Adventure Recreation and Parks Technician Sault College

About this Program

Level: Diploma in Adventure Recreation and Parks Technician

Discpline: Recreation Business

Length: 4 semesters

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Application Fee: $100.00
Tuition Fee: $15,463.00

Sault Ste. Marie Campus Campus

Starting Deadline Status
Sep, 2024 Jul 1, 2024 closed

Program Description

Do you love outdoor adventure? Among the largest freshwater lakes in the world, the Canadian Shield, and diverse forests are some of the wildest parks in Ontario. They’re all within a short drive of Sault College. And they’re calling out for you. Welcome to the Adventure Recreation and Parks Technician program. Unique to Canada, this two-year program concentrates on three main areas of study: parks operations, interpretation and protection; adventure recreation and recreation planning; and, ecotourism and adventure expeditions. All while keeping a broad focus on natural resource management and sustainability. Field trips and hands-on experience are an essential part of this program. You’ll visit many park systems, conservation areas and recreational facilities across the vast Algoma region where you’ll learn field identification skills across diverse ecosystems. And during fall camp, you’ll be exposed to awesome outdoor recreation skills like canoeing, kayaking, rock climbing, and camping.

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