November 2025 Hike Leader Class (Virtual)

Join us for virtual hike leader training on Monday, November 17th 7-9pm.  Space is limited!

PATC hike leader training is open to experienced hikers in the Mid-Atlantic who are current PATC members.

Hike Leader Education courses are offered periodically online and in person.

The goal is to provide PATC standards for hike leaders to support safe hiking.

Attaining certification is a 4 step process:
1. Take American Red Cross Basic First Aid online or in person.
2. Read the PATC Hike Leaders Handbook 
3. Complete the Hike Leader Education course online or in person
4. Lead 2 hikes to include planning route, advertising hike, vetting hikers, and leading the hike with under the guidance and assessment of a certified hike leader.
5. Lead or co-lead one hike independent of a mentor.

Class fee: $20.00 for PATC members. For non-members, one must become a PATC member before registering for the course. PATC membership for an individual is $50.00, annually.

*The leader of the class will reach out a few days prior to send the zoom link.