Leisure Skills - Camping & Backpacking

Course Description

Basic camping and backpacking skills including map and compass reading, outdoor cooking, camping hazards and safety, site selections, and trip planning.

Course Objectives

Demonstrate knowledge of safety practices associated with backpacking.
Demonstrate knowledge of equipment operation (i.e. backpacks, sleeping bags, stoves, water purifiers, etc.).
Demonstrate ability in map reading and compass operation.
Demonstrate knowledge of Leave No Trace principles.

Demonstrate holistic knowledge and abilities of the sport through participating in an overnight backpacking trip.