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  • OLER 130: Wilderness and Environmental Ethics

    2.00 Credits
    San Juan College

    This course is an overview of ethical practices and behavior for anyone utilizing wilderness resources. Topics of study will include low impact camping and traveling methods, history of environmental and wilderness ethics, and current issues in the outdoor recreation industry. Daily readings and writing assignments will be expected. Upon successful completion of course student will be a Leave-No- Trace Trainer. This course does not meet physical education activity requirement for AA degree. Semester offered: Fall.
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  • OLER 140: Wilderness Pursuits

    2.00 Credits
    San Juan College

    This is an introductory level course with a focus on developing skills related to planning, organizing and executing a backcountry outing. Topics will include: trip planning and organization; clothing and equipment selection; low impact camping and permitting; menu planning; site selection and set-up; introductory route finding and navigation; expedition behavior and safety in a wilderness setting. This course will be experiential, in that students will practice skills both in the classroom and during field time. Students will apply their learning directly by planning and participating in a backpacking expedition. Semester offered: Fall.
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  • OLER 150: Wilderness First Aid

    1.00 Credits
    San Juan College

    This class goes beyond that of traditional first aid in that it addresses how to handle medical situations in remote wilderness settings. Lectures are combined with practical applications through a variety of handson simulations and activities. This course is highly recommended for anyone who spends time in the wilderness or other remote settings. Upon successful completion, student will be certified in Wilderness First Aid. Does not meet physical education activity requirement for AA degree. Semester offered: Fall.
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  • OLER 155: Introduction to Gym Climbing

    1.00 Credits
    San Juan College

    This course is designed for the beginning climber or for the climber who wishes to gain a review of the basics of climbing in an indoor climbing gym setting. This course will cover the topics and skills necessary to safely Boulder, Top Rope, and lead climbing at the HHPC Climbing Facility. Course is designed to improve the climbing ability and fitness level of those enrolled. Suitable for all ability levels. Will meet physical education activity requirement for AA degree. Semester offered: Fall and Spring.
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  • OLER 156: Rock Climbing

    2.00 Credits
    San Juan College

    Covers the fundamentals of rock climbing. Students will experience climbing at the SJC HHPC Indoor Climbing Facility and outdoor locations, learning equipment selection and usage, belay techniques, anchor systems and climbing skills. This course will meet physical education activity requirement for AA degree. Semester offered: Fall.
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  • OLER 157: Sport Climbing

    1.00 Credits
    San Juan College

    Designed for the experienced climber who wishes to gain the knowledge and skills for lead climbing in an indoor and outdoor setting. This course will cover the topics and skills necessary to safely LEAD climb at the HHPC climbing wall. Other topics will include: A review of the basics, lead-climbing safety, belaying the leader, lead climbing technique, falling and advanced climbing technique. This course is designed to improve the climbing ability and fitness level of those enrolled. This course will meet physical education activity requirement for AA degree. Prerequisites: OLER 155, OLER 156 or permission of program coordinator. Semester offered: Spring.
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  • OLER 161: Winter Backcountry Travel

    2.00 Credits
    San Juan College

    This course is designed to cover the skills necessary for extended winter camping and travel in the backcountry on snowshoes or backcountry/ telemark skis. Basic ski and snowshoe technique will be taught. The class will cover the skills, theory and practices related to winter camping. Student will learn winter equipment selection and usage, snow shelter construction, stoves and cooking, cold related illnesses and avalanche safety. This course will meet physical education activity requirement for AA degree. Semester offered: Spring.
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  • OLER 163: Avalanche Clinic

    1.00 Credits
    San Juan College

    Designed to teach the basics of the avalanche phenomenon. Students will learn how to recognize potential hazards and how to evaluate snow pack conditions. The use of avalanche beacons, probe lines and searching techniques will be covered both in classroom sessions and in the field through simulated rescue situations. Upon successful completion of course, student will receive an Avalanche Level One (1) certification. This course does not meet physical education activity requirement for AA degree. Semester offered: Spring.
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  • OLER 165: Mountaineering

    2.00 Credits
    San Juan College

    Introduces the experienced backpacker to the basic skills of high alpine technical mountaineering. Topics include the alpine environment; route finding and navigation; movement over snow, ice, and rock; rope systems; equipment selection; safety, and evacuation procedures. This course will meet physical education activity requirement for AA degree. Semester offered: Spring.
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  • OLER 171: Canoeing

    2.00 Credits
    San Juan College

    This course will introduce students to canoeing on flatwater by covering the basic skills and safety techniques. As these skills develop, students will graduate to moving water and finally whitewater applications. Emphasis will be on river reading techniques, strokes, and single and tandem canoeing and safety. This course is an American Canoe Association basic canoe course. This course will meet physical education activity requirement for AA degree. Semester offered: Summer.
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