1. Complete all blog/journal assignments you have been assigned throughout the semester.
2. Complete the student competency survey. As you complete this, please be aware that there are several competencies mentioned on the survey that you have not yet been exposed to, and therefore will probably not rank highly on (this is OK - complete the survey based upon what you know at this point in your education).
3. Critique the various guides, instructors, and facilitators you have worked with this past year. Focus on the following aspects, as well as others that you may think of. Use specific examples and situations to demonstrate your perspective, and offer suggestions on how you may have done differently. Be sure to include Teri Woodruff, Stephen Leavins (Katahdin), Tess & Steve Ftorek, Butch Harris (Schooner Captain), Rob Gordon, Jon Tierney, etc.
- Professionalism
Organization
Appearance
Teaching Style
Personality
Sense of Humor
Technical competence
Patience
Planning
Conflict resolution
Equipment used
Other
4. Comment on how you think you performed as a student leader this past year. Think about the concepts relative to leadership that were presented to you before the canoe trip last week, and identify at least one example of how you performed relative to:
- Planning and Preparation
- Equipment
- Food & Water
- Personal Preparation
- Navigation
- Promptness & Timeliness
- Group Management
- Communication
- Safety & Risk Management
- Leadership Style
- what worked
- what didn't work
- how you think the Adventure Rec program and WCCC could better serve your needs as a learner
I encourage you to compose your thoughts in a manner that is constructive and includes suggestions for improvement. I look forward to reading your posts. Have a great summer, and I look forward to seeing you in the fall.
