Trip Leader Qualifications
AMC requires the following of our trip leaders (to qualify for liability insurance coverage):
- Trip leader is an AMC member, at least 18 years of age.
- Prospective leaders must co-lead two trips with an active CT AMC whitewater trip leader.
- Leader must have paddled any river they lead on several times before leading a trip on it for the club.
- Leader should have passed a Swiftwater rescue training course.
- Leader must complete and AMC Trip Leader Education course.
Note: Leaders MUST be a paid-up AMC member at the time of the trip. If you let your membership lapse and lead a trip, AMC insurance will not cover you.
TRIP FINANCES:
Limited funds are available to cover all or part of any camping fees related to an AMC trip. Also, if large deposits are required to hold a campsite or other reservation please contact Mark Schappert and a club check can be issued.
See the Leader Information page for leader responsibilities in preparing and leading a trip.
See the Whitewater Leader Education page for trip leader educational incentives!
CT–AMC – Becoming a Whitewater Trip Leader further information
Swiftwater courses are offered through Zoar Outdoors – There is a discount for AMC members.
50% reimbursement is available after leading 3 trips in the 1st calendar year of becoming a leader.
Being knowledgeable in First Aid and CPR is strongly recommended.
