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Leave No Trace Master Educator Course 16 Mar 2010 The Bark Lake Leadership Centre is pleased to announce that we will be hosting a Master Educators Leave No Trace course.   Ideal for: Outdoors Professionals Scouts and Guide Leaders Anyone who spends time outside   Learn how to protect and enjoy the outdoors at the same time! Learn both Land and Water elements… this like getting to courses for the price of one Earn internationally recognized Leave No Trace Master Educators certificate   When:  May 5th to May 9th                                           Where: Bark Lake Leadership Centre 1551 Bark Lake Drive Irondale, ON Cost: To Be Announced Soon Who to Contact:  Adam Zita training@barklake.com 888 517 9999

Safe Hiker and Safe Hiker Instructor Course 15 Mar 2010 The Safe Hiker Certification is a full course for day hiking, that will introduce the new hiker to the skills and benefits of hiking,  walking and provide a knowledge of the trails of Ontario. Special focus is placed on safety, sustainability and enjoyment. Course Dates: Saturday April 24th to Sunday April 25th Max.: 16, Min.: 8 Location: Bark Lake Leadership Centre, Irondale Cost: $335.61 Includes: Safe Hiker + Safe Hiker Instructor + Accommodations & All Meals $158.20 Includes: Safe Hiker + Safe Hiker Instructor + Saturday and Sunday Lunches $141.25 Includes: Safe Hiker + Saturday Lunch Note: Prices include GST For more information contact: Adam Zita training@barklake.com 1.888.517.9999

ORCKA Flatwater Training Course 16 Feb 2010 ORCKA Flatwater Training Course This course will introduce beginner canoers to the skills essential in understanding the fundamentals of canoeing and the proper equipment needed in order to be safe on the water. This is a provinicially and nationally recognized training course. Course Dates: Saturday, May 15th to Sunday, May 16th Cost: $185.00 (plus tax) Location: Bark Lake Leadership Centre 1551 Bark Lake Drive Irondale, ON Map to the Bark Lake Leadership Centre Deadline to enroll: Friday, April 16th, 2010 For more information, please contact: Adam Zita Training Coordinator training@barklake.com 888.517.9999 x233

Job Posting: Challenge Course Supervisor 11 Feb 2010 Job Posting: Challenge Course Supervisor   General Description: The Challenge Course Supervisor is responsible for the day to day operation of the Challenge course programs, safety protocol and risk management procedures. These duties take into account staff training, equipment inspection, program development and ongoing course maintenance. The Challenge Course Supervisor must remain in constant verbal communication and with written logs regarding scheduling, training and updated risk management procedures with the Program Director and The Challenge Course Manager.   Qualifications: ACCT Challenge Course Practitioner Level 2 Experience working with a diversity of clients (youth, adults, ESL, corporate) Attended or graduated from College Diploma or University Degree, or equivalent in a related field Current Standard First Aid and CPR (C) Experience working with a diversity of clients (Youth, Adults, Corporate and ESL) Second Language is an asset Current and acceptable Police Criminal Record Check for Vulnerable Person Reference Check Responsibilities: Ensure proper maintenance, logging, daily set-up and tear-down, and inspections (pre/post daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly) of the Challenge Course and all equipment required. Report all repair needs or retired gear Facilitation of Challenge Course aspects during staff trainings focused on technique (Low Ropes and High Ropes), and facilitates new Challenge Course staff prior to their belaying at our Challenge Course Ongoing training and development to benefit self and Bark Lake Ensure that a high quality program is offered, and maintains the industry standards in all aspects. Participates and assists with Bark Lake staff trainings in Challenge Course Facilitation and Rescue procedures Maintains ACCT level 2  status and directs emergency procedures when necessary Constant communication with the Challenge Course Manager in written and verbal forms while in the Supervisory role Other duties assigned by the Program Director Submit Ropes Log, Resume and References to:   Bonnie Anderson, Program Director Bark Lake Leadership Centre bonnie@barklake.com                      Fax (705) 447-2475 www.barklake.com     No telephone calls. Only those being considered for a position will be contacted.

