RPK 170 - Recreational Backpacking

Institution:

Northern Virginia Community College

Subject:

Description:

Presents backpacking skills including destination selection, route planning, gear selection and preparation (individual and group), trip safety, packing techniques, wilderness medicine and backcountry protocols, food selection, cooking techniques and clothing selection. Presents land use ethic of Leave No Trace, permitting requirements and outdoor skills. Laboratory 4 hours per week.

Credits:

2.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.nvcc.edu

Phone Number:

(703) 323-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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