Alpine Education Scholarship

The Knuckleheads Alpine Outdoor Society, in partnership with Island Alpine Guides, is pleased to announce the launch of our Alpine Education Scholarship (AES). The aim of this scholarship is to help local youth cultivate their outdoor skills through professionally-delivered courses. This scholarship presents an amazing opportunity for individuals who may not otherwise have access to professional mentorship. Learning opportunities through the AES include backpacking, mountaineering, backcountry skiing/snowshoeing, and climbing. Applicants do not need to have prior experience in these fields, but keen interest is a must.

How to apply

To apply, you must meet the following criteria:

• Be a full time resident in the qathet Regional District
• Be in Grade 10 or 11 at the time of application

You may submit an application in any of the following formats: written, video, or audio. Please keep written responses under 500 words, and audio/video recordings under four minutes. All formats will be evaluated equally, and students will not be assessed on creativity, performance, or production quality. 

In your application, please address the following questions:

1. Why do you want to take part in this outdoor education experience? What interests or excites you about it? 
2. Describe your outdoor interests and experience level. Are you more interested in summer or winter backcountry activities? 
3. What do you hope to learn or gain from this experience? Describe your goals.
4. How would receiving this scholarship make a difference for you?
5. Is there anything else you’d like us to know about you?

Applications must be submitted to scholarship@theknuckleheads.ca by May 1st, 2026 at 23:59.