Provides skills related to wilderness travel and outdoor adventure. Emphasizes knowledge of backpacking skills, survival techniques, proper physical conditioning, route finding, equipment selection, and an understanding and respect for the environment. The course incorporates lecture and discussion sessions followed by a weekend trip in the mountains.

This course can earn 2 credits in Backpacking(OUT 143) at Red Rocks Community College.

College Tuition for this course: $0
Additional Costs for this Course: $0

Is this class Guarantee Transfer college credit? Possible transferable elective. Students are encouraged to connect with their preferred college/university advisor to determine transferability of college credit.