TRAIL FAQs

Where is it?

We hold the courses in Canberra, ACT as a central location.

Other locations are possible for a customised program, if there is a need to have it closer to the participants' location.

For how many people?

The group size is 14-20 people. This allows the necessary diversity to promote meaningful discussions whilst maintaining a manageable group to facilitate individualised attention and active participation in group activities.

What is the investment?

For an 8 day, fully residential program the all-inclusive investment per person is $9350 incl GST.

Travel to start location of the course is the individual's responsibility.

How do I join a program?

If you are a potential participant or you want to organise a program for your sector or organisation, please ring or email Zoe Routh, the Manager of Short Courses on This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call +61 2 6281 0680

Is TRAIL the program for me?

If you are...

• An emerging leader in a rural community, with limited experience in leadership roles;
• A primary producer looking to expand skills and contacts outside of your region and industry;
• A community organisation staff member looking to broaden your experience and focus beyond your immediate area of responsibility and focus;
• A government agent looking to broaden your contacts and skills outside of your local area;
• Wanting to learn and develop sound strategies, skills and frameworks to help you grow as a leader;

Then you are the perfect candidate for TRAIL.

What is the educational methodology for TRAIL?

Challenge-based learning

This is the educational method of immersing participants in challenging environments where they are compelled out of their comfort zone to solve problems, followed by deliberate reflection and application of learning to future experiences and situations.

Adult Learning

Adults learn best when they choose to be there, on topics that are directly relevant to them and their personal circumstances. While not every session may suit the individual's interests, the overall program design is developed in consultation with the client to deliver on industry needs and the individual's role within that industry context.

Authentic learning environments

The Foundation’s education programs expose participants to a range of complex experiences in authentic learning environments. The goal of contextual education in authentic situations is to assist the learner to translate theory and conceptual learning into practice. The Foundation relies heavily on real world themes that combine a range of resources and activities to allow partiicpants to have a variety of authentic learning experiences that can be transferred to participants’ lives and leadership activities. (Cooper, 1993. ) Case studies are the context for authentic learning in the TRAIL program.

What now?

Alternatively, please contact Zoe Routh, Manager of the Network and Short Courses at zoer@rural-leaders.com.au or call +612 6281 0680