AE 1042 - Beginning Cross Country Skiing

Institution:

Unity College

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Description:

This 8 week course is an introduction to cross country skiing and to basic winter hazards and survival. Special emphasis is on general preparedness for a winter environment. Topics include clothing and equipment, flat track techniques, techniques for skiing uphill and downhill, hypothermia and frostbite, avalanche, emergency shelters, and group safety awareness. This course is a combination of classroom and field experiences that will take place on three weekend days during the semester. Credits: 2 Offered Semester II Prerequisite: None

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.unity.edu

Phone Number:

(207) 948-9100

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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