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&Camp
Everything tastes better when cooking outdoors! Stir up some delicious food while learning multiple cooking techniques and tools: two-burner stoves, whisperlight backpacking stoves, canister stoves, and/or dutch ovens. Students will camp at a front-range campground and learn about campsite selection, camping equipment, and how to prepare for their own camping adventure. Class meets on-campus on Mar. 27 only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be Apr. 4-6. Overnight camping. *Drops are not possible after the second day following the first class meeting.* To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php.here may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the pre-course meeting.
PRTL 120 - 001 NR-Outdoor Cooking&Camp
- Class Number: 1394
- Instructor: TOOHEY, KYLE
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $388.00
- Seats Available: 4
Everything tastes better when cooking outdoors! Stir up some delicious food while learning multiple cooking techniques and tools: two-burner stoves, whisperlight backpacking stoves, canister stoves, and/or dutch ovens. Students will camp at a front-range campground and learn about campsite selection, camping equipment, and how to prepare for their own camping adventure. Class meets on-campus on Mar. 27 only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be Apr. 4-6. Overnight camping. *Drops are not possible after the second day following the first class meeting.* To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php.here may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the pre-course meeting.
PRTL 120 - 070 NR-Outdoor Cooking&Camp
Everything tastes better when cooking outdoors! Stir up some delicious food while learning multiple cooking techniques and tools: two-burner stoves, whisperlight backpacking stoves, canister stoves, and/or dutch ovens. Students will camp at a front-range campground and learn about campsite selection, camping equipment, and how to prepare for their own camping adventure. Class meets on-campus on April 1 only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be April 18-20. Overnight camping. *Drops are not possible after the second day following the first class meeting.* To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php . This class meets at the Sandy Campus at 10011 Centennial Parkway, Suite 100, Sandy. For directions call 801.587.2520 or visit https://sandy.utah.edu. There may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the pre-course meeting.
PRTL 120 - 070 NR-Outdoor Cooking&Camp
- Class Number: 1395
- Instructor: HAWKE, JENNY
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $388.00
- Seats Available: 4
Everything tastes better when cooking outdoors! Stir up some delicious food while learning multiple cooking techniques and tools: two-burner stoves, whisperlight backpacking stoves, canister stoves, and/or dutch ovens. Students will camp at a front-range campground and learn about campsite selection, camping equipment, and how to prepare for their own camping adventure. Class meets on-campus on April 1 only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be April 18-20. Overnight camping. *Drops are not possible after the second day following the first class meeting.* To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php . This class meets at the Sandy Campus at 10011 Centennial Parkway, Suite 100, Sandy. For directions call 801.587.2520 or visit https://sandy.utah.edu. There may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the pre-course meeting.
PRTL 150 - 001 NR-Nature Photography
Capture a lasting image of the amazing Utah landscape on your exploration of one of our many diverse scenic areas. Go way beyond selfies working with your SLR or DSLR camera to complete your course assignments. Locations frequently change each semester so you can explore with this class multiple times. Overnight car camping and hiking is a part of this class. For more info, contact Dan Smith, dan.k.smith@utah.edu. Class meets on-campus on Mar. 19 only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from March 28-30.. *Drops are not possible after the second day following the first class meeting.* To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php. There may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the precourse meeting.
PRTL 150 - 001 NR-Nature Photography
- Class Number: 1396
- Instructor: SMITH, DANIEL
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $448.00
- Seats Available: 4
Capture a lasting image of the amazing Utah landscape on your exploration of one of our many diverse scenic areas. Go way beyond selfies working with your SLR or DSLR camera to complete your course assignments. Locations frequently change each semester so you can explore with this class multiple times. Overnight car camping and hiking is a part of this class. For more info, contact Dan Smith, dan.k.smith@utah.edu. Class meets on-campus on Mar. 19 only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from March 28-30.. *Drops are not possible after the second day following the first class meeting.* To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php. There may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the precourse meeting.
