FORMAL EDUCATION
Master of Science Degree in Outdoor Recreation, University of Oregon, Eugene. June 1986
Professional Diploma After Degree in Education, University of Alberta, Edmonton. May 1977
Bachelor of Physical Education with Distinction, University of Alberta, Edmonton. April 1976
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Director, Outdoor Pursuits Program, University of Oregon, Eugene. Responsibilities include directing the operations of the Outdoor Pursuits Program and teaching outdoor pursuits courses.
September 1986 to March 1992 and September 1994 to present.
Instructor, Recreation and Leisure Studies, Brock University, St. Catharines, Ontario. Responsibilities included teaching outdoor adventure recreation courses and serving as Safety and Technical Manager for the Corporate Adventure Training Institute (CATI). Senior facilitator for CATI.
August 1993 to April 1994.
Site Supervisor, Bungee Masters Las Vegas. Responsibilities included site development, risk management, training and supervision of staff, development of operational procedures, and safety consultation for independent bungee operators. Co-authored the United States Bungee Association (USBA) Standards Codes.
April 1992 to September 1992.
Graduate Teaching Fellow, Department of Physical Education, University of Oregon. Taught a variety of outdoor pursuits courses and racquet court sports.
September 1984 to June 1986.
Assistant to the Consultant for Sport and Recreation, Department of Tourism and Recreation, Whitehorse, Yukon. Developed the committee structure for the 1986 Arctic Winter Games and prepared procedural guidelines for community groups applying for grants and other forms of financial assistance.
May 1984 to August 1984
Instructor, National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS), Lander, Wyoming. Responsibilities included leadership of backcountry outings, instructor training, logistics and promotions.
August 1980 to September 1983, seasonal 1989 through summer 1994
Physical Educator, F. H. Collins High School, Whitehorse, Yukon. Responsibilities included teaching, curriculum development, coaching and administration of the Physical Education program.
September 1977 to June 1980
RESPONSIBILITIES - UNIVERSITY OF OREGON
Professional Theory Courses Taught: Principles of Outdoor Education, Adventure Education, Environmental Education and Principles of Outdoor Leadership.
Professional Activity Courses Taught: Whitewater Kayaking, Whitewater Rafting, River Rescue Techniques, Windsurfing, Mountain Biking, Wilderness Survival, Coast Adventure Hiking, Backpacking, Backpacking Cuisine, Mountaineering, Mountain Rescue Techniques, Glacier Rigging and Rescue, High Angle Rescue, Ice Climbing, Sport Climbing, Rock Climbing (beginning, intermediate and advanced), Rock Climbing Fitness, Backcountry Ski Touring, Snow Camping and Avalanche Safety.
Administrative Responsibilities:
- Designing and developing water and land-based Outdoor Pursuits Program courses.
- Implementatiing public and private sector contracts and rental agreements for OPP courses.
- Developing nd implementing a comprehensive liability release program for land and water-based courses including release/waiver forms, safety policies, emergency procedures and guidelines related to staff and student hiring, supervision and conduct.
- Scheduling Outdoor Pursuits Program courses.
- Promoting and marketing the OPP across campus and within the community. Designing program brochures and developing and distributing promotional flyers.
- Recruiting, selecting and training Adjunct Instructors.
- Training and supervising outdoor leaders enrolled in the Outdoor Pursuits Leadership Program.
- Ordering, maintaining, and inspecting equipment; organizing equipment storage areas.
- Serving on departmental committees as assigned.
COURSES TAUGHT - NATIONAL OUTDOOR LEADERSHIP SCHOOL
Expeditions: Extended mountaineering, ski touring and backpacking expeditions to various locations including Mt. McKinley, Alaska; Mt. Rainier and North Cascades National Park, Washington; Beartooth Mountains, Montana; Wind River Mountains and Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming; and Canyonlands National Park, Utah.
Leadership Training and Outdoor Skills Seminars: Leadership training and rock climbing, mountaineering, and mountain rescue instruction to instructors and students at all levels in a variety of areas including Mt. McKinley, Alaska; Mt. Rainier and Leavenworth, Washington; Wind River Mountains and Devils Tower, Wyoming; and the Needles, South Dakota.
RELATED EXPERIENCES
Baja - Instructor at Excursions Extraordinaires high-wind boardsailing Center, Punta Chivato, Mexico, Dec. 1989.
Texas and New Mexico - Visiting lecturer, Texas A & M University. Co-leader of a three-week student expedition to the Gila and Pecos Wilderness areas, New Mexico, and to Hueco Tanks, Texas, June, 1988.
British Columbia - Ten day whitewater/sea kayaking seminar, Geoff Evans Kayak Center, August, 1986.
McKenzie, North Umpqua, Cal-Salmon & Klamath rivers, OR - Raft Guide training with Ouzel Outfitters, April and May, 1986 and 1985.
Mount Logan, Yukon - Seven-week mountaineering expedition via the East Ridge, June through August, 1979.
Athabasca and Wild Hay rivers, Alberta - Whitewater canoe training, July, 1978.
North Cascades National Park - NOLS Mountaineering course emphasizing outdoor leadership, mountain safety, glacier travel and snow/ice climbing, Picket Range, July and August, 1978.
CERTIFICATIONS
Wilderness Medicine Institute - Wilderness First Responder, current to April 2008. CPR Certificate, current to April 2008.
NOLS - Wilderness Emergency Medical Technician (EMT I), expired.
Rescue 3 - Swiftwater Rescue Technician I and II.
PADI - Open water dive certification.
NOLS - Winter Instructor Course. Summer Instructor Course.
American Avalanche Institute -Backcountry Safety Seminar for mountain guides.
Canadian Association of Ski Instructors - Cross Country Ski Instructor Certification.
PUBLICATIONS
Leadership and Administration of Outdoor Pursuits, Venture Publishing, Summer 2007.
Glaciers! The Art of Travel and the Science of Rescue, Falcon Publishing, Spring 2001.
The Contractual Process in Outdoor Recreation in 'Adventure Education' by Miles and Priest, 1990.
Working and Playing in Cold Climates, Journal of Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, Oct., 1989.