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SUMMARY:Wilderness First Aid Training
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URL:https://old.corpsthat.org/event/wilderness-first-aid-training-june2025/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Courses,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250602T190000
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SUMMARY:Leave No Trace (LNT) Awareness Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Image Description: \nPromotional banner for a virtual “Leave No Trace Awareness Workshop”. The grayscale image shows people outdoors in a forest\, using ASL in discussion. Top text reads: Leave No Trace Awareness Workshop\, Virtual Workshop. Bottom text in bold yellow and white: June 2nd\, 7–8:30 PM EST. Workshops taught in ASL by Deaf instructors without interpretation. \n\nHave you ever wanted to deepen your understanding of low-impact camping\, hiking\, or how to enjoy the outdoors responsibly? This introductory Leave No Trace (LNT) workshop is designed to provide participants with a foundational knowledge of the seven principles of Leave No Trace and how these skills and ethics can help protect the natural places we love. \nLed by Deaf LNT level 2 instructors and conducted entirely in American Sign Language (ASL)\, this workshop will explore the real-world impact of recreation-related activities and offer practical strategies for minimizing that impact. Upon successful completion\, participants will receive a Leave No Trace Awareness Certificate co-issued by CorpsTHAT and the Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics. \n\nMeet the Presenters\n \nJemima ChongJemima Chong is a certified Leave No Trace Level 2 Instructor and a former crew leader with CorpsTHAT. She recently completed her Master’s degree in Biology\, with a certificate in Environmental Education. With a strong background in fieldwork and a passion for inclusive education\, Jemima is excited to share her knowledge and empower the DHH and ASL communities through this workshop. \n  \n  \n  \n \nShirley Ann ShannonShirley Ann Shannon serves as CorpsTHAT’s Outreach and Education Coordinator and brings over four years of experience with the organization. She has taught ASL courses tailored for outdoor professionals and is also a certified Leave No Trace Level 2 Instructor. Originally from Puerto Rico\, Shirley Ann is dedicated to creating inclusive outdoor learning spaces for the Deaf and signing communities. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n\nTo register\, use the google form below or click here to open in a new window. \nLoading…
URL:https://old.corpsthat.org/event/leave-no-trace-lnt-awareness-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Courses,Webinars,Workshops
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SUMMARY:Class A: ASL 1 M/W 7pm EST [5 Weeks]
DESCRIPTION:Image Description: Black and white photo of CorpsTHAT Crew members in work clothes and hard hat standing in a semi-circle facing a USFS staff member who is signing the letter ‘E’\, to the far right is a CorpsTHAT member hand signing the letter ‘L”. Text reads: American Sign Language for the Outdoors: 5 Week Courses\, May 28th – June 30th\, ASL Level 1\, Courses are virtual\, meet twice a week\, with outside of class course work assigned\, students have access to a virtual ASL meet up to practice with other students.\n  \n\nThis course is the first part of our ASL 1 course and meets virtually Monday and Wednesday 7pm EST for 5 weeks starting on May 28th and ending on June 30th. With a make up course day schedule for the following week\, if needed. \nAmerican Sign Language I- Part 1 is their first half of our beginning ASL Course. This level is for students who have little to no previous knowledge of ASL. Students will learn basic conversational skills and vocabulary. In this class\, you’ll learn how to communicate with Deaf people while working\, recreating\, or volunteering in the outdoor field. Our ASL I courses are taught by a native Deaf ASL signer who has extensive experience working in the outdoor fields\, and will be able to adjust teaching styles and topics to fit the needs of the students. This course is a shortened version of our typical 10 week ASL courses to provide an option to fit a variety of student’s schedules. \nCorpsTHAT’s ASL courses use Zoom to meet virtually twice a week and use Google Classrooms for submitting assignments outside of class time. \n5 Week ASL Courses are $250 per student and $200 for any returning CorpsTHAT student. Use the google form below to register. Once you submit your registration form you will be emailed an invoice and can use the link there to make your payment. \n  \nLoading…
URL:https://old.corpsthat.org/event/class-a-asl-1-m-w-7pm-est-5-weeks-2/
CATEGORIES:Courses
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250527
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SUMMARY:Class G: ASL 1.5 T/Th 7pm EST [5 Weeks]
DESCRIPTION:Image Description: Black and white photo of CorpsTHAT Crew members in work clothes and hard hat standing in a semi-circle facing a USFS staff member who is signing the letter ‘E’\, to the far right is a CorpsTHAT member hand signing the letter ‘L”. Text reads: American Sign Language for the Outdoors: 5 Week Courses\, May 27th – June 26th\, ASL Level 1\, Courses are virtual\, meet twice a week\, with outside of class course work assigned\, students have access to a virtual ASL meet up to practice with other students.\n  \n\n This course is the second part of our ASL 1 course and meets virtually Tuesday and Thursday 7pm EST for 5 weeks starting on May 27th and ending on June 26th. With a make up course day schedule for the following week\, if needed. \nAmerican Sign Language I- Part 2 is intended as a continuation of our ASL 1- Part 1 course. This level is for students who have little knowledge of ASL. Students will learn basic conversational skills and vocabulary. In this class\, students will review what they learned in ASL I- Part 1 in addition to learning how to describe directions and one specialized outdoor topic will be covered more in depth depending on students’ interest in this course. Our ASL I courses are taught by a native Deaf ASL signer who has extensive experience working in the outdoor fields\, and will be able to adjust teaching styles and topics to fit the needs of the students. This course is a shortened version of our typical 10 week ASL courses to provide an option to fit a variety of student’s schedules. \nCorpsTHAT’s ASL courses use Zoom to meet virtually twice a week and use Google Classrooms for submitting assignments outside of class time. \n5 Week ASL Courses are $250 per student and $200 for any returning CorpsTHAT student. Use the google form below to register. Once you submit your registration form you will be emailed an invoice and can use the link there to make your payment. \n  \nLoading…
URL:https://old.corpsthat.org/event/class-g-asl-1-5-t-th-7pm-est-5-weeks/
CATEGORIES:Courses
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SUMMARY:CLOSED-Class G: ASL 1.5 T/T 5pm EST [5 Weeks]
DESCRIPTION:Image Description: Black and white photo of  CorpsTHAT Crew members in work clothes and hard hat standing in a semi-circle facing a USFS staff member who is signing the letter ‘E’\, to the far right is a CorpsTHAT member hand signing the letter ‘L”. Text reads: American Sign Language for the Outdoors: 5 Week Courses\, April 15th – May 8th\, ASL Level 1.5\, Courses are virtual\, meet twice a week\, with outside of class course work assigned\, students have access to a virtual ASL meet up to practice with other students\n \n\nThis course is the second part of our ASL 1 course and meets virtually Tuesday and Thursday 5pm EST for 5 weeks starting on April 15th and ending on May 8th. With a make up course day schedule for the following week\, if needed. \nAmerican Sign Language I- Part 2 is intended as a continuation of our ASL 1- Part 1 course. This level is for students who have little knowledge of ASL. Students will learn basic conversational skills and vocabulary. In this class\, students will review what they learned in ASL I- Part 1 in addition to learning how to describe directions and one specialized outdoor topic will be covered more in-depth depending on students’ interest in this course. Our ASL I courses are taught by a native Deaf ASL signer who has extensive experience working in the outdoor fields\, and will be able to adjust teaching styles and topics to fit the needs of the students. This course is a shortened version of our typical 10-week ASL courses to provide an option to fit a variety of student’s schedules. \nCorpsTHAT’s ASL courses use Zoom to meet virtually twice a week and use Google classrooms for submitting assignments outside of class time. \n5 Week ASL Courses are $250 per student and $200 for any returning CorpsTHAT student. Use the google form below to register. Once you submit your registration form you will be emailed an invoice and can use the link there to make your payment. \n  \nLoading… \n 
