WLD 109A - Partner Rescue: Base (tahoe)

    Recent Professors
    Timothy D. Mincey, Dan Earhart
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026
    Class Size
    12 students
    Difficulty
    4.7Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    1.75
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of WLD 109A
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course is designed for students interested in partner rescue systems in vertical terrain (rock, ice, alpine, etc.), specifically in a base site managed setting. Topics include climbing/partner rescue equipment, knots/hitches and coils, and partner rescue base site fundamentals. In addition, students will be introduced to decision-making, risk management, and Leave No Trace (LNT) principles as it pertains to various types of vertical terrain. ADVISORY: Students may use their personal equipment if it meets industry standard and is in good working condition, otherwise program equipment will be provided. SUMMER 2026: NOTE: This class is partially online/EVE and partially in class on campus. Students will be using a computer to assist with the learning process and are expected to attend class 28 hours with the remaining 2 hours completed online/EVE. FALL 2026: NOTE: This class is partially online/EVE and partially in class on campus. Students will be using a computer to assist with the learning process and are expected to attend class 29 hours with the remaining 1 hour completed online/EVE.
    Usually Held
    Fri Sat Sun 1:30pm–5:20pm, Fri Sat Sun 8:00am–1:05pm, Fri Sat Sun 8:00am–1:20pm, Mon 6:00pm–7:50pm