Course Types: WFR Recertification

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Contact: Danny Collins; danny@37northexpeditions.com; 417.827.4582

Location: Coler Mountain Bike Preserve, Bentonville AR

Course Overview: Expectations, Schedule, Gear List, etc.

**This WFA course will be tailored toward mountain bikers, but is applicable to all recreationists.

Tuition: $295

Meals:

Not included. The Airship cafe is nearby with snacks and coffee. We recommend bringing your lunches and drinking water both days.

Lodging:

Not available. Coler Mtb Preserve is proximal to the city of Bentonville, AR, with ample lodging options.

Southwest Virginia 4-H Educational Center: 25236 Hillman Highway, Abingdon VA 24210

Conveniently located only 3 miles from two I-81 Highway exits, as well as 3 miles from downtown Abingdon and nearby grocery stores, pharmacies, restaurants offering curbside pick-up and takeaway, and all other necessary conveniences. 

Students can spend time outside of class exploring the ample outdoor recreation opportunities that surround the area, including hiking, camping, mountain biking, and kayaking. The Virginia Creeper Trail, a 35-mile rail-to-trail starts in Abingdon. “Trail Town, USA” (Damascus, VA) is only 20 minutes away, where The Virginia Creeper Trail intersects with the Appalachian Trail. Mount Rogers National Recreation Area, Grayson Highlands State Park, and Hungry Mother State Park are just a few places close by to explore. 

Registration contact: (276) 676-6180; info@swva4hcenter.org

Logistics/pre-event contact: Jeanette Reynolds, (314) 536-0111; jeanetter@vt.edu

Onsite/day-of contact: Chris Mann, (276) 698-6342; grounds@swva4hcenter.org

Registration information webpage: http://www.swva4hcenter.org/nols-training-overview

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Tuition: $250 

• Online registration will be available through our website, we will also have forms available for download for anyone who would like to mail in materials and payment.  
• Lodging will be available as an add on for a discounted rate: 
  • http://www.swva4hcenter.org/lodging-options
  • Ample nearby, off-site accommodation options exist.
  • Airport shuttle from TRI available for $30 round trip.
  • Lodging is available as an add on for a discounted rate for registered students.
    • $50/night per person: Private room with private bathroom, includes linens & towels. Standard room has 3 twin beds; limited number of double + twin rooms available. Guests will be assigned 1 person to a room, unless two (or more) students are attending from the same household.
    • Guests enjoy comfortable but basic private rooms at the Dickinson Conference Center. Rooms are equipped with adjustable air-conditioning and heat, as well as private bathrooms. Did we mention clean??? It has everything you need for a relaxing retreat! A guest wifi network is available. There are no televisions or radios/clocks in the rooms.
    • For those seeking group housing, hostel-style bunk rooms or cabins are available. Please call for availability and pricing.
• Meals not included but snacks will be provided. A kitchen with refrigerator, sink and microwave will be accessible by all students in Ratliff Hall. 

Required 4-H Center forms: http://www.swva4hcenter.org/forms

Classroom: http://www.swva4hcenter.org/campus-map

1. Russell Pavilion is a 150+ person capacity covered outdoor space with lights and access to electricity. 
2. Running water and restrooms are accessed in an adjacent building, Ratliff Hall (250 capacity), which is the indoor location for classes where there is wifi access, and where a projector and TV/DVD can be set up.
3. There is parking adjacent to both spaces, and both classroom spaces are approximately 100 yards from the accommodation options at Dickenson Conference Center. 
4. There is easy access to ample shaded and sunny outdoor spaces for scenarios. 

