Aerial Adventure Environments

Aerial Adventure EnvironmentsAerial Adventure Environments: the Theory and Practice of the Challenge Course, Zip Line, and Canopy Tour Industry By: Elizabeth A. Speelman, Mark Wagstaff, Scott Jordan, Kathy Haras Aerial Adventure Environments: The Theory and Practice of the Challenge Course, Zip Line, and Canopy Tour Industry provides a comprehensive and practical introduction to the aerial adventure industry and includes web resources. The first of its kind, this text combines

Aerial Adventure Environments: the Theory and Practice of the Challenge Course, Zip Line, and Canopy Tour Industry

By: Elizabeth A. Speelman, Mark Wagstaff, Scott Jordan, Kathy Haras

Aerial Adventure Environments: The Theory and Practice of the Challenge Course, Zip Line, and Canopy Tour Industry provides a comprehensive and practical introduction to the aerial adventure industry and includes web resources. The first of its kind, this text combines the key components of high and low ropes challenge courses, zip lines, canopy tours, and aerial adventure parks into one essential guide for students and existing professionals. As a bonus, Adventureworks! clients may recognize themselves or their sites in the photos. 

Written by leading experts with both practical experience and theoretical knowledge in the field and endorsed by the Association for Challenge Course Technology (ACCT), the Professional Ropes Course Association (PRCA), and the European Ropes Course Association (ERCA), this complete resource contains the foundational information needed to understand the industry of aerial adventure environments. It provides practitioners with the tools they need to lead successful adventure experiences whether they are working directly with participants, designing and building structures, training staff, or conducting operational and marketing activities.

Key terminology is clearly defined early in the text and is used consistently throughout, facilitating a complete understanding of the concepts referenced. Readers will learn about the historical beginnings and global development of the industry, the theory and fundamentals behind aerial adventure programming, facility and equipment management, personnel training, and operational guidelines. The text presents practical information on understanding the desired outcomes of a variety of clients and how to design and deliver safe, effective, and inclusive adventure experiences with consideration for self-directed, guided, and facilitated experiences. The discussions of professional competencies and current industry issues and trends, as well as tips on how to obtain training, equip readers for success in the profession.