Adventure Education & Wilderness Leadership Concentration
Students in this concentration will be prepared for work in the fast-growing field of educational and recreational outdoor programs. Employers of these graduates might include adventure outfitters and guide services, outdoor education centers and camps that include programs in outdoor living/travel and ropes courses, and outdoor leadership development programs. Graduating students could also pursue advanced degrees in outdoor education, outdoor recreation or outdoor therapeutic recreation.
Students in this concentration must document at least 25 days of wilderness or adventure leadership experiences when they apply for their required internship. Leadership opportunities are offered through various courses, the Outing Club, and local schools and agencies. Students should consult with their advisor early in their program to obtain details about this requirement.
Required Courses |
Credits |
Semester |
Outdoor Education Skills Courses
Select four of the following: (0.5-3.0 credits each) |
2-7 |
__________ |
Fly-fishing, Hiking & Camping, Rock Climbing I, Advanced Rock Craft, Ice Climbing, Orienteering, Ropes Course, Cross-Country Skiing, Snowshoeing, Introduction to River Kayaking, Whitewater Kayaking, Coastal Kayaking, Winter Expedition, Teaching Assistant Internship, or activity-based special topics course, such as Wilderness Canoe Touring.
Additional Required Courses
Backpacking |
1 |
__________ |
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Advanced Backpacking |
2 |
__________ |
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Rock Climbing Instructor OR |
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Coastal Kayak Guide Training |
2 |
__________ |
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(or other approved instructor certification course) |
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Wilderness First Responder |
4 |
__________ |
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(or proof of equivalent or higher level certification) |
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Ropes Course Leadership |
2 |
__________ |
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Adventure Education Theory and Practice |
3 |
__________ |
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Wilderness Leadership Techniques |
4 |
__________ |
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Group Process: Theory and Practice |
3 |
__________ |
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Total |
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23-28 |
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