Departmental Advisors
Director, Undergraduate
Dr. Karen Paisley
Annex C, Room 1069
PRT Academic Advisor
Dr. Betsy Cook
Annex C, Room 1085
Director, Graduate Studies
Dr. Ed Ruddell
Annex C, Room 1066
Program Coordinators
Nate Bricker & Dr. Nate Furman
Annex C, Room 1106
Liaison, N.O.L.S.
Kirk Nichols
Annex C, Room 1107
Departmental Notes
For course descriptions and pre-requisite information click on the subject column next to the appropriate catalog number.
IT IS MANDATORY THAT STUDENTS ATTEND THE FIRST CLASS MEETING FOR ALL 1120 THROUGH 2015 CLASSES. NO REFUNDS ARE ISSUED AFTER THE 2nd DAY FOLLOWING THE 1st CLASS SESSION FOR A U-EXPLORE CLASS. Follow this link for photographs of the U-EXPLORE outdoor adventure courses: www.nrluutah.smugmug.com.
Attention: Classroom assignments may change between the time you
register and when classes begin. Please check your class schedule for the latest classroom location
information before attending class.
PRTL 120 - 001 NR-Outdoor Cooking & Camping
Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets Wed. August 23 only. Field trip Sept. 2 - 4. Overnight camping at a developed campground. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 120 - 001 NR-Outdoor Cooking & Camping
- Class Number: 2335
- Instructor: HAWKE, JENNY
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $332.00
- Seats Available: 2
Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets Wed. August 23 only. Field trip Sept. 2 - 4. Overnight camping at a developed campground. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 120 - 002 NR-Outdoor Cooking & Camping
Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets Sept. 12 only. Field trip Sep. 22-24. Overnight camping at a developed campground. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 120 - 002 NR-Outdoor Cooking & Camping
- Class Number: 2336
- Instructor: SABER, SINOOR
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $332.00
- Seats Available: 2
Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets Sept. 12 only. Field trip Sep. 22-24. Overnight camping at a developed campground. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 120 - 070 NR-Outdoor Cooking & Camping
Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after the 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets Oct. 3 only. Field trip Oct. 20 - 22. Overnight camping at a developed campground. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 120 - 070 NR-Outdoor Cooking & Camping
- Class Number: 6966
- Instructor: DICKINSON, TAYLOR
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $332.00
- Seats Available: 1
Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after the 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets Oct. 3 only. Field trip Oct. 20 - 22. Overnight camping at a developed campground. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 133 - 070 NR-Backpack Fly Fishing
Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after the 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets Sep. 26 only. Field trip Oct. 6- Oct. 8. This class meets at the Sand Campus. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 133 - 070 NR-Backpack Fly Fishing
- Class Number: 11891
- Instructor: LANDWARD, JOHN
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $342.00
- Seats Available: 2
Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after the 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets Sep. 26 only. Field trip Oct. 6- Oct. 8. This class meets at the Sand Campus. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
Class meets Aug 29 & Sept 12. Field trip Sept 8 - 10. Meet other photography minded students and learn the basics of landscape photography while exploring some of the many National and State Parks the Western States have to offer. Locations change each semester and will be announced at the beginning of each semester. Overnight (car) camping and hiking will be a part of this class. Students will need a camera with full manual exposure capabilities to be able to participate and complete course assignments (film or digital). Food is provided on this course. For more info contact Lane Peters at lane.peters@utah.edu. Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
- Class Number: 2337
- Instructor: PETERS, LANE
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $392.00
- Seats Available: 1
Class meets Aug 29 & Sept 12. Field trip Sept 8 - 10. Meet other photography minded students and learn the basics of landscape photography while exploring some of the many National and State Parks the Western States have to offer. Locations change each semester and will be announced at the beginning of each semester. Overnight (car) camping and hiking will be a part of this class. Students will need a camera with full manual exposure capabilities to be able to participate and complete course assignments (film or digital). Food is provided on this course. For more info contact Lane Peters at lane.peters@utah.edu. Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
Class meets Oct 5 & Oct 26. Field trip October 20 - 22. Meet other photography minded students and learn the basics of landscape photography while exploring some of the many National and State Parks the Western States have to offer. Locations change each semester and will be announced at the beginning of each semester. Overnight (car) camping and hiking will be a part of this class. Students will need a camera with full manual exposure capabilities to be able to participate and complete course assignments (film or digital). Food is provided on this course. For more info contact Lane Peters at lane.peters@utah.edu. Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
- Class Number: 17429
- Instructor: PETERS, LANE
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $392.00
- Seats Available: 2
