AMC Guide to Outdoor Leadership: Trip Planning * Group Dynamics * Decision Making * Leading Youth * Risk Management
"A thorough, field-tested examination of what makes the best outdoor leaders . . . and how one of them could be you."    --Robert Birkby, author of theBoy Scout Handbook,Mountain Madness, andLightly on the Land"An outstanding resource for both leaders and followers . . . Vignettes from a wide variety of outdoor trips effectively illustrate Kosseff's points."--Trail & Timberline, Colorado Mountain Club magazine"An excellent resource for leaders new and old. . . . This is a well-written, enjoyable leadership resource that will be valuable to anyone responsible for leading trips . . ."--Dan Garvey, President, Prescott College (1st edition review)"Whether you are an aspiring or experienced outdoor leader, this work should be in your library--where you can reach it."- Jed Williamson, Editor of Accidents in North American Mountaineering (1st Edition Review)". . . . tackles a complex topic in a clear & engaging manner. Stories of real leadership situations help develop critical-thinking skills . . . ."-- Ian Wade, Executive Director, Outward Bound International, Inc (1st Edition Review)