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Programs Leadership Development & Bushcraft Skill Program
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Leadership Development & Bushcraft Skill Program

$0.00

COST: $390

**This is your deposit

**Please pay via e-transfer to outandaboutinnature@gmail.com
We apologize for the extra step but it saves on pesky website fees and keeps programs accessible as possible.

*You will receive an invoice shortly after registration

9am-3pm

Monday - Friday

Ages 10 - 16

Out & Abouts’ Leadership Program

This program is designed to prepare youth with an opportunity to enhance their outdoor, personal, and leadership skills.
Participants will create relationships that will be everlasting and experience that will translate into their every day lives.

Are you ready to step into your potential as a leader and adventurer? Our Leadership Adventure Program is the perfect opportunity for teens and tweens aged 9-16 to develop essential leadership skills while connecting with the great outdoors. This program is designed to inspire confidence, teamwork, and independence in a fun, supportive environment.

What You’ll Gain

  • Leadership Skills: Learn how to lead with confidence, communicate effectively, and make thoughtful decisions.

  • Outdoor Expertise: Master essential outdoor skills like navigation, shelter-building, fire-starting, and Leave No Trace principles.

  • Teamwork and Problem-Solving: Participate in group challenges that build trust and collaboration.

  • Community Impact: Graduate with the tools and mindset to inspire change in your community.

Program Highlights

  • Interactive Workshops: Hands-on sessions that blend leadership training with outdoor adventure.

Wilderness First Aid

Wildlife Awareness

Tool Use and Projects

Shelter and Hammock Building 

Fire Safety

Knot Knowledge

Cooking in the Outdoors

  • Service Opportunities: Earn high school volunteer hours by mentoring younger participants or supporting program operations.

  • Adventurous Experiences: Activities like hiking, nature exploration, and group challenges designed to foster resilience and a love for the outdoors.

  • Personal Growth: Develop independence, confidence, and a strong sense of responsibility.

Why Join?

  • Build lifelong skills that prepare you for future success.

  • Gain valuable volunteer experience that can be added to school or job applications.

  • Connect with like-minded peers who share your passion for adventure and leadership.

Who Should Join?

Whether you're new to outdoor activities or an experienced adventurer, this program welcomes all teens and tweens who are eager to grow, explore, and lead.

Step into a unique learning experience with our Leadership program, thoughtfully designed to blend the best of both worlds: a structured, plan-based curriculum infused with the joy of play-based learning. 

Embark on a week of exploration, nature immersion, and leadership development designed for tweens and teens aged 9 to 16. This program promises a unique blend of hands-on activities, adventure, and the fostering of essential life skills.

After this program is complete, candidates qualify to become Junior Leaders, with the volunteer hours going towards their high-school credit.

The Leadership OAFNS Program is your child's gateway to a week filled with accomplishment, self-confidence, resilience, and lasting connections with both peers and nature. Join us for an enriching outdoor adventure and leadership development!

Quantity:
Limited Spaces!

COST: $390

**This is your deposit

**Please pay via e-transfer to outandaboutinnature@gmail.com
We apologize for the extra step but it saves on pesky website fees and keeps programs accessible as possible.

*You will receive an invoice shortly after registration

9am-3pm

Monday - Friday

Ages 10 - 16

Out & Abouts’ Leadership Program

This program is designed to prepare youth with an opportunity to enhance their outdoor, personal, and leadership skills.
Participants will create relationships that will be everlasting and experience that will translate into their every day lives.

Are you ready to step into your potential as a leader and adventurer? Our Leadership Adventure Program is the perfect opportunity for teens and tweens aged 9-16 to develop essential leadership skills while connecting with the great outdoors. This program is designed to inspire confidence, teamwork, and independence in a fun, supportive environment.

What You’ll Gain

  • Leadership Skills: Learn how to lead with confidence, communicate effectively, and make thoughtful decisions.

  • Outdoor Expertise: Master essential outdoor skills like navigation, shelter-building, fire-starting, and Leave No Trace principles.

  • Teamwork and Problem-Solving: Participate in group challenges that build trust and collaboration.

  • Community Impact: Graduate with the tools and mindset to inspire change in your community.

Program Highlights

  • Interactive Workshops: Hands-on sessions that blend leadership training with outdoor adventure.

Wilderness First Aid

Wildlife Awareness

Tool Use and Projects

Shelter and Hammock Building 

Fire Safety

Knot Knowledge

Cooking in the Outdoors

  • Service Opportunities: Earn high school volunteer hours by mentoring younger participants or supporting program operations.

  • Adventurous Experiences: Activities like hiking, nature exploration, and group challenges designed to foster resilience and a love for the outdoors.

  • Personal Growth: Develop independence, confidence, and a strong sense of responsibility.

Why Join?

  • Build lifelong skills that prepare you for future success.

  • Gain valuable volunteer experience that can be added to school or job applications.

