The TRU Adventure Studies Department is excited to launch Pathways to Adventure, a dynamic new course delivery designed for aspiring outdoor enthusiasts eager to build skills, gain experience, and prepare for a future in adventure. This unique course delivery bundles lower-level adventure skills courses, allowing students to gain hands-on experience while working toward their future in the adventure industry.
By combining coursework with real-world field experience, students can meet the entrance requirements for the Adventure Guide Certificate program while making valuable connections within the adventure community.
Is Pathways to Adventure right for you?
This is the ideal pathway for you if you:
- Are a high school student in Kamloops, B.C.
- Do not meet the minimum age requirement (19) for the Adventure Guide Certificate.
- Are a current TRU student interested in adventure sports and outdoor leadership.
- Wish to transfer credits into diploma or degree studies.
Dual credit option for SD 73 students
High school students in School District No. 73 can take Pathways to Adventure skills courses while completing their secondary education.
How it works: Grade 12 students can receive funding for one course per semester (up to four credits), equivalent to two skills courses. These credits can be applied as electives toward the Adventure Guide Certificate at TRU.
Interested? Talk to your school guidance counsellor to learn more about the application process and start your journey into the world of adventure!
Course structure and delivery
Students can take up to six field courses to prepare for the Adventure Guide Certificate. Selected elective courses can also count toward a Bachelor of Tourism Management degree.
Schedule: For each semester (fall and winter), courses would be in three-hour blocks one day a week for 10 weeks. These blocks would be from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. during the school week. Each class would have one full day/overnight excursion, likely on a weekend.
Field courses available (two credits each)
- ADVG 1302 Outdoor Travel Skills
- ADVG 1330 Backpacking
- ADVG 1340 Introduction to Paddle Sports
- ADVG 1350 Canoe Skills
- ADVG 1370 Whitewater Kayaking Skills
- ADVG 1380 Rock Climbing Skills 1
Courses subject to availability.
How to apply
Take the first step on your pathway to adventure today! Contact the Adventure Studies Department at adventure@tru.ca for more details on enrolment and course options.