URL:https://old.corpsthat.org/event/class-g-asl-1-5-t-t-5pm-est-5-weeks/
CATEGORIES:Courses
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SUMMARY:CLOSED-Class E: ASL 2 T/T 7pm EST [5 Weeks]
DESCRIPTION:Image Description: Black and white photo of a CorpsTHAT Crew leader wearing a hard hat\, outdoor gear\, and standing while signing to another person with backpack. Text reads: American Sign Language for the Outdoors: 5 Week Courses\, April 15th – May 8th\, ASL Level 2\, Courses are virtual\, meet twice a week\, with outside of class course work assigned\, students have access to a virtual ASL meet up to practice with other students.\n\nThis course meets virtually Tuesday and Thursday 7pm EST for 5 weeks starting on April 15th and ending on May 8th. With a make up course day schedule for the following week\, if needed. \nAmerican Sign Language II – Part 1 students will refine their use of basic sentence types and try out their skills through interactions\, such as giving and receiving directions. Our ASL 2.0 courses are taught by a native Deaf ASL signer who has extensive experience working in the outdoor fields and will be able to adjust teaching styles and topics to fit the students’ needs. This course is the first half of our typical 10 week courses\, by the end of this course\, students will be able to begin to comfortably carry on conversations on topics that are commonly discussed in the outdoors\, expand their extensive outdoor-related vocabularies\, communicate more efficiently in emergencies like wilderness medicine\, a more advanced understanding of ASL grammar and syntax\, Deaf culture and etiquette tailored to outdoor settings\, and so much more. \nCorpsTHAT’s ASL courses use Zoom to meet virtually twice a week and use Google Classrooms for submitting assignments outside of class time. \n5 Week ASL Courses are $250 per student and $200 for any returning CorpsTHAT student. Use the google form below to register. Once you submit your registration form you will be emailed an invoice and can use the link there to make your payment. \n  \nLoading…
URL:https://old.corpsthat.org/event/class-e-asl-2-t-t-7pm-est-5-weeks/
CATEGORIES:Courses
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250415
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SUMMARY:CLOSED-Class C: ASL 3 M/W 7pm EST [5 Weeks]
DESCRIPTION:Image Description: Black and white photo of people\, sitting outdoors in a wooded area\, signing in ASL. Text reads: American Sign Language for the Outdoors: 5 Week Courses\, April 14th – May 7th\, ASL Level 3\, Courses are virtual\, meet twice a week\, with outside of class course work assigned\, students have access to a virtual ASL meet up to practice with other students.\n\nThis course meets virtually Monday and Wednesdays 7:00 pm EST for 5-weeks starting on April 14th and ending on May 7th. With a make up course scheduled for the following week\, if needed. \nAmerican Sign Language III – Part 1 is for students who have already taken our ASL I and ASL II course series\, or have a basic knowledge of ASL vocabulary and grammar and are ready to expand their skills in conversation.  In this class\, you’ll expand your knowledge of vocabulary\, grammar and Deaf Culture. Our ASL III courses are taught by a native Deaf ASL signer who has extensive experience working in the outdoor fields\, and will be able to adjust teaching styles and topics to fit the needs of the students.  Deaf presenters who work in the outdoors/environmental education/science fields will be invited to present to the class and students will have the opportunity to ask questions and learn more about the Deaf outdoor experience. By the end of this course\, students will be able to begin conversations about outdoor topics or emergency situations like wilderness medicine\, have a deeper understanding of Deaf culture and understand etiquette tailored to outdoor settings\, and so much more.  \nCorpsTHAT’s ASL courses use Zoom to meet virtually twice a week and use Google Classrooms for submitting assignments outside of class time. \n5 Week ASL Courses are $250 per student and $200 for any returning CorpsTHAT student. Use the google form below to register. Once you submit your registration form you will be emailed an invoice and can use the link there to make your payment. \n  \nLoading…
URL:https://old.corpsthat.org/event/class-c-asl-3-m-w-7pm-est-5-weeks/
CATEGORIES:Courses
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SUMMARY:ASL Private Courses for Outdoor Organizations and Groups
DESCRIPTION:Image Description: Black and white photo of a Zoom Meeting with CorpsTHAT ASL Instructor signing the word ‘sit/chair’ with 5 students copying the sign. Text reads: American Sign Language for the Outdoors: Private Group Courses. 10 or 5 week courses. Courses are virtual\, meet twice a week\, with outside of class course work assigned\, students have access to a virtual ASL meet up to practice with other students Spring 2025 sessions of private group courses start either April 14th or 15th. 5 week courses will end the week of  May 7th and 10 week courses will end the week of June 18th. Create a private group courses that is tailored towards your organization or community’s outdoor area of focus that includes conservation\, federal agencies\, recreation or adaptive sports. We work with you to find a time to meet twice a week or once a week that works best for your group for either a 5 week or 10 week duration during our regular sessions of fall\, winter and spring.  Courses meet virtually for up to 2 hours per week with course work assigned outside of class and students are invited to our weekly and bi-weekly ASL course meetups to practice what they are learning with other students and instructors. Group courses have a minimum of 3 students and a maximum of 8. Once your course and course schedule is confirmed we will provide a registration form for you to share with the individuals within your organization or community who are interested in taking this course. Our private group courses are a flat fee cost\, 10 week courses are $3\,000 and 5 week courses are $1\,750. We do not offer scholarship for these courses since they are already heavily discounted however if you are a small affinity outdoor group who is interested in having your member taking these courses and can not afford our flat fees please contact us to discuss registration options. \nCourses we offer: \nASL I: For students who have little to no previous knowledge of ASL. Students will learn basic conversational skills and vocabulary. In this class\, you’ll learn how to communicate with Deaf people while working\, recreating\, or volunteering in the outdoor field. \nASL II: Students will refine their use of basic sentence types and practice their skills through interactions. By the end of this course\, students will be able to confidently carry on conversations on topics that are commonly discussed in the outdoors\, develop a more advanced understanding of ASL grammar and syntax\, Deaf culture and etiquette tailored to outdoor settings. \nASL III: For students who have already taken our ASL I and ASL II courses\, or have a basic knowledge of ASL vocabulary and grammar and are ready expand their skills in conversation. By the end of this course\, students will be able to confidently have a conversation about general outdoor topics and communicate important points in topics such as wilderness medicine.   With private group courses\, students still are expected to complete assignments outside of class time\, show up to every class or communicate with the instructor if they are unable to make it\, if there are dates that 50% of the class can not attend that is expected to be communicated ahead of time and make up courses for those dates are up to the availability of instructors at the end of the course dates.      Is your organization interested in setting up a private group course with us? Fill out our inquiry form bellow\, or to open it in a new window click here.   \n  \nLoading… \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://old.corpsthat.org/event/asl-private-courses-for-outdoor-organizations-and-groups/
CATEGORIES:Courses
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SUMMARY:Class A: ASL 1  M/W 7pm EST [5 Weeks]
