Viristar

Viristar is a global leader in consulting, training and accreditation services that enhance the quality and safety of outdoor, adventure, experiential and travel programs. With specialized expertise, Viristar supports government agencies, nonprofits, schools and private organizations in strengthening safety systems and improving program effectiveness. Through risk management solutions and consulting, Viristar helps organizations create, expand and improve their programs.

Education

• Risk Management for Outdoor Programs: A forty-hour online training in safety management for outdoor, wilderness, travel, field-based, adventure, and related programs. Use ICF 2022 at checkout to access a 10% discount.

• Foundations of Adventure Safety: A two-day, 16-hour classroom-based training designed to provide coordinators, managers, directors, executive leaders, policymakers and others with the skills and knowledge to understand how to to improve risk management practices at their organization.
• Adventure Safety Leadership: A two-day, 16-hour classroom-based training designed to provide trip leaders, facilitators and others leading adventure activities with the skills and knowledge to provide adventure experiences with good safety outcomes.

Consulting

• Risk Management Review: Comprehensive review of your organization’s safety practices
• Safety Systems Development: Expert guidance to develop and refine risk management procedures and documentation
• Curriculum Development and Program Design: Customized support to help organizations create, expand and improve education, recreation and experiential programs

Accreditation