REC 361 - Expedition Planning

Institution:

Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science

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Description:

3 Credit Hours Fall Sem. The first in a two-course sequence concluded by the Eco-Adventure Practicum (REC 362), this course introduces students to the principles of planning a multi-day, nature-based outing in a remote location. Working in crews, students will use as a case study and semester project the planning of their own Eco-Adventure Practicum. Students are obliged to apply principles of "green" or sustainable nature-based tourism to the greatest extent possible. Student groups will plan the trip vision and objectives, leadership approach, logistics, itinerary, transportation, lodging, food, finances, promotion. etc. This multi-disciplinary course will include instructional modules addressing issues from the Natural Resources, Hospitality/Tourism, Business and Recreation perspectives. (2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab). Prerequisite: Adventure Travel and Ecotourism (REC 320) or may be taken concurrently.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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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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