DESCRIPTION:Image Description: Black and white photo of CorpsTHAT Crew members in work clothes and hard hat standing in a semi-circle facing a USFS staff member who is signing the letter ‘E’\, to the far right is a CorpsTHAT member hand signing the letter ‘L”. Text reads: American Sign Language for the Outdoors: 5 Week Courses\, April 14th – May 7th\, ASL Level 1\, Courses are virtual\, meet twice a week\, with outside of class course work assigned\, students have access to a virtual ASL meet up to practice with other students\n \n\nThis course is the first part of our ASL 1 course and meets virtually Monday and Wednesday 7pm EST for 5 weeks starting on April 14th and ending on May 7th. With a make up course day schedule for the following week\, if needed. \nAmerican Sign Language I- Part 1 is their first half of our beginning ASL Course. This level is for students who have little to no previous knowledge of ASL. Students will learn basic conversational skills and vocabulary. In this class\, you’ll learn how to communicate with Deaf people while working\, recreating\, or volunteering in the outdoor field. Our ASL I courses are taught by a native Deaf ASL signer who has extensive experience working in the outdoor fields\, and will be able to adjust teaching styles and topics to fit the needs of the students. This course is a shortened version of our typical 10 week ASL courses to provide an option to fit a variety of student’s schedules. \nCorpsTHAT’s ASL courses use Zoom to meet virtually twice a week and use google classrooms for submitting assignments outside of class time. \n5 Week ASL Courses are $250 per student and $200 for any returning CorpsTHAT student. Use the google form below to register. Once you submit your registration form you will be emailed an invoice and can use the link there to make your payment. \n  \nLoading…
URL:https://old.corpsthat.org/event/class-a-asl-1-m-w-7pm-est-5-weeks/
CATEGORIES:Courses
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SUMMARY:Trail Building Basics: A Guide for ASL Interpreters in Conservation Interpreting – 0.2 CEU $20 Registration Fee
DESCRIPTION:Image Description: A black-and-white photograph captures a group of people in a forested environment with tall trees. They are all wearing hard hats and outdoor work attire. Some are standing in a semi-circle\, while others appear to be demonstrating or discussing something related to trail building. One individual in the center is signing in ASL\, and the rest of the group is focused on them. Text is in white and yellow says: Trail Building Basics: A Guide for ASL Interpreters in Conservation Setting| Virtual Workshop | .2 CEU Available | March 6th | 7-9 PM EST | Workshops taught in ASL by a Deaf Instructor Without Interpretation\n  \nAre you an interpreter in the outdoor industry looking to enhance your skills in conservation settings? Join us for a hands-on workshop focused on interpreting in dynamic\, 3D spaces like trails and natural environments. Learn key trail work concepts—including design\, safety protocols\, brushing\, corridor clearing\, scouting\, and drainage cleaning—to accurately explain trail building and maintenance. Develop strategies for interpreting complex conservation scenarios\, using key trail terminology\, and navigating worksite boundaries. Gain the confidence to foster seamless communication between Deaf crews and project partners while ensuring safety and ethical considerations in outdoor spaces. \n\n\n\n\n\nPresenter’s Bio: \nSam (Marlo) Bragg (she/they) is a seventh-generation member of a large\, vibrant Deaf family from Maine’s Great Woods. With a Master’s degree in Outdoor Leadership from Saybrook University and the National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS)\, Sam has dedicated their career to bridging the gap between the Deaf community and the outdoors through education\, recreation\, and career development. As a team member at CorpsTHAT\, Sam is passionate about creating equitable and inclusive outdoor spaces for Deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals.  \nWith over 12 years of diverse field experience\, Sam’s expertise spans various roles and capacities. Sam contributes their knowledge as a member of The Nature Conservancy’s Accessibility Advisory Council and serves on the National Safety Committee for Outward Bound Canada. Sam regularly leads workshops and speaks at conferences\, focusing on making the outdoors and conservation industry more accessible and inclusive. They dive into critical topics like risk management for Deaf individuals in outdoor settings and practical strategies for incorporating Deaf participants into the industry. Sam is Wilderness First Responder certified\, a Leave No Trace Level 2 Instructor\, a Level A Sawyer\, and holds certifications in Mental Health Wilderness First Aid and as a Wilderness First Aid Instructor. In Sam’s free time\, Sam enjoys climbing\, trail running\, skiing\, and backpacking. \n  \n\nVancro Integrated Interpreting Services (VIIS) is an approved RID CMP sponsor for Continuing Education Activities. \nThis workshop is offered for .2 CEUs in the Professional Studies area at the “some” content knowledge level. Participants will receive a certificate of attendance. The target audience for this activity is: Interpreters who are interested in taking assignments that will take them outside. \n  \n  \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n\nPlease use the google form below to register and pay for this workshop or to open in another window\, click here. If you work with Vancro Integrated Interpreting Services (VIIS) please contact VIIS to register. \n  \nLoading…
URL:https://old.corpsthat.org/event/trail-building-basics-a-guide-for-asl-interpreters-in-conservation-interpreting-0-2-ceu-20-registration-fee/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Courses,Workshops
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SUMMARY:FULL *Class C - ASL 3 T/T 5pm EST [5 Weeks]*
DESCRIPTION:Image Description: Black and white photo of a CorpsTHAT Crew members in work clothes and hard had standing in a semi-circle facing a USFS staff member who is signing the letter ‘E’\, to the far right is a CorpsTHAT member hand signing the letter ‘L”. Text reads: American Sign Language for the Outdoors: 5 Week Courses January 13 – March 20\, ASL Level 3\, Courses are virtual\, meet twice a week\, with outside of class course work assigned\, students have access to a virtual ASL meet up to practice with other students \n  \nThis course meets virtually Tuesday and Thursday 5:00 pm EST for 10-weeks starting on January 14th and ending on February 13th. With a make up course day scheduled for the following week\, if needed. \n  \nAmerican Sign Language III is for students who have already taken our ASL I and ASL II courses\, or have a basic knowledge of ASL vocabulary and grammar and are ready expand their skills in conversation.  In this class\, you’ll expand your knowledge of vocabulary\, grammar and Deaf Culture. Our ASL III courses are taught by a native Deaf ASL signer who has extensive experience working in the outdoor fields\, and will be able to adjust teaching styles and topics to fit the needs of the students. By the end of this course\, students will be able to confidently have a conversation about outdoor topics or emergency situations like wilderness medicine\, have a deeper understanding of Deaf culture and etiquette tailored to outdoor settings\, and so much more. \n  \nCorpsTHAT’s ASL courses use Zoom to meet virtually twice a week and use google classrooms for submitting assignments outside of class time.   \nTHIS COURSE IS NOW FULL. Check back for our spring courses. \n 
URL:https://old.corpsthat.org/event/class-c-asl-3-t-t-5pm-est-5-weeks/
CATEGORIES:Courses
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250115
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UID:13436-1736812800-1736899199@old.corpsthat.org
SUMMARY:Class E - ASL 2: T/T 7pm EST [10 weeks]
DESCRIPTION:Image Description: Black and white photo of a group of leave no trace students sitting on the ground in a circle with tall evergreen trees in the background. looking at one individual on the right in a camp chair signing. Text reads: American Sign Language for the Outdoors: 10 Week Courses\,January 13 – March 20\, ASL Level 2. Courses are virtual\, meet twice a week\, with outside of class course work assigned\, students have access to a virtual ASL meet up to practice with other students \n  \nThis course meets virtually Tuesday and Thursday 7:00 pm EST for 10-weeks starting on January 14th to March 20th. With a make up course day scheduled for the following week\, if needed. \nAmerican Sign Language II students will refine their use of basic sentence types and try out their skills through interactions\, such as giving and receiving directions. Our ASL II courses are taught by a native Deaf ASL signer who has extensive experience working in the outdoor fields and will be able to adjust teaching styles and topics to fit the students’ needs. By the end of this course\, students will be able to confidently carry on conversations on topics that are commonly discussed in the outdoors\, expand their extensive outdoor-related vocabularies\, communicate more efficiently in emergencies like wilderness medicine\, a more advanced understanding of ASL grammar and syntax\, Deaf culture and etiquette tailored to outdoor settings\, and so much more. \nCorpsTHAT’s ASL courses use Zoom to meet virtually twice a week and use google classrooms for submitting assignments outside of class time.   \nCourses are $500 per student and $400 for any returning CorpsTHAT student. Use the google form below to register. Once you submit your registration form you will be emailed an invoice and can use the link there to make your payment. \n  \n CorpsTHAT doesn’t want finances to be a barrier to learning ASL\, if you are requesting a scholarship\, please fill out this form here.  \n  \nLoading…