Center Policies:

• The 4-H Center is transitioning toward being a tobacco-free campus by the end of 2021. Smoking is currently prohibited inside all buildings, in all public areas, and is also prohibited within 25 feet of all buildings. Vaping is also prohibited inside all buildings, in all public areas, and is also prohibited within 25 feet of all buildings. A $250 cleaning fee will be assessed for smoking or vaping inside of any building, and guests will be fined $25 for improperly disposed cigarette butts.
• Firearms are allowed only in conjunction with an approved program.
• Guests agree to follow the latest guidelines published by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the State of Virginia, and the local Department of Health. Including but not limited to: Mask wearing, hand washing, physical distancing, cleaning frequency and disinfecting, and symptom monitoring.
• Southwest Virginia 4-H Educational Center and Virginia Cooperative Extension programs and employment are open to all, regardless of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Issued in furtherance of Cooperative Extension work, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Virginia State University, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture cooperating. Edwin J. Jones, Director, Virginia Cooperative Extension, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg; M. Ray McKinnie, Administrator, 1890 Extension Program, Virginia State University, Petersburg.

Cancellation: If you cancel or leave your training early for any reason we will retain the non-refundable deposit or the following percentage of tuition, whichever is greater:

• To receive a full refund, students may cancel their enrollment at least 21 days in advance of the program start date.
• Between 21 and 6 days prior to the course start date, the Southwest Virginia 4-H Educational Center will retain 50% (fifty percent) of the course tuition.
• Less than 5 days prior to the course start date or after the course has begun, there will be no refunds.

We’ll notify students on a case by case basis if anything changes with a program for which they’ve registered. If Southwest Virginia 4-H Educational Center must cancel this training for unforseen circumstances, all registrants will receive a full refund.

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Course Overview: Expectations, Gear List, Schedule, etc.

Tuition: $350

Meals: Not included.

Town is 10 minutes from our base, with ample restaurants and grocery store options. Available for student use are two standard refrigerators, two microwaves, coffee pots and hot water urns, as well as three double-burner induction stoves with required magnetic pots/pans. Cups, plates, bowls, and silverware are also available for student use. Students will each have a cubby to use for dry food storage and use the three-sink system for washing/sanitizing at the end of meals.

Lodging: $45 Camping; $75 Bunkhouse

Camping (bring your own gear) or bunk space (bring your sleeping bag and pillow) is available by reservation. These lodging options are located by foot, up the hill behind the Cane Creek Lodge. Campers are invited to use the showers in the Student Lounge area. 

Bunkhouses are 2 max to a room, and we assign by gender. Each room has its own bathroom with shower, toilet and sink. Each pair of rooms shares a common connecting space and covered front porch for downtime and community. 

Students may also opt to camp in their vehicles in the parking area. The camping fee applies, and they may use the campers’ showers in the Lodge. No electric or water hookup is available. 

Arrival is from 12PM-5PM the day before the course starts for orientation and health screening. Housing assignments and the grounds orientation will be on the desk at the front of the classroom. If you cannot arrive by 5PM, you may arrive at 7:45AM on the first day of your course for health screening. Class begins promptly at 8AM. 

Students must be packed and moved out prior to 8AM on the last day of the course.

Shuttle:

There are several shuttle services that are offered in the area with competitive pricing.   

• Asheville Premier Transportation: 828-407-0221, dana@ashevillepremiertransportation.com   
• Jackson County Transit: 828-586-0233, transit.jacksonnc.org   
• Van In Black: 800-903-2503, info@vaninblack.com

Another option is to coordinate a ride with another student. Contact Rachel at 828-293-5384 to authorize the release of your contact information to other students in the course who may be interested in carpooling.

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Course Overview (Expectations, Gear List, Schedule, etc)

Location: Christ School – Patrick Beaver Student Center

Tuition: $240

Meals:  No meals provided. Plan to bring your lunch and snacks both days.

Lodging:  Housing is not available. There are many local hotels within 15 minutes of  the course site. 

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Course Overview: Expectations, Gear List, Schedule, etc.

Tuition: $350

Meals: Not included.

Town is 10 minutes from our base, with ample restaurants and grocery store options. Available for student use are two standard refrigerators, two microwaves, coffee pots and hot water urns, as well as three double-burner induction stoves with required magnetic pots/pans. Cups, plates, bowls, and silverware are also available for student use. Students will each have a cubby to use for dry food storage and use the three-sink system for washing/sanitizing at the end of meals.

