Hike Ontario Fact Sheet 15
OUTDOOR SKILLS TRAINING
The following companies or programmes offer training of interest to the hiker in
Ontario. Other courses may be available and we would welcome any additional
information.
Hike Ontario Hike Leader Certification Programme
The Hike Ontario programme is presently under revision. Contact Hike Ontario for
status and details of course availability.
Wilderness Experience Certificate Programme
Loyalist College, Georgian College and Survival in the Bush, Inc. have combined their resources to offer the adult learner a series of outdoor oriented courses. The certificate is comprised of five core courses and two electives. Courses are run at Loyalist College - Bancroft Campus, Georgian College - Barrie Campus, or other locations.
Sample courses:
- Basic Wilderness First Aid
- Wilderness Survival
- Backpacking
- Orienteering
Contacts:
Barrie Campus, Georgian College
One Georgian Drive, Barrie, ON L4M 3X9
Tel. (705) 728-1968, ext. 1617 Suzanne Copeland
scopeland@central.georgianc.on.ca
Bancroft Campus, Loyalist College
195 Hastings Street North, Bancroft, ON
Tel. (613) 332-1743 Tom Malloy
malloy@loyalistc.on.ca
Survival in the Bush, Inc.
Dr. Gino F. Ferri, Ph.D., Director
RR#3, Hanover, ON N4N 3B9
Tel. (519) 364-4433
Fax (519) 364-4829
gferri@wcl.on.ca
www.survivalinthebushinc.com
Outdoor Discovery Programme, McMaster University, Hamilton
Wayne Terryberry, Coordinator
Tel. (905) 525-9140, ext. 23879
Fax (905) 526-1573
outdoor@mcmaster.ca
www-athrec.mcmaster.ca/outdoor/index.htm
Non-academic, instructional courses for student skill development or career
development, e.g. ORCA canoe tripping certification, Wilderness First Aid Outdoor Leadership Certificate, designed for part-time and weekend courses,
includes hiking, horseback riding, canoe tripping, first aid, leadership
skills, etc.
Sustainable Outdoor Recreation, Cambrian College, Sudbury
Joe Hamr, Coordinator
Tel. (705) 566-8101, ext. 7256
jxhamr@cambrianc.on.ca
www.cambrianc.on.ca
4-semester diploma course
Sault College, Sault Ste. Marie
Jason VanSlack
Parks and Outdoor Recreation Program
Sault College of Applied Arts & Technology
443 Northern Ave., Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 5L3
Tel. 1-800-461-2260
Tel. (705) 759-2554
Fax (705) 759-1319
jason.vanslack@saultc.on.ca
www.saultc.on.ca
Unique in Canada, two-year Parks & Outdoor Recreation Technician program
offers instruction in three major fields including Parks, Outdoor Recreation and
Wilderness-based Tourism.
Outdoor Recreation Program, Seneca College, King City Campus
Clare Magee, Coordinator
Outdoor Recreation Program
Seneca College King Campus
13990 Dufferin Street, King City ON L7B 1B3
Tel. 905-833-3333 ext. 5061
FAX 905-833-2085
Clare.Magee@senecac.on.ca
www.senecac.on.ca/tls/outdoor.htm
A variety of challenging jobs are available in the outdoor recreation field.
A partial list of opportunities include: work in skill instruction programs such
as canoeing, kayaking, skiing, rock climbing, nature interpretation, outdoor
education centres, year-round camps geared toward outdoor education and
recreation, eco-tourism programs, wilderness adventure programs, operation
of outdoor facilities such as ski centres and camps, retail sales of outdoor
clothing and equipment and outdoor programs for "special populations."
Please note that ORC is offered as a specialized post-diploma program. You
require an accredited college diploma or university degree with related work
experience to enter this program.
Introduction to Map & Compass, Level One, KennKart Digital Mapping
Stuart Kenn, Box 580, Beeton, ON L0G 1A0
Tel. (905) 729-4273
Toll free 1-888-355-3313
Fax (905) 729-4273
maps@kennkart.com
www.kennkart.com
4-hour course available on Saturday morning or afternoon
Wilderness Medical Associates Canada
1100 Main Street West, Suite 106
Hamilton, ON L8S 1B3
Tel. (905) 524-5531
Toll free (877) WILDMED
Fax (905) 524-3598
office@wildmed.ca
www.wildmed.ca
Wilderness medical training offered at various locations in Canada. Wilderness First Aid (16 hours); Advanced Wilderness First Aid (36 hours); Wilderness First Responder (72 hours).
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