Controversial issues in adventure programming

 Content: Do the benefits of adventure programming outweigh the risks? --
 Should principles of challenge by choice be integral to all adventure program experiences? --
 Does the concept of transfer of learning sufficiently explain the way outcomes of adventure programming are generalized to other areas of participants' lives? --
 Should there be a professional certification in outdoor leadership? --
 Should programs be accredited to ensure that they adhere to industry standards? --
 Should motorized outdoor adventure pursuits be included in adventure programming? --
 Should individuals with disabilities be fully included in adventure programming? --
 Should people of color be encouraged to participate in current outdoor adventure programs? --
 Can adventure programming make a meaningful difference in promoting health and wellness in society? --
 Does technology compromise the wilderness experience? --
 Should extreme sports, such as BASE jumping and other high-risk sports, be included in adventure programming? --
 Should nonprofit and educational programs be required to obtain permits to use public land? --
 Should Wilderness First Responder be the standard of care for wilderness leadership? --
 Should wilderness program staff always accompany their participants? --
 Should transgender youths be encouraged to favor specialized camps over mainstream camps? --
 Does Leave No Trace make a difference beyond the scope of backcountry environmental practices? --
 Are educational reform policies that stress standards and accountability compatible with pedagogical aims and practices in outdoor education? --
 Are rational decision-making models the most effective method to train novice outdoor leaders? --
 Is it possible to effectively accomplish the goals of outdoor education through online programming? --
 Is outcomes-based research currently more important than critical research for the field of adventure programming?