OUTDOOR LEADERSHIP
OUTDOOR LEADERSHIP & SKILLS:
RECREATION AND NATURAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT - AM
MAINE GUIDING and RECREATION - PM
General Overview: This experiential course is designed to inspire students to become confident leaders in outdoor environments. The program is crafted to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of outdoor pursuits, leadership principles, and the skills necessary to lead groups in various outdoor activities.
Whether students aspire to become Maine Guides, game wardens, outdoor educators, or pursue further education in environmental science, these course provide a solid foundation in outdoor leadership and adventure education. Students will gain the confidence, skills and passion to lead and inspire others in the outdoors while fostering a deep appreciation for nature and responsible outdoor recreation.
RECREATION & NATURAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT -AM
Student Certifications:
Maine Department of Inland Fisheries Firearm Hunter Safety
Maine Department of Inland Fisheries Trappers Safety
Maine Department of Inland Fisheries Snowmobile Safety
Maine Department of Inland Fisheries ATV safety
Leave No Trace
American Heart Association First Aid/CPR/AED
ServeSafe Food Handlers
Potential Course Units:
Mountain Bike Skills & Maintenance
Trail Building and Maintenance
Camping & Survival Skills
Climbing Wall Management
Cross Country Skiing
Map & Compass
GPS
Maple Production
Outdoor Cooking
Dual Enrollment Credit Available:
Three Credits: KPE 265 UMaine Outdoor Leadership Pathways
GUIDING & RECREATION- PM
Student Certifications:
American Canoe Association: River Rescue & Safety
American Canoe Association: River Canoe
Maine Department of Inland Fisheries Archery Safety
Maine Department of Inland Fisheries Snowmobile Safety
ServeSafe Food Handlers
American Heart Association CPR/AED
SOLO Wilderness First Aid
Registered Maine Guide license
American Canoe Association: River Rescue & Safety
American Canoe Association: River Canoe
Potential Course Units:
River Canoeing
Swiftwater Rescue
Maine Guide Preparation
Fly Fishing & Ice Fishing
Map Compass, GPS
Outdoor Cooking
Camping & Survival Skills
Dual Enrollment Credit Available:
Washington County Community College: one credit ADV 130: Maps and Compass, three credits ADV 170: Maine Guide Recreational Preparation
Careers:
Wildlife Biologist, Forester, Arborist , Forest Ranger, Game Warden, Marine Patrol , Maine Guide (Hunting, Fishing, Recreation, Rafting), Environmental Scientist, Marine Biologist, Surveyor, Geologist, Hydrologist, Park Ranger, Camp Director, Outdoor Program Coordinator, Outdoor Educator, Outdoor Sports Instructor, Gear Mechanic
Instructor
Alanna St.Amand
873-0102, ext.275
astamand@aos92.org
Careers:
Wildlife Biologist
Forester
Arborist
Forest Ranger
Game Warden
Marine Patrol
Maine Guide (Hunting, Fishing, Recreation, Rafting)
Environmental Scientist
Marine Biologist
Surveyor
Geologist
Hydrologist
Park Ranger
Camp Director
Outdoor Program Coordinator
Outdoor Educator
Outdoor Sports Instructor
Gear Mechanic