LEAP

The truly terrifying news this week is not what happened deep beneath the sea, it's what's going on at the surface

Introducing Maryke Violet, our beautiful 53’ Schooner & classroom! We introduce students to both the ecology of leadership and the ecology of the Salish Sea aboard this lovely vessel. #salishsea #leadership #ecology #sailing

Registration is now open for this year’s C2C Professional Development Gathering happening October 20! Join educators & other leaders from across Turtle Island for our annual #PSADay event as we connect ourselves to the land through Indigenous learning. c2c-bc.org/annual-gatheri…

Former LEAP student returns to qathet region as an instructor - Powell River Peak prpeak.com/in-the-communi…

Introducing Sawyer Plato (2010 Alum) our 2023 LEAP Aboard lead. His calm, caring and thoughtful leadership naturally draws people in. Sawyer is studying medicine at @UBCmedicine during the school year. Applications are still open for another week - apply now!

Thrilled to introduce Adelia Rodger, our LEAP Sunshine Coast Trail lead. She has a depth of facilitation skills as well as a joyful & contagious enthusiasm! She also has an exceptionally strong background as n the Outdoor sector. Ps. Applications still open for the 2023 program.

Applications are still open for @LEAPcanada this summer. There are a couple spaces still available on the Hike & Aboard (sailing) programs. The best way to launch your summer adventures!

What’s on the horizon? We should have the first round of acceptance letters out for our 2024 cohourt this week. That being said, applications are STILL OPEN so please make sure yours is in or reach out if you have any questions.

Youth leaders & advocates - excited to announce LEAP Trail to our summer offerings. Same great program with a 5 day hiking out-trip along the shorelines & forests of the Salish Sea. Grades 9-12 can apply as normal & select the “Trail” option. Tell your friends and see you soon!

Check out this spectacular #drone footage from the LEAP Voyageur program on the spectacular Sunshine Coast. But we’re not telling which lake :)🎥 @PRDFilmSchool youtu.be/rqYw-0syTH4 Ps. Kids grade 9-11 are welcome to enroll in the 2023 program!

The best way to learn from nature is to be part of it. Photos from #LEAP2022 #naturelearning #youthleadership #outdoorleadership #youthprogram

With more and more bear sightings happening in Alberta, it seems like an appropriate time to share my Bear Safety article. Time to brush up on those Bear Smart skills! calgaryguardian.com/staying-bear-s… #Bears #Wildlife #Alberta #ABparks #BearSmart #Safety #ABparksAmbassador #BearSpray

@NVSD44 @ElementsSociety Great initiative!

Today, the #NVSD44 will explore the connection between food and climate action. Students and staff can share their local, low-waste or plant-based lunch by using the hashtag #ClimateConsciousCuisine. Video made in partnership with @ElementsSociety. ow.ly/26hT50NBGyk

Calling all secondary school students who are ready for adventure! BC curriculum based field school in Applied Leadership studies. Now in our 17th year! Apply at link in bio.

What a great resource!

The Paddle Project incorporates natural elements, artistic expression, indigenous knowledge (Tla’amin in particular) and traditional skills.

Please have a conversation with a young person in your life about this opportunity. Apply here: integralearning.org/apply

Such a great week of learning at Snow School 2023. Did you know that most BC kids are introduced to alpine snow sports through public education? #bced

Join us & our partners for this new & unique ‘Every Child Matters: 4 Seasons of Reconciliation’ Indigenous Learning Opportunity online from Feb 15 - June 15, 2023.   Take steps towards Truth and Reconciliation: outdoorlearningstore.com/every-child-ma…

WILDERNESS FIRST AID Powell river, British Columbia w/@wildmed Comprehensive wilderness medical training designed for recreationalists, professionals & leaders. Learn to manage medical emergencies prolonged patient care is necessary. Includes CPR training.