OUT 422 - Expedition Planning and Leadership

Credits: 3

This course offers a strong foundation in theoretical concepts and core competencies related to managing and guiding small groups on extended backcountry expeditions. Course content equips students with the interdisciplinary skills required to grasp and develop new concepts, technologies, methods, and trends in adventure programming an expedition planning. Topics include leadership roles and responsibilities, risk management protocols, expedition food preparation, equipment selection and care, group leadership techniques, guiding strategies, route selection and execution, emergency preparedness, and environmental impact best practices. This course prepares students for the field based OUT 430 Outdoor Adventure Leadership and Training (Capstone) course.

Prerequisites: OUT 201.