Class meets Oct 5 & Oct 26. Field trip October 20 - 22. Meet other photography minded students and learn the basics of landscape photography while exploring some of the many National and State Parks the Western States have to offer. Locations change each semester and will be announced at the beginning of each semester. Overnight (car) camping and hiking will be a part of this class. Students will need a camera with full manual exposure capabilities to be able to participate and complete course assignments (film or digital). Food is provided on this course. For more info contact Lane Peters at lane.peters@utah.edu. Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 160 - 001 NR-Pistol Marksmanship
Classes are held from Aug 22 to Oct 3. First lecture attendance is mandatory and will be a combined introductory meeting with Sections 1 & 2, Aug 22 at 4:35 PM. Shooting sessions begin second week of class. No camping. Students will learn about and practice shooting range protocols, gun safety, as well as the physical and mental principles of marksmanship. Students will also learn to utilize proper pistol nomenclature in their on-range exercises and competition communications as well as learn to handle. 177 Olympic grade and .22 caliber pistols. Drops not possible after the 2nd day of class. Partial refund of special fees for those who utilize their own .22 caliber pistol. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 160 - 001 NR-Pistol Marksmanship
- Class Number: 5222
- Instructor: COLLINS, BRAD A
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $327.00
- Seats Available: 2
Classes are held from Aug 22 to Oct 3. First lecture attendance is mandatory and will be a combined introductory meeting with Sections 1 & 2, Aug 22 at 4:35 PM. Shooting sessions begin second week of class. No camping. Students will learn about and practice shooting range protocols, gun safety, as well as the physical and mental principles of marksmanship. Students will also learn to utilize proper pistol nomenclature in their on-range exercises and competition communications as well as learn to handle. 177 Olympic grade and .22 caliber pistols. Drops not possible after the 2nd day of class. Partial refund of special fees for those who utilize their own .22 caliber pistol. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 160 - 002 NR-Pistol Marksmanship
Classes are held from Aug 22 to Oct 3. First lecture attendance is mandatory and will be a combined introductory meeting with Sections 1 & 2, Aug 22 at 4:35 PM. Shooting sessions begin second week of class. No camping. Students will learn about and practice shooting range protocols, gun safety, as well as the physical and mental principles of marksmanship. Students will also learn to utilize proper pistol nomenclature in their on-range exercises and competition communications as well as learn to handle. 177 Olympic grade and .22 caliber pistols. Drops not possible after the 2nd day of class. Partial refund of special fees for those who utilize their own .22 caliber pistol. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 160 - 002 NR-Pistol Marksmanship
- Class Number: 17654
- Instructor: COLLINS, BRAD A
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $327.00
- Seats Available: 2
Classes are held from Aug 22 to Oct 3. First lecture attendance is mandatory and will be a combined introductory meeting with Sections 1 & 2, Aug 22 at 4:35 PM. Shooting sessions begin second week of class. No camping. Students will learn about and practice shooting range protocols, gun safety, as well as the physical and mental principles of marksmanship. Students will also learn to utilize proper pistol nomenclature in their on-range exercises and competition communications as well as learn to handle. 177 Olympic grade and .22 caliber pistols. Drops not possible after the 2nd day of class. Partial refund of special fees for those who utilize their own .22 caliber pistol. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 160 - 003 NR-Pistol Marksmanship
Classes are held from Oct 17 to Nov. 28. First lecture attendance is mandatory and will be a combined introductory meeting with Sections 3 & 4 Oct 17 at 4:35 PM. Shooting sessions begin second week of class. No camping. Students will learn about and practice shooting range protocols, gun safety, as well as the physical and mental principles of marksmanship. Students will also learn to utilize proper pistol nomenclature in their on-range exercises and competition communications as well as learn to handle. 177 Olympic grade and .22 caliber pistols. Drops not possible after the 2nd day of class. Partial refund of special fees for those who utilize their own .22 caliber pistol. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 160 - 003 NR-Pistol Marksmanship
- Class Number: 8359
- Instructor: COLLINS, BRAD A
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $327.00
- Seats Available: 2
Classes are held from Oct 17 to Nov. 28. First lecture attendance is mandatory and will be a combined introductory meeting with Sections 3 & 4 Oct 17 at 4:35 PM. Shooting sessions begin second week of class. No camping. Students will learn about and practice shooting range protocols, gun safety, as well as the physical and mental principles of marksmanship. Students will also learn to utilize proper pistol nomenclature in their on-range exercises and competition communications as well as learn to handle. 177 Olympic grade and .22 caliber pistols. Drops not possible after the 2nd day of class. Partial refund of special fees for those who utilize their own .22 caliber pistol. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 160 - 004 NR-Pistol Marksmanship
Classes are held from Oct 17 to Nov 28. First lecture attendance is mandatory and will be a combined introductory meeting with Sections 3 & 4, Oct 17 at 4:35 PM. Shooting sessions begin second week of class. No camping. Students will learn about and practice shooting range protocols, gun safety, as well as the physical and mental principles of marksmanship. Students will also learn to utilize proper pistol nomenclature in their on-range exercises and competition communications as well as learn to handle. 177 Olympic grade and .22 caliber pistols. Drops not possible after the 2nd day of class. Partial refund of special fees for those who utilize their own .22 caliber pistol. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 160 - 004 NR-Pistol Marksmanship