  • Connect with like-minded peers who share your passion for adventure and leadership.

Who Should Join?

Whether you're new to outdoor activities or an experienced adventurer, this program welcomes all teens and tweens who are eager to grow, explore, and lead.

Step into a unique learning experience with our Leadership program, thoughtfully designed to blend the best of both worlds: a structured, plan-based curriculum infused with the joy of play-based learning. 

Embark on a week of exploration, nature immersion, and leadership development designed for tweens and teens aged 9 to 16. This program promises a unique blend of hands-on activities, adventure, and the fostering of essential life skills.

After this program is complete, candidates qualify to become Junior Leaders, with the volunteer hours going towards their high-school credit.

The Leadership OAFNS Program is your child's gateway to a week filled with accomplishment, self-confidence, resilience, and lasting connections with both peers and nature. Join us for an enriching outdoor adventure and leadership development!

COST: $390

**This is your deposit

**Please pay via e-transfer to outandaboutinnature@gmail.com
We apologize for the extra step but it saves on pesky website fees and keeps programs accessible as possible.

*You will receive an invoice shortly after registration

9am-3pm

Monday - Friday

Ages 10 - 16

Out & Abouts’ Leadership Program

This program is designed to prepare youth with an opportunity to enhance their outdoor, personal, and leadership skills.
Participants will create relationships that will be everlasting and experience that will translate into their every day lives.

Are you ready to step into your potential as a leader and adventurer? Our Leadership Adventure Program is the perfect opportunity for teens and tweens aged 9-16 to develop essential leadership skills while connecting with the great outdoors. This program is designed to inspire confidence, teamwork, and independence in a fun, supportive environment.

What You’ll Gain

  • Leadership Skills: Learn how to lead with confidence, communicate effectively, and make thoughtful decisions.

  • Outdoor Expertise: Master essential outdoor skills like navigation, shelter-building, fire-starting, and Leave No Trace principles.

  • Teamwork and Problem-Solving: Participate in group challenges that build trust and collaboration.

  • Community Impact: Graduate with the tools and mindset to inspire change in your community.

Program Highlights

  • Interactive Workshops: Hands-on sessions that blend leadership training with outdoor adventure.

Wilderness First Aid

Wildlife Awareness

Tool Use and Projects

Shelter and Hammock Building 

Fire Safety

Knot Knowledge

Cooking in the Outdoors

  • Service Opportunities: Earn high school volunteer hours by mentoring younger participants or supporting program operations.

  • Adventurous Experiences: Activities like hiking, nature exploration, and group challenges designed to foster resilience and a love for the outdoors.

  • Personal Growth: Develop independence, confidence, and a strong sense of responsibility.

Why Join?

  • Build lifelong skills that prepare you for future success.

  • Gain valuable volunteer experience that can be added to school or job applications.

  • Connect with like-minded peers who share your passion for adventure and leadership.

Who Should Join?

Whether you're new to outdoor activities or an experienced adventurer, this program welcomes all teens and tweens who are eager to grow, explore, and lead.

Step into a unique learning experience with our Leadership program, thoughtfully designed to blend the best of both worlds: a structured, plan-based curriculum infused with the joy of play-based learning. 

Embark on a week of exploration, nature immersion, and leadership development designed for tweens and teens aged 9 to 16. This program promises a unique blend of hands-on activities, adventure, and the fostering of essential life skills.

After this program is complete, candidates qualify to become Junior Leaders, with the volunteer hours going towards their high-school credit.

The Leadership OAFNS Program is your child's gateway to a week filled with accomplishment, self-confidence, resilience, and lasting connections with both peers and nature. Join us for an enriching outdoor adventure and leadership development!

Program Highlights:

Curiosity-led Exploration:

    • Discover the outdoors through natural, curiosity-led exploration with learning seamlessly woven in.

Mentoring and Small Group Adventures:

  • Experience mentoring from experienced instructors, fostering problem-solving skills and self-sufficiency.

  • Enjoy a high adult-to-child ratio (1:7) and primarily small group adventures.

Emphasis on Emotional Awareness:

  • Focus on emotional awareness, compassion, and gratitude to enhance personal and interpersonal growth.

Location:

  • 503 Rafting Road, Forester Falls, ON

  • DIRECTIONS HERE

  • Drop off at Pavilion (“Wedding Pavilion”)

*Early drop off is available. Email outandaboutinnature@gmail.com for inquiries.

Refund policy

Out and About summer program weeks are nonrefundable. An exception is made when we are able to fill the canceled space, and registrants will only receive a refund for the program, not the admin. Upon filling the space we'll send the partial refund. Filling spaces takes time and we're busy in the program so we appreciate as much time as possible.

This program is opted to be canceled if spots are not filled.

Out & About FNS

Locations:

Petawawa and Foresters Falls

(613) 293-3492

outandaboutinnature@gmail.com

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