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.
THIS DEPARTMENT ENFORCES UNDERGRADUATE PREREQUISITES. Please note that the registration system may not factor in transfer work when determining if prerequisites have been met. If you are unable to register for a course and think you have met the prerequisite(s), please contact an advisor from this department to inquire about obtaining a permission code. You may be administratively dropped from a course if the prerequisite has not been met.
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.
PRTW 1317 - 001 NR-Kayaking I
This pool course prepares kayakers for river running by introducing students to equipment, paddle and roll techniques, bracing, wet exits, rescues and river safety. Students should have the ability to confidently swim 25 yards and maintain a moderate level of activity for 2 hours. Class meets on January 13, 20, 27, February 3, 10, 17, and 24. Thursdays 6-8 pm, Pool B. Attendance at the 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 http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTW 1317 - 001 NR-Kayaking I
- Class Number: 2945
- Instructor: BISGROVE, BRENT W
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 1.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $38.00
- Seats Available: 1
This pool course prepares kayakers for river running by introducing students to equipment, paddle and roll techniques, bracing, wet exits, rescues and river safety. Students should have the ability to confidently swim 25 yards and maintain a moderate level of activity for 2 hours. Class meets on January 13, 20, 27, February 3, 10, 17, and 24. Thursdays 6-8 pm, Pool B. Attendance at the 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 http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTW 1323 - 001 NR-Sea Kayaking
This introduction to sea kayaking course will include boat packing, basic paddle strokes, rescue techniques, overnight camping, local geological and historical education and Leave No Trace practice. This 4-day adventure will take place on Lake Powell and the students will be responsible for their own kayak rental. Class meets on-campus on Mar. 21 only. Attendance at the first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience in Lake Powerll is April 7-10. 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
PRTW 1323 - 001 NR-Sea Kayaking
- Class Number: 2740
- Instructor: VARICK, DAN
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 2.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $75.00
- Seats Available: 6
This introduction to sea kayaking course will include boat packing, basic paddle strokes, rescue techniques, overnight camping, local geological and historical education and Leave No Trace practice. This 4-day adventure will take place on Lake Powell and the students will be responsible for their own kayak rental. Class meets on-campus on Mar. 21 only. Attendance at the first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience in Lake Powerll is April 7-10. 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
PRTW 1340 - 001 Backcountry Yoga
This introductory class is designed for students to unplug, let go, and find their Zen in a nature-based setting. The course will focus on forgetting about "what's next," making the onnection between mind, body and spirit, and how we can more freely do this in nature by having a full sensory experience through sights, sounds, smells, etc. Students will also learn about camping (with Leave No Trace) and making healthy lifestyle choices. Students will have the opportunity to learn the necessary skills to enjoy entry level paddleboarding, hiking, as well as practicing yoga both on land and on the water. Overnight camping, outdoor cooking, hiking, and stand-up paddleboarding will be covered in this class. Class meets on-campus on Mar. 22 only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from Apr. 22nd to Apr. 24th. *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
PRTW 1340 - 001 Backcountry Yoga
- Class Number: 14969
- Instructor: HARRISON, TIFFANY
- Component: Activity
- Type: In Person
- Units: 2.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $99.00
- Seats Available: 0
This introductory class is designed for students to unplug, let go, and find their Zen in a nature-based setting. The course will focus on forgetting about "what's next," making the onnection between mind, body and spirit, and how we can more freely do this in nature by having a full sensory experience through sights, sounds, smells, etc. Students will also learn about camping (with Leave No Trace) and making healthy lifestyle choices. Students will have the opportunity to learn the necessary skills to enjoy entry level paddleboarding, hiking, as well as practicing yoga both on land and on the water. Overnight camping, outdoor cooking, hiking, and stand-up paddleboarding will be covered in this class. Class meets on-campus on Mar. 22 only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from Apr. 22nd to Apr. 24th. *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