URL:https://old.corpsthat.org/event/class-e-asl-2-t-t-7pm-est-10-weeks/
CATEGORIES:Courses
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250115
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CREATED:20241128T190741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241129T142306Z
UID:13422-1736812800-1736899199@old.corpsthat.org
SUMMARY:Class A: ASL 1  T/T 5pm EST [5 Weeks]
DESCRIPTION:Image Description: Black and white photo of a CorpsTHAT Crew members in work clothes and hard had standing in a semi-circle facing a USFS staff member who is signing the letter ‘E’\, to the far right is a CorpsTHAT member hand signing the letter ‘L”. Text reads: American Sign Language for the Outdoors: 10 Week Courses\nJanuary 13 – March 20\, ASL Level 1-3\, Courses are virtual\, meet twice a week\, with outside of class course work assigned\, students have access to a virtual ASL meet up to practice with other students \n  \nThis course meets virtually Tuesday and Thursday 5:00 pm EST for 5-weeks starting on January 14th and ending on February 13th. With a make up course day schedule for the following week\, if needed. \nAmerican Sign Language I is for students who have little to no previous knowledge of ASL. Students will learn basic conversational skills and vocabulary. In this class\, you’ll learn how to communicate with Deaf people while working\, recreating\, or volunteering in the outdoor field. Our ASL I courses are taught by a native Deaf ASL signer who has extensive experience working in the outdoor fields\, and will be able to adjust teaching styles and topics to fit the needs of the students. This course is a shortened version of our typical 10 week ASL courses to provide an option to fit a variety of student’s schedules. \nCorpsTHAT’s ASL courses use Zoom to meet virtually twice a week and use google classrooms for submitting assignments outside of class time.   \n5 Week ASL Courses are $250 per student and $200 for any returning CorpsTHAT student. Use the google form below to register. Once you submit your registration form you will be emailed an invoice and can use the link there to make your payment. \n  \nLoading…
URL:https://old.corpsthat.org/event/class-a-asl-1-t-t-5pm-est-5-weeks/
CATEGORIES:Courses
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250114
DTSTAMP:20250107T163940Z
CREATED:20241129T140926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T163940Z
UID:13449-1736726400-1736812799@old.corpsthat.org
SUMMARY:FULL *Class F -  ASL 3: M/W 7pm EST [10 weeks]*
DESCRIPTION:Image Description: Black and white photo of a group of leave no trace students sitting on the ground in a circle with tall evergreen trees in the background. looking at one individual on the right in a camp chair signing. Text reads: American Sign Language for the Outdoors: 10 Week Courses\, January 13 – March 20\, ASL Level 3\, Courses are virtual\, meet twice a week\, with outside of class course work assigned\, students have access to a virtual ASL meet up to practice with other students \n  \nThis course meets virtually Monday and Wednesdays 7:00 pm EST for 10-weeks starting on January 13th and ending on March 20th. With a make up course scheduled for the following week\, if needed. \n  \nAmerican Sign Language III is for students who have already taken our ASL I and ASL II courses\, or have a basic knowledge of ASL vocabulary and grammar and are ready expand their skills in conversation.  In this class\, you’ll expand your knowledge of vocabulary\, grammar and Deaf Culture. Our ASL III courses are taught by a native Deaf ASL signer who has extensive experience working in the outdoor fields\, and will be able to adjust teaching styles and topics to fit the needs of the students. By the end of this course\, students will be able to confidently have a conversation about outdoor topics or emergency situations like wilderness medicine\, have a deeper understanding of Deaf culture and etiquette tailored to outdoor settings\, and so much more. \n  \nCorpsTHAT’s ASL courses use Zoom to meet virtually twice a week and use google classrooms for submitting assignments outside of class time.   \nTHIS COURSE IS NOW FULL. Check back for our spring courses.
URL:https://old.corpsthat.org/event/class-f-asl-3-m-w-7pm-est-10-weeks/
CATEGORIES:Courses
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250114
DTSTAMP:20241129T143357Z
CREATED:20241128T192621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241129T143357Z
UID:13432-1736726400-1736812799@old.corpsthat.org
SUMMARY:Class D - ASL 1: M/W 7pm EST [10 weeks]
DESCRIPTION:Image Description: Black and white photo of a group of leave no trace students sitting on the ground in a circle with tall evergreen trees in the background. looking at one individual on the right in a camp chair signing. Text reads: American Sign Language for the Outdoors: 10 Week Courses\, January 13 – March 20\, ASL Level 1\, Courses are virtual\, meet twice a week\, with outside of class course work assigned\, students have access to a virtual ASL meet up to practice with other students \n  \nThis course meets virtually Monday and Wednesday 7:00 pm EST for 10-weeks starting on January 13th to March 19th. With a make up course day scheduled for the following week\, if needed. \nAmerican Sign Language I is for students who have little to no previous knowledge of ASL. Students will learn basic conversational skills and vocabulary. In this class\, you’ll learn how to communicate with Deaf people while working\, recreating\, or volunteering in the outdoor field. Our ASL I courses are taught by a native Deaf ASL signer who has extensive experience working in the outdoor fields\, and will be able to adjust teaching styles and topics to fit the needs of the students. By the end of this course\, students will be able to confidently introduce themselves and their background\, ask and answer questions that are commonly asked in the outdoors\, extensive outdoor-related vocabularies\, communicate more efficiently in emergency situations like wilderness medicine\, basic understanding of ASL grammar and syntax\, Deaf culture and etiquette tailored to outdoor settings\, and so much more. \nCorpsTHAT’s ASL courses use Zoom to meet virtually twice a week and use google classrooms for submitting assignments outside of class time.   \nCourses are $500 per student and $400 for any returning CorpsTHAT student. Use the google form below to register. Once you submit your registration form you will be emailed an invoice and can use the link there to make your payment. \n CorpsTHAT doesn’t want finances to be a barrier to learning ASL\, if you are requesting a scholarship\, please fill out this form here.  \n  \n  \nLoading…
URL:https://old.corpsthat.org/event/class-d-asl-1-m-w-7pm-est-10-weeks/
CATEGORIES:Courses
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250114
DTSTAMP:20241129T142510Z
CREATED:20241128T191248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241129T142510Z
UID:13429-1736726400-1736812799@old.corpsthat.org
SUMMARY:Class B: ASL 2 M/W 5pm EST [5 weeks]
DESCRIPTION:Image Description: Black and white photo of a CorpsTHAT Crew members in work clothes and hard had standing in a semi-circle facing a USFS staff member who is signing the letter ‘E’\, to the far right is a CorpsTHAT member hand signing the letter ‘L”. Text reads: American Sign Language for the Outdoors: 5 Week Courses. January 13 – March 20\, ASL Level 2\, Courses are virtual\, meet twice a week\, with outside of class course work assigned\, students have access to a virtual ASL meet up to practice with other students \n  \nThis course meets virtually Monday and Wednesday 5:00 pm EST for 5-weeks starting on January 13th and ending on February 12th. With a make up course day schedule for the following week\, if needed. \nAmerican Sign Language II students will refine their use of basic sentence types and try out their skills through interactions\, such as giving and receiving directions. Our ASL II courses are taught by a native Deaf ASL signer who has extensive experience working in the outdoor fields and will be able to adjust teaching styles and topics to fit the students’ needs. By the end of this course\, students will be able to confidently carry on conversations on topics that are commonly discussed in the outdoors\, expand their extensive outdoor-related vocabularies\, communicate more efficiently in emergencies like wilderness medicine\, a more advanced understanding of ASL grammar and syntax\, Deaf culture and etiquette tailored to outdoor settings\, and so much more. \nCorpsTHAT’s ASL courses use Zoom to meet virtually twice a week and use google classrooms for submitting assignments outside of class time.   \n5 Week ASL Courses are $250 per student and $200 for any returning CorpsTHAT student. Use the google form below to register. Once you submit your registration form you will be emailed an invoice and can use the link there to make your payment. \n  \n  \nLoading…