Attendance at the first two class meetings is mandatory. Students will use .177 caliber air pistols and .22LR semi-automatic pistols to learn firearm safety, proper pistol nomenclature, pistol operation, shooting range etiquette and marksmanship training drills. In addition to the physical aspects of marksmanship students will also learn the psychological principles of learning any new skill to achieve consistent performance. Students will use these skills to demonstrate pistol proficiency by the end of the course. Shooting sessions begin the second week of class. Partial refund of special fees for those who utilize their own .22LR semi-automatic pistol. *Drops are not possible after the second day following the first class meeting.* To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php.
- Class Number: 2403
- Instructor: DAVIS, HYRUM
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $379.00
- Seats Available: 0
Attendance at the first two class meetings is mandatory. Students will use .177 caliber air pistols and .22LR semi-automatic pistols to learn firearm safety, proper pistol nomenclature, pistol operation, shooting range etiquette and marksmanship training drills. In addition to the physical aspects of marksmanship students will also learn the psychological principles of learning any new skill to achieve consistent performance. Students will use these skills to demonstrate pistol proficiency by the end of the course. Shooting sessions begin the second week of class. Partial refund of special fees for those who utilize their own .22LR semi-automatic pistol. *Drops are not possible after the second day following the first class meeting.* To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php.
Attendance at the first two class meetings is mandatory. Students will use .177 caliber air pistols and .22LR semi-automatic pistols to learn firearm safety, proper pistol nomenclature, pistol operation, shooting range etiquette and marksmanship training drills. In addition to the physical aspects of marksmanship students will also learn the psychological principles of learning any new skill to achieve consistent performance. Students will use these skills to demonstrate pistol proficiency by the end of the course. Shooting sessions begin the second week of class. Partial refund of special fees for those who utilize their own .22LR semi-automatic pistol. *Drops are not possible after the second day following the first class meeting.* To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php.
- Class Number: 2428
- Instructor: DAVIS, HYRUM
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $379.00
- Seats Available: 0
Attendance at the first two class meetings is mandatory. Students will use .177 caliber air pistols and .22LR semi-automatic pistols to learn firearm safety, proper pistol nomenclature, pistol operation, shooting range etiquette and marksmanship training drills. In addition to the physical aspects of marksmanship students will also learn the psychological principles of learning any new skill to achieve consistent performance. Students will use these skills to demonstrate pistol proficiency by the end of the course. Shooting sessions begin the second week of class. Partial refund of special fees for those who utilize their own .22LR semi-automatic pistol. *Drops are not possible after the second day following the first class meeting.* To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php.
PRTL 221 - 001 NR-Bakpak L.Powell Area
Packing in all your gear can be tough or easy, depending on your packing skills. Students will learn how and what to pack and become familiar with Leave No Trace skills. We will cover backcountry skills, safety, consumerism, and environmental and natural resource topics associated with outdoor recreation. Backpacking and overnight camping. Class meets on-campus on March 26 only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from 4/11-4/13. This class requires overnight camping. *Drops are not possible after the second day following the first class meeting.* To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see https://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php . There may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the pre-course meeting.
PRTL 221 - 001 NR-Bakpak L.Powell Area
- Class Number: 1416
- Instructor: SMITH, DANIEL
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $381.00
- Seats Available: 3
Packing in all your gear can be tough or easy, depending on your packing skills. Students will learn how and what to pack and become familiar with Leave No Trace skills. We will cover backcountry skills, safety, consumerism, and environmental and natural resource topics associated with outdoor recreation. Backpacking and overnight camping. Class meets on-campus on March 26 only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from 4/11-4/13. This class requires overnight camping. *Drops are not possible after the second day following the first class meeting.* To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see https://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php . There may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the pre-course meeting.
PRTL 224 - 001 NR-Desert Backpacking
Backpacking and camping in the desert of Southern Utah is an experience not to be missed. You will learn skills required for overnight backpacking including backcountry skills, resource management issues, and environmental ethics associated with backpacking in desert lands. The pre-trip meeting will discuss how and what to pack with a focus on lightening your load. Class meets on-campus on Mar. 05 only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from Mar. 21-23. Overnight camping. *Drops are not possible after the second day following the first class meeting.* To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see https://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php . There may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the pre-course meeting.”