Lodging: $45 Camping; $75 Bunkhouse

Camping (bring your own gear) or bunk space (bring your sleeping bag and pillow) is available by reservation. These lodging options are located by foot, up the hill behind the Cane Creek Lodge. Campers are invited to use the showers in the Student Lounge area. 

Bunkhouses are 2 max to a room, and we assign by gender. Each room has its own bathroom with shower, toilet and sink. Each pair of rooms shares a common connecting space and covered front porch for downtime and community. 

Students may also opt to camp in their vehicles in the parking area. The camping fee applies, and they may use the campers’ showers in the Lodge. No electric or water hookup is available. 

Arrival is from 12PM-5PM the day before the course starts for orientation and health screening. Housing assignments and the grounds orientation will be on the desk at the front of the classroom. If you cannot arrive by 5PM, you may arrive at 7:45AM on the first day of your course for health screening. Class begins promptly at 8AM. 

Students must be packed and moved out prior to 8AM on the last day of the course.

Shuttle:

There are several shuttle services that are offered in the area with competitive pricing.   

• Asheville Premier Transportation: 828-407-0221, dana@ashevillepremiertransportation.com   
• Jackson County Transit: 828-586-0233, transit.jacksonnc.org   
• Van In Black: 800-903-2503, info@vaninblack.com

Another option is to coordinate a ride with another student. Contact Rachel at 828-293-5384 to authorize the release of your contact information to other students in the course who may be interested in carpooling.

Contact Patrick Caton: patcaton@gmail.com

Location: Annapolis EP Church

Course Overview: Expectations, Schedule, Gear List, etc.

Tuition:

• WFA Only: $TBD
• WFA+CPR: $TBD

ASHI Adult/Child CPR is available for an additional cost on June 10, 6PM-9:30PM.

Meals:

Meals are on your own.

Lodging:

Lodging is not provided.

Directions to the Facility: 

The class will be in held in the “Cove” area of the Annapolis EP Church, located at 710 Ridgely Ave, Annapolis MD 21401. The closest entrance is from Ridgely Ave, parking between the playground and the glass entry doors on the west face of the building.

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Contact Susan Herndon-Powell: susan.herndon-powell@roanokeva.gov, 540-853-2236

Location: Garden City Recreation Center

Course Overview: Expectations, Schedule, Gear List, etc.

Tuition: $325

Meals:

Meals are on your own. There are no meals offered on site, but there are plenty of restaurants (both fast-food and otherwise) within a 10 minute drive, in addition to several grocery stores. 

Lodging:

There is no lodging/camping available on site, however, there are several options nearby.  

• Hotels (all 10-15 minute drive):
  • Holiday Inn Roanoke-Tanglewood: 4468 Starkey Rd, Roanoke, VA 24018, (540) 774-4400
  • Hilton Garden Inn Roanoke: 4500 S Peak Blvd, Roanoke, VA 24018, (540) 776-3400
  • SpringHill Suites by Marriott Roanoke: 301 Reserve Ave SW, Roanoke, VA 24016 (540) 400-6226
• Camping (30 minute drive): 
  • Explore Park: 56 Roanoke River Pkwy, Roanoke VA 24014, https://www.roanokecountyparks.com/375/Camping,  (540) 427-1800

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Contact: Danny Collins; danny@37northexpeditions.com; 417.827.4582

Location: Coler Mountain Bike Preserve, Bentonville AR

Course Overview: Expectations, Schedule, Gear List, etc.

**This WFA course will be tailored toward mountain bikers, but is applicable to all recreationists.

Tuition: $305

Meals:

Not included. The Airship cafe is nearby with snacks and coffee. We recommend bringing your lunches and drinking water both days.

Lodging:

Not available. Coler Mtb Preserve is proximal to the city of Bentonville, AR, with ample lodging options.

