PRT 5740 - Adventure and Outdoor Programming III

This is a capstone course in the PRT Adventure and Outdoor Programs specialization. Students will learn, in the classroom, the field, and on a 7 day backpacking outing, about safely leading, teaching, organizing, and managing outdoor field courses. Students will review and apply various leadership theories. Students will examine and practice persistent outdoor leader skills, qualities, experiences, training, and character. During this course, students will lead and teach each other in a wild and remote environment. Students will carry heavy packs and hike, snowshoe, and camp under challenging weather conditions.