Outdoor Guide Workshop - September 2023

Join us on a day trip to Vargas Island for a behind-the-scenes experience to learn about leading outdoor adventure & nature programs!

Date

September 10, 2023

Organization

West Coast N.E.S.T.

Instructor

Marcie Callewaert

Contact

Cedar Coast Centre
Lot 1 Vargas Island Tofino,
BC V0R 3A0

Outline:

This workshop will be a behind-the-scenes experience to learn about leading outdoor adventure & nature programs. We will boat from Tofino to the Cedar Coast Centre on Vargas Island to meet our instructor Marcie Callewaert for a guided walk. Along the way, we will learn about stunted shore pines, edible berries, and carnivorous sundew plants, as well as tips & tricks to lead groups on fun and informative tours.  

AGENDA: 

  • 9:00 a.m. - Meet at Dock (630 Campbell Street, Tofino) 
  • 9:30 a.m. - Arrive at Cedar Coast Centre 
  • 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. - Hiking & Learning 
  • 11:30 – 12:30 p.m. - Lunch & beach activities 
  • 1:00 p.m. - Return to Cedar Coast and depart 
  • 1:30 p.m. - Arrive back at the dock in Tofino 

A bagged lunch will be provided. Please be sure to let us know your allergies and dietary restrictions when you register.  

Close-toed shoes are required for the rugged terrain. We will be outside for the entire time, so please dress for the weather (bring sunglasses and a hat if it’s sunny, and rain jacket and boots if it’s cold & rainy!). 

Prerequisites:

Open to youth grades 9 to 12 living in the Clayoquot Sound Biosphere Region. 

Course fee:

FREE

How to register:

Registration is required. You can register through Eventbrite at the link below, by email to nicole@westcoastnest.org, or by phone 250-726-6508.