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Adirondack Guide Orientation
Date: Thursday, November 20th
Time: 7:00pm
Location: CCE Training Center
Join us for the 4-H Adirondack Guide Orientation and learn all about this year-long program! Open to all youth ages 12-18.
The 4-H Adirondack Guide Program is an exciting and unique program designed for youth who would like to explore, in depth, natural resource related topics. The program gives teenagers an opportunity to gain knowledge in the biological sciences and develop teaching and leadership skills.
ACTIVITIES INCLUDE: field trips and classes, canoe and hiking trips, and community service projects. Topics taught include map & compass reading; canoeing; tree, plant, flower and wildlife identification; environmental teaching techniques; woods lore and safety; First Aid training; outdoor clothing and equipment; wilderness trip coordination; Leave No Trace; and global positioning systems (GPS).
Participants have the opportunity to work with licensed NYS Guides, forest rangers, fish and wildlife biologists, foresters and skilled woodsmen. The program is conducted in an informal atmosphere, conducive to building confidence and self-esteem.
Registration is required and can be done by e-mailing mlb222@cornell.edu or by calling the office at 518-668-4881/623-3291.
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