PRTL 120 - 001 NR-Outdoor Cooking & Camping


Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets Mar 24 only. Field trip April 3 - April 5. Focused coverage of topics at a front-range campground. Overnight camping. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php

PRTL 120 - 001 NR-Outdoor Cooking & Camping

  • Class Number: 1630
  • Instructor: HAWKE, JENNY
  • Component: Field Work
  • Type: In Person
  • Units: 0.0
  • Wait List: No
  • Fees: $343.00
  • Seats Available: 2

Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets Mar 24 only. Field trip April 3 - April 5. Focused coverage of topics at a front-range campground. Overnight camping. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php

PRTL 120 - 002 NR-Outdoor Cooking & Camping


Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets Apr 14 only. Field trip Apr 24 - 26. Focused coverage of topics at a front-range campground. Overnight camping at a developed campground. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php

PRTL 120 - 002 NR-Outdoor Cooking & Camping

  • Class Number: 1631
  • Instructor: HAWKE, JENNY
  • Component: Field Work
  • Type: In Person
  • Units: 0.0
  • Wait List: No
  • Fees: $343.00
  • Seats Available: 2

Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets Apr 14 only. Field trip Apr 24 - 26. Focused coverage of topics at a front-range campground. Overnight camping at a developed campground. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php

PRTL 133 - 070 NR-Backpack Fly Fishing


Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets Wednesday, Feb 19 only. Field trip Mar 13-15. Emphasis on fishing and overnight camping. The field portion of this course will be conducted on the Green River below Flaming Gorge. Class meets at Sandy Center, 10011 Centennial Parkway, Suite 100, Sandy. For directions call 801-587-2520. This class meets at the Sandy campus at 10011 Centennial Parkway, Suite 100, Sandy. For directions call 801.587.2520 or visit https://continue.utah.edu/sandy To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, seehttp://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.phpThis class meets at the Sandy campus at 10011 Centennial Parkway, Suite 100, Sandy. For directions call 801.587.2520 or visit https://continue.utah.edu/sandy Drops not possible 2 days following the first class meeting. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, seehttp://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php

PRTL 133 - 070 NR-Backpack Fly Fishing

  • Class Number: 3525
  • Instructor: Sapp, Hillary
  • Component: Field Work
  • Type: In Person
  • Units: 0.0
  • Wait List: No
  • Fees: $353.00
  • Seats Available: 1

Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets Wednesday, Feb 19 only. Field trip Mar 13-15. Emphasis on fishing and overnight camping. The field portion of this course will be conducted on the Green River below Flaming Gorge. Class meets at Sandy Center, 10011 Centennial Parkway, Suite 100, Sandy. For directions call 801-587-2520. This class meets at the Sandy campus at 10011 Centennial Parkway, Suite 100, Sandy. For directions call 801.587.2520 or visit https://continue.utah.edu/sandy To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, seehttp://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.phpThis class meets at the Sandy campus at 10011 Centennial Parkway, Suite 100, Sandy. For directions call 801.587.2520 or visit https://continue.utah.edu/sandy Drops not possible 2 days following the first class meeting. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, seehttp://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php

PRTL 150 - 001 NR-Nature Photography


Class meets April 7 and April 14. Field trip April 10 - 12. Meet other photography minded students and learn the basics of landscape photography while exploring some of the many scenic areas Utah has to offer. Locations change each semester and will be announced at the beginning of each semester. Overnight (car) camping and hiking will be a part of this class. Students will need a camera with full manual exposure capabilities to be able to participate and complete course assignments (film or digital). For more info contact Dan Smith, dan.k.smith@utah.edu. Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php

PRTL 150 - 001 NR-Nature Photography

  • Class Number: 1632
  • Instructor: SMITH, DANIEL
  • Component: Field Work
  • Type: In Person
  • Units: 0.0
  • Wait List: No
  • Fees: $403.00
  • Seats Available: 3

