BACKCOUNTRY LEADERSHIP

Catalog description

Prepares students to be leaders in outdoor settings by building the practical and logistical skills needed in the effective delivery of courses and/or trips. Covers the teaching skills and essentials for trip leaders in the wilderness, including trip planning, logistics, risk management, and group interaction in the backcountry. Focuses on leadership development and leading groups, focus on special populations, social justice, and situational leadership skills.