PRTL 224 - 001 NR-Desert Backpacking
- Class Number: 19425
- Instructor: NICHOLS, NELS
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $389.00
- Seats Available: 3
Backpacking and camping in the desert of Southern Utah is an experience not to be missed. You will learn skills required for overnight backpacking including backcountry skills, resource management issues, and environmental ethics associated with backpacking in desert lands. The pre-trip meeting will discuss how and what to pack with a focus on lightening your load. Class meets on-campus on Mar. 05 only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from Mar. 21-23. Overnight camping. *Drops are not possible after the second day following the first class meeting.* To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see https://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php . There may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the pre-course meeting.”
PRTL 224 - 003 NR-Desert Backpacking
THIS COURSE IS TAUGHT BY WOMEN AND CREATED FOR A FEMALE PERSPECTIVE. TECHNIQUES, BACKCOUNTRY-SPECIFIC INFORMATION, AND DISCUSSIONS DIRECTED AND PERTAINING TOWOMEN WILL BE A LARGE PART OF THIS COURSE. Backpacking and camping in the desert of Southern Utah is an experience not to be missed. You will learn skills required for overnight backpacking including backcountry skills, resource management issues, and environmental ethics associated with backpacking in desert lands. The pre-trip meeting will discuss how and what to pack with a focus on lightening your load. Class meets on-campus on Apr. 02 only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from Apr. 11-13. *Drops are not possible after the second day following the first class meeting.* To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see https://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php . There may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the pre-course meeting.
PRTL 224 - 003 NR-Desert Backpacking
- Class Number: 12088
- Instructor: CANTER, CAROLINE
- Instructor: ROONEY, MEGAN R
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $389.00
- Seats Available: 0
THIS COURSE IS TAUGHT BY WOMEN AND CREATED FOR A FEMALE PERSPECTIVE. TECHNIQUES, BACKCOUNTRY-SPECIFIC INFORMATION, AND DISCUSSIONS DIRECTED AND PERTAINING TOWOMEN WILL BE A LARGE PART OF THIS COURSE. Backpacking and camping in the desert of Southern Utah is an experience not to be missed. You will learn skills required for overnight backpacking including backcountry skills, resource management issues, and environmental ethics associated with backpacking in desert lands. The pre-trip meeting will discuss how and what to pack with a focus on lightening your load. Class meets on-campus on Apr. 02 only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from Apr. 11-13. *Drops are not possible after the second day following the first class meeting.* To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see https://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php . There may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the pre-course meeting.
PRTL 224 - 070 NR-Desert Backpacking
Backpacking and camping in the desert of Southern Utah is an experience not to be missed. You will learn skills required for overnight backpacking including backcountry skills, resource management issues, and environmental ethics associated with backpacking in desert lands. The pre-trip meeting will discuss how and what to pack with a focus on lightening your load. Class meets on-campus on March 18 only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from March 28-30. Overnight camping. *Drops are not possible after the second day following the first class meeting.* To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see https://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php . There may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the pre-course meeting. This class meets at the Sandy Campus at 10011 Centennial Parkway, Suite 100, Sandy. For directions call 801.587.2520 or visit https://sandy.utah.edu
PRTL 224 - 070 NR-Desert Backpacking
- Class Number: 16916
- Instructor: HAWKE, JENNY
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $389.00
- Seats Available: 2
Backpacking and camping in the desert of Southern Utah is an experience not to be missed. You will learn skills required for overnight backpacking including backcountry skills, resource management issues, and environmental ethics associated with backpacking in desert lands. The pre-trip meeting will discuss how and what to pack with a focus on lightening your load. Class meets on-campus on March 18 only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from March 28-30. Overnight camping. *Drops are not possible after the second day following the first class meeting.* To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see https://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php . There may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the pre-course meeting. This class meets at the Sandy Campus at 10011 Centennial Parkway, Suite 100, Sandy. For directions call 801.587.2520 or visit https://sandy.utah.edu
PRTL 226 - 002 Backcountry Navigation
Find your way on your next outdoor adventure in the backcountry with various skills and strategies using maps, GPS, and compass tools. You’ll learn about resources as to what type of map is needed and where to obtain maps, both paper and digital, to plan your travels in the backcountry. Map reading skills will be presented and students will become familiar in class with both GPS and compass navigational tools. Skills learned in the classroom will then be practiced in the field during the day long outing. Additionally, you will learn about Leave No Trace skills, resource management issues, skills, safety, and environmental ethics. No camping. Class meets on campus April 09 only. Field experience will be Friday, April 18. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. *Drops are not possible after the second day following the first class meeting.* To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see https://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php . There may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the pre-course meeting.
