
Parents
We strive to provide a safe and engaging environment for your child. Learn about our policies, programs, and how you can get involved with CTO.
We strive to provide a safe and engaging environment for your child. Learn about our policies, programs, and how you can get involved with CTO.

OUR STORY
OUR STORY
OUR STORY
OUR STORY
Guiding the next generation since 2004
Cross Trail Outfitters was founded in 2004 with the goal of discipling and mentoring boys between the ages of 7-20. Through hunting and fishing, we equip youth with skills in the outdoors while guiding them toward Christ. Since our founding, we have expanded nation-wide, providing youth with thousands of life-changing opportunities.
SAFETY COMES FIRST
SAFETY COMES FIRST
SAFETY COMES FIRST
SAFETY COMES FIRST
To ensure the safety of your child, all of our outfitters are required to go through an extensive vetting process as outlined below:
To ensure the safety of your child, all of our outfitters are required to go through an extensive vetting process as outlined below:
To ensure the safety of your child, all of our outfitters are required to go through an extensive vetting process as outlined below:
To ensure the safety of your child, all of our outfitters are required to go through an extensive vetting process as outlined below:
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Guide Application
Every outfitter and volunteer starts by completing a detailed application with Cross Trail Outfitters. This helps us begin the vetting process and learn more about who they are and why they want to serve.
1
Guide Application
Every outfitter and volunteer starts by completing a detailed application with Cross Trail Outfitters. This helps us begin the vetting process and learn more about who they are and why they want to serve.
1
Guide Application
Every outfitter and volunteer starts by completing a detailed application with Cross Trail Outfitters. This helps us begin the vetting process and learn more about who they are and why they want to serve.
1
Guide Application
Every outfitter and volunteer starts by completing a detailed application with Cross Trail Outfitters. This helps us begin the vetting process and learn more about who they are and why they want to serve.
2
Background Check
Once an application is submitted, we conduct a thorough background check to ensure there are no red flags and that each applicant meets our safety standards.
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Background Check
Once an application is submitted, we conduct a thorough background check to ensure there are no red flags and that each applicant meets our safety standards.
2
Background Check
Once an application is submitted, we conduct a thorough background check to ensure there are no red flags and that each applicant meets our safety standards.
2
Background Check
Once an application is submitted, we conduct a thorough background check to ensure there are no red flags and that each applicant meets our safety standards.
3
References
We carefully review and contact the personal and professional references listed on the application to get a clearer picture of the applicant’s character and reputation.
3
References
We carefully review and contact the personal and professional references listed on the application to get a clearer picture of the applicant’s character and reputation.
3
References
We carefully review and contact the personal and professional references listed on the application to get a clearer picture of the applicant’s character and reputation.
3
References
We carefully review and contact the personal and professional references listed on the application to get a clearer picture of the applicant’s character and reputation.
4
Interview
Applicants go through an interview with a leader on our team. This gives us the opportunity to evaluate their intentions, ask important questions, and confirm they’re a good fit for working with youth.
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Interview
Applicants go through an interview with a leader on our team. This gives us the opportunity to evaluate their intentions, ask important questions, and confirm they’re a good fit for working with youth.
4
Interview
Applicants go through an interview with a leader on our team. This gives us the opportunity to evaluate their intentions, ask important questions, and confirm they’re a good fit for working with youth.
4
Interview
Applicants go through an interview with a leader on our team. This gives us the opportunity to evaluate their intentions, ask important questions, and confirm they’re a good fit for working with youth.
5
Final Review
A state or national director conducts a final review of the application and interview feedback to make the final decision on whether an individual is approved to serve.
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Final Review
A state or national director conducts a final review of the application and interview feedback to make the final decision on whether an individual is approved to serve.
5
Final Review
A state or national director conducts a final review of the application and interview feedback to make the final decision on whether an individual is approved to serve.
5
Final Review
A state or national director conducts a final review of the application and interview feedback to make the final decision on whether an individual is approved to serve.
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Certification & Training
Before leading any activities, approved volunteers must complete all required certifications and safety training to ensure they’re fully prepared to guide and care for your child.
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Certification & Training
Before leading any activities, approved volunteers must complete all required certifications and safety training to ensure they’re fully prepared to guide and care for your child.
6
Certification & Training
Before leading any activities, approved volunteers must complete all required certifications and safety training to ensure they’re fully prepared to guide and care for your child.
6
Certification & Training
Before leading any activities, approved volunteers must complete all required certifications and safety training to ensure they’re fully prepared to guide and care for your child.
HOW DO WE JOIN?
Looking for outdoor adventures and mentorship for your child? Use the Find a Chapter button below to connect with a local club and start your journey with Cross Trail Outfitters today!
HOW DO WE JOIN?
Looking for outdoor adventures and mentorship for your child? Use the Find a Chapter button below to connect with a local club and start your journey with Cross Trail Outfitters today!
HOW DO WE JOIN?
Looking for outdoor adventures and mentorship for your child? Use the Find a Chapter button below to connect with a local club and start your journey with Cross Trail Outfitters today!
HOW DO WE JOIN?
Looking for outdoor adventures and mentorship for your child? Use the Find a Chapter button below to connect with a local club and start your journey with Cross Trail Outfitters today!
Find a Chapter!
SAFETY TRAINING RESOURCES
SAFETY TRAINING RESOURCES
SAFETY TRAINING RESOURCES
SAFETY TRAINING RESOURCES
We utilize MinistrySafe for our child safety training and background checks. MinistrySafe also has excellent resources for parents.
We utilize MinistrySafe for our child safety training and background checks. MinistrySafe also has excellent resources for parents.
We utilize MinistrySafe for our child safety training and background checks. MinistrySafe also has excellent resources for parents.
We utilize MinistrySafe for our child safety training and background checks. MinistrySafe also has excellent resources for parents.