URL:https://old.corpsthat.org/event/class-b-asl-2-m-w-5pm-est-5-weeks/
CATEGORIES:Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241218T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241218T210000
DTSTAMP:20241126T021004Z
CREATED:20241028T180309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T021004Z
UID:13342-1734548400-1734555600@old.corpsthat.org
SUMMARY:Outdoor Interpreting Workshop: Introduction – 0.2 CEU $20 Registration Fee
DESCRIPTION:ID: Black and white image of three individuals discussing backpacking routes\, all of them have large backpacking packs on\, bear spray hanging in their front and sunglasses on. One is pointing off in the distance as another individual looks at the interpreter placed in that direction. The interpreter is signing something is large. In the background there are some snow patches and sharp peaks on the slopes of a mountain. Text reads: Outdoor Interpreting Workshop. Virtual Workshop | .2 CEU Available. December 18th 7-9pm EST. Workshops taught in ASL by a Deaf instructor without interpretation. \n\n  \n  \nSam (Marlo) Bragg from CorpsTHAT will be providing an introductory online workshop about interpreting in the outdoor field.  This workshop will cover what outdoor interpreting is\, what to expect and consider when interpreting out in the field. Gear needs including how to prepare\, what to pack\, wear and have while on outdoor interpreting assignments. The uniqueness that outdoor interpreting brings with interpreter boundaries while interpreting in the outdoor field. The different types of assignments and consumers an interpreter might work within the outdoor field including the socio-emotional learning process for consumers and different types of strategies for specific settings and environments. This workshop will also cover CDIs in the outdoor field and different trainings and certificates to consider taking to strengthen your outdoor interpreting knowledge. \n  \nThe Educational Objectives for this workshop are: \n\nUnderstand the basics of outdoor field\nKnow how to prepare and what to expect and consider as an interpreter taking an outdoor interpreting assignment\nExposure to common terminology (acronyms\, techniques)\nExposure to types of training and experience necessary to take on outdoor interpreting assignments\nIntroduce interpreters to idea of ethical interpreting in the outdoors\n\nThis is the workshop for you if you are interested in enhancing your knowledge and skillset within the outdoor field. After completing this 2-hour workshop\, you will receive 0.2 CEU from Vancro Integrated Interpreting Services. \n  \nVancro Integrated Interpreting Services (VIIS) is an approved RID CMP sponsor for Continuing Education Activities. \nThis workshop is offered for.2 CEUs in the Professional Studies area at the “little to no” content knowledge level. Participants will receive a certificate of attendance. The target audience for this activity is: Interpreters who are interested in taking assignments that will take them outside. \nIf you attended the Outdoor Interpreting Workshop earlier this year during the same CEU cycle and received CEUs\, you won’t be eligible to earn them again. However\, you are welcome to join as a refresher to revisit the material and deepen your understanding. \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n\nPresenter’s Bio: \n \nSam (Marlo) Bragg \nSam is the seventh generation of a large\, vibrant Deaf family in Maine’s Great Woods. After obtaining a Master’s degree in Outdoor Leadership from Saybrook University and National\nOutdoor Leadership School (NOLS)\, Sam joined CorpsTHAT’s team with the intention of building a bridge to connect the Deaf community and the outdoors through education\, recreation\, and careers. Sam is passionate about creating equitable and inclusive spaces in the outdoors for Deaf and hard-of-hearing folks\, especially being in the field on and off for the past 12 years through different capacities. During Sam’s free time\, Sam enjoys climbing\, trail running\, skiing\, and backpacking. \n  \n  \n  \n  \nPlease use the google form below to register and pay for this workshop or to open in another window\, click here. If you work with Vancro Integrated Interpreting Services (VIIS) please contact VIIS to register. \n  \nLoading…
URL:https://old.corpsthat.org/event/outdoor-interpreting-workshop-introduction-0-2-ceu-25-registration-fee/
CATEGORIES:Courses,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T210000
DTSTAMP:20241121T153450Z
CREATED:20241028T171245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T153450Z
UID:13328-1732215600-1732222800@old.corpsthat.org
SUMMARY:Conservation Interpreting Workshop: Introduction – 0.2 CEU\, $20 registration fee
DESCRIPTION:ID: Black and white image of CorpsTHAT’s conservation crew circled up on trail\, in their hart hats ad work clothes\, holding tools and watching the interpreter as their project explain the project details. In the background the trail continues on into the forest with deciduous trees and brush. Text reads: Conservation Interpreting Workshop. Virtual Workshop | .2 CEU Available. November 21st 7-9pm EST Workshops taught in ASL by a Deaf instructor without interpretation. \n\nSam (Marlo) Bragg from CorpsTHAT will be providing an introductory online workshop about interpreting in the conservation field. \nThe Educational Objectives for this workshop are: \n\nWhat to expect and consider when interpreting in the field\nHow to prepare\nDifferent types of assignments and consumers an interpreter might work within the conservation field\nHistory of Deaf conservation corps\nExamples of work projects along with techniques\nTool names and signs\nThe various partners that are involved in the field\n\nThis is the workshop for you if you are interested in enhancing your knowledge and skillset within the conservation field. After completing this 2-hour workshop\, you will receive 0.2 CEU from Vancro Integrated Interpreting Services. \n  \nVancro Integrated Interpreting Services (VIIS) is an approved RID CMP sponsor for Continuing Education Activities. \nThis workshop is offered for.2 CEUs in the Professional Studies area at the “little to no” content knowledge level. Participants will receive a certificate of attendance. The target audience for this activity is: Interpreters who are interested in taking assignments that will take them outside of the four walls of their classrooms\, office\, etc. \n  \n\n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n\nPresenter’s Bio: \n \nSam (Marlo) Bragg \nSam is the seventh generation of a large\, vibrant Deaf family in Maine’s Great Woods. After obtaining a Master’s degree in Outdoor Leadership from Saybrook University and National\nOutdoor Leadership School (NOLS)\, Sam joined CorpsTHAT’s team with the intention of building a bridge to connect the Deaf community and the outdoors through education\, recreation\, and careers. Sam is passionate about creating equitable and inclusive spaces in the outdoors for Deaf and hard-of-hearing folks\, especially being in the field on and off for the past 12 years through different capacities. During Sam’s free time\, Sam enjoys climbing\, trail running\, skiing\, and backpacking. \n  \n  \n  \n  \nPlease use the google form below to register and pay for this workshop or to open in another window\, click here. If you work with Vancro Integrated Interpreting Services (VIIS) please contact VIIS to register. \n  \n  \n  \nLoading…
URL:https://old.corpsthat.org/event/conservation-interpreting-workshop-introduction-0-2-ceu-20-registration-fee-2/
CATEGORIES:Courses,Workshops
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241022
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241023
DTSTAMP:20240930T200832Z
CREATED:20240930T185634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T200832Z
UID:13195-1729555200-1729641599@old.corpsthat.org
SUMMARY:ASL 1: 5 Week Fall 2024 Course