PRTL 226 - 002 Backcountry Navigation
- Class Number: 10236
- Instructor: SMITH, DANIEL
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $339.00
- Seats Available: 5
Find your way on your next outdoor adventure in the backcountry with various skills and strategies using maps, GPS, and compass tools. You’ll learn about resources as to what type of map is needed and where to obtain maps, both paper and digital, to plan your travels in the backcountry. Map reading skills will be presented and students will become familiar in class with both GPS and compass navigational tools. Skills learned in the classroom will then be practiced in the field during the day long outing. Additionally, you will learn about Leave No Trace skills, resource management issues, skills, safety, and environmental ethics. No camping. Class meets on campus April 09 only. Field experience will be Friday, April 18. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. *Drops are not possible after the second day following the first class meeting.* To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see https://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php . There may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the pre-course meeting.
PRTL 227 - 001 NR-Bird Obser & Behav
Look forward to bird encounters in natural environments with direct observation, field guides, and optical equipment. We will also examine avian resource management, bird populations, and the threats to birds from human recreation and industry. Fee includes lunches. Class meets on-campus on Mar. 20 only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory.Field experiences are Mar. 22, 5pm-10pm (owling and night birds) and Mar. 23, 8:00am-3:30pm (day birds). No camping. *Drops are not possible after the second day following the first class meeting.* To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see https://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php . There may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the pre-course meeting.
PRTL 227 - 001 NR-Bird Obser & Behav
- Class Number: 4536
- Instructor: WAYMENT, NICOLE
- Component: Lecture
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $309.00
- Seats Available: 1
Look forward to bird encounters in natural environments with direct observation, field guides, and optical equipment. We will also examine avian resource management, bird populations, and the threats to birds from human recreation and industry. Fee includes lunches. Class meets on-campus on Mar. 20 only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory.Field experiences are Mar. 22, 5pm-10pm (owling and night birds) and Mar. 23, 8:00am-3:30pm (day birds). No camping. *Drops are not possible after the second day following the first class meeting.* To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see https://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php . There may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the pre-course meeting.
PRTL 230 - 001 NR-Rock Climbing I
Embark on your adventure in Southern Utah as you delve into the art of outdoor rock climbing. This course will cover the basics you need to know: top-rope climbing including anchor construction, belay techniques, climbing movement, rappelling, equipment selection and maintenance and other safe climbing practices. Expand your knowledge of land management policy and responsible recreation climbing practices. Class meets on-campus on Mar. 19 only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from Mar. 28-30. Overnight camping. *Drops are not possible after the second day following the first class meeting.* To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see https://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php . There may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the pre-course meeting.
PRTL 230 - 001 NR-Rock Climbing I
- Class Number: 7052
- Instructor: AMBLER, WILL
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $463.00
- Seats Available: 5
Embark on your adventure in Southern Utah as you delve into the art of outdoor rock climbing. This course will cover the basics you need to know: top-rope climbing including anchor construction, belay techniques, climbing movement, rappelling, equipment selection and maintenance and other safe climbing practices. Expand your knowledge of land management policy and responsible recreation climbing practices. Class meets on-campus on Mar. 19 only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from Mar. 28-30. Overnight camping. *Drops are not possible after the second day following the first class meeting.* To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see https://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php . There may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the pre-course meeting.
PRTL 230 - 002 NR-Rock Climbing I
Embark on your adventure in Southern Utah as you delve into the art of outdoor rock climbing. This course will cover the basics you need to know: top-rope climbing including anchor construction, belay techniques, climbing movement, equipment selection and maintenance and other safe climbing practices. Expand your knowledge of land management policy and responsible recreation climbing practices. Class meets on-campus Mar. 27 only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from Apr. 11-13. Overnight camping. *Drops are not possible after the second day following the first class meeting.* To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, seehttps://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php . There may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the pre-course meeting.
