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Journal of Experiential Education now available Online

The Journal of Experiential Education (JEE), published by the Association for Experiential Education, is a peer-reviewed, scholarly journal presenting a diverse range of articles in subject areas such as outdoor adventure programming, service learning, environmental education, therapeutic applications, research and theory, the creative arts, and much more. JEE is now available online. Read more about how to subscribe

Risk Management Blog: New Zealand Coroner's Report has Lessons for all of us

The New Zealand Mountain Safety Council has issued a press release regarding the New Zealand Coroner's Report on the deaths of six high school students and a teacher on April 15, 2008 in a canyoning accident on a program run by the Sir Edmund Hillary Outdoor Pursuits Centre (OPC).

The Coroner's Report is a factual and often chilling account of what transpired. It paints a detailed picture of an accident taking place, a series of events that cascaded into the tragedy and points out weaknesses within operating and program structures that are not unique to OPC. The Coroner's Report is something that every outdoor program should read, share with your staff, and carefully review the contributing factors in this incident. I think every program will find at least one familiar thread that applies to your operation. Read more...

Are you Balacing your Legal Risks?

New Legal Case at the Adventure & Recreation Law Center: Underage Minor Suffers Injury after Misrepresenting Age to Gain Access

An underage teenager signs an adult release form to access a motocross race and suffers catastrophic injuries. If a participant misrepresents his minority status or forges a parent’s signature in order to participate, and is subsequently injured, how should responsibility be allocated between the service provider and the minor? Clearly the injury would not have occurred but for the minor being allowed to participate so who is responsible for his injuries? Could you have someone provide false information on one of your programs? Learn about this critical risk management issue from the legal authorities at the Adventure & Recreation Law Center, Reb Gregg and Catherine Hansen-Stamp.

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