DESCRIPTION:Image Description: Black and white photo of a CorpsTHAT Crew project contact with watching a CorpsTHAT Crew member sign the word ‘plant’ with another CTHAT crew member working in the background. Text reads: American Sign Language for the Outdoors: Our New 5 week Course. ASL Level 1: Oct 22nd 16  | Tue/Thur | 5-6pm EST. $250 per student – scholarships available. \nThis course meets virtually Tuesday and T 5:00 pm EST for 5-weeks starting on October 22 and ending on November 21st. With a make up course day schedule for the following week\, if needed. \nAmerican Sign Language I is for students who have little to no previous knowledge of ASL. Students will learn basic conversational skills and vocabulary. In this class\, you’ll learn how to communicate with Deaf people while working\, recreating\, or volunteering in the outdoor field. Our ASL I courses are taught by a native Deaf ASL signer who has extensive experience working in the outdoor fields\, and will be able to adjust teaching styles and topics to fit the needs of the students. This course is a shortened version of our typical 10 week ASL courses to provide an option to fit a variety of student’s schedules. \n  \n5 Week ASL Courses are $250 per student and $200 for any returning CorpsTHAT student. Use the google form below to register. Once you submit your registration form you will be emailed an invoice and can use the link there to make your payment. \n  \n  \nLoading…
URL:https://old.corpsthat.org/event/asl-1-5-week-fall-2024-course/
CATEGORIES:Courses
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240917
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240918
DTSTAMP:20240822T144233Z
CREATED:20240812T145108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240822T144233Z
UID:13051-1726531200-1726617599@old.corpsthat.org
SUMMARY:ASL 2- Fall 2024 Public Course
DESCRIPTION:Image Description: Black and white photo of a CorpsTHAT Crew project contact\, signing as CorpsTHAT Crew members with a hard hats look on. Text reads: American Sign Language for the Outdoors: Virtual 10 week course. ASL Level 2: Sept 17 – Nov 21 | Tue/Thur | 7-8pm EST. $500 per student – scholarships available. \n  \nThis course meets virtually Tuesday and Thursday 7:00 pm EST for 10-weeks starting on September 17th and ending on November 21st. With a make up course day scheduled for the following week\, if needed. \nAmerican Sign Language II students will refine their use of basic sentence types and try out their skills through interactions\, such as giving and receiving directions. Our ASL II courses are taught by a native Deaf ASL signer who has extensive experience working in the outdoor fields and will be able to adjust teaching styles and topics to fit the students’ needs. By the end of this course\, students will be able to confidently carry on conversations on topics that are commonly discussed in the outdoors\, expand their extensive outdoor-related vocabularies\, communicate more efficiently in emergencies like wilderness medicine\, a more advanced understanding of ASL grammar and syntax\, Deaf culture and etiquette tailored to outdoor settings\, and so much more. \nCorpsTHAT’s ASL courses use Zoom to meet virtually twice a week and use google classrooms for submitting assignments outside of class time.   \nCourses are $500 per student and $400 for any returning CorpsTHAT student. Use the google form below to register. Once you submit your registration form you will be emailed an invoice and can use the link there to make your payment. \n  \n CorpsTHAT doesn’t want finances to be a barrier to learning ASL\, if you are requesting a scholarship\, please fill out this form here.  \n  \n  \n\n  \nLoading…
URL:https://old.corpsthat.org/event/asl-2-fall-2024-public-course/
CATEGORIES:Courses
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240916
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240917
DTSTAMP:20240812T155032Z
CREATED:20240812T144737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T155032Z
UID:13048-1726444800-1726531199@old.corpsthat.org
SUMMARY:ASL 1- Fall 2024 Public Course
DESCRIPTION:Image Description: Black and white photo of a CorpsTHAT Crew project contact with a hearing aid and hard hat on\, signing the letter ‘A’ as a CorpsTHAT Crew member with a hard hat and eye pro looks on. Text reads: American Sign Language for the Outdoors: Virtual 10 week course. ASL Level 1: Sept 16 – Nov 20 | Mon/Wed | 7-8pm EST. $500 per student – scholarships available. \n  \nThis course meets virtually Monday and Wednesday 7:00 pm EST for 10-weeks starting on September 16 and ending on November 21st. With a make up course day schedule for the following week\, if needed. \nAmerican Sign Language I is for students who have little to no previous knowledge of ASL. Students will learn basic conversational skills and vocabulary. In this class\, you’ll learn how to communicate with Deaf people while working\, recreating\, or volunteering in the outdoor field. Our ASL I courses are taught by a native Deaf ASL signer who has extensive experience working in the outdoor fields\, and will be able to adjust teaching styles and topics to fit the needs of the students. By the end of this course\, students will be able to confidently introduce themselves and their background\, ask and answer questions that are commonly asked in the outdoors\, extensive outdoor-related vocabularies\, communicate more efficiently in emergency situations like wilderness medicine\, basic understanding of ASL grammar and syntax\, Deaf culture and etiquette tailored to outdoor settings\, and so much more. \nCorpsTHAT’s ASL courses use Zoom to meet virtually twice a week and use google classrooms for submitting assignments outside of class time.   \n  \nCourses are $500 per student and $400 for any returning CorpsTHAT student. Use the google form below to register. Once you submit your registration form you will be emailed an invoice and can use the link there to make your payment. \n  \n CorpsTHAT doesn’t want finances to be a barrier to learning ASL\, if you are requesting a scholarship\, please fill out this form here.  \n\nLoading…
URL:https://old.corpsthat.org/event/asl-1-fall-2024-public-course/
CATEGORIES:Courses
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240916
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240917
DTSTAMP:20240812T154906Z
CREATED:20240812T145548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T154906Z
UID:13054-1726444800-1726531199@old.corpsthat.org
SUMMARY:ASL 3- Fall 2024 Public Course
DESCRIPTION:Image Description: Black and white photo of a CorpsTHAT Crew project contact squatting and signing in distance to two CorpsTHAT Crew members in work shirts with the CorpsTHAT logo on their backs. Text reads: American Sign Language for the Outdoors: Virtual 10 week course. ASL Level 3: Sept 16 – Nov 20 | Tue/Thur | 7-8pm EST. $500 per student – scholarships available. \n  \nThis course meets virtually Monday and Wednesdays 7:00 pm EST for 10-weeks starting on September 16th and ending on November 20th. With a make up course day schedule for the following M/W\, if needed. \n  \nAmerican Sign Language III is for students who have already taken our ASL I and ASL II courses\, or have a basic knowledge of ASL vocabulary and grammar and are ready expand their skills in conversation.  In this class\, you’ll expand your knowledge of vocabulary\, grammar and Deaf Culture. Our ASL III courses are taught by a native Deaf ASL signer who has extensive experience working in the outdoor fields\, and will be able to adjust teaching styles and topics to fit the needs of the students. By the end of this course\, students will be able to confidently have a conversation about outdoor topics or emergency situations like wilderness medicine\, have a deeper understanding of Deaf culture and etiquette tailored to outdoor settings\, and so much more. \n  \nCorpsTHAT’s ASL courses use Zoom to meet virtually twice a week and use google classrooms for submitting assignments outside of class time.   \nCourses are $500 per student and $400 for any returning CorpsTHAT student. Use the google form below to register. Once you submit your registration form you will be emailed an invoice and can use the link there to make your payment. \n CorpsTHAT doesn’t want finances to be a barrier to learning ASL\, if you are requesting a scholarship\, please fill out this form here.  \n\n  \nLoading…
URL:https://old.corpsthat.org/event/asl-3-fall-2024-public-course/
CATEGORIES:Courses
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240916
DTSTAMP:20240724T020720Z
CREATED:20240426T181045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240724T020720Z
UID:12879-1726012800-1726444799@old.corpsthat.org
SUMMARY:Leave No Trace- Level 2 Course
