M-Trek 2010 Trek Leader Application and Trek Proposal

Background Information and Instructions

Please Read These Instructions Carefully Before Starting The Application

As you plan your trips, please keep in mind the mission of M-Trek: To promote lasting bonds among incoming members of the R
of Business community through small group outdoor adventure.
Number of Trips
M-Trek is looking to offer at least 25-30 outdoor adventures to next year’s incoming class.

Number of Leaders per Team

Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply as a team of 3-4 leaders. Only one application is required per team. Please limit answers to the space provided. This application is a
online at www.mtrek.org under the "Trek Leaders" tab.

Application: The written application consists of TWO parts:

Part (1): Basic information about your destination, trip style, and leaders. Part (1) is due on November 8th. Part (2): Detailed descript
proposed itinerary, activities, budget, and leader experience. Part (2) is due on December 1st.

Please submit your completed application electronically to the core team at mtrek@umich.edu. Please save your file using the following naming convention: Trek_Name_10TrekLeadApp.xls. If you ha
supplemental materials, please identify them with your Trek name and leave them in Christopher Walter's mailbox.

The purpose of the two part application is to identify duplication in proposed trips. Groups planning similar Treks will be contacted by the Core Team by November 15th to discu
options. Leaders will not be required to change their proposed destination, but it is unlikely M-Trek will be able to accept multiple Treks of the same style to the same destination

Please complete all worksheets as thoroughly as possible. Although we realize that final cost information may not be available before the application submission date, it is impor
have the most accurate estimates possible.

Type of Trip
Please choose between the following three types of trips: a local, Michigan-based trip; a non-Michigan, domestic U.S. trip; or an international trip. Please note the following crite
of trip:

Local (Michigan-based): Previous outdoor experience desired, but not required. The use of an outfitter/guide is required for activities that may require addition
precautions (i.e. Rock climbing, rappelling, river rafting, etc.).

Non-Michigan, U.S.-based: Previous outdoor experience desired, but not required. The use of an outfitter/guide is required for activities that may require additio
precautions (i.e. Rock climbing, rappelling, river rafting, etc.).

International: Previous outdoor experience desired, but not required. It is recommended that at least one team leader for international trips speak the native langu
familiar with the country. An English-speaking outfitter/guide is required if no trek leaders speak the local language and for activities that may require additional
precautions (i.e. Rock climbing, rappelling, river rafting, etc.).

Destination

Since each trip will be filled by incoming students’ demand, please consider carefully both the destination of your trip and the scope of activities planned. These destinations can
of the diverse areas of the United States as well as abroad. We encourage you to select unique destinations that will appeal to a cross-section of the incoming class. See the M-Tr
www.mtrek.org for destinations and descriptions of past M-Treks.

Special note to those designing international trips: Please select a destination country that is both politically stable and maintains friendly relations with the Unite
to questionable regions will not be considered for approval. Also, please keep in mind the additional costs associated with international treks and that cost has be
factors that limit the number of incoming students going on trips.

Size of Trip

Excluding trip leaders, a minimum of 5 and a maximum of 12 incoming students will be allowed for each trip. The participant to trip leader ratio will not exceed 3:1.
Timing of Trip

Trips may be a minimum of 3 days and a maximum of 14 days in length. All trips must return to Ann Arbor prior to RLI so that MBA1s can attend. Note that the duration of RL
not yet been finalized. The core-team will notify trek leaders as soon as RLI dates are finalized. When planning the dates be mindful of your summer internship plans. Many ban
flexible with internship start and end dates as other types of firms. Also, please note that we will be communicating the Accounting Prep course dates as soon as possible. Trek d
influenced by the availability of this course.

Trip Activities

Trips may consist of any number of outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, rafting, kayaking, etc., or any combination thereof. Technically demanding or potentially danger
such as technical mountaineering, cliff diving, or swimming with sharks are not allowed. Again, use your best judgment in designing activities that will appeal to a typical incom
use the descriptions of last year’s trips at www.mtrek.org as a guide. Professional guides/outfitters will be required for activities that require specialized knowledge, skills or equi

Trip Ratings
This year’s treks will be rated with two sets of rankings. Each trip will receive an overall categorization based on the trips atmosphere. This categorization will be displayed with
on the main trek listing webpage. Additionally, each day’s activities, accommodations and experience level will be categorized based on the level of activity, accommodations an
required.

