WLD 114A - Backpacking: Beginning

    Recent Professors
    Kendall S. Madsen
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    10–12 students
    Credits
    1.25
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of WLD 114A
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course offers an introduction to the fundamentals of backpacking, catering to individuals with little to no experience in the wilderness. Students will learn essential skills such as trip planning, gear selection, navigation, and basic survival techniques. Through hands-on experience and classroom instruction, participants will gain confidence in setting up camp, cooking in the outdoors, and understanding the principles of Leave-No-Trace ethics. By the end of the course, students will be equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to embark on their own backpacking adventures safely and responsibly.
    Usually Held
    Fri 3:00pm–8:50pm, Mon 7:00pm–7:50pm, Sat Sun 7:00am–7:50am, Sat Sun 8:00am–6:15pm