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Course Criteria
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1.00 Credits
This is a beginning level course for students interested in lift-served downhill skiing or snowboarding. Students will practice safe ski and snowboard techniques for resort skiing and snowboarding. The course will also present an overview of equipment, proper clothing, waxing and risk management techniques. All clothing and ski or snowboard equipment must meet instructor approval and must be provided by the student. (2 lab)
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1.00 Credits
This course exploses students to the foundations of rock climbing outdoors. Students will have opportunities to climb on granite, sandstone, and limestone that will develop new skills in the areas of sport climbing, traditional climbing, belaying and following a lead climber, protection placement, lead climbing theory, mock leading, and toprope anchor construction. (2 lab)
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1.00 Credits
This off-road bicycle-riding course will cover basic riding technique, maintenance, risk management, and clothing and equipment selection. It is recommended that students have some experience riding off-road terrain ranging from two-track jeep roads to technical single-track and the physical ability to ride distances of 10-20 miles on trail. The course will include a weekend, mountain-bike trip. (2 Lab)
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1.00 Credits
This course provides an introduction to river running/rafting and swift water rescue training and is geared to the beginner/intermediate boater. This course will provide the opportunity to learn and experience rafting on rivers, possibly up to Class III, and will present an overview of equipment, proper clothing, and safe river techniques for this activity. Various boating techniques for oar-rigs, paddle teams and single cat-a-rafts will be covered.
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
This aerobically intensive outdoor activity course introduces students to a variety of non-motorized travel skills in outdoor settings such as wilderness trails, lakes, and reservoirs. Students learn fundamentals of trail-running, mountain-biking, flatwater canoeing and paddle boarding, snowshoeing, and cross country skiing. Students will also learn to manage risks associated with each sport, including how to select and properly maintain equipment. Each student should expect ongoing verbal coaching and feedback throughout the course as well as written performance evaluations. (2 lab, 4 lab, 6 lab)
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1.00 Credits
This course provides a complete introduction to the avalanche phenomenon, avalanche terrain, decision making, and rescue protocol. The course is designed for those new to travel in avalanche terrain. Instruction will increase avalanche awareness and safety for participants in all forms of winter recreation: snowshoeing, skiing, snowboarding, and snowmobiling. Students will spend about 8 hours in the classroom and about 16 hours outdoors in the snow. This course is taught in partnership with the American Institute for Avalanche Research and Education (AIARE) and successful students will receive a certificate of completion for the AIARE Level - 1 Avalanche Training. (.5 lect., 1 lab)
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1.00 Credits
This field-based course introduces basic techniques of land-based wilderness navigation. Students will use topographic maps, compasses and handheld GPS units for backcountry travel. Topics will include: map reading, routefinding, triangulation, minimum impact travel, trip planning, documentation, and fitness considerations for backcountry travel. (2 lab)
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1.00 - 5.00 Credits
This course teaches wilderness users to practice responsible habits that promote the health and safety of self and others. Students are exposed to the theory and practice of outdoor leadership, teamwork and expedition behavior. Students will learn to live and travel in the wilderness within a framework of personal safety and care of the environment. Students will develop an awareness of how to apply "Leave No Trace" philosophy to their lives beyond the course. Students will apply principles of environmental ethics during the wilderness experience. This course may be repeated once if in a different location. (1-5 lect.)
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1.00 Credits
This is an intermediate level course for students with previous experience in downhill skiing or snowboarding. Students will practice back-county snow travel using their choice of alpine touring skis, telemark skis, or a split snowboard. Students will learn to use climbing skins, route-find, and assess avalanche hazards in mountainous terrain. The course will also present an overview of equipment, proper clothing, waxing and risk management techniques for winter backcountry travel in the mountains. All clothing and ski or snowboard equipment must meet instructor approval and must be provided by the student. (2 lab)
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2.00 Credits
The Avalanche Level 2 course provides backcountry leaders the opportunity to advance their avalanche knowledge and decision making skills. The Level 2 builds from the introductory avalanche hazard management model introduced in the Level 1 course, and adds the evaluation of factors critical to snow stability analysis. Students will spend a mix of their time in a classroom and outdoors in the snow. This course is taught in partnership with the American Institute for Avalanche Research and Education (AIARE) and successful students will receive a certificate of completion for the AIARE Level 2 Avalanche Training. Prerequisites: OEAC 1400, Avalanche Level 1. (1 lect, 2 lab.)
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