ODS S114 - Backpacking in SE Alaska

Institution:

UAS Ketchikan Campus

Subject:

Outdoor Studies

Description:

1 or 2 credits (0.5+2) or (1+2) Cross-listed as PE S114 (P/F grades). Introduces skills and equipment required for overnight backpacking trips in SE Alaska in non-winter seasons. Covers selection of personal, group, and safety equipment, and introduces contingency plan concepts. Includes strategies for backcountry cooking. Overnight outings are a required component of the course. Students must be in excellent physical condition. Prerequisite: Acceptance to ODS certificate program or permission.

Credits:

1.00 - 2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture/Lab

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Institution Website:

www.ketch.alaska.edu

Phone Number:

(907) 228-4511

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