- Class Number: 5223
- Instructor: COLLINS, BRAD A
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $327.00
- Seats Available: 2
Classes are held from Oct 17 to Nov 28. First lecture attendance is mandatory and will be a combined introductory meeting with Sections 3 & 4, Oct 17 at 4:35 PM. Shooting sessions begin second week of class. No camping. Students will learn about and practice shooting range protocols, gun safety, as well as the physical and mental principles of marksmanship. Students will also learn to utilize proper pistol nomenclature in their on-range exercises and competition communications as well as learn to handle. 177 Olympic grade and .22 caliber pistols. Drops not possible after the 2nd day of class. Partial refund of special fees for those who utilize their own .22 caliber pistol. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 161 - 001 Rifle Marksmanship
Classes are held from Aug 23 to October 4. First Class meeting attendance is mandatory and meets on August 23 at 5:30pm. Shooting sessions begin second week of class. No camping. Students will learn about and practice shooting range protocols, gun safety, as well as the physical and mental principles of marksmanship. Students will also learn to utilize proper rifle nomenclature in their on-range exercises and competition communications as well as learn to handle .177 Olympic grade, air rifles. Drops not possible after 2nd day of class. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 161 - 001 Rifle Marksmanship
- Class Number: 12482
- Instructor: SHEYA, RICH
- Instructor: SIMON, CLINTON G
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $327.00
- Seats Available: 1
Classes are held from Aug 23 to October 4. First Class meeting attendance is mandatory and meets on August 23 at 5:30pm. Shooting sessions begin second week of class. No camping. Students will learn about and practice shooting range protocols, gun safety, as well as the physical and mental principles of marksmanship. Students will also learn to utilize proper rifle nomenclature in their on-range exercises and competition communications as well as learn to handle .177 Olympic grade, air rifles. Drops not possible after 2nd day of class. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 161 - 003 Rifle Marksmanship
Classes are held from Oct 18 to Nov 29. First Class meeting attendance is mandatory and meets on Oct 18 at 5:30pm. Shooting sessions begin second week of class. No camping. Students will learn about and practice shooting range protocols, gun safety, as well as the physical and mental principles of marksmanship. Students will also learn to utilize proper rifle nomenclature in their on-range exercises and competition communications as well as learn to handle .177 Olympic grade, air rifles. Drops not possible after 2nd day of class. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 161 - 003 Rifle Marksmanship
- Class Number: 12484
- Instructor: SHEYA, RICH
- Instructor: SIMON, CLINTON G
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $327.00
- Seats Available: 2
Classes are held from Oct 18 to Nov 29. First Class meeting attendance is mandatory and meets on Oct 18 at 5:30pm. Shooting sessions begin second week of class. No camping. Students will learn about and practice shooting range protocols, gun safety, as well as the physical and mental principles of marksmanship. Students will also learn to utilize proper rifle nomenclature in their on-range exercises and competition communications as well as learn to handle .177 Olympic grade, air rifles. Drops not possible after 2nd day of class. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 219 - 001 NR-Day Hikes Wasatch
Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets Sept. 5 from 1:00-3:00pm. Field program 1pm to 7pm Sep 8, 15, 22. No camping. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 219 - 001 NR-Day Hikes Wasatch
- Class Number: 8752
- Instructor: PACKARD, MICHAEL
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $260.00
- Seats Available: 2
Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets Sept. 5 from 1:00-3:00pm. Field program 1pm to 7pm Sep 8, 15, 22. No camping. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets Sept. 11 only. Field work Sept 22-24. Overnight backpacking and camping, Utah mountains. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
- Class Number: 10000
- Instructor: SMITH, DANIEL
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $319.00
- Seats Available: 3
Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets Sept. 11 only. Field work Sept 22-24. Overnight backpacking and camping, Utah mountains. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 220 - 002 NR-Autumn Backpacking
Backpacking: Resource management issues, skills, safety, and consumerism. Class meets Sept. 19 only. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. Field program Sep. 29, 30, Oct. 1. Ideas and approaches to environmental ethics associated with backpacking on federal lands. THIS COURSE IS TAUGHT BY WOMEN AND CREATED FOR A FEMALE PERSPECTIVE. Techniques, backcountry specific information and discussions directed and pertaining to females will be a large part of course. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 220 - 002 NR-Autumn Backpacking
- Class Number: 11220
- Instructor: GORTON, CLAIRE
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $319.00
- Seats Available: 1
