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During the year, OA Leaders are responsible for leading trips offered through the OA+ Program. Below is a list of things trip leaders will need to do.
Applying to Lead a Trip
- If you are interested in leading a trip, you should already have completed all of the leader training requirements and apply to lead by contacting the OA+ Trips Coordinator.
- Applications are reviewed by the Trips Coordinator. In some cases, there may be additional skills required for activities like canoe, kayaking, rock climbing, or cross-country skiing.
- Selections are made after reviewing the applications. All trips require at least two leaders. You can request to lead with someone else when you apply, and we will do our best to honor your request (as long as the other person is also selected to lead). Final leader pairings are done by the Trips Coordinator.
Trip Planning
- You must plan the route and file a Trip Plan with the Trips Coordinator before the trip goes out.
- You are responsible for submitting an Equipment List to the Trips Coordinator at least 2 weeks ahead of the trip so the Equipment Room staff have time to collect the items.
- On multi-day trips, you are responsible for making pre-trip arrangements for any camping permits needed for your group.
- On multi-day trips, you are responsible for planning a menu for the trip and purchasing any food.
During the trip
- You are responsible for the safety and enjoyment of the participants. You need to teach the necessary skills to participants.
- During the trip you must keep track of van mileage and all expenses. At the end of the trip you must use Concur to create an electronic expense report and upload all receipts to the report.
- You must fill out a Trip Log and any Accident Reports and/or Information/Close Call Reports.
After the Trip
- You are responsible for making sure that all equipment borrowed by participants is cleaned and returned.
- You are responsible or making sure that all group equipment is clean.
- If any equipment is lost or damage, it must be reported to the Trips Coordinator or the Equipment Room Staff.
- You are responsible for making sure that the Equipment Room is left in good order after you de-issue equipment.