Class meets April 7 and April 14. Field trip April 10 - 12. Meet other photography minded students and learn the basics of landscape photography while exploring some of the many scenic areas Utah has to offer. Locations change each semester and will be announced at the beginning of each semester. Overnight (car) camping and hiking will be a part of this class. Students will need a camera with full manual exposure capabilities to be able to participate and complete course assignments (film or digital). For more info contact Dan Smith, dan.k.smith@utah.edu. Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php

PRTL 160 - 001 NR-Pistol Marksmanship


Classes are held from Jan 7 to Feb 18. First lecture attendance is mandatory. Shooting sessions begin the second week of class. No camping. Students will learn about and practice shooting range protocols, gun safety, as well as the physical and mental principles of marksmanship. Students will also learn to utilize proper pistol nomenclature in their on-range exercises and competition communications as well as learn to handle .177 Olympic grade and .22 caliber pistols. Partial refund of special fees for those who utilize their own .22 caliber pistol. Drops are not possible after the second day following the first lecture. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/drop.php or contact the Registrar's Office at (801)581-8969.

PRTL 160 - 001 NR-Pistol Marksmanship

  • Class Number: 3132
  • Instructor: DAVIS, HYRUM
  • Component: Field Work
  • Type: In Person
  • Units: 0.0
  • Wait List: No
  • Fees: $337.00
  • Seats Available: 0

Classes are held from Jan 7 to Feb 18. First lecture attendance is mandatory. Shooting sessions begin the second week of class. No camping. Students will learn about and practice shooting range protocols, gun safety, as well as the physical and mental principles of marksmanship. Students will also learn to utilize proper pistol nomenclature in their on-range exercises and competition communications as well as learn to handle .177 Olympic grade and .22 caliber pistols. Partial refund of special fees for those who utilize their own .22 caliber pistol. Drops are not possible after the second day following the first lecture. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/drop.php or contact the Registrar's Office at (801)581-8969.

PRTL 160 - 003 NR-Pistol Marksmanship


Classes are held from Feb 25 to April 14. First lecture attendance is mandatory. Shooting sessions begin the second week of class. No camping. Students will learn about and practice shooting range protocols, gun safety, as well as the physical and mental principles of marksmanship. Students will also learn to utilize proper pistol nomenclature in their on-range exercises and competition communications as well as learn to handle .177 Olympic grade and .22 caliber pistols. Partial refund of special fees for those who utilize their own .22 caliber pistol. Drops are not possible after the second day following the first lecture. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/drop.php or contact the Registrar's Office at (801)581-8969.

PRTL 160 - 003 NR-Pistol Marksmanship

  • Class Number: 3165
  • Instructor: DAVIS, HYRUM
  • Component: Field Work
  • Type: In Person
  • Units: 0.0
  • Wait List: No
  • Fees: $337.00
  • Seats Available: 2

Classes are held from Feb 25 to April 14. First lecture attendance is mandatory. Shooting sessions begin the second week of class. No camping. Students will learn about and practice shooting range protocols, gun safety, as well as the physical and mental principles of marksmanship. Students will also learn to utilize proper pistol nomenclature in their on-range exercises and competition communications as well as learn to handle .177 Olympic grade and .22 caliber pistols. Partial refund of special fees for those who utilize their own .22 caliber pistol. Drops are not possible after the second day following the first lecture. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/drop.php or contact the Registrar's Office at (801)581-8969.

PRTL 221 - 001 NR-Bakpak L.Powell Area


Attendance at first meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after second day following this meeting. Class meets April 13. Field trip Apr 17-19. Backpacking and overnight camping. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php

PRTL 221 - 001 NR-Bakpak L.Powell Area

  • Class Number: 1657
  • Instructor: SMITH, DANIEL
  • Component: Field Work
  • Type: In Person
  • Units: 0.0
  • Wait List: No
  • Fees: $336.00
  • Seats Available: 3

Attendance at first meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after second day following this meeting. Class meets April 13. Field trip Apr 17-19. Backpacking and overnight camping. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php