Backpacking: Resource management issues, skills, safety, and consumerism. Class meets Sept. 19 only. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. Field program Sep. 29, 30, Oct. 1. Ideas and approaches to environmental ethics associated with backpacking on federal lands. THIS COURSE IS TAUGHT BY WOMEN AND CREATED FOR A FEMALE PERSPECTIVE. Techniques, backcountry specific information and discussions directed and pertaining to females will be a large part of course. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 220 - 003 NR-Autumn Backpacking
Registration with permission from instructor only. Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets Sept. 11 only. Field program Sep 22, 23, 24. Overnight backpacking and camping, Utah mountains. This Autumn backpacking course section is required for PRT major and minor students who are registered second semester students in the Outdoor Recreation Studies - PRT 5720. If this describes you, please contact the instructor for a conversation and permission code. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 220 - 003 NR-Autumn Backpacking
- Class Number: 17423
- Instructor: NICHOLS, KIRK
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $319.00
- Seats Available: 2
Registration with permission from instructor only. Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets Sept. 11 only. Field program Sep 22, 23, 24. Overnight backpacking and camping, Utah mountains. This Autumn backpacking course section is required for PRT major and minor students who are registered second semester students in the Outdoor Recreation Studies - PRT 5720. If this describes you, please contact the instructor for a conversation and permission code. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
Attendance at first meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after second day following this meeting. Class meets Sept. 25 only. Field program Oct. 6-8. Overnight backpacking and camping. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
- Class Number: 2375
- Instructor: SMITH, DANIEL
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $325.00
- Seats Available: 0
Attendance at first meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after second day following this meeting. Class meets Sept. 25 only. Field program Oct. 6-8. Overnight backpacking and camping. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 224 - 001 NR-Desert Backpacking
Attendance at first class mandatory. Drops not possible after second day following this meeting. Class meets Sept. 27 only. Field program Oct. 6-8. Overnight backpacking and camping. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 224 - 001 NR-Desert Backpacking
- Class Number: 2340
- Instructor: HAWKE, JENNY
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $333.00
- Seats Available: 1
Attendance at first class mandatory. Drops not possible after second day following this meeting. Class meets Sept. 27 only. Field program Oct. 6-8. Overnight backpacking and camping. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 226 - 001 NR-Map & Compass
Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after second day following this meeting. Class meets Aug. 29 only. Field program Sept. 2, 8:00am - 6:00pm. No camping. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 226 - 001 NR-Map & Compass
- Class Number: 2374
- Instructor: PACKARD, MICHAEL
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $268.00
- Seats Available: 4
Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after second day following this meeting. Class meets Aug. 29 only. Field program Sept. 2, 8:00am - 6:00pm. No camping. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 230 - 001 NR-Rock Climbing I
Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. No drops after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets Aug 29 only. Climbing Fri, Sat, Sun, Sept. 8-10. Surrounding Salt Lake City area. Introduction to vertical rock climbing. Top rope climbing fundamentals including proper equipment selection & usage, top rope climbing/rappelling, basic climbing technique, and anchor building. Contact nate.smith@mountained.com with questions. If interested in vertical self rescue see PRTL 1280, 1282, 1284 below. No overnight camping. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 230 - 001 NR-Rock Climbing I
- Class Number: 10054
- Instructor: SMITH, NATHAN
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $407.00
- Seats Available: 3
Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. No drops after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets Aug 29 only. Climbing Fri, Sat, Sun, Sept. 8-10. Surrounding Salt Lake City area. Introduction to vertical rock climbing. Top rope climbing fundamentals including proper equipment selection & usage, top rope climbing/rappelling, basic climbing technique, and anchor building. Contact nate.smith@mountained.com with questions. If interested in vertical self rescue see PRTL 1280, 1282, 1284 below. No overnight camping. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 230 - 002 NR-Rock Climbing I
Learn the basics of outdoor rock climbing while spending the weekend in Southern Utah. Locations periodically change and will be announced at the beginning of each semester. FOOD WILL BE PROVIDED ON THIS COURSE. Class meets on campus October 24th. Climbing field trip November 3-5. This course focuses on the fundamentals of top-rope climbing which include: proper anchor building, belaying, climbing movement, rappelling, and other safe climbing practices. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. No drops after the second day following the meeting. For additional information contact Nick Rushford at nick.rushford@utah.edu. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 230 - 002 NR-Rock Climbing I
- Class Number: 10056
- Instructor: RUSHFORD, NICK
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $407.00
- Seats Available: 2
