GAP YEAR Program – Get Trained to be a Wilderness Guide

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Do you have an interest in Wilderness Guiding and want to commit to a meaningful GAP YEAR?

The River Roots Program is based out of Huntsville, ON with a focus on Whitewater Canoeing. At the end of six short weeks grads are employable in the outdoor adventure tourism industry, having completed 5+ certifications, a 21-day James Bay Expedition including cultural immersion opportunities and many workshops focusing on both hard and soft skills. Not to mention all of the networking opportunities provided.Our goal of the River Roots Program is to create a learning opportunity for students to become well rounded outdoor professionals. Those who graduate from the program will be hard working, growth oriented leaders that have the skills, experience, and certifications to manage risk, make decisions, be environmental stewards, and inspire others.Your end goal may be to enter a career in outdoor education or backcountry guiding, to seek personal growth, to gain certifications and experience, to go on an epic adventure or have stories to last a lifetime. You decide. Must be 18 to enter the program.

Find out full details here – MHO River Roots Program