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…

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…

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…

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 (spring, summer, and /or fall)

Outdoor Educator Assistants  (spring, summer, and /or fall)

AmeriCorps Outdoor Educator Assistants (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: