Client Testimonials

“Our guides and office staff loved this training. It answered so many questions they had and helped clarify their responsibilities when an accident happens. For some, it opened their eyes to their full responsibilities as a wilderness guide. I personally feel much more prepared to handle a serious accident - the biggest source of stress and anxiety as an outfitter. I can’t recommend this course enough for owners, guides, and office staff.”

Zachary Collier - Owner of Northwest Rafting

“The Critical Incident Response Training provided by Recreation Law was one of the most valuable training investments our company has made. While I had concern about our team’s attention span and a full day of training, quite the opposite proved true. Our team has repeatedly expressed how much they appreciated the training and what they learned. Even on our year-end reviews, the CIRT was mentioned several times as a highlight value-add to the resources we provide our team with. ”

Eli Kretzmann - Operations Manager at Boundary Expeditions

“his program is essential for anyone involved in an outdoor education or guiding career. The truth is, none of us want to admit we may have to face a critical incident or tragedy. The reality is, we may, and we need to be prepared. This course not only prepares you for the “worst”, but also gives you better ways to communicate with clients, and each other, and gives tools to be the best we can be in ALL situations. Emotional intelligence, decision making, effective communication, empathy, and critical thinking are just some of the tools that are developed in this program. The program has a great balance between understanding the legal and personal responsibilities we have as outdoor professionals. The benefit we all gained from this program will make us better professionals as we move through our careers and our lives. If you own any kind of Outdoor Company, please put your instructors or guides through this program, along with yourselves. It is affordable, and is money well spent. I truly believe the CIRT is essential for anyone working in the outdoors in any capacity. ”

Julie Munger - owner, Sierra Rescue Inc.

“Guides who have been with us for decades said the Critical Incident Response Training was the best training we have ever offered. Recreation Law Group will help you find the weak spots in your operations and give your staff an eye-opening experience of what happens in a major accident. You will hopefully never need this training, but if you ever have an incident, you will look back on this being the most important training you hosted as a company.”

Erik Weiseth - Managing Partner at Orange Torpedo Trips

Course Curriculum

    1. Leah Corrigan: Welcome to the Critical Incident Response Course

    2. Leah Corrigan: Meet Your Instructors

    3. Leah Corrigan: Introduction of Key Concepts and Overarching Themes

    4. Leah Corrigan: The Goals of this Training

    1. Steve Smith: Why Train for Critical Incident Response? A Risk Management Perspective

    2. Leah Corrigan: Why Train for Critical Incident Response? A Legal Perspective

    1. Sarah Carpenter: Professionalism & Risk Management

    1. Leah Corrigan: Legal Framework of Critical Incident Response

    2. Leah Corrigan: Understanding the Legal Process Post Incident

    1. Sarah Carpenter & Leah Corrigan: How to Inform and Warn

    2. Leah Corrigan: Make Sure Your Safety Briefing is Thorough and Complete

    1. Sarah Carpenter: Critical Incident Response Plan Overview

    2. Sarah Carpenter: On-Scene Response

    3. Sarah Carpenter: In-Office Response

How To Enroll Your Team

  • Determine the number of students you would like to enroll in the training.

  • Contact Recreation Law Group for a quote designed for your unique business or organization.

  • Train your team on the timeline that works best for your company or organization.