WOC-ly OUTING CLUB CALENDAR 03/01- 03/05
Hello WOC family! Come check out some of the awesome outdoors events we
have going on this week. All events are open to WOC members. For more
information on how to join WOC, ask your trip leader or head on down to the
equipment room.
Announcements:
FULL MOON TONIGHT!! rising at 5:38PM in the east...HOWLING begins at first
site!
SUMMER JOBS!!!
Work at Hopkins Forest this Summer! HMF is hiring Caretaker Interns for
this summer. Work outdoors amid lush greenery -- taking care of the
gardens, trails, grounds, research areas, splitting wood, clearing
vegetation, running small machines and more. These 8-10 week, full-time
positions, pay $11.75 per hour, with eligibility for College housing.
Visit this link for more information and application
https://ces.williams.edu/summer-jobs/hopkins-forest-caretakers/ . Contact
[log in to unmask] with questions.
Also, we have Environmental Analysis Lab Assistant internships available
for those interested in Environmental Chemistry. These interns, working
for Jay Racela, will spend some time in Hopkins Forest – gathering data and
maintaining research sites – in addition to working in the lab. See this
link
https://ces.williams.edu/summer-jobs/scientificresearch-assistant-summer-hmfces-lab/
or contact [log in to unmask] for details.
Christodora’s Manice Education Center - Savoy, MA
Summer Ecology Program Director (July 2018):Seeking teachers or educators
with a background in the sciences to lead a discovery-based, research
program for high school students in July 2018. This is an opportunity to
lead scientific investigations of the forested ecosystems within the
6,000-acres of Great Mountain Forest (GMF) near Norfolk, CT, where the Yale
School of Forestry conducts educational research programs. Click here to
learn more…
<http://www.christodora.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/SEP-Director-Job-Post-2-1-18.pdf>
Wilderness Program Supervisor (June-August 2018:
Seeking outdoor professionals looking for a leadership opportunity to
oversee 20 backpacking and canoeing expeditions in Southern New England for
Summer 2018. Click here to learn more…
<http://www.christodora.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Wilderness-Program-Supervisor-2018-V.2-12-18-MS.pdf>
Logistics Coordinator (June-August 2018):Seeking outdoor professionals to
be a strong mentor for high school aged alumni, empowering youth to develop
transferable job readiness skills, provide technical expertise for
wilderness gear, directly oversee logistics preparations for 20 backpacking
and canoeing expeditions in Southern New England for Summer 2018. Click
here to learn more…
<http://www.christodora.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Logistics-Coordinator-2018.pdf>
Outdoor Educators & Outdoor Educator Assistants (Start in April, June, or
September 2018)
Seeking entry level and seasoned outdoor / environmental educators who have
an adventurous spirit, willingness to learn, passion for the outdoors---and
enjoy connecting with urban youth. Teach in the spring (April to early
June), summer (mid June through August) or fall (Sept. & Oct.) Apply to
work in one season, all 3, or any combination! Free certifying trainings
provided: Wilderness First Aid/ CPR, Waterfront Lifeguarding—Plus
professional trainings: canoe clinics, backpacking skills training trips,
best practices in environmental education and youth development, and more.
Click here to learn more about our outdoor educator positions:
Outdoor Educators
<http://www.christodora.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Outdoor-Educator-2018-2-7-18-MS.pdf>
(spring, summer, and /or fall)
Outdoor Educator Assistants
<http://www.christodora.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Outdoor-Educator-Assistant-2018-2-12-18-MS.pdf>
(spring, summer, and /or fall)
AmeriCorps Outdoor Educator Assistants
<http://www.christodora.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/AmeriCorps-Outdoor-Educator-Assistant-2018-2-12-18-MS.pdf>
(summer only)
Climbing:
The Nate Lowe climbing wall will be open 8 -10 pm M - Th. Thursday nights
from 8 - 9 are reserved for those who don’t identify as cis-gender men.
All climbers are welcome on Thursdays from 9 - 10 and on every other day.
WOC Equipment Room:
The Equipment Room will be open M - Th 12:30 -1:30, and F 12 -2. WOC
memberships may be purchased at the Equipment Room as may the ever popular
WOC Bamboo T-shirt. Email [log in to unmask] with questions.
Thursday:
Polar Bear Swim! If you missed the Winter Carnival Polar Bear Swim, have no
fear, we’ll be running it back this Thursday, meeting at 9 PM outside WCMA
for a short walk and dip in the Green River!
Friday:
Wet wintery mix Sunrise (6:25 am sunrise) 3 mi Hike up and down Pine
Cobble Meet at the WOC equipment room, level M Paresky, at 6:00 AM. Dress
for the weather - lots of layers, hat and gloves. Bring a water bottle and
a cup for hot drinks. Return to campus by 8:45AM. Contact Scott,
[log in to unmask] if you have questions!
Saturday:
Walk at your own pace on the Ashuwillticook trail in Cheshire. This is an
easy walk, accessible to all, on a paved rail trail along Cheshire
Reservoir. Bring your camera or sketch pad. Views of Mt. Greylock and
sunset over the reservoir. Leave campus at 4 pm and return by 6:30.
Contact Dave Ackerson at da1 with questions or to reserve a spot.
Sunday:
Money Brook Falls hike! Intermediate 8 mi hike via the AT - take 2!!
Leaving campus at 12:30pm return at 4:30pm. Contact Scott,
[log in to unmask] to reserve a spot!
--
Scott Lewis
Director
Williams Outing Club
39 Chapin Hall Dr.
Williamstown, MA 01267
Wk Ph# (413) 597 - 2317
Mobile # (413) 884 - 5222
FAX # (413) 597 - 4742
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