What to read after AMC Guide to Outdoor Leadership: Trip Planning * Promoting Dei * Group Dynamics * Decision Making * Leading Youth * Risk Management?

The original vision for an outdoor adventure will often evolve over time, and participants should be engaged in this process as much as possible. … A leader is defined by followers' perceptions. It won't matter how you think you are leading others; their perception of your leadership abilities is what truly matters. Comprehensive, timely, and packed with practical advice and stories of real-life experiences, AMC Guide to Outdoor Leadership is a must-read for anyone committed to becoming a safe and effective outdoor leader, whether already experienced or just learning the ropes. This completely revised and updated handbook details the critical skills and concepts every professional or volunteer outdoor leader needs to know. Editor Sally Manikian worked in tandem with AMC's outdoor leaders and educators to make this book an authoritative exploration of such topics as effective decision-making, group dynamics, risk management, self-awareness and evaluation, conservation, and more. The outdoors belongs to all of us, and with that in mind, this new edition of AMC Guide to Outdoor Leadership brings a strong focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion when leading groups of all ages and skill levels.