Intro to Outdoor Pursuits

Catalog description

This class will provide students with the fundamentals of land-based and water-based adventure activities. Depending on the season of the course, the class can include cross-country skiing, wilderness first-aid certification, bicycling, winter camping, backcountry cooking and canoeing and/or kayaking. Primary objective of the course is to provide students with the opportunity to learn the skills necessary to conduct physically and environmentally sound outings in addition to developing or increasing their outdoor activity skill level in each venue. Topics include expedition planning, leadership and group dynamics, cooking, emergency procedures, wilderness travel technique and equipment. Students will need to provide some personal gear and must have strong swimming ability. Course fee applies. Refer to the Schedule of Classes. Semester offered varies.