Flat-water Canoe Tripping

Catalog description

This course teaches the basic skills and concepts of flat-water canoe camping, such as how to enter and to exit a canoe, tandem paddling techniques, canoe safety, and canoe portaging. Students will also learn basic canoe camping skills, including food planning, how to use camping equipment, and minimum impact camping techniques. Students will participate in a mandatory weekend canoe camping experience to put learned skills to practical use. This is a Wellness and Lifetime Activity Course (offered to all students).