PRTL 224 - 001 NR-Desert Backpacking


Attendance at first class mandatory. Drops not possible after second day following this meeting. Class meets March 16 only. Field trip March 27 - 29. Backpacking and overnight camping. This course provides students with an introduction or furtherment to overnight backpacking. Pre-trip, learn how and what to pack, with a focus on lightening your load. We will cover backcountry skills, safety, consumerism, and resource management issues and environmental ethics associated with backpacking in desert lands managed by the BLM. Overnight camping. Drops not possible after the second day following the first class meeting. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php

PRTL 224 - 001 NR-Desert Backpacking

  • Class Number: 1633
  • Instructor: NICHOLS, NELS
  • Component: Field Work
  • Type: In Person
  • Units: 0.0
  • Wait List: No
  • Fees: $344.00
  • Seats Available: 1

Attendance at first class mandatory. Drops not possible after second day following this meeting. Class meets March 16 only. Field trip March 27 - 29. Backpacking and overnight camping. This course provides students with an introduction or furtherment to overnight backpacking. Pre-trip, learn how and what to pack, with a focus on lightening your load. We will cover backcountry skills, safety, consumerism, and resource management issues and environmental ethics associated with backpacking in desert lands managed by the BLM. Overnight camping. Drops not possible after the second day following the first class meeting. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php

PRTL 224 - 002 NR-Desert Backpacking


Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after the 2nd day following this meeting. Class dates April 07 only. Field trip April 17-19. Backpacking and overnight camping. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php

PRTL 224 - 002 NR-Desert Backpacking

  • Class Number: 2328
  • Instructor: HAWKE, JENNY
  • Component: Field Work
  • Type: In Person
  • Units: 0.0
  • Wait List: No
  • Fees: $344.00
  • Seats Available: 1

Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after the 2nd day following this meeting. Class dates April 07 only. Field trip April 17-19. Backpacking and overnight camping. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php

PRTL 226 - 002 NR-Map & Compass


Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after second day following this meeting. This class may require snowshoes for the actual orienteering portion of the class. Class meets April 20 only. Field trip Saturday, April 25 only. No camping. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php

PRTL 226 - 002 NR-Map & Compass

  • Class Number: 16400
  • Instructor: SMITH, DANIEL
  • Component: Field Work
  • Type: In Person
  • Units: 0.0
  • Wait List: No
  • Fees: $277.00
  • Seats Available: 3

Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after second day following this meeting. This class may require snowshoes for the actual orienteering portion of the class. Class meets April 20 only. Field trip Saturday, April 25 only. No camping. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php

PRTL 227 - 001 NR-Bird Obser & Behav


Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible following second day after this meeting. Class meets Mar 19 only 3:05-6:00PM. Field trips Fri Mar 20, 5-10PM (owling and night birds), and Sat Mar 21, 8:00AM-3:30PM (day birds). Bird encounters in natural environments with direct observation, field guides, optical equipment. Examines resource management, bird populations, and human recreation. No overnight camping. Fee includes lunches. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php

PRTL 227 - 001 NR-Bird Obser & Behav


Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible following second day after this meeting. Class meets Mar 19 only 3:05-6:00PM. Field trips Fri Mar 20, 5-10PM (owling and night birds), and Sat Mar 21, 8:00AM-3:30PM (day birds). Bird encounters in natural environments with direct observation, field guides, optical equipment. Examines resource management, bird populations, and human recreation. No overnight camping. Fee includes lunches. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php

PRTL 230 - 001 NR-Rock Climbing I


Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after the 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets March 24 only. Field trip to Southern Utah, Utah Fri, Sat, Sun, April 3-5. Introduction to vertical rock climbing. Overnight camping. Top rope climbing fundamentals, rappelling, and anchors will be discussed and practiced. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php

PRTL 230 - 001 NR-Rock Climbing I


Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after the 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets March 24 only. Field trip to Southern Utah, Utah Fri, Sat, Sun, April 3-5. Introduction to vertical rock climbing. Overnight camping. Top rope climbing fundamentals, rappelling, and anchors will be discussed and practiced. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php

