Tekoa Mountain Outdoors

We're the Adventure Guys. 

 We link adventure through education.

 

27 Sugar Hill, Rd.
Williamsburg, MA 01096

ph: 413-296-4249
fax: 413-785-5501

                   

 Wilderness

  Outdoor

 Leadership                              

 Fundamentals

 

 

 

New England's Adventure Guide & Instructor Center

 

Our commitment to Safety,

Industry standards 

and

 Outdoor Ethics,

while keeping learning Fun is simply

Second to none.

 

 Introduction

The WOLF Program started because of the obvious need for trained, Professional Leaders in the Outdoor Recreation / Expedition & Adventure Industry. 

 It is becoming more and more popular for people to get involved and active in the outdoors, and they do it in many different ways and in different environments.

WE believe. When Outdoor Programs,

Expeditions Companies, Colleges,

 Outdoor & Adventure Based Schools, Camps,

Private Guides / Instructors and Scout Leaders are

 Responsible for a client or groups in the outdoors.

  They should have the skill sets and certifications needed to run their programs in a

safe, fun and professional manner. 

 

Lead and make decisions with confidence.

 

 

Mission Statement

 

To provide the WOLF Leader with the very important skills needed to up hold today's Industry Standards, Safety and Professionalism, by using modern.

 Competency based leadership training, and internationally recognized certification programs.

 

WOLF Goals

To be a Leader in today's.

Professional Outdoor Leadership & Development Community.  

 

Employment Opportunities

 

After a WOLF graduate receives the certifications need to for employment. We have worked out, potential employment opportunities and internships with a number of 

 Expedition Companies, Adventure Education Programs, Adventure Education Schools & Outdoor Recreation Businesses.

 

  WE link adventure through education.

The WOLF can take you there.


New England's Adventure Guide & Instructor School

 

WOLF

WOLF can take you there.

 

WOLF

Wilderness Outdoor Leadership Fundamentals

 

 

Wilderness Leadership Courses 

 12 Day

 

 Zack in the Tetons

  

   Next Course is..

August 16-27 2010

open registration

Wilderness Canoeing,

The Northern Forest Canoe Trail  

Sections 1-2.. Fulton Chain  - Long Lake and Saranac River



 

In NY.

 100+ miles of paddling  

   $1,795,00

Don't miss out
 

September 13-24. 2010

open registration

Backpacking the High Peaks of New York,  The Great Range and more. $1,600.00

 

 

February  2011. 

open registration

Get ready for the

White Mountains & our above tree line Mountaineering treks.

 


Brock Major in Maine. 

You'll Experience:

  • Backcountry Travel and Camping
  • Wilderness Canoeing & Backcountry Travel
  • Rock Climbing
  • Summer & Winter High Alpine Peaks & Environment
  • Solo, A time of Awareness & Discovery 

 

 

Skills Development

  • Backpacking and Camping Skills
  • Wilderness First Aid  
  • Canoeing and Backcountry Travel 
  • Top Rope Rock Climbing, Anchors, Site & Risk Management
  • Navigation and Route Finding
  • Basic Survival and Awareness Skills
  • Outdoor Instruction Skills
  • Leave No Trace
  • Group Leadership and Facilitation
  • Wilderness Safety and Risk Management
  • General Mountaineering & Climbing Skills
  • Winter Camping 
  • Therapeutic applications for Wilderness schools and Alternative Programs 

 

WOLF 12-Day Wilderness Leadership Courses:
This course is designed for those individuals who are seeking exposure to a wide-variety of wilderness leadership skills and training, and how and when  to apply them.

The wilderness of  New England will serve as the host for our expedition  also our learning and development areas. It is a great place to connect with nature, practice awareness and outdoor skills, be challenged, and discover your own unique leadership style. We will camp in high alpine areas, hike ridge lines, paddle clear lakes and scout rapids from the shore line, we'll see alpine flowers, cross creeks, traverse over mountain passes, and climb (weather permitting) to spectacular views from the summits of  Mt, Marcy, or Mt Washington & other near by high peaks. Through experience, fun lectures, and group discussion we will plan, trip preparation, safety, survival, guiding, basic mountaineering, and outdoor teaching. We will also learn how to read a topo map and learn how to use a compass, how to navigate safely through remote mountain terrain, how to facilitate a group, and understand group dynamics. We will also explore the metaphorical, spiritual, and therapeutic elements of the wilderness experience.

Lead with confidence.

 

   This course is planned for a small group of 3 to 10 participants.

  

 
How to Register- Call  413-296-4249 
  • $300 deposit required to reserve a place on this course.
  • All meals in the field and group Kitchen
  •  Winter Technical equipment will be rented if needed.
  •  Special dietary needs should be indicated.
  • Participants provide personal backpacking gear and clothing. required books.
  • Contact us for further information, For group discounts, and payment options.

 

 


                 
WOLF

Trains Outdoor Leaders

 We believe that Leadership can be learned.

 TMO Owner in Cotopaxi National Park.      

