OLER 140 - Wilderness Pursuits

Institution:

San Juan College

Subject:

Description:

This is an introductory level course with a focus on developing skills related to planning, organizing and executing a backcountry outing. Topics will include: trip planning and organization; clothing and equipment selection; low impact camping and permitting; menu planning; site selection and set-up; introductory route finding and navigation; expedition behavior and safety in a wilderness setting. This course will be experiential, in that students will practice skills both in the classroom and during field time. Students will apply their learning directly by planning and participating in a backpacking expedition. Semester offered: Fall.

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.sanjuancollege.edu

Phone Number:

(505) 326-3311

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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