REC 280 - Winter Recreation

Institution:

Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science

Subject:

Description:

3 Credit Hours Spring Sem. This course provides an introduction to various aspects of winter recreation, including history, marketing trends, job prospects, techniques, teaching and leadership, required equipment and product design, risk management, user impact and resource requirements of select winter activities (e.g., snowshoeing, alpine and Nordic skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling, and winter camping). Management issues and outdoor education concepts as well as topics specific to winter, including cold injury, ice safety, winter weather patterns and snow formation will also be covered. (2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab). Prerequisite: Outdoor Recreation Leadership (REC 120) and Outdoor Recreation Practicum (REC 263) or permission of the instructor.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.paulsmiths.edu

Phone Number:

(518) 327-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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