Tacoma Hike and Backpack Leader Resources
Steps to Become a Tacoma Hike or Backpack Leader
This document overviews and outlines the process for becoming a Hike or Backpack Leader for the Tacoma Mountaineers.
Hike and Backpack Leader Requirements 4-29-24.pdf
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Hike or Backpack Leader Application
Please submit this application after completing the Tacoma Mountaineers Hike or Backpack Leader Requirements.
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Clubwide Activity Standards - Backpacking
Link to clubwide activity standards for backpacking
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Clubwide Activity Standards - Hiking
Link to clubwide activity standards for hiking
Leader Checklist
Leader Checklist.pdf
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How to write a great activity listing!
Read some tips on how to write a great Mountaineers activity listing!
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How to become a Qualified Youth Leader
Learn about the simple steps to becoming a Qualified Youth Leader! This allows youth to participate in your trips.
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Participant Cancellation
Some leaders include this link in their "Hello Hiker" email to remind participants of the Mountaineers cancellation policy.
Sample "Hello Hiker" Email
Here is an example of a pre-trip email you might send out to your participants.
Sample Hello Hiker Email.pdf
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The 10 Essentials
Ten Essentials.pdf
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New Hike Leader Seminar Handout with Scenarios
This handout includes the content from the Hike Leader seminar, including the scenarios.
10-2022 New hike leader seminar handout with scenarios.pdf
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Hike & Backpack Leader Candidate Checklist for Mentored Trip
This form is used by mentors to provide feedback to developing leaders.
Tacoma Hike & Backpack Leader Candidate Checklist for Mentored Trip 01.2022.pdf
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Video- Find and Post a Hike or Backpack
8 Minute YouTube Tutorial on how to research, find and post a hike or backpack to the Mountaineers website.