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Course Overview: (Expectations, Gear List, Schedule, etc)

Location: Landmark Learning’s Downstream Campus

Tuition: $250

Meals:

Not included – town is 10 minutes from our base, with ample restaurants and grocery store options.

Available for student use is a standard refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker and hot water urn. Most students bring camp stoves to cook within a budget under our outdoor cooking pavilion.

Lodging: $30 Camping or Bunkhouse.  

Camping (bring your own gear) or bunk space (bring your sleeping bag and pillow) is available by reservation for. Camping is on a pad near the parking lot and classroom. Bunkhouse residents may be assigned a roommate. The bunkhouses are located a 10-minute walk up the mountain. You may also camp in your vehicle, but there is no hookup or space for RVs. Any overnight stay grants access to the kitchen amenities and indoor showers. 

Arrival is from 2PM-5PM the day before the course starts for orientation, health screening, and housing assignments. If you cannot arrive by 5PM, you may arrive at 7:45AM on the first day of your course for health screening. Class begins promptly at 8AM. 

Students must be packed and moved out prior to 8AM on the last day of the course.

Contact: Tennessee Scenic Rivers Association; ops@paddletsra.org

Location: Chapel Hill, TN; Henry Horton State Park

Course Overview: Expectations, Schedule, Gear List, etc.

Tuition:

• $245 – TSRA Instructors
• $260 – TSRA Members
• $275 – Non-Members

Meals:

Not provided. Be sure to bring lunch/snacks and water for each day.

Lodging:

Reservations for campground, cabins, or lodge may be reserved at https://tnstateparks.com/parks/henry-horton

Contact: Tennessee Scenic Rivers Association; ops@paddletsra.org

Location: Chapel Hill, TN; Henry Horton State Park

Course Overview: Expectations, Schedule, Gear List, etc.

Tuition:

• $245 – TSRA Instructors
• $260 – TSRA Members
• $275 – Non-Members

Meals:

Not provided. Be sure to bring lunch/snacks and water for each day.

Lodging:

Reservations for campground, cabins, or lodge may be reserved at https://tnstateparks.com/parks/henry-horton

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Course Overview: Expectations, Gear List, Schedule, etc.

Tuition: $350

Meals: Not included.

Town is 10 minutes from our base, with ample restaurants and grocery store options. Available for student use are two standard refrigerators, two microwaves, coffee pots and hot water urns, as well as three double-burner induction stoves with required magnetic pots/pans. Cups, plates, bowls, and silverware are also available for student use. Students will each have a cubby to use for dry food storage and use the three-sink system for washing/sanitizing at the end of meals.

Lodging: $45 Camping; $75 Bunkhouse

Camping (bring your own gear) or bunk space (bring your sleeping bag and pillow) is available by reservation. These lodging options are located by foot, up the hill behind the Cane Creek Lodge. Campers are invited to use the showers in the Student Lounge area. 

Bunkhouses are 2 max to a room, and we assign by gender. Each room has its own bathroom with shower, toilet and sink. Each pair of rooms shares a common connecting space and covered front porch for downtime and community. 

Students may also opt to camp in their vehicles in the parking area. The camping fee applies, and they may use the campers’ showers in the Lodge. No electric or water hookup is available. 

Arrival is from 2PM-5PM the day before the course starts for orientation, health screening, and housing assignments. If you cannot arrive by 5PM, you may arrive at 7:45AM on the first day of your course for health screening. Class begins promptly at 8AM. 

Students must be packed and moved out prior to 8AM on the last day of the course.

Shuttle:

There are several shuttle services that are offered in the area with competitive pricing.   

• Asheville Premier Transportation: 828-407-0221, dana@ashevillepremiertransportation.com   
• Jackson County Transit: 828-586-0233, transit.jacksonnc.org   
• Van In Black: 800-903-2503, info@vaninblack.com

Another option is to coordinate a ride with another student. Contact David at 828-293-5384 to authorize the release of your contact information to other students in the course who may be interested in carpooling.