Learn the basics of outdoor rock climbing while spending the weekend in Southern Utah. Locations periodically change and will be announced at the beginning of each semester. FOOD WILL BE PROVIDED ON THIS COURSE. Class meets on campus October 24th. Climbing field trip November 3-5. This course focuses on the fundamentals of top-rope climbing which include: proper anchor building, belaying, climbing movement, rappelling, and other safe climbing practices. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. No drops after the second day following the meeting. For additional information contact Nick Rushford at nick.rushford@utah.edu. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 230 - 003 NR-Rock Climbing I
Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. No drops after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets November 07 only. Climbing Fri, Sat, Sun, Nov 17 - 19, in Moab, UT with overnight camping. Intro to vertical rock climbing. Top rope climbing fundamentals including proper equipment selection & usage, top rope climbing/rappelling, basic climbing technique, and anchor building. Contact nate.smith@mountained.com with questions. If interested in vertical self rescue see PRTL 1280, 1282, 1284 below. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 230 - 003 NR-Rock Climbing I
- Class Number: 10055
- Instructor: SMITH, NATHAN
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $407.00
- Seats Available: 2
Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. No drops after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets November 07 only. Climbing Fri, Sat, Sun, Nov 17 - 19, in Moab, UT with overnight camping. Intro to vertical rock climbing. Top rope climbing fundamentals including proper equipment selection & usage, top rope climbing/rappelling, basic climbing technique, and anchor building. Contact nate.smith@mountained.com with questions. If interested in vertical self rescue see PRTL 1280, 1282, 1284 below. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 231 - 001 NR-Rock Climbing II
Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. No drops after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets September 5 only. Climbing Fri, Sat, Sun, September 15 - 17 in surrounding SLC area. Review of top rope rock climbing fundamentals. Introduction to rock lead climbing principals. Sport lead climbing will be taught and practiced. Prior rock climbing experience is recommended. Contact Nate.Smith@mountained.com. If interested in vertical self-rescue see PRTL 1280, 1282, 1284 below. No overnight camping. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 231 - 001 NR-Rock Climbing II
- Class Number: 8382
- Instructor: SMITH, NATHAN
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $407.00
- Seats Available: 1
Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. No drops after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets September 5 only. Climbing Fri, Sat, Sun, September 15 - 17 in surrounding SLC area. Review of top rope rock climbing fundamentals. Introduction to rock lead climbing principals. Sport lead climbing will be taught and practiced. Prior rock climbing experience is recommended. Contact Nate.Smith@mountained.com. If interested in vertical self-rescue see PRTL 1280, 1282, 1284 below. No overnight camping. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 231 - 002 NR-Rock Climbing II
This outdoor climbing course covers the fundamentals of sport leading during a weekend campout in Southern Utah. Locations periodically change and will be announced at the beginning of each semester. FOOD WILL BE PROVIDED ON THIS COURSE. Class meets on campus October 26th. Climbing field trip November 10-12. This class is meant for those with some rock climbing experience and are looking to expand their skills. It focuses on the fundamentals of sport leading on rock, which include: proper anchor building, lead belaying, clipping, lead climbing movement, anchor cleaning and rappelling, and other safe climbing practices. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. No drops after the second day following the meeting. For additional information contact Nick Rushford at nick.rushford@utah.edu. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 231 - 002 NR-Rock Climbing II
- Class Number: 10002
- Instructor: RUSHFORD, NICK
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $407.00
- Seats Available: 3
This outdoor climbing course covers the fundamentals of sport leading during a weekend campout in Southern Utah. Locations periodically change and will be announced at the beginning of each semester. FOOD WILL BE PROVIDED ON THIS COURSE. Class meets on campus October 26th. Climbing field trip November 10-12. This class is meant for those with some rock climbing experience and are looking to expand their skills. It focuses on the fundamentals of sport leading on rock, which include: proper anchor building, lead belaying, clipping, lead climbing movement, anchor cleaning and rappelling, and other safe climbing practices. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. No drops after the second day following the meeting. For additional information contact Nick Rushford at nick.rushford@utah.edu. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 232 - 001 NR-Rock Climb III Sem
Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. No drops following 2nd day after this meeting. Class meets September 12 only. Field program to Wasatch (no overnight camping), September 22 - 24. Progression from Rock Level I and II courses. Intro to traditional lead climbing principles. Prior lead climbing recommended. Contact nate.smith@mountained.com. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 232 - 001 NR-Rock Climb III Sem
- Class Number: 10832
- Instructor: SMITH, NATHAN
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $407.00
- Seats Available: 4
Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. No drops following 2nd day after this meeting. Class meets September 12 only. Field program to Wasatch (no overnight camping), September 22 - 24. Progression from Rock Level I and II courses. Intro to traditional lead climbing principles. Prior lead climbing recommended. Contact nate.smith@mountained.com. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 233 - 001 NR- Rock IV
Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets September 12 only. Climbing Fri, Sat, Sun, September 22-24. Surrounding Salt Lake City area. Progression from the Rock Level 1, 2 & 3 courses. An introduction to multi-pitch climbing fundamentals and top site considerations will be taught and practiced. Prior lead climbing experience is recommended. Contact Nate.Smith@MountainED.com. If interested in vertical self rescue see PRTL 1280, 1282, 1284 below. No overnight camping. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 233 - 001 NR- Rock IV
- Class Number: 10188
- Instructor: SMITH, NATHAN
- Component: Activity
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $407.00
- Seats Available: 3
Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets September 12 only. Climbing Fri, Sat, Sun, September 22-24. Surrounding Salt Lake City area. Progression from the Rock Level 1, 2 & 3 courses. An introduction to multi-pitch climbing fundamentals and top site considerations will be taught and practiced. Prior lead climbing experience is recommended. Contact Nate.Smith@MountainED.com. If interested in vertical self rescue see PRTL 1280, 1282, 1284 below. No overnight camping. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 237 - 001 NR-Indoor Rock Climbing I
Attendance at 1st class is mandatory. Drops not possible following 2nd day after this meeting. Classes meet at Momentum Climbing Gym, located in Millcreek (3173 E 3300 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84109). Special fee includes use of Momentum facilities and gear. Contact nate.smith@mountained.com with questions. Climbing, Aug. 21, 28, Sept. 11, 18, 25, Oct. 2, 16, 23, 30, Nov. 6, 13, 20, 27 Dec. 4. Fee includes use of Momentum facilities and gear. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 237 - 001 NR-Indoor Rock Climbing I
- Class Number: 13403
- Instructor: SMITH, NATHAN
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $407.00
- Seats Available: 3
Attendance at 1st class is mandatory. Drops not possible following 2nd day after this meeting. Classes meet at Momentum Climbing Gym, located in Millcreek (3173 E 3300 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84109). Special fee includes use of Momentum facilities and gear. Contact nate.smith@mountained.com with questions. Climbing, Aug. 21, 28, Sept. 11, 18, 25, Oct. 2, 16, 23, 30, Nov. 6, 13, 20, 27 Dec. 4. Fee includes use of Momentum facilities and gear. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 241 - 001 Mountain Bike Wasatch
3-day bike course. Attendance at Sept. 12 classroom session is mandatory. Field trips Sept 22, 23. No overnight camping. Course will cover technical mountain biking skills on single track with emphasis on safety, trail etiquette, multiple user conflict, environmental ethics, resource management associated with mountain biking in Utah's Wasatch Range, and common bike repairs and maintenance. Drops not possible after second day following this meeting. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 241 - 001 Mountain Bike Wasatch
- Class Number: 11111
- Instructor: BROWN, JEFFERY
- Instructor: Kalwies, CATHERINE
- Component: Activity
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $263.00
- Seats Available: 2
3-day bike course. Attendance at Sept. 12 classroom session is mandatory. Field trips Sept 22, 23. No overnight camping. Course will cover technical mountain biking skills on single track with emphasis on safety, trail etiquette, multiple user conflict, environmental ethics, resource management associated with mountain biking in Utah's Wasatch Range, and common bike repairs and maintenance. Drops not possible after second day following this meeting. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 243 - 001 Intro to Bikepacking
Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after the 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets August 28th only in HPR N 226. Field trip September 22-24th. Bikepacking—or, backpacking by mountain bike—is an increasingly popular way to learn about the outdoors. This introductory class is designed to teach students about an alternative choice of human powered adventure for outdoor enthusiasts. Bikepacking allows the adventurist to cover more miles than hiking as well as accessing dirt roads and trails that are otherwise inaccessible to other vehicles. In this class we will cover various aspects of bikepacking including outfitting bikes, gear to bring, and tips for planning trips. Students will learn about public land policy, be more fluent in conservation issues critical to the State of Utah, and practice minimum-impact travel and camping techniques.
PRTL 243 - 001 Intro to Bikepacking
- Class Number: 17915
- Instructor: RANDALL, NATALIE
- Component: Activity
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $377.00
- Seats Available: 5
Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after the 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets August 28th only in HPR N 226. Field trip September 22-24th. Bikepacking—or, backpacking by mountain bike—is an increasingly popular way to learn about the outdoors. This introductory class is designed to teach students about an alternative choice of human powered adventure for outdoor enthusiasts. Bikepacking allows the adventurist to cover more miles than hiking as well as accessing dirt roads and trails that are otherwise inaccessible to other vehicles. In this class we will cover various aspects of bikepacking including outfitting bikes, gear to bring, and tips for planning trips. Students will learn about public land policy, be more fluent in conservation issues critical to the State of Utah, and practice minimum-impact travel and camping techniques.
