Education and Risk Advisory For Schools and Outdoor Programs

Helping leaders and organizations gain clarity and build capability
for greater impact.

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WHAT WE DO

Program Design

Build or refine programs with safety and learning outcomes in mind. We support curriculum design, itinerary planning, venue risk assessment, and policy framework development, so your program is ready to deliver.

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Program Risk Reivew

Insight and direction to improve programming. Reviews examine policies, plans, and day-to-day practices to identify strengths, gaps, and opportunities for more effective and resilient program plans.

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Special Projects

Targeted support to move your risk strategy forward. From crisis planning to staff training to program photography, we help with focused projects that enhance your systems and showcase your safety values.

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  • K-12 and university off-campus and after-school programs, including travel, global trips, nearby nature, service learning, outdoor and environmental education, adventure activities, and sports. Helping program, department, and school leaders.

  • Programming organizations and activity operators that collaborate with schools and other groups through travel, outdoor, service learning, and experiential education experiences, Helping program administrators and business leaders.

  • Courses and a one-on-one coaching program are under development. Reach out if this type of professional development might benefit you!

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WHO WE ARE

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We believe safety outcomes are enhanced by thoughtful program design 

STUART SLAY | DIRECTOR

We work with a range of program types, including outdoor and adventure education, schools and university programs, conservation and service learning, global and adventure travel, recreation-based outfitters and operators, and provincial governments and federal agencies.

Based in Taipei, Taiwan and Seattle, Washington, we support programs that work across local, national, and international contexts.

Slay Risk brings expertise and research-informed solutions to help clients professionalize their practice.

All the great people we work with have three things in common:

  • They know safety isn’t guaranteed in the outdoors, and they also know that risk-literate organizations and staff are essential in meeting their mission.

  • They’re passionate about the power that facilitated, outdoor experiences can bring to enhance people’s lives and bring about positive change in the world.

  • They’re open to new ideas and want to deepen their professional expertise.

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WHAT THEY SAY

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NOT SURE WHERE TO START?

We want to help.

Planning and risk management are complex, and every program is unique. Schedule a free discovery call to talk through your challenges and goals.

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FEATURED BLOGS

Risk Management Insights for Program Professionals

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