ACA, Virginias Events and Trainings

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RIDING INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION CLINIC

June 1 - 4, 2013

Valley Mill Camp, Germantown, MD

Become a certified riding instructor through an internationally recognized organization, CHA, Certified Horsemanship Association
www.cha-ahse.org [2]
4 levels of instructor certification available plus assistant rating for those 16 – 17 years of age
English only clinic
The clinic consists of 4 full days including: written exam, riding evaluation, and daily assessment of teaching skills. Participants are evaluated on knowledge of subject and safety of group instruction.

Tuition: $700 includes 4 day clinic, reading materials/ manuals, and one year membership in CHA

Call for more information, (301) 948-0220

ACA Trip Leader Course and Skills Assessment for Canoe and/or Kayak

May 25 – 27, 2013

Lexington, Virginia

Two and ½ days from 9 am May 25 – 1 pm May 27. This is a non-certification course that provides documentation of participants’ skills and training that focuses on planning day trips, prevention, and safety and rescue. Upon successful completion of the course, participants receive 2 certificates of completion and assessment from the American Canoe Association. This can count as an update for current ACA Instructors. Contact Instructor Trainer, Beth Wiegandt, at sbwiegandt@rbnet.com [3]; Cell # (540) 556-2594, for more information and registration materials.

ACA Canoe Instructor Updates: Available at all listed courses and dates.

For current ACA Canoe Instructors. Updates can occur at any point during your 4 year certification period (you don’t have to wait until the end). Updates are one of the requirements to extend your certification another 4 years! Updates are typically 1 day and an evening discussion. Contact Instructor Trainer, Beth Wiegandt, at sbwiegandt@rbnet.com [3]; Cell # (540) 556-2594, for more information and registration materials.

Canoe Instruction and Trainings at YOUR site: Instructor Trainer, Beth Wiegandt, is available to conduct trainings, certification workshops, and skills documentation for your staff on your site. Now is the perfect time to set your date for a safe and FUN summer on the water! Contact Instructor Trainer, Beth Wiegandt, at sbwiegandt@rbnet.com [3]; Cell # (540) 556-2594, for more information.

Wilderness First Aid

This Wilderness First Aid (WFA) course is ACA-approved and necessary for camp counselors to care for someone injured or fallen ill, when it's more than an hour from time of injury / illness to EMS' arrival. Hands-on learn how to save life and limb during the critical minutes or hours before ambulance / hospital hand-off. The SOLO WFA course blends classroom instruction and outdoor rescue scenario practice, resulting in a 2-year WFA certification, and also counting as WFR recertification. The 2-day class runs 8:30am - 6pm each day. Fee: $175; 10% of course proceeds go to a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community organization. No prerequisites. For adults and youths ages 12 and older.

August 14-21: Wilderness First Responder (8 days) at Spruce Knob, WV [4]

Registration Online, Testimonials, More Info: www.solowfa.com [5] or call 434-INJURED (465-8733)

This listing is provided as resource information only. The events listed, with the exception of the ACA Fall and Winter Conferences, are sponsored by the camp or organization indicated, and that organization assumes full responsibility for course content, injuries, accidents, administration and refund policies. The American Camp Association, Virginias, hereby expressly disclaims any responsibility or liability related to any courses or events not sponsored by the American Camp Association. Some events may be full after the time of this posting.

To determine whether certification courses meet the criteria for ACA Standards, please check the ACA website:

Aquatics: http://www.acacamps.org/accreditation/aquaticcert.php [6]

First Aid/CPR: http://www.acacamps.org/accreditation/firstaidcpr.php [7]

Horseback Riding: http://www.acacamps.org/accreditation/horsecert.php [8]

There are many staff certification courses being offered by camps or organizations in our area. If you know of others, please notify the Field Office at 800-428-2267 ext. 536 or acavirginias@acacamps.org [9]

Deadlines are approaching, so please contact the organization indicated.

Training Consultants

Armstrong Unlimited can provide services for camps, youth programs and organizations including:

(1) Workshops to enhance your staff training (2) First Aid and CPR/AED to meet ACA Accreditation Standards,

(3) In-service training to rev up mid-season, (4) Sales and service of Automated External Defibrillators (AED),

(5) Risk Management and Safety Assessments

Contact Maile S. Armstrong at 540-947-5016 or mailearmstrong@verizon.net [10]

Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) has a camp riflery program for camps. Full information about the program and how to offer an instructors course is found at www.odcmp.com [11]

River Riders is a family-owned and operated outfitter based in Harpers Ferry, WV. We have our own day camp, Outdoor Adventure Camp, therefore we understand the needs of affiliating camps. By partnering with River Riders your company will be able to expand your summer offerings, increase program attendance, and generate additional income. With several different programs to choose from, participants will be able to enjoy professionally guided white water rafting, kayaking, canoeing, biking, and tubing. Contact Matt Knott or Angie Goldizen, 304-535-2663 or angie@riverriders.com [12]