PRTL 230 - 002 NR-Rock Climbing I
- Class Number: 6439
- Instructor: FOGEL, TIFFANIE
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $463.00
- Seats Available: 3
Embark on your adventure in Southern Utah as you delve into the art of outdoor rock climbing. This course will cover the basics you need to know: top-rope climbing including anchor construction, belay techniques, climbing movement, equipment selection and maintenance and other safe climbing practices. Expand your knowledge of land management policy and responsible recreation climbing practices. Class meets on-campus Mar. 27 only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from Apr. 11-13. Overnight camping. *Drops are not possible after the second day following the first class meeting.* To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, seehttps://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php . There may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the pre-course meeting.
PRTL 231 - 002 NR-Rock Climbing II
Build on the skills you learned in Rock Climbing I by learning about leading sport climbing routes, top-anchor construction, hazard awareness, equipment selection and maintenance and other safe climbing practices. Expand your knowledge of land management policy and responsible recreation climbing practices. Class meets on-campus on Mar. 26 only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from Apr. 4-6. Overnight camping. *Drops are not possible after the second day following the first class meeting.* To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php There may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the pre-course meeting.
PRTL 231 - 002 NR-Rock Climbing II
- Class Number: 6681
- Instructor: FURMAN, NATE
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $463.00
- Seats Available: 5
Build on the skills you learned in Rock Climbing I by learning about leading sport climbing routes, top-anchor construction, hazard awareness, equipment selection and maintenance and other safe climbing practices. Expand your knowledge of land management policy and responsible recreation climbing practices. Class meets on-campus on Mar. 26 only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from Apr. 4-6. Overnight camping. *Drops are not possible after the second day following the first class meeting.* To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php There may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the pre-course meeting.
PRTL 237 - 001 NR-Indoor Rock Climbing I
Move to an indoor setting and learn top-rope climbing fundamentals, climbing movement, and anchors. Fee includes use of Momentum equipment during designated classhours. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Class will meet the following dates at Momentum Millcreek (3173 E 3300 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84109): Jan 7, 14, 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25, Mar. 4, 18, 25, Apr. 1, 8, 15. *Drops are not possible after the second day following the first class meeting.* To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see https://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php . There may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the pre-course meeting.
PRTL 237 - 001 NR-Indoor Rock Climbing I
- Class Number: 2554
- Instructor: FURMAN, NATE
- Instructor: KOHLER, ZACH
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $463.00
- Seats Available: 6
Move to an indoor setting and learn top-rope climbing fundamentals, climbing movement, and anchors. Fee includes use of Momentum equipment during designated classhours. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Class will meet the following dates at Momentum Millcreek (3173 E 3300 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84109): Jan 7, 14, 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25, Mar. 4, 18, 25, Apr. 1, 8, 15. *Drops are not possible after the second day following the first class meeting.* To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see https://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php . There may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the pre-course meeting.
PRTL 243 - 002 Intro to Bikepacking
Bikepacking, backpacking by mountain bike, allows the adventurist to cover more miles than hiking as well as accessing dirt roads and trails that are otherwise inaccessible to other vehicles. We will be in the amazing Bears Ears National Monument covering various aspects of bikepacking which include outfitting bikes, necessary gear, and tips for trip planning. You 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. Class meets on-campus on Feb. 24 only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from March 28-30. Overnight camping. *Drops are not possible after the second day following the first class meeting.* To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see https://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php . There may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the pre-course meeting.
PRTL 243 - 002 Intro to Bikepacking
- Class Number: 16549
- Instructor: RANDALL, NATALIE
- Component: Activity
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $433.00
- Seats Available: 2
Bikepacking, backpacking by mountain bike, allows the adventurist to cover more miles than hiking as well as accessing dirt roads and trails that are otherwise inaccessible to other vehicles. We will be in the amazing Bears Ears National Monument covering various aspects of bikepacking which include outfitting bikes, necessary gear, and tips for trip planning. You 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. Class meets on-campus on Feb. 24 only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from March 28-30. Overnight camping. *Drops are not possible after the second day following the first class meeting.* To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see https://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php . There may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the pre-course meeting.
