The LTE is an annual professional development opportunity for outdoor ministry leaders. The goal of the LTE is to provide an entry-level educational opportunity to develop well-trained, committed, and diverse outdoor ministry professionals. The LTE strives to enhance the quality of outdoor ministry programs, support professionals through formal and information learning, and assist in the retention of professionals in the network. The LTE curriculum is implemented in a 3-year rotation with different concentrations. It is ideal for participants to attend all three concentrations but each concentration does stand on its own.

Structure and Operation This concentration equips leaders to manage people, facilities, finances, and risk through a faith-rooted, values-driven lens – recognizing that operational excellence is not separate from ministry, but one of its most faithful expressions. Participants will explore how theology, organizational culture, and infrastructure intersect to shape reputation, trust, and long-term sustainability. Courses emphasize practical tools, shared leadership, and systems thinking – helping leaders move beyond reactive decision-making toward structures that support clarity, consistency, and resilience over time. 

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