Overall Trek Activity Rating:

Laid Back: This type of trip will consist of mainly budget motel/lodge accommodations, limited travel within the trip’s region/country,
activities run from a few “base camp locations, and/or many opportunities for experience the night life and local social
scene. All activities can easily be enjoyed by a person of average physical fitness.

Moderate: The pace of these trips will be faster than Laid Back treks. A moderate trek will be characterized by moderate travel within the
the trip's region/country, activities in numerous locations, a mix of active and strenuous days and a balance between outdoor
activity and night life experiences. While a person in moderate physical condition should be able to complete all activities
some days may be challenging.

Strenuous: This is the most fast paced of the three types of trips. Considerable travel within the trek’s country/region may occur and most
nights will be spent backcountry camping. Challenges may include elevation change and duration of activities. Participants
should be in good physical shape.

Daily Activity Ratings:

Activity (4-levels) Accommodations (3-levels) Experience (3-levels

Relaxed: Consider this a rest day Budget Motel/Lodge: Shared room with private bath
None required
Moderately Active: Mild activity over a small distance with
plenty of time to take breaks throughout the day

Strenuous: Moderate activity, distance and/or elevation Hostel or Campsite: Running water, public restrooms and Recommended
change over a moderate length of time showers

Extremely Challenging: Significant distance and/or elevation Backcountry Camping: No electricity, running water or
Highly Recommende
change over a sustained length of time flushable toilets

Cost

Trip cost estimates should be as detailed and accurate as possible (see instructions on the budget and daily schedule sections of this application). Trips have traditionally cost in t
to $1750, excluding airfare. Incoming students are responsible for 100% of their expenses. Please keep in mind that high cost trips discourage incoming students from participati
will not receive a subsidy for their trip costs, and are expected to cover their full cost of participation. The core-team is pursuing corporate sponsorships. If funding is obtained th
determine how it is allocated to the treks. However, due to the recent economic environment, no financial assistance has been obtained for the past several years. Please note tha
may require prepayment and deposits before money is collected from trekkers. The core-team will assist with these expenses.

Safety Certification

All trip leaders will be required to attend Trek Leader Training in February 2010. A date will be determined once leaders are selected. The training will include CPR and First A
The training session will take place at an offsite location. It is designed to be both fun and informative. More information will be available as the date gets closer.
Assistance in Coordinating Trip
The M-Trek Operations Committee will work with all trip leaders on the final design and coordination of their trips. However, trip leaders are responsible for coordinating all the
vendor payment arrangements necessary for the execution of a successful trip.

Selection Critera

Trip leader selection will be made by the M-Trek Core Team and Dean Graham Mercer after a review of your written application and an interview. Interviews with each team wil
early December. Trip selection will be based primarily on your team’s enthusiasm and ability to lead a safe, enjoyable and well-planned trip adhering to M-Trek's mission statem
selection will depend on M-Trek being able to offer incoming students a wide variety of trip options (based on destination, cost, activities and degree of difficulty).

Notification
Teams selected to lead a 2010 M-Trek will be notified by e-mail by the end of December 2009 (exact date TBA). Acceptance may be contingent on the resolution of any issues i
the interview. A list of alternate trips will also be selected at this time.
 M-Trek 2010 Trek Leader Application Part (1): Basic Information

TRIP NAME:

TRIP LEADERS:
Please provide the name, phone number and e-mail of each team leader:

Trip Leader #1 Trip Leader #2 Trip Leader #3 Trip Leader #4

Name

Telephone

Email Address

TRIP INFORMATION:
1) Where do you want to lead a trip (City, State, Country)?

2) What activity level are you proposing for your trip? (see Application Information for activity level descriptions) Laid Back

3) Please list proposed activities, leader experience in the destination, and relevant language skills.
(If necessary press Alt+Enter to skip a line)
Proposed Activities:

Leader Experience:

Language Skills: