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Outdoor Leadership Training Workshops

Washington Trails Association’s Outdoor Leadership Training workshops are intended for teachers and organizations that work with youth and families who have had limited access to outdoor experiences.

Do you dream about taking your youth group or students on an outing?

Make it happen! WTA will help you plan it, lend your group outdoor gear and provide trip funding. Get started by signing up for one of the Outdoor Leadership Training workshops below.

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Outdoor Leadership Training Workshops focus on:

  • Thoughtful trip planning, area selection and preparedness
  • Appropriate gear
  • Critical group and risk management practices
  • Memorable outdoor games and activities
  • Leave No Trace™ outdoor ethics
  • Simple food and nutrition planning
  • Engaging information on natural and cultural history
  • Promoting leadership, stewardship and conservation

September 2025


GEAR LIBRARY ORIENTATION

Wednesday, September 24
2 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Online Webinar

Get the required info on the process and policies for borrowing outdoor gear from WTA's gear libraries for youth groups. Learn how to request gear through our online platform, MyTurn. (Free)

October 2025


Hiking workshop

Saturday, Oct 18
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Tolt- MacDonald Park  

A 6-hour entry-level course focused on leading a successful outing with a group of youth or families.
(Workshop fee $50, scholarships available)

GEAR LIBRARY ORIENTATION

Wednesday, October 22
2 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Online Webinar

Get the required info on the process and policies for borrowing outdoor gear from WTA's gear libraries for youth groups. Learn how to request gear through our online platform, MyTurn. (Free)