PRTL 245 - 001 NR-Bike Zion Park
Discover the beautiful cliffs and canyons as you ride your mountain bike on the trails of Zion National Park. All ability levels are welcome as we teach cycling and camping skills, land management policy related to Zion National Park, cycling safety, and camping skills like campsite selection and cooking. Class meets on-campus on Mar. 6 only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from Mar. 28-30. Overnight camping. *Drops are not possible after the second day following the first class meeting.* To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course,see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php There may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the pre-course meeting.
PRTL 245 - 001 NR-Bike Zion Park
- Class Number: 10806
- Instructor: BROWN, JEFFERY
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $433.00
- Seats Available: 7
Discover the beautiful cliffs and canyons as you ride your mountain bike on the trails of Zion National Park. All ability levels are welcome as we teach cycling and camping skills, land management policy related to Zion National Park, cycling safety, and camping skills like campsite selection and cooking. Class meets on-campus on Mar. 6 only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from Mar. 28-30. Overnight camping. *Drops are not possible after the second day following the first class meeting.* To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course,see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php There may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the pre-course meeting.
PRTL 252 - 001 Hike Canyonlands N.P.
Explore the mesas, buttes, fins, and spires of this vast national park. You will learn about campsite selection, camping equipment, how to prepare for your own camping adventure and safe hiking practices as you hike up to 5 miles per day and camp overnight in Canyonlands National Park. Class meets on-campus on March 5 only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from Mar. 21-23. Overnight camping. *Drops are not possible after the second day following the first class meeting.* To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see https://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php . There may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the pre-course meeting.
PRTL 252 - 001 Hike Canyonlands N.P.
- Class Number: 2454
- Instructor: SMITH, DANIEL
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $433.00
- Seats Available: 5
Explore the mesas, buttes, fins, and spires of this vast national park. You will learn about campsite selection, camping equipment, how to prepare for your own camping adventure and safe hiking practices as you hike up to 5 miles per day and camp overnight in Canyonlands National Park. Class meets on-campus on March 5 only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from Mar. 21-23. Overnight camping. *Drops are not possible after the second day following the first class meeting.* To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see https://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php . There may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the pre-course meeting.
PRTL 255 - 001 NR-Hike Capitol Reef
Wrinkled rock awaits you at Capitol Reef National Park! Waterpocket Fold was formed when tectonic forces caused the Earth’s crust to buckle and over time, erosion has exposed the different layers of rocks. Explore the Fold and other areas of this unusual park. In addition to day hiking, we will focus on contemporary resource management challenges and their relationship to user behaviors. Also discussed is safety, Leave No Trace ethics, consumerism, and environmental ethics. Class meets on-campus on Mar 31 only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from Apr. 11-13. Overnight camping. *Drops are not possible after the second day following the first class meeting.* To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see https://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php . There may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the pre-course meeting.
PRTL 255 - 001 NR-Hike Capitol Reef
- Class Number: 10542
- Instructor: WHITE, TiM W
- Component: Clinical
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $446.00
- Seats Available: 5
Wrinkled rock awaits you at Capitol Reef National Park! Waterpocket Fold was formed when tectonic forces caused the Earth’s crust to buckle and over time, erosion has exposed the different layers of rocks. Explore the Fold and other areas of this unusual park. In addition to day hiking, we will focus on contemporary resource management challenges and their relationship to user behaviors. Also discussed is safety, Leave No Trace ethics, consumerism, and environmental ethics. Class meets on-campus on Mar 31 only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from Apr. 11-13. Overnight camping. *Drops are not possible after the second day following the first class meeting.* To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see https://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php . There may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the pre-course meeting.
PRTL 256 - 001 NR-Hike Arches Park
Explore the home of the largest density of sandstone arches in the world! Delicate, Landscape, Double, are some of the 2000 named arches. We will only have time to explore a few but this will open the door for future explorations. In addition to day hiking, we will focus on contemporary resource management challenges and their relationship to user behaviors. Curriculum will also regard safety, Leave No Trace ethics, consumerism, and environmental ethics. Class meets on-campus on Feb. 24 only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from Mar. 7-9 Overnight camping. *Drops are not possible after the second day following the first class meeting.* To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see https://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php . There may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the pre-course meeting.