DESCRIPTION:Date: September 11th – 15th\nLocation: Heart Lake Program Center\, 1002 Adirondack Loj Road\, Lake Placid\, NY\nRegistration Fee: (sliding scale) $540-$850 \nClick here to register and learn more \nAdirondack Mountain Club is partnering with CorpsTHAT to provide a five-day\, canoe-based Leave No Trace Level 2 Instructor course co-taught in American Sign Language and spoken English with interpreters provided. This course is designed for individuals who are actively teaching others backcountry skills or providing recreation information to the public. \nThe overall goal of the course is to train educators and others in ways to practice and teach Leave No Trace skills and ethics. Through classroom discussions\, lectures\, and a four-day canoe camping experience\, this course will cover the seven Leave No Trace principles and discuss wildland ethics\, as well as give the participants the tools and techniques for disseminating these low-impact skills to other users of public lands. Participants could include a mixture of federal agency partners\, educators\, outdoor retailers\, youth group and outing club leaders\, and other outdoor enthusiasts. Upon completion of the course\, you will be qualified to teach Leave No Trace Level 1 Instructor courses. The Leave No Trace Level 2 Instructor certification is recognized and valued throughout the outdoor industry. \nRegistration Includes: \n\nInstruction\nInterpreters\nCurriculum and teaching materials\nOne-year Leave No Trace Individual Membership\nLodging and group equipment and meals beginning with Day #1 dinner through Day #5 lunch. \n\nPartial scholarships are available through CorpsTHAT or Leave No Trace (call 1-800-332-4100 or find the scholarship application online at www.LNT.org.) Health insurance is required to participate in the program. \n\nInstructors Bio:  \nSam (Marlo) Bragg\nCorpsTHAT\nField and Logistics Director \nSam is the seventh generation of a large\, vibrant Deaf family in Maine’s Great Woods. After obtaining a Master’s degree in Outdoor Leadership from Saybrook University and National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS)\, Sam joined CorpsTHAT’s team intending to build a bridge to connect the Deaf community and the outdoors through education\, recreation\, and careers. Sam is passionate about creating equitable and inclusive spaces in the outdoors for Deaf and hard-of-hearing folks\, especially being in the field on and off for the past 12 years through different capacities. Four years ago\, Sam assisted with the founding of the first-ever Deaf-centric conservation crew with CorpsTHAT. Currently\, Sam manages field operations for the conservation and outdoor recreation programs under CorpsTHAT. \nSam is Wilderness First Responder certified\, a Leave No Trace level 2 Instructor\, A Level Sawyer Certified\, holds a certification in Mental Health Wilderness First Aid\, and is a Wilderness First Aid instructor. During Sam’s free time\, Sam enjoys climbing\, trail running\, skiing\, and backpacking. \n  \nMary Glynn\nAdirondack Mountain Club\nEducation Programs Manager\n\nA North Country native\, Mary brings a wealth of knowledge to ADK\, courtesy of her many years guiding and training staff at a wilderness therapy program\, as well as her own personal outdoor pursuits. \nShe is a NYS licensed guide\, Wilderness First Responder\, Leave No Trace Level 3 Instructor\, and holds certifications in Mental Health Wilderness First Aid and the American Canoe Association. Mary has climbed all of the 46 high peaks\, and hiked over 600 miles on the Northville-Placid Trail\, including a completion of the trail in winter. \n\n  \nThis course was made possible through a collaboration between Adirondack Mountain Club\, Leave No Trace Organization and CorpsTHAT. \n  \n \n         \n 
URL:https://old.corpsthat.org/event/leave-no-trace-level-2-course/
LOCATION:Adirondak Loj & Heart Lake Program Center\, 1002 Adirondack Loj Rd\, Lake Placid\, NY\, 12946\, United States
CATEGORIES:Courses
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UID:12857-1717804800-1717977599@old.corpsthat.org
SUMMARY:Wilderness First Aid- Certification
DESCRIPTION:Date: June 8th and 9th\nTime: 8am – 5pm\nLocation: CorpsTHAT Office at Parks and People Foundation\nRegistration Fee: $200 per person (scholarships avalible) \n  \nCorpsTHAT is hosting a Wilderness First Aid training taught in American Sign Language by Sam (Marlo) Bragg\, our Field and Logistics Director. Marlo is a Deaf instructor for Base Medical and certified as a Wilderness First Responder. \nPrepare for the unexpected in the wilderness with this engaging\, hands-on introduction to wilderness medicine\, taught over three days. If you like to take short trips relatively close to medical resources\, work at wilderness camps\, enjoy weekend family outdoor activities\, or recreate outdoors\, this course is for you. This course is great for people of all experience levels\, and is best suited for those who recreate outdoors where a medical response team can be expected in a timely manner which is considered less than eight hours. You’ll learn the Patient Assessment System\, how to provide effective first aid treatments for illnesses and injuries that can occur in the outdoors\, and how to make appropriate evacuation decisions. \nTraining will be at our office in the Parks and People Foundation campus\, instruction will take place both indoors and outdoors\, so come prepared for wet\, muddy\, cold\, or hot environments. \n  \nThis training is intended for members of the Deaf Community\, including Deaf\, Hard of Hearing\, DeafBlind DeafDisabled and hearing individuals who are fluent in ASL. Training will be taught in American Sign Language voice interpreters will not be provided\, if you need pro-tactile interpreters or other accommodations\, please contact us.  \n  \nThis course was made possible through a collaboration between Base Medical and CorpsTHAT. \n        \n\n  \nTo register\, use the google form below or click here to open in a new window. \n  \nLoading…
URL:https://old.corpsthat.org/event/wilderness-first-aid-certification/
LOCATION:2100 Liberty Heights Ave\, Baltimore\, MD 21217\, 2100 Liberty Heights Ave\,\, Baltimore\, MD\, 21217
CATEGORIES:Courses,Workshops
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UID:12903-1717167600-1717174800@old.corpsthat.org
SUMMARY:Project Partner Training: Working with the Deaf Community
DESCRIPTION:Are you a project contact for an ASL inclusion or crew with Deaf Corps Members this summer? Or are you a land manager who works with Deaf people in the outdoors? Do you work in the outdoor field and are looking for resources on how to work and communicate with your Deaf and Hard of Hearing members\, participants or co-workers? This training will provide you with all the needed tools\, understanding and resources so that you can be more inclusive\, respectful and successful. Register for our project partner training today! \nIn this 2 hour training you will learn: \n\nIntroduction to Deaf community/culture\nResources to learn ASL\nHiring qualified interpreters\nWorking with interpreters & boundaries\nWorking with Deaf and hearing leaders\nHow to work and communicate safely in the outdoors\nMinimize risks and emergency situations\nAnd so much more!\n\nInterested in providing a training for your workplace\, community or group or are you a Deaf Outdoor Professional who would like us to present to your co-workers? Contact us to discuss trainings with individual organizations. \n  \nPlease use the google form below to register\, to open the form in a new window\, click here: \n  \nLoading…
URL:https://old.corpsthat.org/event/project-partner-training-working-with-the-deaf-community/
CATEGORIES:Courses,Workshops
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UID:12696-1713380400-1713387600@old.corpsthat.org
SUMMARY:Conservation Interpreting Workshop: Introduction - 0.2 CEU\, $20 registration fee
