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YOUTH LEAD PROGRAM (Leadership, Environment,
Adventure, Diversity)
A Watershed ED-venture!
ETC is proud to announce the Youth LEAD Fellowship Program.
The Youth LEAD Fellowship is an 8-month program (September-May) designed to provide selected Youth LEAD alumni (14–18 years old) an opportunity to further develop their leadership skills including environmental education, outdoor skills, and interpersonal development. Youth LEAD Fellows will also plan trainings and events for other alumni and assist on ETC program trips.
2010 TRIPS!
Co-Ed Adventure: Sea Kayaking, Whitewater Rafting, Organic Farming, and Expedition Backpacking (24 days, June 18 - July 11)
Young Women's Adventure: Sea Kayaking, Whitewater Rafting, Organic Farming, and Expedition Backpacking (21 days, July 20 - August 9)
All Abilities Adventure: Sea Kayaking and Whitewater Rafting (12 days, August 4 - August 15)
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
ETC's Youth LEAD adventures take you on an empowering journey along a Califonia watershed. As we travel from the mountains to the sea we will learn about our precious natural resources, gain outdoor leadership skills, and discover the leader within us all. Our 12, 21 and 24-day adventures include a combination of the following activities: adventure ropes course, sea kayaking, whitewater rafting, organic farming, and backpacking.
Harbor seals, sea lions and seabirds are our traveling companions as we sea kayak on San Francisco or Tomales Bay. From paddling skills to rescues you will become a strong and competent sea kayaker. Next we will explore the thrill and adventure of whitewater rafting. Rivers teach us many lessons as we discover how to work in a team, learn how to navigate rapids and gain knowledge about river conservation. The next chapter of our journey is an organic farm stay. Rising with the sun to work with the farmers, we'll learn about sustainable food production, irrigation and nutrition. Finally, we venture to the headwaters in Califonia's majestic mountains. The challenge of backpacking and carrying only our essential needs gives us opportunities to gain confidence, feel empowered, and to reflect upon our entire watershed journey.
Our goals are to:
• Gain outdoor leadership skills.
• Learn how to sea kayak, whitewater raft, and backpack in beautiful Northern California.
• Develop environmental awareness and become a wiser steward of the Earth.
• Become an assistant leader of future ETC adventures.
• Experience the adventure of a lifetime and make friends for life!
• Build teamwork and challenge yourself on a ropes course.
 STUDENTS
ETC's Youth LEAD Programs are for students between the ages of 14-18 years old, with the exception of our All Abilites Program which is open to students between the ages 14-20. Please contact us to discover which program is best for you. Students of all abilities and cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
REGISTRATION
ETC requires that each Youth LEAD Program candidate submit an application
for admission. Acceptance into the program will be based on the
content of the completed applications, interviews and references.
Sliding scale scholarships are available. Please
fill out scholarship form if interested.
STAFF
ETC's Youth LEAD Program instructors are highly skilled and enthusiastic
outdoor leaders experienced in working with diverse groups of young
people. Staff members are certified in First Aid and CPR.
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DOWNLOADS
Application form (pdf)
Scholarship (pdf)
Medical form (pdf)
If you have difficulty downloading any of the
documents, request copies by mail by calling the numbers below.
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INFORMATION
Phone:
415-474-7662 ext 16
Fax:
415-474-3919
E-mail:
Write:
ETC, Youth LEAD Program
Fort Mason Center
Building
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San Francisco, CA, 94123
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