ORL 160BEGINNING BACKPACKING

Feather River College · 1 credit · UGRD

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An introduction to the basic principles of backpacking. Students will learn to visit backcountry environments for extended stays. Content will include a basic introduction to equipment and clothing, navigation with topographic maps, Leave No Trace principles, time / energy control planning, trip planning, campsite selection, trail techniques, and camp cooking.

Recent sections

Fall 2026 · 1 section

Section	Days & time	Location	Instructor
01Class #7189	Sa Su · 8:00 AM – 7:50 PMFr · 11:00 AM – 4:50 PMFr · 5:00 – 7:50 PMTu · 6:00 – 8:50 PMSep 26 – Sep 27Sep 25 – Sep 25Sep 22 – Sep 22	Outdoor Recreation & Art 1109	Koskinen, Shane