HREC 136 — Winter Mountain Travel
The Winter Mountain Travel course introduces students to techniques to move up, down, and across the winter backcountry environment. Students will improve their understanding of winter travel equipment such as skis, snow boards, and avalanche equipment. This course develops an understanding of winter travel hazards like avalanches and gives students the tools to asses avalanche hazards and make good decisions while traveling in the winter. This is a physically demanding course that exposes students to the harsh conditions of the winter environment. Physical preparation is highly recommended. There will be required field trips including at least one overnight trip. Course fee required.