Annie Tipple
Risk is inherent in all that we do as outdoor enthusiasts, and it can take various forms in different situations. Risk is also not limited to physical danger - Mountaineers activities can involve psychological and emotional risk as well as environmental risk.
From wearing helmets, to bringing EpiPens, to telling a trip leader when we feel scared, we do our best as individuals to mitigate risk, but sometimes it can feel daunting. The Mountaineers strives to provide resources to aid in risk management education.
If you’re curious about learning more about risk management as it relates to outdoor adventuring, check out some of the past webinars and articles presented through The Mountaineers. You may find that you take away some learnings that apply to more than just your outdoor activities.
Risk Management Webinars
Remote Crisis De-escalation with Katja Hurt
Webinar on how to de-escalate a remote crisis situation with Katja Hurt. A Leadership Development Series presentation, originally held on February 6, 2025.
These Are Not "Soft Skills"! Facilitating Psychological Safety
Online webinar on facilitating psychological safety with Steve Smith. A Mountaineers Leadership Development Series presentation, originally recorded on November 19, 2024.
Managing Risk Through Stress Injury Mitigation
A Leadership Development Series presentation with Rumi Kodama on Managing Risk Through Stress Injury Mitigation. Originally presented on December 19, 2023.
Practical Risk Management
Video recording of Practical Risk Management with Tom Unger. Originally presented on January 12, 2021.
Near-Misses Are Telling You Something - Are You Listening?
Online webinar on near-misses with Steve Smith. A Leadership Development Series presentation. Originally presented on Jan 10, 2024.
The Assumption of Risk Defense in Real Life
Leadership Development Series webinar on exploring the assumption of risk defense with Brian Augenthaler. Originally presented on February 13, 2023.
Risk Management Mindfulness: Raising Awareness of your Innate Cognitive Illusions
Online webinar on innate cognitive illusions with Paul Dreyer. A Leadership Development Series presentation. Originally recorded on January 17, 2024.
Making Risk Management Training Tangible for Trip Leaders Using Cross-Industry Adaptations
Leadership Development Series webinar on forming risk management practices and trainings with Rumi Kodama. Originally presented on February 21, 2023
The Science of Safety: What the Research Says About Risk Management Outdoors
Leadership Development Series webinar on the research behind risk management with Jeff Baierlein. Originally presented on January 11, 2023,
Outside Insight | Learning from Near-Misses
A Mountaineer magazine interview Steve Smith, a risk management consultant and speaker for the Leadership Development Series, about understanding why near-misses matter.
Avalanche Safety | Making Safe Decisions in the Backcountry
A Mountaineer magazine article about the importance of decision-making, safety, and avalanche education.
Interested in discussing one of these topics further with your peers? Reach out to safety@mountaineers.org for support in leading a session.
Additionally, be on the lookout for a notice from Mountaineers staff in the coming weeks for an option to apply for sponsorship to attend the Wilderness Risk Management Conference. Members involved with Safety, Risk Management, Equity and Belonging and the Sexual Harassment and Assault Committees usually get first dibs on slots (but each of those committees usually have open volunteer roles!)
Curious about other Leadership Development Series content? Visit the Leadership Develop Series page to find more webinar recording and to see upcoming events.
