Requirements for each Leader Level (1-3)

To be certified as a Level 1 Leader, the person must:

• Be eighteen (18) years of age or older;

• Be a current member of ADK;

• Take Sexual Harassment Prevention Training annually (proof that someone has taken this training pursuant to their employment, or as part of some other requirement is acceptable);

• Complete Leave No Trace Training, either in-person or online

• Co-lead at least one outing with a certified outings leader or have the equivalent experience from leading a previous outing at a similar level; and

• Have knowledge of the ADK Outing and Trip Leaders’ Guide that is approved by the ADK Board.

Level 2 To be certified as a Level 2 Leader, the person must:

• Complete Level 1 Certification;

• Co-lead at least 2 outings with a certified outings leader at this level or have the equivalent leadership experience from having led previous outings;

• Complete Red Cross First Aid or equivalent;

• Complete Map & Compass Fundamentals or equivalent (not necessary for paddling leaders).

• Complete ADK’s Outdoor Leadership 101 or equivalent

Level 3 To be certified as a Level 3 Leader, the person must:

• Complete Level 2 Certification;

• Complete Wilderness First Aid Certification from either Red Cross or Wilderness Medical Associates (may also take this in lieu of Basic First Aid);

• Complete a Leave No Trace Trainer Course