Gass (kinesiology, University of New Hampshire) and Priest identify the 12 skills outdoor leaders need for their professional development as outdoor instructors, corporate trainers, or counselors. The textbook introduces educational theories and models relevant to teaching adventure programs, explains the underlying roles of facilitation, outlines how to plan trips, and addresses the complexity of solving problems and making decisions. The second edition updates the information on legal liability and risk management. Annotation ©2005 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)