Want to be part of the first year-experience?! Now is your chance to pass your great energy along to the Class of 2029! The 2025 AESOP Leader Application is open!

We are holding info sessions for prospective trip leaders on:

• January 21st @ 7:00 PM in Commons 211
• January 23rd @ 7:00 PM in Commons 211

During these info sessions, we will cover basic information on the AESOP program: how to apply, what we’re looking for in leaders, and any other questions you may have! You do not have to attend in order to apply!

* No outdoor experience is required to lead an AESOP trip, and AESOP offers a variety of trips including outdoor experiences, cultural activities, and community engagement . We strongly encourage anyone and everyone interested to attend this session.

**If you are applying to a technical trip (backpacking, rock climbing, mountain biking, etc.) you must have experience in the activity.  We also have many trips that are not technical (farm trips, day tripping, community engagement, etc.) that we are excited for new leaders to take on!

Below is the link to the applications. Please fill out both the interview sign up sheet and the application form with your co-leader. If you do not have a co-leader in mind, fear not! Fill out the matchmaking sheet (also in this link) and we will work together to make the best pairings possible! :)

Click here for the matchmaking form!

2025 AESOP Leader Application!

If you have any questions/concerns, email us at aesop@bates.edu.

We’re looking forward to receiving your application!