Winter Hike Leader Course: Antigonish Jan. 17-19
A Field Leader – Hiking course plus Winter Leadership module will be offered on January 17-19 in Antigonish. It will provide participants with Outdoor Council of Canada (OCC) national certification in Field Leader – Hiking and Winter Leadership. This includes skills to organize and lead others in a one day, educational or activity based experience in a natural environment. The course, taught by an OCC certified instructor, is two and a half days in length and will provide successful candidates with the necessary skills to be a confident hiking leader in a winter setting. It is suitable for hiking club leaders, trail group volunteers, recreation department staff, teachers, 4H leaders, Scout and Guide leaders, parents or individuals interested in leading hikes. The cost is $170 to $200 and is offered through Hike Nova Scotia in partnership with the OCC and supported by the NS Department of Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage. For more information, go to