PRTL 256 - 001 NR-Hike Arches Park
- Class Number: 2404
- Instructor: WHITE, TiM W
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $428.00
- Seats Available: 5
Explore the home of the largest density of sandstone arches in the world! Delicate, Landscape, Double, are some of the 2000 named arches. We will only have time to explore a few but this will open the door for future explorations. In addition to day hiking, we will focus on contemporary resource management challenges and their relationship to user behaviors. Curriculum will also regard safety, Leave No Trace ethics, consumerism, and environmental ethics. Class meets on-campus on Feb. 24 only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from Mar. 7-9 Overnight camping. *Drops are not possible after the second day following the first class meeting.* To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see https://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php . There may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the pre-course meeting.
PRTL 258 - 001 Day Hikes & Dark Skies
From our base camp at Dead Horse Point, we will explore the trails, arches, vistas, and overlooks of this state park during the day. At night, we journey to the cosmos and hope the celebrated dark skies will delight us as we explore cultural interpretations of constellations and learn why our state has more dark sky parks than any other in the nation. Conditions permitting, we will also adventure into Arches National Park and surrounding public lands. This course has two pre-trip meetings, day hikes, dark sky exploration, and overnight camping. Camping is required. Class meets on-campus Feb. 27 and at the Clark Planetarium (downtown SLC) on March 5. Attendance at both class meetings is mandatory. Field experience will be from March 21-23. Overnight camping. *Drops are not possible after the second day following the first class meeting.* To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see https://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php . There may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the pre-course meeting.
PRTL 258 - 001 Day Hikes & Dark Skies
- Class Number: 10099
- Instructor: HENNESSY, WILL J
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $453.00
- Seats Available: 7
From our base camp at Dead Horse Point, we will explore the trails, arches, vistas, and overlooks of this state park during the day. At night, we journey to the cosmos and hope the celebrated dark skies will delight us as we explore cultural interpretations of constellations and learn why our state has more dark sky parks than any other in the nation. Conditions permitting, we will also adventure into Arches National Park and surrounding public lands. This course has two pre-trip meetings, day hikes, dark sky exploration, and overnight camping. Camping is required. Class meets on-campus Feb. 27 and at the Clark Planetarium (downtown SLC) on March 5. Attendance at both class meetings is mandatory. Field experience will be from March 21-23. Overnight camping. *Drops are not possible after the second day following the first class meeting.* To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see https://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php . There may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the pre-course meeting.
PRTL 263 - 001 Canyoneering I: Techncl
This course is the first in a three-part series to teach students canyoneering skills. Skills that will be covered include the ACA Core Skill standards such as basic knots, intro to anchors and rigging, rappelling, belaying, self-rescue, trip planning, canyon rating system, canyon logistics and safety, partner captures, moving through the canyons, Leave No Trace ethics and much more. This course has two pre-field trip class meetings. Attendance at both class meetings (prior to field trip) is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following the first class meeting. Class meets Wednesdays, March 5 and 19. Overnight Camping Field Trip Fri.-Sun., March 21-23. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see https://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php . There may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the pre-course meeting.
PRTL 263 - 001 Canyoneering I: Techncl
- Class Number: 8659
- Instructor: SHAPIRO, BRUCE
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $468.00
- Seats Available: 0
This course is the first in a three-part series to teach students canyoneering skills. Skills that will be covered include the ACA Core Skill standards such as basic knots, intro to anchors and rigging, rappelling, belaying, self-rescue, trip planning, canyon rating system, canyon logistics and safety, partner captures, moving through the canyons, Leave No Trace ethics and much more. This course has two pre-field trip class meetings. Attendance at both class meetings (prior to field trip) is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following the first class meeting. Class meets Wednesdays, March 5 and 19. Overnight Camping Field Trip Fri.-Sun., March 21-23. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see https://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php . There may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the pre-course meeting.
PRTL 263 - 002 Canyoneering I: Techncl
This course is the first in a three-part series to teach students canyoneering skills. Skills that will be covered include the ACA Core Skill standards such as basic knots, intro to anchors and rigging, rappelling, belaying, self-rescue, trip planning, canyon rating system, canyon logistics and safety, partner captures, moving through the canyons, Leave No Trace ethics and much more. This course has two pre-field trip class meetings. Attendance at both class meetings (prior to field trip) is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following the first class meeting. Class meets Mondays, March 17 and 24. Overnight Camping Field Trip Fri.-Sun., March 28-30. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see https://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php . There may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the pre-course meeting.
