Course Overview:
The Basic Outdoor Leader Course is designed to equip participants with essential skills and knowledge for leading outdoor adventure activities. This immersive course combines theoretical instruction with hands-on practice, focusing on safety, skill development, and environmental stewardship.
Duration: 3 Days, 2 Nights
Venue: TMT Basecamp, Trị An, Đồng Nai
Hosted by: The Mountain Tribe
Quantity: 10 Trainees
Price: 13,500,000 VNĐ (All Inclusive) – Discounted to 7,500,000 VNĐ
Training schedule 2024 – 2025
- Batch 01: 02 – 04/10/2024
- Batch 02: 01 – 03/01/2025
- Batch 03: 02 – 04/04/2025
- Bacht 04: 04 – 06/06/2025
- Batch 05: 06-08/08/2025
- Batch 06: 01-03/10/2025
- Batch 07: 03-05/12/2025
Course Highlights:
- Overview of Outdoor Adventure: Understanding the history, benefits, and responsibilities of outdoor leadership.
- Safety and Risk Assessment: Identifying potential risks, implementing risk management strategies, and emergency planning.
- Skill Training: Developing personal skills in kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), and bushwalking (hiking, trekking).
- Leave No Trace Awareness: Learning and applying principles to minimize environmental impact.
- Campcraft and Safety: Mastering tent pitching, outdoor cooking, hygiene, and toileting practices.
- Leadership Assessment: Planning and leading an outdoor activity to demonstrate acquired skills and knowledge.
Course Syllabus:
Day 1: Introduction and Skill Training
Morning: Arrival and Orientation
- Welcome and course introduction
- Overview of The Mountain Tribe and TMT Basecamp
- Ice-breaker activities and team-building exercises
Session 1: Overview of Outdoor Adventure
- History and benefits of outdoor education
- Roles and responsibilities of an outdoor leader
- Introduction to different types of outdoor activities
Session 2: Safety and Risk Assessment for Activities
- Identifying potential risks in outdoor environments
- Risk management strategies and emergency planning
- Safety equipment and its proper use
Afternoon: Skill Training in Kayaking and SUP
- Personal skills in kayaking: techniques, balance, and paddling
- Safety procedures and rescue techniques
- Introduction to stand-up paddleboarding (SUP): stance, paddling, and balance
Afternoon: Campcraft and Safety
- Tent pitching: site selection, setup, and maintenance
- Basic knots and tarp setup
Evening: Environmental Awareness
- Principles of Leave No Trace (LNT)
- Minimizing impact on natural environments
- Practical application of LNT during activities
Day 2: Outdoor Skills Session
Morning: Bushwalking (Hiking and Trekking)
- Route planning and navigation (map and compass skills)
- Trail etiquette and group management
- Identifying and responding to environmental hazards
Afternoon: Skill Training in SUP
- Introduction to stand-up paddleboarding (SUP): stance, paddling, and balance
Afternoon: Campcrafting & Safety
- Outdoor cooking: meal planning, safe food handling, and cooking techniques
- Hygiene and toileting: maintaining cleanliness in the backcountry
- Water purification methods
Evening: Group Campfire and Reflection
- Sharing experiences and learning from the day
- Preparation for the final assessment
Day 3: Final Assessment and Leadership
Morning: Preparation for Final Assessment
- Review of skills and knowledge
- Individual and group preparation for leading an activity
Session 4: Final Assessment – Leading an Activity
- Each participant plans and leads an assigned outdoor activity (kayaking, SUP, or bushwalking,…)
- Demonstration of safety protocols and risk management
- Implementation of Leave No Trace principles
Afternoon: Closing Ceremony
- Group debrief and feedback session
- Presentation of certificates
- Group photo and celebration
- Departure from TMT Basecamp
Online Work: Evaluation and Feedback
- Personal reflection on leadership performance
**Important Note: Program activities are subject to change or customization due to unforeseen circumstances and will be decided by the TMT Course Leader.
What to Bring:
- Personal camping gear (tent, sleeping bag, sleeping mat) – **Discount to rent from TMT Outdoor Store.
- Appropriate clothing for outdoor activities
- Personal hygiene items
- Notebook and pen for taking notes
- Reusable water bottle and personal cutlery
Additional Information:
- Meals and accommodation will be provided.
- All necessary equipment for activities will be supplied.
- Participants should be in good physical condition and prepared for moderate physical activity.
Join us at TMT Basecamp for a transformative experience that will prepare you to lead and inspire others in the great outdoors!
Benefits of Completion:
- Participant Records: Your completion record will be maintained on The Mountain Tribe website for future reference and verification.
- Adventure Gift: Receive a special adventure gift for your next outdoor endeavors.
- Outdoor Working Logbooks: A set of logbooks to document and reflect on your outdoor leadership experiences.
- Job Promotion and Networking: Access to The Mountain Tribe’s Vietnamese networking opportunities and support for job promotion within the outdoor education industry in Viet Nam.
- Job Preference: Preferential consideration for roles such as Outdoor Staff, Coordinator, School Trip Leaders, and other positions with The Mountain Tribe and associated schools.
Price: 13,500,000 VNĐ (All Inclusive) – Discounted to 7,500,000 VNĐ
Each trainee will receive an adventure gift from The Mountain Tribe staff package below:
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Our consultants will contact you based on the information you provided. After that, you will need to pay a 30% non-refundable deposit within 3 working days to secure your spot in the course.