REC113 — Backpacking
REC 113 - Backpacking REC 113 - Backpacking Description: Techniques for efficient backcountry hiking. Skills for the beginning backpacker; includes packing and travel tactics, safety and low impact camping. Must possess adequate physical abilities for backcountry travel with a backpack. Overnight trips required. Lab: 2 Course Content: 1. Travel Techniques a. Equipment: care, selection and resources b. Packing and carrying c. Rations, nutrition d. Map reading, route finding 2. Safety a. Southwest weather/seasons b. Basic first aid c. Safety and accident prevention 3. Expedition planning, behavior and dynamics 4. Low impact camping a. Campsite/shelter selection and use b. Stove use and fire pits c. Sanitation and waste disposal d. Wild land management and use Learning