PRTL 230 - 002 NR-Rock Climbing I


Learn the basics of outdoor rock climbing while spending the weekend in Southern Utah. Locations periodically change and will be announced at the beginning of each semester. Class meets on campus March 31. Climbing field trip April 17-19. This course focuses on the fundamentals of top-rope climbing which include: proper anchor building, belaying, climbing movement, rappelling, and other safe climbing practices. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. No drops after the second day following the meeting. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php

PRTL 230 - 002 NR-Rock Climbing I

  • Class Number: 8499
  • Instructor: RILEY, MIKE
  • Component: Field Work
  • Type: In Person
  • Units: 0.0
  • Wait List: No
  • Fees: $418.00
  • Seats Available: 3

Learn the basics of outdoor rock climbing while spending the weekend in Southern Utah. Locations periodically change and will be announced at the beginning of each semester. Class meets on campus March 31. Climbing field trip April 17-19. This course focuses on the fundamentals of top-rope climbing which include: proper anchor building, belaying, climbing movement, rappelling, and other safe climbing practices. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. No drops after the second day following the meeting. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php

PRTL 231 - 002 NR-Rock Climbing II


Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. No drops after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets March 31 only. Field trip to Southern Utah, Fri, Sat, Sun, April 10 – April 12. Review top rope technique. Intro lead climb fundamentals. Sport lead climbing, anchors. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php

PRTL 231 - 002 NR-Rock Climbing II


Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. No drops after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets March 31 only. Field trip to Southern Utah, Fri, Sat, Sun, April 10 – April 12. Review top rope technique. Intro lead climb fundamentals. Sport lead climbing, anchors. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php

PRTL 237 - 001 NR-Indoor Rock Climbing I


Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after the 2nd day following this meeting. Classes meeting on Jan. 6 will take place at the University of Utah, and will meet in HPR E 206. All the Following Classes meet at Momentum Millcreek (3173 E 3300 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84109). Climbing Jan. 13, 27, Feb. 3, 10, 24, Mar. 2, 16, 23, 30, Apr. 6, 13, 20. Fee includes use of Momentum equipment and during designated class hours. Intro to top rope climbing fundamentals, climbing movement, and anchors will be discussed and practiced. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php

PRTL 237 - 001 NR-Indoor Rock Climbing I

  • Class Number: 3376
  • Instructor: KOHLER, ZACH
  • Component: Field Work
  • Type: In Person
  • Units: 0.0
  • Wait List: No
  • Fees: $200.79
  • Seats Available: 2

Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after the 2nd day following this meeting. Classes meeting on Jan. 6 will take place at the University of Utah, and will meet in HPR E 206. All the Following Classes meet at Momentum Millcreek (3173 E 3300 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84109). Climbing Jan. 13, 27, Feb. 3, 10, 24, Mar. 2, 16, 23, 30, Apr. 6, 13, 20. Fee includes use of Momentum equipment and during designated class hours. Intro to top rope climbing fundamentals, climbing movement, and anchors will be discussed and practiced. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php

PRTL 243 - 001 Intro to Bikepacking


BIKEPACKING IN BEARS EARS NATIONAL MONUMENT. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after the 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets March 23rd only. Field trip April 17-19. Bikepacking—or, backpacking by mountain bike—is an increasingly popular way to learn about the outdoors. This introductory class is designed to teach students about an alternative choice of human powered adventure for outdoor enthusiasts. Bikepacking allows the adventurist to cover more miles than hiking as well as accessing dirt roads and trails that are otherwise inaccessible to other vehicles. In this class we will cover various aspects of bikepacking including outfitting bikes, gear to bring, and tips for planning trips. Students will learn about public land policy, be more fluent in conservation issues critical to the State of Utah, and practice minimum-impact travel and camping techniques. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php

PRTL 243 - 001 Intro to Bikepacking

  • Class Number: 19008
  • Instructor: RANDALL, NATALIE
  • Component: Activity
  • Type: In Person
  • Units: 0.0
  • Wait List: No
  • Fees: $388.00
  • Seats Available: 5

