OEL 160 - Intro to Backcountry Touring

Institution:

Westminster College (Salt Lake City)

Subject:

Description:

This classroom- and field-based course will provide a comprehensive introduction to the activity of backcountry touring. Through a classroom meeting and two field days on the snow, we will examine topics such as equipment selection and use, terrain identification, weather and snowpack factors that lead to avalanche hazard, and group management when traveling near avalanche terrain. Previous downhill skiing or snowboarding experience is required. A general awareness of avalanches is recommended. Previous experience traveling on backcountry touring gear is not required.

Credits:

2.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.westminstercollege.edu

Phone Number:

(801) 484-7651

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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