ORL 161 - Intermediate Backpacking

    Recent Professors
    Shane Koskinen, Dana Flett
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Fall 2025, Fall 2024
    Class Size
    24 students
    Credits
    1
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of ORL 161
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    A class designed for students who have obtained basic competencies related to backpacking and backcountry travel. Content will include a more advanced survey of equipment and clothing, navigation with map and compass, Leave No Trace principles, time / energy control planning, trip planning, campsite selection, trail techniques, and camp cooking.
    Usually Held
    Fri 11:00am–4:50pm, Fri 5:00pm–7:50pm, Sat Sun 8:00am–7:50pm, Tue 6:00pm–8:50pm