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Fireside International Leadership Program – British Columbia

Youth from across Canada and the globe are invited to participate in a unique 21 day program incorporating international leadership training, outdoor recreation and language exchange. Located in beautiful British Columbia, participants explore some of BC's most beautiful and significant locations including: Whistler, Tofino and Victoria.

Duration: 21 days
Start Date: July 18, 2010
End Date: August 7, 2010
Main Locations: Vancouver, Whistler, Tofino, and Victoria
Age: 13 to 17 years old (co-ed)
Cost: $2,999 CAD + HST (includes instruction, food, accommodation, some camping gear, camping fees, and transportation during the trip. Does not include flight.)

Tentative Trip Plan

International Program Highlights:

Participate in an intensive outdoor leadership program. Please refer to our trip plan for program details.

• Visit some of the 2010 Olympic sites
• Spend the first 5 days at Whistler’s Fireside Lodge and 3 nights at Tofino Botanical Gardens
• Learn the basics of front country and back country camping, day hiking and orienteering
• Be supported by experienced and skilled instructors who will be supportive and provide supervision for 24 hours a day for the entirety of the program
• Learn about leadership development such as styles and types of leaders
• Partake in language and cultural exchange experiences with other international youth
• Visit iconic Vancouver, Whistler, Tofino, and Victoria
  
• Participate in community stewardship projects

What is the Fireside International Youth Leadership Program all about?

British Columbia is one of Canada’s most popular provinces to tour, explore and camp. Our international youth leadership program is about giving our youth the skills, knowledge and confidence to be self-propelled youth leaders of their generation.

The Fireside International Youth Leadership Program is for Canadian and global youth of all languages and cultures wanting a leadership training program that is inclusive, exciting and rewarding.  It is a blend of an ultimate road trip for youth wanting to visit and explore some of the best places in Western Canada, while participating in an enriched leadership experience.

Our experience instructors support and teach participants how to lead themselves and develop a stronger sense of who they are, while learning the value of teamwork.

Youth strive to understand their world and are eager to discover their leadership potential. Our 21-day program is a great educational stepping stone for youth to reach their vision. International and Canadian youth have been enrolling into our 21-day program to discover leadership potential through our program’s six competency elements:

Individual Leadership – each youth will decide some of their individual foundation pieces that can make them a strong and effective leader

Community Leadership – the group will work together to build a strong leadership team and foundation before providing community service to a few local non-profit organizations

Global Knowledge – the group will learn about relevant global and local issues centered around environment, politics, culture and leadership styles

Practical Skills – youth will become more competent with camping skills, navigation, decision making, and life skills

Vision and Values – participants will spend time reflecting upon the experience and write a vision letter of what they hope to accomplish. All youth will learn about the five Fireside leadership values: Trust, Respect, Responsibility, Commitment, and Perseverance.

Fireside International Leadership Program Curriculum

The fundamental elements of Fireside Adventure's Leadership Programs are integral to providing successful and quality learning experiences for all our international participants. The program focuses on the following three areas:

Individual & Group Fundamentals

• Acknowledgement of mentors, family and friends
• One day solo (12 hour solo on the beach)
• Reflective video journaling
• Write a Vision letter
• Community stewardship projects
• Full value leadership contract
• Review the historical significance of some of the communities the group will visit
• Co-operative team building activities

Leadership Fundamentals

• Definition & reference points of leadership - what is leadership and how is it referred to by others
• Leadership theories and philosophy
• Character & styles of leadership
• Ethics & values - the principles of leadership
• Creativity & design
• Problem solving & challenge building (activity)
• Learning and teaching techniques
• Team building sessions (activity)
• Communication & creativity (activity)
• Practical application – Environmental stewardship exercise

Wilderness Fundamentals

• Campsite management & selection
• Minimum impact camping instruction
• Outdoor cooking and food
• Wilderness risk management essentials
• Basic map, compass and navigation training
• Hiking & back packing sessions
• Basic wilderness first aid & emergency exiting
• Basic survival training (what to do when you are in trouble)
• Plant and wildlife identification
• Shelter & fire building