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Backpacking (WLE 157)

Term: 2019-2020 Academic Year Fall

Faculty

Jayne R FoughtShow MyInfo popup for Jayne R Fought
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Schedule

Wed, 8:00 AM - 10:30 AM (8/20/2019 - 10/9/2019) Location: MAIN WJON 021
Sun, 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM (10/5/2019 - 10/6/2019) Location: MAIN WJON 021

Description

This course is designed to teach the basics of backpacking. The curriculum covers equipment and its use, trip planning, navigation with a map and compass and travel techniques, meal planning and cooking, shelter construction, and safety and risk management. Environmental stewardship and an appreciation for public and private lands are emphasized throughout the course. A weekend trip is required. Meets General Education Distribution Area V.1.