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June 2010 Education Programs

June 1-4

American Canoe Association (ACA) Instructor Certification          

This four-day course is designed to help outdoor educators and leaders, outfitters and enthusiasts develop the skills and teaching technique needed to safely lead others by canoe through flat water and moving water. 

Cost: $375/$415; includes instruction and certifications.

June 4, June 6, June 28

Tailless Peak Day Hikes

Uncomfortable approaching “trailless” high peaks on your own? These one-day courses will introduce you to the nuances of hiking off-trail through a guided trip to the summit(s).

Cost: $55/$60, includes instruction.

  • June 4 -- Table Top Mt. (elev. 4,427 ft.)
  • June 4 -- Iroquois Peak  (elev. 4,840 ft.)
  • June 6 --Esther Mt. (elev. 4,240 ft.) 
  • June 28 -- MacNaughton Mt. (elev. 4,000 ft.)  

June 16-20

Leave No Trace Master Educator 

This five-day course is designed for individuals who are actively teaching others backcountry skills or providing recreation information to the public. Through classroom discussions, lectures and a four-day backpacking or canoe trip, this course will cover the seven Leave No Trace principles and discuss wildland ethics, as well as give the participants the tools and techniques for disseminating these low-impact skills to other users of the backcountry. Participants could include a mixture of federal agency partners, educators, outdoor retailers, youth group and outing club leaders, and other individuals. Upon completion of the course, you will be qualified to teach Leave No Trace Trainer courses. The Leave No Trace Master Educator qualification is recognized and valued throughout the outdoor industry.

Location: Heart Lake Program Center

Cost: $629/$699, includes includes instruction, curriculum, teaching materials, a subscription to the Leave No Trace Tracker, and a one-year Leave No Trace individual membership. Wednesday night lodging in the loft of the Adirondak Loj, meals (Wednesday lunch through Sunday lunch), group equipment, and transportation during the course are also included.

June 25-27

Trailless Peak Backpacking: The Santanonis                            

This trip is designed for those who have experience hiking and backpacking and who are looking for guided backcountry experience in pursuit of climbing the three 4,000’+ summits of the Santanoni Range.  The group will hike into a base camp from which they’ll be guided up the “trailless” peaks of Santanoni, Panther, and Couchsachraga.    

Cost: $160/$175; includes instruction, meals, and use of group gear.

June 26

American Canoe Association (ACA) Intro to Canoe               

This one-day course focuses on basic solo and tandem canoe skills. Presentations include dressing to paddle safely and potential paddling hazards. Practice of simple rescues and a basic set of paddling skills prepare students to maneuver safely and comfortably on still water. 

Cost: $60 ACA member/$70 non-member/$100 including ACA membership; includes instruction. ADK members receive a 10 percent discount. Canoe rentals are available with advanced notice.

June 27

American Canoe Association (ACA) Intro to Kayak               

This one-day course focuses on basic solo kayak skills. Presentations include dressing to paddle safely and potential paddling hazards. Practice of simple rescues and a basic set of paddling skills prepare students to maneuver safely and comfortably on still water. 

Cost: $60 ACA member/$70 non-member/$100 including ACA membership; includes instruction.  ADK members receive a 10 percent discount. Kayak rentals are available with advanced notice. 

Unless otherwise noted, the first price is the ADK member price; second price is the nonmember price. Registration information is available here.