DESCRIPTION:ID: Black and white image of 3 individuals looking at a National Park Staff explaining things as an interpreter stands next to them signing. In the background there are trees and old stone buildings with stone work materials sitting on the ground. Text reads: Conservation Interpreting Workshop. April 17th 7-9pm EST Virtual Registration $20. Workshops taught in ASL by a Deaf instructor without interpretation.  \n\n  \nSam (Marlo) Bragg from CorpsTHAT will be providing an introductory online workshop about interpreting in the conservation field. \nThe Educational Objectives for this workshop are: \n\nWhat to expect and consider when interpreting in the field\nHow to prepare\nDifferent types of assignments and consumers an interpreter might work within the conservation field\nHistory of Deaf conservation corps\nExamples of work projects along with techniques\nTool names and signs\nThe various partners that are involved in the field\n\nThis is the workshop for you if you are interested in enhancing your knowledge and skillset within the conservation field. After completing this 2-hour workshop\, you will receive 0.2 CEU from Vancro Integrated Interpreting Services. \n  \nVancro Integrated Interpreting Services (VIIS) is an approved RID CMP sponsor for Continuing Education Activities. \nThis workshop is offered for.2 CEUs in the Professional Studies area at the “little to no” content knowledge level. Participants will receive a certificate of attendance. The target audience for this activity is: Interpreters who are interested in taking assignments that will take them outside of the four walls of their classrooms\, office\, etc. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n\nPresenter’s Bio: \n \nSam (Marlo) Bragg \nSam is the seventh generation of a large\, vibrant Deaf family in Maine’s Great Woods. After obtaining a Master’s degree in Outdoor Leadership from Saybrook University and National\nOutdoor Leadership School (NOLS)\, Sam joined CorpsTHAT’s team with the intention of building a bridge to connect the Deaf community and the outdoors through education\, recreation\, and careers. Sam is passionate about creating equitable and inclusive spaces in the outdoors for Deaf and hard-of-hearing folks\, especially being in the field on and off for the past 12 years through different capacities. During Sam’s free time\, Sam enjoys climbing\, trail running\, skiing\, and backpacking. \n  \n  \n  \n  \nContact us at info@corpsthat.org for a different registration form if you are with Vancro Integrated Interpreting Services (VIIS) or Trail Blazing Interpreters (TBI).\nLoading…
URL:https://old.corpsthat.org/event/conservation-interpreting-workshop-introduction-0-2-ceu-20-registration-fee/
CATEGORIES:Courses,Workshops
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UID:12732-1712016000-1712102399@old.corpsthat.org
SUMMARY:ASL 2- Spring 2024 Public Course
DESCRIPTION:Image Description: Black and white photo of a CorpsTHAT Crew project contact\, signing as CorpsTHAT Crew members with a hard hats look on. Text reads: American Sign Language for the Outdoors: Virtual 10 week course.  ASL Level 2: April 2 – June 6 | Tue/Thur | 7-8pm EST.  $500 per student – scholarships available. \nThis course meets virtually Tuesday and Thursday 7:00 pm EST for 10-weeks starting on April 2nd and ending on June 6th. With a make up course day schedule for the following week\, if needed. \nAmerican Sign Language II students will refine their use of basic sentence types and try out their skills through interactions\, such as giving and receiving directions. Our ASL II courses are taught by a native Deaf ASL signer who has extensive experience working in the outdoor fields and will be able to adjust teaching styles and topics to fit the students’ needs. By the end of this course\, students will be able to confidently carry on conversations on topics that are commonly discussed in the outdoors\, expand their extensive outdoor-related vocabularies\, communicate more efficiently in emergencies like wilderness medicine\, a more advanced understanding of ASL grammar and syntax\, Deaf culture and etiquette tailored to outdoor settings\, and so much more. \nCorpsTHAT’s ASL courses use Zoom to meet virtually twice a week and use google classrooms for submitting assignments outside of class time.   \nCourses are $500 per student and $400 for any returning CorpsTHAT student. Use the google form below to register. Once you submit your registration form you will be emailed an invoice and can use the link there to make your payment. \n  \n CorpsTHAT doesn’t want finances to be a barrier to learning ASL\, if you are requesting a scholarship\, please fill out this form here.  \n  \n  \nLoading…
URL:https://old.corpsthat.org/event/asl-2-spring-2024-public-course/
CATEGORIES:Courses
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UID:12738-1711929600-1712015999@old.corpsthat.org
SUMMARY:ASL 1- Spring 2024 Public Course
DESCRIPTION:Image Description: Black and white photo of a CorpsTHAT Crew project contact with a hearing aid and hard hat on\, signing the letter ‘A’ as a CorpsTHAT Crew member with a hard hat and eye pro looks on. Text reads: American Sign Language for the Outdoors: Virtual 10 week course.  ASL Level 1: April 1 – June 5 | Mon/Wed | 7-8pm EST.  $500 per student – scholarships available. \n  \nThis course meets virtually Monday and Wednesday 7:00 pm EST for 10-weeks starting on April 1st and ending on June 5th. With a make up course day schedule for the following week\, if needed. \nAmerican Sign Language I is for students who have little to no previous knowledge of ASL. Students will learn basic conversational skills and vocabulary. In this class\, you’ll learn how to communicate with Deaf people while working\, recreating\, or volunteering in the outdoor field. Our ASL I courses are taught by a native Deaf ASL signer who has extensive experience working in the outdoor fields\, and will be able to adjust teaching styles and topics to fit the needs of the students. By the end of this course\, students will be able to confidently introduce themselves and their background\, ask and answer questions that are commonly asked in the outdoors\, extensive outdoor-related vocabularies\, communicate more efficiently in emergency situations like wilderness medicine\, basic understanding of ASL grammar and syntax\, Deaf culture and etiquette tailored to outdoor settings\, and so much more. \nCorpsTHAT’s ASL courses use Zoom to meet virtually twice a week and use google classrooms for submitting assignments outside of class time.   \n  \nCourses are $500 per student and $400 for any returning CorpsTHAT student. Use the google form below to register. Once you submit your registration form you will be emailed an invoice and can use the link there to make your payment. \n  \n CorpsTHAT doesn’t want finances to be a barrier to learning ASL\, if you are requesting a scholarship\, please fill out this form here.  \n  \n  \nLoading…
URL:https://old.corpsthat.org/event/asl-1-spring-2024-public-course/
CATEGORIES:Courses
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UID:12356-1704758400-1704844799@old.corpsthat.org
SUMMARY:ASL 2- T/T 7pm EST
DESCRIPTION:This course meets virtually Tuesday and Thursday 7:00 pm EST for 10-weeks starting on January 9th and ending on March 7th. With a make up course day schedule for the following week\, if needed. \nAmerican Sign Language II students will refine their use of basic sentence types and try out their skills through interactions\, such as giving and receiving directions. Our ASL II courses are taught by a native Deaf ASL signer who has extensive experience working in the outdoor fields and will be able to adjust teaching styles and topics to fit the students’ needs. By the end of this course\, students will be able to confidently carry on conversations on topics that are commonly discussed in the outdoors\, expand their extensive outdoor-related vocabularies\, communicate more efficiently in emergencies like wilderness medicine\, a more advanced understanding of ASL grammar and syntax\, Deaf culture and etiquette tailored to outdoor settings\, and so much more. \nCorpsTHAT’s ASL courses use Zoom to meet virtually twice a week and use google classrooms for submitting assignments outside of class time.  
URL:https://old.corpsthat.org/event/asl-2-t-t-7pm-est/
CATEGORIES:Courses
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SUMMARY:ASL 1- T/T 5pm EST
DESCRIPTION:This course meets virtually Tuesday and Thursday 5:00 pm EST for 10-weeks starting on January 9th and ending on March 7th. With a make up course day schedule for the following week\, if needed. \nAmerican Sign Language I is for students who have little to no previous knowledge of ASL. Students will learn basic conversational skills and vocabulary. In this class\, you’ll learn how to communicate with Deaf people while working\, recreating\, or volunteering in the outdoor field. Our ASL I courses are taught by a native Deaf ASL signer who has extensive experience working in the outdoor fields\, and will be able to adjust teaching styles and topics to fit the needs of the students. By the end of this course\, students will be able to confidently introduce themselves and their background\, ask and answer questions that are commonly asked in the outdoors\, extensive outdoor-related vocabularies\, communicate more efficiently in emergency situations like wilderness medicine\, basic understanding of ASL grammar and syntax\, Deaf culture and etiquette tailored to outdoor settings\, and so much more. \nCorpsTHAT’s ASL courses use Zoom to meet virtually twice a week and use google classrooms for submitting assignments outside of class time.  
URL:https://old.corpsthat.org/event/asl-1-t-t-5pm-est/
CATEGORIES:Courses
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