General Skills Task list

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1 General Skills Task list Name Official Start Completion Trainee Training /s Trainer/s Participate in Candidate Training and get on Peak Adventures payroll Complete Candidate Task List Pay for and attend one Peak Adventures outdoor trip Complete the Wish List Obtain Class B permit Obtain current CPR/ First Aid (must maintain to keep position) Attend Peak Adventure s First Aid Refresher Training Explain how to use all Outdoor Trip checklists and required paperwork Identify poison oak and list its physical traits as well as its effects on most people* Properly load and unload the van and roof rack Demonstrate a proper clothing layering system Display an understanding of proper food handling and hygiene* Demonstrate a knowledge of hydration and its effects on the human body Complete three Outdoor Trip Leader Workshops (refresh with at least one per semester) Obtain Class B driver s license 1

2 Show the ability to read clients ability and comfort levels Obtain the Wilderness First Aid (WFA) certification Run one pre- trip meeting according to the pre- trip agenda: Lead any group in a name game Lead any group in an ice breaker Assist with a food buy Demonstrate basic knowledge of environmental ethics and Leave- No- Trace principles Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of three Interpretive techniques (art of connecting people to natural area, historical site, etc) Know, understand, and recite the four basic stages of Group Development Show the ability to carry out the Emergency Action Plan Understand and know how to use a SOAP note Co- lead on at least 3 Peak Adventures trips Attend at least three Core Outdoor Leader workshops per semester/season Dark Gray required to apprentice on a Peak Adventures outdoor trip Light Gray required to Co- Lead a Peak Adventures outdoor trip White required to Lead a Peak Adventures outdoor trip 2

3 Outdoor Skills Task List Completion Safety / Technical Skills Trainee Training /s Trainer/s Demonstrate techniques for river and stream crossing Demonstrate proper splinting techniques Explain proper disposal methods for human waste Explain personal hygiene for male and females Explain all proper water purification methods Explain methods for finding lost participant Explain S.T.O.P procedures Demonstrate knowledge of signs of changing weather Explain how to run a lightning drill Explain methods for traveling on and off trails Explain techniques for finding water Demonstrate knowledge of how to identify local trees / floral / fauna Facilitation/Leadership Demonstrate three interactive methods for teaching LNT principles Explain knowledge of 3 rules and Challenge by Choice Name: 3

4 Over Night Skills Task List Completion Safety / Technical Skills Trainee Training /s Trainer/s Explain proper campsite selection Demonstrate knowledge of setting up camp Demonstrate safe fire building / starting / maintaining techniques Demonstrate 2 different bear bagging techniques Explain meal logistics / setup / cleanup / cooking Demonstrate knowledge of stove safety and use Show proper methods of building tarp shelters Show understanding of basic astronomy Operations/Efficiency Demonstrate knowledge of camping gear checklist Backpacking Task List Completion Safety / Technical Skills Trainee Training /s Trainer/s Demonstrate how to properly fit and adjust backpack Demonstrate how to properly pack backpack Show methods for dividing group gear Demonstrate proper blister care and prevention skills Demonstrate map, compass, and navigation skills 4

5 Explain importance of backcountry nutrition Operations/Efficiency Demonstrate knowledge of group gear checklist Facilitation/Leadership Lead any group in a Nature game Demonstrate three different area specific interactive methods for teaching LNT Rock Climbing Task List Completion Safety / Technical Skills Trainee Training /s Trainer/s Demonstrate the ability to teach participants how to belay Demonstrate how to properly fit and adjust a climbing harness Demonstrate proper shoe sizing and fitting Explain proper LNT at a climbing site Demonstrate ability to set up an equalized top rope system Demonstrate ability to set up and facilitate a rappel system Demonstrate the backup belay and facilitate participants through the process Explain site safety factors while climbing (helmet, unstable grounds, steep edges, falling debris, etc.) Demonstrate the ability to lead basic rescues (jammed anchor point, jammed belay device) Operations/Efficiency Demonstrate knowledge of the group climbing gear checklist and how to properly check gear in and out Name: 5

6 Demonstrate how to properly pack backpack Demonstrate the ability to teach basic rock climbing techniques Demonstrate the ability to properly match participants skills with proper routes Demonstrate the ability to handle a participant that is scared or nervous (on the ground or in the air) Facilitation / Leadership Demonstrate three climbing specific interactive methods for teaching LNT Explain ways to entertain participants while setting up anchors General Snow Trip Task List Completion : Safety / Technical Skills Trainee Training /s Trainer/s Demonstrate how to properly fit snow chains on Peak Vans Demonstrate ability to safely drive vans with snow chains Show proficiency in clothing layering systems for cold weather Demonstrate how to properly fit or size all boots and equipment Show the ability to teach participants how to step into and get out of all ski and snowboard bindings Explain methods for acquiring water in a winter setting Demonstrate map, compass, and navigation skills for winter travel Demonstrate application of LNT principles to the winter environment Show two methods of building snow shelters Know signs/symptoms and proper treatment for hypothermia Know how to properly use trekking poles 6

7 Operations/Efficiency Demonstrate familiarity with group gear checklist for winter trips Understand check- in process at resorts Be familiar with Bad Weather Cancellation Criteria Demonstrate an understanding of the process for providing hot drinks for participants on winter trips Lead any group in a winter nature game Facilitation / Leadership Demonstrate one winter specific interactive method of teaching LNT principles Know 3 activities that can help people warm up Understanding of the Dimensions of Success Model Explain importance of winter backcountry nutrition Mountain Biking Task List Completion Safety / Technical Skills Trainee Training /s Trainer/s Know and understand all basic components of a mountain bike Describe how to handle the following trail break downs: Flat tire Bent derailleur hanger Bent wheel Broken chain Misaligned chain and chain suck Name: 7

8 Show familiar with the area to be visited and have a plan of where you will be riding Demonstrate ability to teach the following basic mountain bike maneuvers and relate these drills to riding on the trail: Shifting and multi- gear systems Even braking between front and rear brake Small tight circles Ratcheting Unweighting and weight distribution on bike Splitting the line Climbing techniques Descending techniques Bunny hopping Understand as a leader what you need to carry with you during the trip, water, first aid kit, pump, repair tools, spare tubes Operations/Efficiency Demonstrate ability to inspect van racks and properly load/unload bicycles onto racks Demonstrate the ability to adjust a seat to the proper height of the participant Demonstrate knowledge of trail/road etiquette (horses, pedestrians, other cyclist, and vehicles) Facilitation / Leadership Demonstrate three mountain biking specific LNT principles 8

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