Naturalists At Large - Safety & Our Instructors

Safety & Our Instructors

A cornerstone of the Naturalists at Large safety philosophy is to provide a comfortable outdoor experience.

Students learn techniques to make them feel safe and at ease in the outdoors. At a minimum, our instructors hold First Aid and CPR certifications and attend our own extensive safety training programs and workshops. Each of our sites has plans to meet specific emergencies.

The most effective part of our safety program is prevention. Instructors provide continual training throughout all program activities, teaching students to be aware of potential hazards.

		Naturalists at Large is a member of American Mountain Guides Association (AMGA), American Camping Association (ACA) and the Association of Experiential Educators (AEE) - all of which assures our climbing, camping and other programs meet or exceed industry standards in every activity.

Naturalists at Large staff members are experienced outdoor teachers.

Our goal continues to be leaders in staff training and preparation.

Professionals in their field, our naturalists hold college degrees or the equivalent.

They possess skills, such as rock climbing, backpacking, canoeing mountaineering, natural history, outdoor teaching, snorkeling and kayaking.

Some instructors have studied education while others come from a background in the sciences. All have a lifelong enthusiasm for the outdoors, a wealth of practical experience, a special commitment to outdoor education and have experience working with children and adults in a wilderness environment.

Our instructors are enthusiastic with a talent for teaching and the training necessary to handle the diverse needs of students. All Naturalists at Large instructors are required to attend skill and safety seminars, emergency medical training and in-service workshops throughout the year. Many of our women and men have trekked in Nepal, climbed or traveled in Europe, skied the Canadian wilderness or kayaked through the Sea of Cortez. They come from all over our country and bring an individual level of expertise that strongly compliments the philosophy and goals of Naturalists at Large.

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