Outdoor Program Facilitators 11 Feb 2010 Job Posting:  Outdoor Program Facilitators – Spring to Summer and beyond Location:                Bark Lake Leadership Centre, Irondale (near Haliburton) Term of Contract:  Contract User based with opportunities for year round employment Salary:                    Commensurate with experience and qualifications [approx. $75 to $126 per day] When:                     April 15th to September 6th with possibility of extension Contact:                  Bonnie Anderson, Program Director, bonnie@barklake.com Staff Training:        May 3-5, 2010 Deadline:               Until filled   Want to empower youth to work together in an outdoor environment? Want to help transform them with creative thinking and teamwork?   Bark Lake Leadership Centre offers a unique outdoor leadership program to challenge youth from all over the world while working with other qualified and enthusiastic staff. Minimal qualifications required include current First Aid with CPR and a cleared Vulnerable Persons Reference Check. Additional desirable qualifications include Bronze Cross or NLS; ORCA Flat-water, Lake Water or Equivalent; WAFA, WFR or WEMT; Challenge Course practitioner or equivalent ropes course instructor status and experience with group initiatives and nature interpretation.     Living on site, you will have the opportunity to facilitate and implement a range of outdoor teambuilding, leadership and community development programs for youth and adult aged groups. You bring to this position a related degree or post secondary training in outdoor education and related outdoor experiences. A commitment to innovative programming, a love of the outdoors and the ability to work within a team completes your profile.   Bark Lake Leadership Centre’s vision is to offer students a challenging outdoor learning environment with support teambuilding, character and environmental understanding. Bark Lake’s superb program is the result of bringing together gifted and caring facilitators with outstanding and motivated students. If you are a dynamic and innovative individual – and want to contribute to this vision – we invite you to join the Bark Lake Leadership Centre team for this contract position. Submit your resume, cover letter, list of qualifications and the names of three references to Bonnie Anderson by March 25th.   For more information, go to our website: www.barklake.com

Now Hiring for SOLE 2010 11 Feb 2010 Every year Bark Lake’s Summer Outdoor Leadership Experience is pleased to hire some of the best and brightest of the Camping world.  We are already starting to look for talented people to join our team for 2010.   Think you, or someone you know, has what it takes?  Email Joe at sole@barklake.com and ask for a Staff Application Package.  In it you will find all the information you will need in order to apply for a position with SOLE ’10.   We are currently seeking applications for Counsellors   Do you have what it takes? 18 years of age by June 28th, 2010 Current and valid First Aid and CPR (must have by June 28th, 2010) Current and valid Police Check, with Vulnerable Persons Reference Check (must have by June 28th, 2010) Experience working with youth aged 11 to 17 Willingness to help our campers grow self-confidence, self-reliance, and self-esteem Desire to make a positive difference in a young person’s life We are looking for potential staff with the following certification or be willing to obtain prior to employment:   NLS –Waterfront preferred ORCKA – Flatwater Instructor or OCA Flatwater Instructor ACCT Level 2 Challenge Course Instructor Hike Ontario Instructor ORCKA – Kayak Instructor or OCA Kayak Instructor Green Check Instructor for GPS

Dug the Meteorologist to appear on CBC News Network 03 Feb 2010 We just found out that Dug the Meteorologist is going to be appearing on the CBC News Network today. No details as of yet about exactly when he'll be on so keep your eyes open. Cheers, Joe

This just in… Spring to Arrive Early At Bark Lake! 02 Feb 2010 This just in…  Spring to Arrive Early At Bark Lake! With Files from Canadian Press Irondale, Ont. – While some of Canada’s more famous weather prognosticating rodents ran for the hills (or dove underground as the case maybe)earlier this morning, Bark Lake’s very own Dug the Meteorologist however is predicting an early spring, for the greater Bark Lake area at least. Canada's most famous weather prognosticating rodent has disappointing news for those who've had enough of winter. When asked why he felt spring was going to arrive early to Bark Lake Dug responded, “Summer camp registration is already well underway!  You can’t have summer without spring, so spring must be around the corner.” Folklore has it that if a groundhog sees his shadow on Groundhog Day he'll flee to his burrow, heralding six more weeks of winter - if he doesn't, it means an early spring. The origins of the tradition aren't clear, but it's likely related to the fact that Groundhog Day falls midway between the start of winter and the beginning of spring. Earlier today Wiarton Willie, Nova Scotia's Shubenacadie Sam, Punxsutawney Phil in Pennsylvania all saw their shadows, heralding six more weeks of winter… for the rest of the world at least.