Category: Education
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Map and Compass Course May 9th and 11th
Event: Map and Compass Course (2 Day Event) When: TH May 9th at Wood-Pawcatuck Watershed Association’s Headquarters from 6-9pm and Sat May 11th at Browning Mill Pond in Arcadia Management Area from 9-3pm. A map and compass make up two of the 10 essentials recommended for safe backcountry travel, but they’ll do little good if…
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SOLO Wilderness First Aid Class Sept 21-22
SOLO Wilderness First Aid: The ability to apply basic backcountry first aid is vital for any outdoor enthusiast, whether it’s for yourself or others. Moving beyond urban first aid, this course teaches the skills necessary to identify and treat medical issues common to wilderness settings and to prepare for long-term care scenarios. Includes hands-on practice…
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Spring Gym to Crag Beginner Class
Narragansett Chapter Technical Climbing Subcommittee is conducting the annual Spring Gym to Crag Beginner Class this weekend. Thanks to trip leaders Rich Redding and Pat Bender for guiding the instruction. Thanks to Assistants Brian, Joe, Li, Kevin, Anna and Jenn. And a big thank you to all of this year’s participants! Welcome to our climbing…
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Gym to Crag Beginning Rock Climbing Class in Action!
On April 15 and 16, 2023, the Technical Climbing Subcommittee held the first class of the season. Approximately 14 participants attended. There usually is a 1:3 instructor:participant ratio so thanks to all of our climbing instructors! The Gym to Crag Beginner course teaches top-rope set-up, rappelling, and various knots used in climbing. This is intensive…
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Committee Focus – Leadership, Training, and Education
Our Leadership, Training, and Education Committee provides programs to help supports improving leadership abilities of our leaders and anyone who attends our classes. Classes like Wilderness First Aid and Leadership Training are offered on a regular basis!
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Centennial Celebration Kick-Off Event!
On September 25th, our Chapter held a Centennial Celebration Kick-Off event filled with great activities ending with a picnic at Browning Mill Pond Picnic Area! Our Local Hikes Committee had multiple hikes! Some hiked around Browning Mill Pond, another group hiked on Arcadia and other neighboring trails, and another group kicked off our…