EXP 221 - Outdoor Living Skills II

Institution:

SUNY College at Plattsburgh

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Description:

Expands and refines camp-craft and basic backcountry skills introduced in EXP121. Introduces skills, equipment, concepts and standard practices necessary for day and multi-day expeditions in more extreme climates and terrains. The class is taught at the Twin Valleys Outdoor Education Center (Lewis, NY) and other regional settings. The course uses an immersive, experiential pedagogy in field situations as well as readings, discussions, and journal-keeping. Outdoor ethics and low-impact practices will be highlighted. Equipment and transportation provided; requires at least two overnights. (Spring). Prerequisite: EXP121.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.plattsburgh.edu

Phone Number:

(518) 564-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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