Foothills Hiking-Backpacking Committee
Foothills Backpack Leader Guidelines & Expectations
This document includes the following content: Becoming a backpack leader Posting a backpack activity Pre-trip communication Pre-Screening of Prospective Participants Leading a Safe and Enjoyable Backpack Relocating, Rescheduling or Cancelling your Trip Post-Trip Reporting Leader Resources

Guidelines and Sample Questions for Participant Pre-Screening - Hiking
Careful screening of participants before a hike can make a difference between success and significant problems. This document outlines some methods for pre-screening participants in a thorough but considerate way. It includes a set of sample questions.

GUIDELINES AND SAMPLE QUESTIONS FOR PARTICIPANT PRE-SCREENING - Backpacking
Careful screening of participants before a backpack trip can make a difference between success and significant problems. This document outlines some methods for pre-screening participants in a thorough but considerate way. It includes a set of sample questions.

Foothills Hiking and Backpacking Courses - General Information
Brief summaries of the various classes offered by Foothills Branch for members and leaders, including extra detail on the Backpacking Building Blocks course.

Foothills Leader Checklists - Hiking/Backpacking
Recommended Leader Checklists - For use at the leader's option to avoid forgetting anything important! * Week Before the Trip * Day before the Trip * At the Initial Meeting Place: * At the Trailhead * On the Trail ** Vigilance and Decision Making ** Some Leader Options to Manage Pace for Safety * At Camp * After the Trip

Introduction to Hiking in the Pacific Northwest - Presentation Powerpoint