BIKEPACKING IN BEARS EARS NATIONAL MONUMENT. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after the 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets March 23rd only. Field trip April 17-19. Bikepacking—or, backpacking by mountain bike—is an increasingly popular way to learn about the outdoors. This introductory class is designed to teach students about an alternative choice of human powered adventure for outdoor enthusiasts. Bikepacking allows the adventurist to cover more miles than hiking as well as accessing dirt roads and trails that are otherwise inaccessible to other vehicles. In this class we will cover various aspects of bikepacking including outfitting bikes, gear to bring, and tips for planning trips. Students will learn about public land policy, be more fluent in conservation issues critical to the State of Utah, and practice minimum-impact travel and camping techniques. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php

PRTL 245 - 001 NR-Bike Zion Park


Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets March 17 only. Field trip April 3-5. Overnight camping. Road or mountain bike riding. All ability levels. Special fee includes camp and park fees. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php

PRTL 245 - 001 NR-Bike Zion Park

  • Class Number: 18154
  • Instructor: BROWN, JEFFERY
  • Component: Field Work
  • Type: In Person
  • Units: 0.0
  • Wait List: No
  • Fees: $371.00
  • Seats Available: 5

Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets March 17 only. Field trip April 3-5. Overnight camping. Road or mountain bike riding. All ability levels. Special fee includes camp and park fees. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php

PRTL 252 - 001 Hike Canyonlands N.P.


Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets March 16 only. Field trip March 20-22. Day hikes and overnight camping in Canyonlands N. P. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php

PRTL 252 - 001 Hike Canyonlands N.P.

  • Class Number: 3199
  • Instructor: SMITH, DANIEL
  • Component: Field Work
  • Type: In Person
  • Units: 0.0
  • Wait List: No
  • Fees: $388.00
  • Seats Available: 3

Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets March 16 only. Field trip March 20-22. Day hikes and overnight camping in Canyonlands N. P. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php

PRTL 255 - 001 NR-Hike Capitol Reef


This class will focus on the natural history of Capitol Reef National Park whilst day hiking. Attention will be given to contemporary resource management challenges and their relationship to user behaviors. In addition, the course will focus on safety, leave no trace ethics, consumerism, and environmental ethics. Class meets April 13th (Monday only). Field Trip to Capitol Reef N.P. April 17 – 19 (Fri-Sun). Overnight camping required. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php

PRTL 255 - 001 NR-Hike Capitol Reef

  • Class Number: 17382
  • Instructor: WHITE, TiM W
  • Component: Clinical
  • Type: In Person
  • Units: 0.0
  • Wait List: No
  • Fees: $383.00
  • Seats Available: 2

This class will focus on the natural history of Capitol Reef National Park whilst day hiking. Attention will be given to contemporary resource management challenges and their relationship to user behaviors. In addition, the course will focus on safety, leave no trace ethics, consumerism, and environmental ethics. Class meets April 13th (Monday only). Field Trip to Capitol Reef N.P. April 17 – 19 (Fri-Sun). Overnight camping required. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php

PRTL 256 - 001 NR-Hike Arches Park


Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets Mar 02 only. Field trip Mar 6 - 8. Overnight camping and day hikes. No backpacking. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php

PRTL 256 - 001 NR-Hike Arches Park

  • Class Number: 3134
  • Instructor: WHITE, TiM W
  • Component: Field Work
  • Type: In Person
  • Units: 0.0
  • Wait List: No
  • Fees: $383.00
  • Seats Available: 3

Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets Mar 02 only. Field trip Mar 6 - 8. Overnight camping and day hikes. No backpacking. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php

PRTL 258 - 001 Day Hikes & Dark Skies


This course will take us into Capitol Reef National Park and surrounding public lands to explore a sampling of trails, buttes, vistas, and the celebrated dark skies of Southern Utah, Fri-Sun, 3/27-3/29. From our basecamp we will venture out by foot during the day to explore the wildlands in and around Capitol Reef National Park. At night we will journey deep into the cosmos to study the dark skies of Southern Utah, explore indigenous interpretations of constellations, and learn why our state has more dark sky parks than any other in the nation. This course has two pre-trip meetings, day hikes, dark sky exploration, and overnight camping. Camping is required. Attendance at both class meetings is mandatory. The first class meeting is on March 3rd on campus and the second class meeting is on March 19th in the Clark Planetarium (downtown SLC). To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php.