PRTL 263 - 002 Canyoneering I: Techncl
- Class Number: 9441
- Instructor: SHAPIRO, BRUCE
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $468.00
- Seats Available: -1
This course is the first in a three-part series to teach students canyoneering skills. Skills that will be covered include the ACA Core Skill standards such as basic knots, intro to anchors and rigging, rappelling, belaying, self-rescue, trip planning, canyon rating system, canyon logistics and safety, partner captures, moving through the canyons, Leave No Trace ethics and much more. This course has two pre-field trip class meetings. Attendance at both class meetings (prior to field trip) is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following the first class meeting. Class meets Mondays, March 17 and 24. Overnight Camping Field Trip Fri.-Sun., March 28-30. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see https://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php . There may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the pre-course meeting.
PRTL 264 - 001 Canyoneering II: Adv
This course is the second of a three-part series to teach students more advanced canyoneering skills. Skills that will be covered include ascending rope, passing knots, anchor building and placement, advanced knots, rope retrieval, self-belaying, courtesy rigging, down climbing, companion rescue, introduction to canyon leadership as well as issues concerning our federally managed lands as they relate to this course and much more. Students enrolling in this class need to possess the skills learned in Canyoneering I to take this class. This course has two pre-field trip class meetings. Attendance at both class meetings (prior to field trip) is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following the first class meeting. Class meets Tuesdays, March 25 and April 1. Overnight Camping, April 4-6. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see https://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php . There may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the pre-course meeting.
PRTL 264 - 001 Canyoneering II: Adv
- Class Number: 8551
- Instructor: SHAPIRO, BRUCE
- Instructor: Tigner, Roscoe
- Component: Lecture
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $468.00
- Seats Available: 0
This course is the second of a three-part series to teach students more advanced canyoneering skills. Skills that will be covered include ascending rope, passing knots, anchor building and placement, advanced knots, rope retrieval, self-belaying, courtesy rigging, down climbing, companion rescue, introduction to canyon leadership as well as issues concerning our federally managed lands as they relate to this course and much more. Students enrolling in this class need to possess the skills learned in Canyoneering I to take this class. This course has two pre-field trip class meetings. Attendance at both class meetings (prior to field trip) is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following the first class meeting. Class meets Tuesdays, March 25 and April 1. Overnight Camping, April 4-6. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see https://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php . There may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the pre-course meeting.
PRTL 268 - 001 Canyoneering III
This course is the third of a three-part series to teach students advanced canyoneering skills. Skills that will be covered include advanced anchor building and rigging, pothole escapes, guided rappels, potshots, Sand Traps, toggle devices, mechanical advantage, lowering and hauling, canyon leadership and much more. Students enrolling in this course need to possess the skills learned in Canyoneering II to take this class. This course has two pre-trip class meetings. Attendance at both class meetings (prior to field trip) is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following the first class meeting. Classes meet March 26, and April 2. Overnight Camping Field Trip Fri.-Sun., April 4-6. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see https://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php . There may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the pre-course meeting.
PRTL 268 - 001 Canyoneering III
- Class Number: 8657
- Instructor: SHAPIRO, BRUCE
- Instructor: Tigner, Roscoe
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $468.00
- Seats Available: 4
This course is the third of a three-part series to teach students advanced canyoneering skills. Skills that will be covered include advanced anchor building and rigging, pothole escapes, guided rappels, potshots, Sand Traps, toggle devices, mechanical advantage, lowering and hauling, canyon leadership and much more. Students enrolling in this course need to possess the skills learned in Canyoneering II to take this class. This course has two pre-trip class meetings. Attendance at both class meetings (prior to field trip) is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following the first class meeting. Classes meet March 26, and April 2. Overnight Camping Field Trip Fri.-Sun., April 4-6. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see https://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php . There may be additional expenses that students will need to cover to participate in this course. These items may include food, gear rentals, and transportation costs. More details will be made available during the pre-course meeting.