OUT 1600 - Winter Wilderness Survival Skills

2 Credit Hour(s) • 45 Contact Hours (Lecture/Lab Combination)
Note: Previously OUT 109 Winter Wilderness Survival Skills

Emphasizes winter survival techniques in the nivean environment at or near timberline. Focuses on winter ecology, basic snow science, and avalanche safety and rescue in a backcountry setting. This course includes field days and an overnight in a snow cave.