We do it by providing Quality Instructors who have the experience to deliver current methods of instruction and proper technique, combined with a fun and very hands on, experiential program.

 Professional Development Certification & Participatory Awards program. .

Basic First-Aid, CPR, AED, ARC 

Wilderness First-Aid Instructor, ARC

Wilderness First Responder, SOLO

Top Rope Set-Up & Site management, WOLF

Prep course for AMGA Top Rope Site Manager

ACA Flat/White Water Canoeing Instructor

ACA White Water Kayaking Instructor

PSIA Nordic Ski Instructor. Level-1 

Backcountry Travel & Avalanche awareness

Ropes Course. Level 1 - 2

Team building & Cooperative games

Map & Compass / Navigation / Outdoor Skills

Leave No Trace (LNT)

Environmental Education / (PDP points)


TMO  / ALPs

 Adventure Leadership Programs 

Certificate Program

Oct 23-27-2010

Our 5 Day 4 night ALPs Outdoor Leader Training is held at the TMO Base Camp and on the Appalachian Trail In Western, MA. & CT.

These are quality adult programs designed for Outdoor Leadership & Professional Development. This trips focus is about Trip Planing & Skills Development. You'll learn how to provide a safe outdoor experience from start to finish so you can  lead with confidence. 

 Learning the Hard Skills and Soft Skills. Outdoor Skills, Wilderness First-Aid, LNT, Map & Compass / Land Navigation, Survival Skills, Planning, Teaching techniques, Group Dynamics, Problem Solving, and Conflict Resolution Skills. All these skills could be required from you on any trip or activity your involved in and after a trip like this you'll come back with a better understanding of the,

 Great Responsibility of Leadership.

 ALPs Program Incorporates the needed Leadership Skills required for

Guides, Instructors, Individuals, Teachers or a Potential Leader running an Outdoor / Adventure program.

Colleges & School programs, Health Service Agencies, Groups and Individuals will benefit from the Experiential learning and skills you will learn along the way.

Group Food & Cook Gear, Group First- Aid kit, Tents, Maps, all included.

You supply what a leader should bring on a trip of 5 days,  Your Backpack  at least 5,000+ Cubic inch or more, Water Filter/bottles, Personal Items, First-Aid Kit, Sleeping pad and sleeping bag.

Call TMO for help with any questions or dietary needs.

We will all carry group gear, carry in carry out 

 

 Contact TMO Office 413-296-4249 for Details

  

 2011 Dates TBA   

 

Lead and make decisions with confidence.

  

 

 

 

 Cotopaxi #2nd tallest volcano in Ecuador.

Our WOLF program is designed for everyone and anyone who is seeking employment, or looking to develop their Leadership skills, Teaching skills, or Technical training in the following career areas. Expedition Companies, Mountaineering Guides, Adventure Schools, College Programs, Outdoor & Environmental Education Teachers, First Responders, Instructors, Camp Staff, Scouts, Church Groups, Youth agencies Individual's,  small groups  and more. 

WOLF can take you there.

 

WOLF

Wilderness Outdoor Leadership Fundamentals

 


 Tekoa Mountain Outdoors

Zack Banks, AMGA TRSM 

 

 

SOLO

Wilderness Medicine

 

 We only use the best for our certification programs

 

 

 

 

 

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WOLF Program schedule

Pre register for all TMO programs

Hunters & Snowmobiler's 

First Responders,

Scout Leaders, 

School Teachers,

Camps, Schools, Programs

The Outdoor Professionals

Outdoor Guides / Instructors  

Next Course.

August 21-22. 2010

Wilderness First-Aid

ARC-WFA. 

 16 hour course.

 This is a certification program. 

Materials included.

 Pre registration required. 

Contact us For Details

Cabins, Tent site,  Adirondack Shelters, Water, Cooking area included at our TMO Base Camp

Pre registration is required. 

Contact us For Details  $140 .00 pp

Price with Cabin $165.00 pp

 This program is running

Don't miss your chance to get your  CERTIFICATION

 

 

Zack setting gear

     Intro to Rock Climbing.

Call to customize

your day  

This 2 Day course is geared for climbers with some Rock Climbing experience and is looking to gain the needed skills to advance. TMO runs Technical Clinics, and Climbs on both days.   We use Low Impact Camping & Climbing practices on our earth. 

 


Flat Water Canoe & Kayak training Coastal kayaking 

&

 Leave No Trace

April 23 & May, 2011

ACA Canoe.  ACA WW Kayaking 

Multiple ACA Trainings

 

 

Summer camps, Programs, Schools can arrange for custom programs to be held on their lake or ponds.

Contact us For dates & Details


 


 

 

Great certification Programs for Local & International Guide work.

We're here to meet the needs of the Professional.

 Check out our WOLF Program

 

  

 

 

 

Wilderness

  Outdoor

   Leadership

    Fundamentals

 

 

 

27 Sugar Hill, Rd.
Williamsburg, MA 01096

ph: 413-296-4249
fax: 413-785-5501