OLP239

Continuation of OLP 143. Students design, execute and evaluate a winter backcountry ski and snowshoe expedition and demonstrate core competencies for effective leadership. Topics include advanced planning, winter navigation, snow/ice terrain, sled travel, snow shelters, cold-weather food management, and wilderness medical considerations. Students participate in field trips.Special Requirement: This course involves moderate to high physical activity and the ability to be active and in the outdoors for 8 days and nights in a remote, forested environment in mid-winter conditions with sub-zero temperatures. Minimum age requirement 18 years for courses involving overnight stays. Off-campus field trips. All students must submit the OLP Health History and Physical Examination Attestation Form, completed and signed by a physician, verifying medical clearance for full participation. Students assume any travel and permit/pass costs associated with field trips. Prereq: OLP 143

S - Every Spring

G

Prereq: OLP 143