OEL 165 - Introduction to Ice Climbing

Institution:

Westminster College (Salt Lake City)

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Description:

Climbing frozen waterfalls is an exhilarating and challenging form of climbing that enables the climber to keep doing what they love, even in the middle of winter! The Ice Climbing Seminar is designed for students with some indoor or outdoor climbing experience who want to learn some of the technical and non-technical aspects of ice climbing. Students will become familiar with the unique gear and techniques related to ice climbing, they will toprope climb, learn lead climbing concepts, and develop safety and judgment skills. The primary objective of the class is for students to broaden their knowledge and explore different types of terrain.

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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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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