling and traditional lead climbing. Sea Kayaking in Charleston, South Carolina Spring Break, March 10-17, 2018 Cost: TBA Charleston, South Carolina is an amazing cultural and historical destination, as well as a premier winter/spring sea kayaking destination. It offers moderate temperatures, sandy beaches, excellent surf, and dynamic conditions. All of this makes it an excellent spring break venue for novice sea paddlers, interested in developing their skills and challenging themselves in open water venues. We will be basing out of elevated cabins on James Island, giving us access to a variety of venues for surf, tidal play, navigation and tours. Students interested in participating must demonstrate basic proficiency in touring or sea kayaks, through one or more of the many programs offered by the Adventure Sports Center during the fall semester. Equipment Rentals and Pricing Camping Gear Sleeping Bag $4.00 Sleeping Pad $1.00 Tents* $5.00 Hiking Gear Day Pack (2,500 cu. in.) $3.00 Large Pack (2,500 cu. in.) $5.00 Trekking Poles $1.00 THE ADVENTURE SPORTS CENTER OUTFITTER Cooking Gear Stove* $5.00 Water Filter* $3.00 Cook Set (pots, pans etc.) $2.00 * Individual must prove proficiency before rental. Note: No kayaking, mountain biking, skiing, riding or climbing equipment will be rented. For these activities, we suggest joining us on a guided Adventure Sports Center trip. Technical equipment and clothing for our trips can be obtained through the Adventure Sports Center Outfitter for all participants free of charge. For details, see our list of program specific packing lists. For those wishing to partake in their own adventures, our outfitter also offers a comprehensive rental program with reasonable prices. The Outfitter is located in the Adventure Sports Center Office in the ground floor of Alumni North and is where our friendly and knowledgeable staff will help you check out gear. Don t let a lack of gear stop you from enjoying your own outdoor pursuits! Winter Gear Snowshoes $5.00 Gaiters $1.00 NEO s Overboots $2.00 Bottle Parka free WILDERNESS MEDICINE Wilderness First Aid Saturday - Sunday, November 4-5, 2017 Cost: $100 for Students, $140 for Faculty/Staff, $175 for General Public This course introduces participants to the basics of patient care in a wilderness environment. Successful completion of this course will result in a SOLO WFA (Wilderness First Aid) certification. Wilderness First Responder Recertification Saturday - Sunday, April 7-8, 2018 Prerequisite: Current SOLO WFR or W-EMT Certification Cost: $110 for Students, $150 for Faculty/Staff, $180 for General Public Anyone who has previously taken a WFR course (or is a W-EMT) can participate in this course to refresh their skills and to keep their certification up to date. After a fast-paced, two day program, all participants are recertified under the SOLO Wilderness Medicine guidelines. Wilderness First Responder Tuesday - Tuesday May 15-22, :30 am - 5:00 pm, everyday Cost: TBA This course takes a more in-depth approach to wilderness medicine and includes patient assessment, treatment, and prevention. After a mix of both classroom sessions and active scenarios, participants will leave this course with a professional certification (SOLO Wilderness First Responder) that is widely respected in the outdoor leadership field. Course Fees Course fees can be paid in cash, by check made out to SMC Adventure Sports Center, or with a Knight Card. The course fees help cover the cost of transportation, food, equipment purchase and maintenance, guide fees and land-use permits. The Adventure Sports Center is a not-for-profit organization; all the money that we receive directly helps to pay for your wilderness experience. Program Registration & Cancellation Policy Register for trips and courses in the Adventure Sports Center, located in the ground floor of Alumni North. We limit program size in order to provide the best possible experience for participants and to minimize our impact on the environment. Programs are filled on a first-come, first-serve basis, and your spot is reserved only when you have paid in full. If for any reason you need to withdraw from a program, we can only guarantee a full refund if your space on the trip can be filled. Contact Us If you need any additional information, please call the Adventure Sports Center at or check out our website at: List You can get additional updates and notifications by subscribing to our list. To do this, you must log into your mysmc Portal, click on Mailing Lists on the left-hand side, scroll down and click on Subscribe next to Adventure Sports Center. There is a different list for the Smugg s Pass, which you can also subscribe to on the portal. These lists are the only way you will receive s from our office about important changes, events, and the Smugg s Pass. Social Media! You can also like the Saint Michael s College Adventure Sports Center on Facebook and follow us on Instagram (@smcadventure) to get updates about upcoming trips and trainings. 18 Northern Ground Floor Alumni Hall smcvt.edu/adventure Northern Ground Floor Alumni Hall smcvt.edu/adventure

11 The Adventure Sports Center One Winooski Park, Box 324, Colchester, Vermont smcvt.edu/adventure