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Looking to burn off a little steam Grab a bike and ride dirt roads and local double and single track trails. Explore the woods in low or high gear while cranking up hills, cruising down hills, and pausing at scenic overlooks. Through the course students learn essential skills such as riding techniques, bike maintenance, leave no trace practices, map reading, and dressing for the outdoors. Note: Participants must provide their own mountain bike (inquire about rentals) and helmet. No experience necessary.
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Want to try out diverse outdoor activities Students romp around the local area while Geo-caching (using GPS to locate hidden treasures). Students spend a day paddling around Lake Moraine and a day learning basic survival skills. This course has something for everyone. A great way to explore the elements of the outdoors and have new adventures in the local area. $15 fee.
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Split your time between land and water! Explore some of the most interesting spots in the Chenango Valley regardless of whether they're wet or dry. Students learn more about their home here and leave feeling well acquainted with local hiking and canoeing options.
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Can't decide Sign up for the sampler! Who knows what the spring weather will bring Students are prepared to hike, snow shoe, climb at the wall, canoe, or whatever else Mother Nature throws at us.
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3.00 Credits
Students master the art of canoe travel on local waterways of the Chenango Valley, including use of the infamous "J" stroke. These skills are put to use during a weekend canoe/camping trip in the Adirondacks. Instruction begins with the basics of how to pack, paddle, and carry the canoe, then moves on to more advanced skills such as canoe rescues and portaging.
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Come feel the magic of the cross-bow draw! Learn the nuances of tandem open canoeing with Outdoor Education. Class one teaches students basic strokes and maneuvers on Lake Moraine, and the second introduces students to paddling in current. Finally, a Saturday outing allows students to test skills on a local waterway.
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Yes, there are fish in Payne Creek! Students learn the basics of fly fishing casting, river ecology, and angler ethics while putting catch and release practices into play. No experience needed. New York state fishing license required (available locally).
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The Colgate experience can include much more than what you find on campus. This course provides a unique opportunity to go beyond the Colgate campus and develop your own "sense of place" with this rural landscape. Through a series of experiential outings, students have the chance to discover your new "backyard." Students learn about local plants, animals, events, and people that have shaped Hamilton's history, and the watershed that sustains it. Outings include local day hikes, canoeing and kayaking on the Sangerfield River, a trip to a local organic farm, climbing at the Colgate Wall and an insider's tour of downtown Hamilton. Students also discuss strategies for environmentally responsible livin
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Get your feet wet and enjoy the thrill of whitewater kayaking - the hottest sport around! You progress from flat water to moving water to white water and learn the basic strokes, river reading and safety, eddy turns, peel outs, ferries, and can try your hand at the Eskimo roll. Guaranteed fun!
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3.00 Credits
Learn basic self-rescues, strokes, and other skills to set you up for success on open water - lake, rivers or the ocean environment. Students also work on mastering brace strokes and the Eskimo roll to help with on-water stability. Participants must be able to swim and should feel comfortable holding their breath underwater.
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