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.
PRTW 317 - 001 NR- Kayaking I
In our pool, learn about kayaking equipment, paddle and roll techniques, bracing, wet exits, rescues, and river safety in preparation for river running. Students should have the ability to confidently swim 25 yards and maintain a moderate level of activity for 2 hours. Class meets on January 9, 16, 23, 30, February 6, 13, and 20. 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 317 - 001 NR- Kayaking I
- Class Number: 2429
- Instructor: GARDNER, ERIC T
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $327.00
- Seats Available: 3
In our pool, learn about kayaking equipment, paddle and roll techniques, bracing, wet exits, rescues, and river safety in preparation for river running. Students should have the ability to confidently swim 25 yards and maintain a moderate level of activity for 2 hours. Class meets on January 9, 16, 23, 30, February 6, 13, and 20. 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 340 - 001 Backcountry Yoga
Unplug, let go, and find your Zen in a nature-based setting in this introductory class. We will focus on forgetting about "what's next”, making the connection 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 and also 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 paddle boarding will be covered in this class. Class meets on-campus on April 8th only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from Apr. 18-20. *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 340 - 001 Backcountry Yoga
- Class Number: 10548
- Instructor: OLLIVIER, APRIL
- Component: Activity
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $447.00
- Seats Available: 4
Unplug, let go, and find your Zen in a nature-based setting in this introductory class. We will focus on forgetting about "what's next”, making the connection 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 and also 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 paddle boarding will be covered in this class. Class meets on-campus on April 8th only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from Apr. 18-20. *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