OUT 180J - Basic Mountaineering

Credits: 1

This one-credit course is designed for those new to the sport of mountaineering and wanting the skills and knowledge necessary to climb safely in an alpine environment. Students must be in good physical condition and able to climb over 2,000 vertical feet and hike for miles in adverse conditions and carrying a pack. This course emphasizes learning proper climbing techniques such as belaying, rappelling, establishing anchors and protection, proper crampon and ice axe use, and self arrest procedures. Students will learn about avalanche hazard and safety, orienteering, snow travel, and group management. Offered Spring Term.