PRTL 244 - 001 Bike Commuting
Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets Tuesday, September 19th, from 6:00pm to 9:00pm only. Field trips October 1st and October 7th. The fundamental techniques, strategies and skills to commute to school, work, and social events by bicycle will be examined, discussed and applied during this course. This will be taught with a combination of handouts, videos, and on bike sessions. This section will provide students exceptional opportunities to gain knowledge of the Salt Lake Valley area, preferable bike routes, and explore some notable landmarks and cultural venues. Students will be given the opportunity to discuss and try out appropriate biking equipment for communing, explore bike friendly routes, and practice safe and confident handling of their bikes in a controlled setting and in an urban setting with traffic. Additional topics, strategies, and research will be covered to illuminate the numerous benefits that active transportation methods provide to participants and to communities in general. This course will provide information and experiences for those wishing to begin commuting by bike as well as those who currently bike and would like to improve their skills, confidence, and their knowledge of the geographical terrain in the Salt Lake City area. No overnight camping. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 244 - 001 Bike Commuting
- Class Number: 18091
- Instructor: GARDNER, ERIC T
- Component: Activity
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $327.00
- Seats Available: 5
Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets Tuesday, September 19th, from 6:00pm to 9:00pm only. Field trips October 1st and October 7th. The fundamental techniques, strategies and skills to commute to school, work, and social events by bicycle will be examined, discussed and applied during this course. This will be taught with a combination of handouts, videos, and on bike sessions. This section will provide students exceptional opportunities to gain knowledge of the Salt Lake Valley area, preferable bike routes, and explore some notable landmarks and cultural venues. Students will be given the opportunity to discuss and try out appropriate biking equipment for communing, explore bike friendly routes, and practice safe and confident handling of their bikes in a controlled setting and in an urban setting with traffic. Additional topics, strategies, and research will be covered to illuminate the numerous benefits that active transportation methods provide to participants and to communities in general. This course will provide information and experiences for those wishing to begin commuting by bike as well as those who currently bike and would like to improve their skills, confidence, and their knowledge of the geographical terrain in the Salt Lake City area. No overnight camping. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 252 - 001 Hike Canyonlands N.P.
Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets Oct. 16 only. Field program October 27-29. Day hikes and overnight camping in Canyonlands N.P. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 252 - 001 Hike Canyonlands N.P.
- Class Number: 2338
- Instructor: NICHOLS, GARY
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $340.00
- Seats Available: -1
Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets Oct. 16 only. Field program October 27-29. Day hikes and overnight camping in Canyonlands N.P. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 256 - 001 NR-Hike Arches Park
Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. Due to proposed construction and maintenance in Arches National Park where we will be camping we may have to divert this class to Capitol Reef National Park instead of Arches. Please contact Nate Bricker (801) 585.5560 for more information. Drops not possible after 2nd day following the first class meeting. Class meets Oct 23 only. Field program Nov 3-5. Overnight camping, day hikes. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 256 - 001 NR-Hike Arches Park
- Class Number: 7208
- Instructor: NICHOLS, GARY
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $340.00
- Seats Available: 1
Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. Due to proposed construction and maintenance in Arches National Park where we will be camping we may have to divert this class to Capitol Reef National Park instead of Arches. Please contact Nate Bricker (801) 585.5560 for more information. Drops not possible after 2nd day following the first class meeting. Class meets Oct 23 only. Field program Nov 3-5. Overnight camping, day hikes. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 262 - 001 NR-Lightweight Backpack
Attendance at first class is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets Wed., Sept. 6 only. Field program Fri-Sun, Sept 15-17. Overnight Camping. Students will finish this course with the skills and knowledge to reduce their current pack weight dramatically without compromising safety or comforts. Students will demonstrate competency in fundamental lightweight backpacking skills. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 262 - 001 NR-Lightweight Backpack
- Class Number: 9248
- Instructor: BERNSTEIN, JAMIE
- Component: Field Studies
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $355.00
- Seats Available: 1
Attendance at first class is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets Wed., Sept. 6 only. Field program Fri-Sun, Sept 15-17. Overnight Camping. Students will finish this course with the skills and knowledge to reduce their current pack weight dramatically without compromising safety or comforts. Students will demonstrate competency in fundamental lightweight backpacking skills. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
Attendance at both class meetings (prior to field trip) is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following the first class meeting. 1st of a 3- course series, but may be taken on its own. Technical skills taught based on the ACA International Level 1 standards such as Logistics and Safety, Leave No Trace Ethics, Basic Knots, Intro to Anchors and Rigging, Rappelling and Belaying, Self Rescue and more. Class meets Tuesdays August 22 and August 29. Overnight Camping Field trip all day Fri-Sun September 1 - 3. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php. If you have any questions please contact your instructor for this class at drtigner@tignerfamily.org
- Class Number: 6859
- Instructor: Tigner, Roscoe