PRTL 258 - 001 Day Hikes & Dark Skies

  • Class Number: 15938
  • Instructor: BARRUS, REN
  • Component: Field Work
  • Type: In Person
  • Units: 0.0
  • Wait List: No
  • Fees: $513.00
  • Seats Available: 5

This course will take us into Capitol Reef National Park and surrounding public lands to explore a sampling of trails, buttes, vistas, and the celebrated dark skies of Southern Utah, Fri-Sun, 3/27-3/29. From our basecamp we will venture out by foot during the day to explore the wildlands in and around Capitol Reef National Park. At night we will journey deep into the cosmos to study the dark skies of Southern Utah, explore indigenous interpretations of constellations, and learn why our state has more dark sky parks than any other in the nation. This course has two pre-trip meetings, day hikes, dark sky exploration, and overnight camping. Camping is required. Attendance at both class meetings is mandatory. The first class meeting is on March 3rd on campus and the second class meeting is on March 19th in the Clark Planetarium (downtown SLC). To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php.

PRTL 262 - 001 NR-Lightweight Backpack


Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after the 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets Apr 15 only. Field trip Apr 24-26. Overnight camping. Students will finish this course with the skills and knowledge to reduce their current pack weight dramatically without compromising safety and trading only minimal comforts. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php

PRTL 262 - 001 NR-Lightweight Backpack


Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after the 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets Apr 15 only. Field trip Apr 24-26. Overnight camping. Students will finish this course with the skills and knowledge to reduce their current pack weight dramatically without compromising safety and trading only minimal comforts. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php

PRTL 263 - 001 Canyoneering I: Techncl


Attendance at both meetings (prior to the field program) is mandatory. Drops not possible after the 2nd day following the first class meeting. 1st of a 3- course series, but may be taken on its own. Technical skills taught based on the ACA international Level 1 standards such as logistics and safety, Leave No Trace ethics, basic knots, intro to anchors and rigging, rappelling and belaying, self-rescue and more. Class meets March 23rd & March 30th. Overnight camping field trip all day Fri-Sun April 3 - April 5. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php . If you have any questions please contact your instructor for this class at drtigner@tignerfamily.org

PRTL 263 - 001 Canyoneering I: Techncl

  • Class Number: 12470
  • Instructor: Tigner, Roscoe
  • Component: Field Work
  • Type: In Person
  • Units: 0.0
  • Wait List: No
  • Fees: $423.00
  • Seats Available: 5

Attendance at both meetings (prior to the field program) is mandatory. Drops not possible after the 2nd day following the first class meeting. 1st of a 3- course series, but may be taken on its own. Technical skills taught based on the ACA international Level 1 standards such as logistics and safety, Leave No Trace ethics, basic knots, intro to anchors and rigging, rappelling and belaying, self-rescue and more. Class meets March 23rd & March 30th. Overnight camping field trip all day Fri-Sun April 3 - April 5. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php . If you have any questions please contact your instructor for this class at drtigner@tignerfamily.org

PRTL 263 - 002 Canyoneering I: Techncl


Attendance at both meetings (prior to the field program) is mandatory. Drops not possible after the 2nd day following the first class meeting. 1st of a 3- course series, but may be taken on its own. Technical skills taught based on the ACA international Level 1 standards such as logistics and safety, Leave No Trace ethics, basic knots, intro to anchors and rigging, rappelling and belaying, self-rescue and more. Class meets March 17th & March 24th . Overnight camping field trip all day Fri-Sun March 27 - 29. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php . If you have any questions please contact your instructor for this class at drtigner@tignerfamily.org

