Algonquin College in the Ottawa Valley

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This application is for the 2-year Outdoor Adventure Program starting in Fall 2009.

Whitewater kayaking, rock climbing, sea kayaking, backcountry skiing, and mountain biking — these are just a few of the exciting aspects of the two-year Outdoor Adventure Program at Algonquin College’s Ottawa Valley Campus.

You have been chosen to provide a Letter of Reference to Algonquin College on behalf of an Outdoor Adventure Program applicant. Your letter will be an essential part of the program eligibility requirement for entry into this physically and mentally demanding guide training program.

Our Outdoor Adventure students will be involved in both classroom theory and outdoor field trips in which they must learn and practice their skills. To ensure they are well-prepared when they enter the outdoor adventure industry as graduates, our students will participate in:

Academic theory courses that have a primary focus on business, natural resources, communication skills and outdoor industry
Almost 1,500 hours of practical skills training
Over 25 days of expedition training
A 5-day Fall Camp and a 5-day Leadership Camp

Algonquin College will select 80 students into the program. We hope that you can provide us with some insight into the unique attributes that this person will bring to the program. We request that you forward a letter that answers the questions below and give specific examples to support your response.

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Mail or fax to:

Algonquin College in the Ottawa Valley
Outdoor Adventure Program Selection Committee
315 Pembroke St. E.
Pembroke, ON K8A 3K2
Fax: (613) 735-4739

Name of Applicant which you are referring:

How long have you known the applicant?

What is your relationship with the applicant and in what situations have you observed him or her demonstrating special skills and knowledge?

What are the relevant skills, knowledge and abilities of this applicant and how would they be an asset to our program?

What can you tell us about the applicant’s teamwork and leadership qualities, and what qualities separate this person from his or her peers?

Why do you think the applicant would excel in this program?

Do you know of additional skills or qualities (unrelated to outdoor adventure) that this person might possess that could be helpful to fellow students or future employers?

If you have any questions regarding this reference, please contact the Algonquin College Program Coordinator:

Email:kruegem@algonquincollege.com
Phone:(613) 735-4700, ext. 2722

Your first name:

Your last name:

Your email:

Your phone number (daytime):

Address:

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