So you want to be a Sierra Club leader?


The Angeles Chapter Sierra Club is home to one of
the largest outings programs on the planet. Each year, the
 Chapter sponsors thousands of trips ranging from beach barbecues
 to mountaineering expeditions in Southern California,
 across the nation and the world.


You can take the first step toward becoming a leader by 
attending a class offered by the chapter Leadership Training 
Committee on Saturday, Oct. 6, at Eaton Canyon Nature 
Center in Pasadena. But you must sign up before Sept. 22 to participate.

The class is held just twice a year for
 training in this important leadership role.
 During the seminar, participants learn the basics of leadership. 
Experienced Sierra Club leaders will tell you how to
 plan a trip, prevent problems on the trail and make sure that
 everyone – including you – has a great time.

They’ll also 
explain good conservation and safety practices while on the 
trail. And they’ll give you tips for getting your “O” rating
 quickly and then, if you choose, pursuing more advanced
 leadership ratings.


The all-day class costs $25. The application is online at
 angeles.sierraclub.org/ltc.


Mail the application and check, payable to Sierra Club,
to Steve Botan, LTC Registrar, 18816 Thornwood Circle,
Huntington Beach 92646. You also can reach Botan by phone 
(714-321-1296) or e-mail (ltcregistrar@hundredpeaks.org).


Applications and checks are due Sept. 22. Scholarships are
available for those with financial need. Apply to LTC Chair
Tina Bowman (tina@bowmandesigngroup.com).