PRTL 263 - 002 Canyoneering I: Techncl

  • Class Number: 13850
  • Instructor: Tigner, Roscoe
  • Component: Field Work
  • Type: In Person
  • Units: 0.0
  • Wait List: No
  • Fees: $423.00
  • Seats Available: 5

Attendance at both meetings (prior to the field program) is mandatory. Drops not possible after the 2nd day following the first class meeting. 1st of a 3- course series, but may be taken on its own. Technical skills taught based on the ACA international Level 1 standards such as logistics and safety, Leave No Trace ethics, basic knots, intro to anchors and rigging, rappelling and belaying, self-rescue and more. Class meets March 17th & March 24th . Overnight camping field trip all day Fri-Sun March 27 - 29. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php . If you have any questions please contact your instructor for this class at drtigner@tignerfamily.org

PRTL 264 - 001 Canyoneering II: Adv


Students enrolling in this class need to possess the skills learned in Canyoneering I to take this class. Attendance at both class meetings (prior to field program) is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following the first class meeting. Class meets Wednesdays, April 1 and April 8. Overnight Camping Field trip all day Fri-Sun April 10 - 12. Technical skills taught based on the ACA International Level 2 standards such as Navigation, Map Reading, Knot Craft, Anchors, Rigging, On Rope Techniques, Companion Rescue, ascending fixed ropes, passing a knot, and much more. This is the second course of three. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php If you have any questions please contact your instructor for this class at drtigner@tignerfamily.org

PRTL 264 - 001 Canyoneering II: Adv

  • Class Number: 12188
  • Instructor: Tigner, Roscoe
  • Component: Lecture
  • Type: In Person
  • Units: 0.0
  • Wait List: No
  • Fees: $423.00
  • Seats Available: 4

Students enrolling in this class need to possess the skills learned in Canyoneering I to take this class. Attendance at both class meetings (prior to field program) is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following the first class meeting. Class meets Wednesdays, April 1 and April 8. Overnight Camping Field trip all day Fri-Sun April 10 - 12. Technical skills taught based on the ACA International Level 2 standards such as Navigation, Map Reading, Knot Craft, Anchors, Rigging, On Rope Techniques, Companion Rescue, ascending fixed ropes, passing a knot, and much more. This is the second course of three. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php If you have any questions please contact your instructor for this class at drtigner@tignerfamily.org

PRTL 268 - 001 Canyoneering III


Students enrolling in this class need to possess the skills learned in Canyoneering II to take this class. Attendance at both class meetings (prior to field program) is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following the first class meeting. Class meets March 31st & 7th only. Overnight Camping Field Trip, Fri-Sun, April 10 - 12. This course is the third in a three-part series to prepare students to challenge the American Canyoneering Association's Recreation Canyon Leader and Professional Guide course/exams if desired. Advanced canyoneering skills in 3B canyons will be covered including advanced anchor building, pothole escapes, mechanical advantage, lowering and hauling, as well as issues concerning our federally managed lands as they relate to this course. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php If you have any questions please contact your instructor for this class at drtigner@tignerfamily.org.

PRTL 268 - 001 Canyoneering III

  • Class Number: 12466
  • Instructor: Tigner, Roscoe
  • Component: Field Work
  • Type: In Person
  • Units: 0.0
  • Wait List: No
  • Fees: $423.00
  • Seats Available: 4

Students enrolling in this class need to possess the skills learned in Canyoneering II to take this class. Attendance at both class meetings (prior to field program) is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following the first class meeting. Class meets March 31st & 7th only. Overnight Camping Field Trip, Fri-Sun, April 10 - 12. This course is the third in a three-part series to prepare students to challenge the American Canyoneering Association's Recreation Canyon Leader and Professional Guide course/exams if desired. Advanced canyoneering skills in 3B canyons will be covered including advanced anchor building, pothole escapes, mechanical advantage, lowering and hauling, as well as issues concerning our federally managed lands as they relate to this course. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php If you have any questions please contact your instructor for this class at drtigner@tignerfamily.org.