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $412.00
- Seats Available: 2
Attendance at both class meetings (prior to field trip) is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following the first class meeting. 1st of a 3- course series, but may be taken on its own. Technical skills taught based on the ACA International Level 1 standards such as Logistics and Safety, Leave No Trace Ethics, Basic Knots, Intro to Anchors and Rigging, Rappelling and Belaying, Self Rescue and more. Class meets Tuesdays August 22 and August 29. Overnight Camping Field trip all day Fri-Sun September 1 - 3. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php. If you have any questions please contact your instructor for this class at drtigner@tignerfamily.org
INSTRUCTOR CONSENT is required to register for this class. This class is being offered to students enrolled in (Work, Wellness and the Great Outdoors Learning Community - UGS 2300) This outdoor lab/class is scheduled for students taking (Work, Wellness and the Great Outdoors Learning Community - UGS 2300). Both class meetings (prior to field trip) are mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following the first class meeting. Technical skills taught based on the ACA International Level 1 standards such as Logistics and Safety, Leave No Trace Ethics, Basic Knots, Intro to Anchors and Rigging, Rappelling and Belaying, Self Rescue and more. Class meets Tuesdays August 22 from 5:30-9 PM in SFEBB 3106 and Wednesday August 23 from 6-9 PM in HPR N 242. Overnight Camping Field trip all day Fri-Sun August 25 - 27. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php. If you have any questions please contact your instructor for this class at drtigner@tignerfamily.org
- Class Number: 18688
- Instructor: Tigner, Roscoe
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $412.00
- Seats Available: 4
INSTRUCTOR CONSENT is required to register for this class. This class is being offered to students enrolled in (Work, Wellness and the Great Outdoors Learning Community - UGS 2300) This outdoor lab/class is scheduled for students taking (Work, Wellness and the Great Outdoors Learning Community - UGS 2300). Both class meetings (prior to field trip) are mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following the first class meeting. Technical skills taught based on the ACA International Level 1 standards such as Logistics and Safety, Leave No Trace Ethics, Basic Knots, Intro to Anchors and Rigging, Rappelling and Belaying, Self Rescue and more. Class meets Tuesdays August 22 from 5:30-9 PM in SFEBB 3106 and Wednesday August 23 from 6-9 PM in HPR N 242. Overnight Camping Field trip all day Fri-Sun August 25 - 27. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php. If you have any questions please contact your instructor for this class at drtigner@tignerfamily.org
PRTL 264 - 001 Canyoneering II: Adv
Attendance at both class meetings (prior to field program) is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following the first class meeting. Class meets Wednesday's, September 20, and September 27. Overnight Camping Field trip all day Fri-Sun September 29th - October 1. Technical skills taught based on the ACA International Level 2 standards such as Navigation, Map Reading, Knot Craft, Anchors, Rigging, On Rope Techniques, Campanion Rescue, ascending fixed ropes, passing a knot, and much more. This is the second course of three. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php If you have any questions please contact your instructor for this class at drtigner@tignerfamily.org.
PRTL 264 - 001 Canyoneering II: Adv
- Class Number: 9247
- Instructor: Tigner, Roscoe
- Component: Lecture
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $412.00
- Seats Available: 2
Attendance at both class meetings (prior to field program) is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following the first class meeting. Class meets Wednesday's, September 20, and September 27. Overnight Camping Field trip all day Fri-Sun September 29th - October 1. Technical skills taught based on the ACA International Level 2 standards such as Navigation, Map Reading, Knot Craft, Anchors, Rigging, On Rope Techniques, Campanion Rescue, ascending fixed ropes, passing a knot, and much more. This is the second course of three. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php If you have any questions please contact your instructor for this class at drtigner@tignerfamily.org.
PRTL 285 - 001 Intro to Mtn Guiding
Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after the 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets Nov 1, 2, and 3 only. Field classes Nov 4-5. This course prepares students for a career in mountain guiding. Course content includes client management, client security, guide security, route planning and selection, group dynamics, risk management, skill development and certifications, guiding career opportunities, and professionalism. Additional focus will include permitting through United States National Forest, Bureau of Land Management, National Park Service, and State Parks. Emphasis on minimum-impact wilderness travel and public land policy is included. Students should have competency in either (a) rock climbing, (b) ice climbing, (c) mountaineering, or (d) skiing before enrolling in this course. This course is taught by an AMGA certified guide. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 285 - 001 Intro to Mtn Guiding
- Class Number: 18059
- Instructor: Lovell, Zach
- Component: Activity
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $347.00
- Seats Available: 2
Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after the 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets Nov 1, 2, and 3 only. Field classes Nov 4-5. This course prepares students for a career in mountain guiding. Course content includes client management, client security, guide security, route planning and selection, group dynamics, risk management, skill development and certifications, guiding career opportunities, and professionalism. Additional focus will include permitting through United States National Forest, Bureau of Land Management, National Park Service, and State Parks. Emphasis on minimum-impact wilderness travel and public land policy is included. Students should have competency in either (a) rock climbing, (b) ice climbing, (c) mountaineering, or (d) skiing before enrolling in this course. This course is taught by an AMGA certified guide. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php