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Jim Ongena
adventurer
ABOUT ME
Jim is not a man who sets limits or lives by convention. Whether he is soaring above Aspen in his paraglider, kayaking down a wild river in Canada, ski mountaineering in the Alps, or climbing a rock face in California, Jim is living his message. He believes that risk taking and success are linked and that anyone can achieve levels of success far beyond their perceived limits. and as he gracefully approaches his 70th year....he’s still doing some of it
SKILLS
I started the wilderness first-aid movement in July of 1978 and have been teaching courses around the world ever since. I've been climbing, kayaking, paragliding, back country skiing and mtn biking for several years recreationally and professionally, providing a wealth of EXPERIENCE.
BACKGROUND
Certified as an AMGA guide I've been guiding globally
for 46 years. I taught the first wilderness medicine course in
Canada or USA and am currently accredited to teach physicians
through the college of family physicians of Canada.
I’ve also developed and presented four keynote speeches:
1 - BEYOND FEAR, (also a one day course)
2 - ADVENTURE, WHO NEEDS IT ?
3 - THE AGING GAME
4 - GET A LIFE (also a one day course)
Another path travelled was that of a corporate trainer offering
a three day teambuilding program and a five day leadership
summit. This was the most satisfying and enjoyable of them all.
EDUCATION
BA, BPHE, B Ed., Masters in Education
Avalanche skills level 2
AMGA full rock guide
* This course is taught through the eyes of a guide, not a physician, and this perspective is generally refreshing to most docs.
Contact Me
Phone
250-486-7166
Website
Address
corporateheights.ca
5705 Solly Rd, Summerland, BC
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