COPE & Climbing Level 1 Training

Dates & Times:
Friday, May 29 at 6:00 PM – Sunday, May 31 at 11:00 AM

Location:
Gerber Scout Reservation – Venture Base

1733 Owasippe Rd, Twin Lake, MI 49457

Cost:
$60 per participant

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Course Overview

Join the Michigan Crossroads Council for an engaging and hands-on COPE & Climbing Level 1 Instructor Training. This required certification course prepares participants to safely and confidently facilitate a wide range of adventure-based programs.

Training includes instruction and practical experience in:

Artificial Climbing Towers

Rappelling

Zipline Operations

Low & High COPE (Challenging Outdoor Personal Experience)

Team-Building Field Initiatives

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Participants will learn essential safety procedures, facilitation techniques, and program delivery skills needed to lead both individual and group-based outdoor challenges.

Arrival & Preparation

Check-in: Friday at 6:00 PM at Venture Base, Gerber Scout Reservation

Check-out: Sunday by 11:00 AM

Participants should come prepared for all Michigan weather conditions and bring appropriate overnight camping gear for the duration of the training

Who Should Attend

Summer camp COPE & Climbing staff (required)

Volunteers supporting year-round COPE & Climbing programs

Venture Ranger candidates pursuing the COPE elective

Adults, Venturers, and older Scouts interested in high-adventure programming

Certification Requirements

All participants must successfully complete the course and pass the final evaluation to receive their official COPE & Climbing Level 1 training card.