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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 23 only. Field trip April 2 - April 4. 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: 1565
- Instructor: HAWKE, JENNY
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $352.00
- Seats Available: 2
Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets Mar 23 only. Field trip April 2 - April 4. 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 13 only. Field trip Apr 23 - 25. 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: 1566
- Instructor: HAWKE, JENNY
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $352.00
- Seats Available: 2
Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets Apr 13 only. Field trip Apr 23 - 25. 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 17 only. Field trip Mar 12-14. Emphasis on fishing and overnight camping. The field portion of this course will be conducted on local waters. No Camping. 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: 3289
- Instructor: Sapp, Hillary
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $362.00
- Seats Available: 0
Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets Wednesday, Feb 17 only. Field trip Mar 12-14. Emphasis on fishing and overnight camping. The field portion of this course will be conducted on local waters. No Camping. 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
Class meets April 6 to April 13. Field trip April 9 – 11. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after the second day following the first class meeting. Overnight (car) camping and hiking will be a part of this class. To be a better nature photographer, one must be a better naturalist. This course is designed to help students not only get the most out of their photographic equipment but to help them develop a recreation awareness ethic. Outdoor photographic problems such as composition, exposure, focus, shutter speed effects, and depth of field will be covered. Course includes two classroom sessions and an overnight weekend field trip. Meet other photography minded students and learn the basics of landscape photography while exploring some of the many scenic areas Utah has to offer. Destination TBA at orientation meeting. Practice photographic techniques in an outdoor setting. Students will need a camera with full manual exposure capabilities to be able to participate and complete course assignments. For more information contact Dan Smith dan.k.smith@utah.edu. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
- Class Number: 1567
- Instructor: SMITH, DANIEL
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $412.00
- Seats Available: 3
Class meets April 6 to April 13. Field trip April 9 – 11. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after the second day following the first class meeting. Overnight (car) camping and hiking will be a part of this class. To be a better nature photographer, one must be a better naturalist. This course is designed to help students not only get the most out of their photographic equipment but to help them develop a recreation awareness ethic. Outdoor photographic problems such as composition, exposure, focus, shutter speed effects, and depth of field will be covered. Course includes two classroom sessions and an overnight weekend field trip. Meet other photography minded students and learn the basics of landscape photography while exploring some of the many scenic areas Utah has to offer. Destination TBA at orientation meeting. Practice photographic techniques in an outdoor setting. Students will need a camera with full manual exposure capabilities to be able to participate and complete course assignments. For more information contact Dan Smith dan.k.smith@utah.edu. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
Attendance at first meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after second day following this meeting. Class meets April 07. Field trip Apr 16-18. Backpacking and overnight camping. This course provides students with an introduction or advancement of overnight backpacking techniques. Students will learn how and what to pack and become familiar with Leave No Trace skills. We will cover backcountry skills, safety, consumerism, and environmental and natural resource topics associated with outdoor recreation. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
- Class Number: 1592
- Instructor: SMITH, DANIEL
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $345.00
- Seats Available: 2
Attendance at first meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after second day following this meeting. Class meets April 07. Field trip Apr 16-18. Backpacking and overnight camping. This course provides students with an introduction or advancement of overnight backpacking techniques. Students will learn how and what to pack and become familiar with Leave No Trace skills. We will cover backcountry skills, safety, consumerism, and environmental and natural resource topics associated with outdoor recreation. 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 15 only. Field trip March 26 - 28. 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: 1568
- Instructor: NICHOLS, NELS
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $353.00
- Seats Available: 1
Attendance at first class mandatory. Drops not possible after second day following this meeting. Class meets March 15 only. Field trip March 26 - 28. 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
Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after second day following this meeting. Class meets April 14 only. Field trip Saturday, April 24 only. No camping. Learn basic backcountry navigation skills and strategies using map, GPS and compass tools to find your way on your next outdoor adventure. You’ll learn about resources as to what type of map is needed and where to obtain maps to plan your travels in the backcountry. Map reading skills will be presented. Both GPS and compass navigational tools will be used during class so the student can become familiar with the advantages of each device. Skills learned in the classroom will then be practiced in the field during the day long outing. Additional information will be presented on Leave No Trace principals, safety, consumerism, and environmental and natural resource topics associated with outdoor recreation. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
- Class Number: 14170
- Instructor: SMITH, DANIEL
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $310.00
- Seats Available: 2
Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after second day following this meeting. Class meets April 14 only. Field trip Saturday, April 24 only. No camping. Learn basic backcountry navigation skills and strategies using map, GPS and compass tools to find your way on your next outdoor adventure. You’ll learn about resources as to what type of map is needed and where to obtain maps to plan your travels in the backcountry. Map reading skills will be presented. Both GPS and compass navigational tools will be used during class so the student can become familiar with the advantages of each device. Skills learned in the classroom will then be practiced in the field during the day long outing. Additional information will be presented on Leave No Trace principals, safety, consumerism, and environmental and natural resource topics associated with outdoor recreation. 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 18 only 3:05-6:00PM. Field trips Fri Mar 19, 5-10PM (owling and night birds), and Sat Mar 20, 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
- Class Number: 5429
- Instructor: Wayment, Nikki
- Component: Lecture
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $280.00
- Seats Available: 1
Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible following second day after this meeting. Class meets Mar 18 only 3:05-6:00PM. Field trips Fri Mar 19, 5-10PM (owling and night birds), and Sat Mar 20, 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 22 only. Field trip to Southern Utah, Utah Fri, Sat, Sun, April 2-4. 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
- Class Number: 8885
- Instructor: Ravensbergen, Amanda
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $427.00
- Seats Available: 0
Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after the 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets March 22 only. Field trip to Southern Utah, Utah Fri, Sat, Sun, April 2-4. 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 30. Climbing field trip April 16-18. 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: 7947
- Instructor: Ravensbergen, Amanda
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $427.00
- Seats Available: 2
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 30. Climbing field trip April 16-18. 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 29 only. Field trip to Southern Utah, Fri, Sat, Sun, April 9 – April 11. Review top rope technique. Intro lead climb fundamentals. Sport lead climbing, anchors. Drops are not possible after 2 days following the first class 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
- Class Number: 8360
- Instructor: Ravensbergen, Amanda
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $427.00
- Seats Available: 1
Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. No drops after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets March 29 only. Field trip to Southern Utah, Fri, Sat, Sun, April 9 – April 11. Review top rope technique. Intro lead climb fundamentals. Sport lead climbing, anchors. Drops are not possible after 2 days following the first class meeting. 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. First class meeting on Jan. 19. All classes will meet at Momentum Millcreek (3173 E 3300 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84109). Climbing class Jan,19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 16, 23 Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Apr. 6,. Fee includes use of Momentum equipment 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: 3151
- Instructor: KOHLER, ZACH
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $427.00
- Seats Available: 3
Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after the 2nd day following this meeting. First class meeting on Jan. 19. All classes will meet at Momentum Millcreek (3173 E 3300 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84109). Climbing class Jan,19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 16, 23 Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Apr. 6,. Fee includes use of Momentum equipment 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 15 only. Field trip April 23-25. 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: 16292
- Instructor: RANDALL, NATALIE
- Component: Activity
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $397.00
- 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 15 only. Field trip April 23-25. 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 16 only. Field trip April 2-4. 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: 15592
- Instructor: BROWN, JEFFERY
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $380.00
- 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 April 2-4. 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
Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets February 24 only. Field trip March 19-21. Day hikes and overnight camping. Students will learn how and what to pack and become familiar with Leave No Trace skills. We will cover camping skills, safety, consumerism, and environmental and natural resource topics associated with outdoor recreation. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
- Class Number: 2987
- Instructor: SMITH, DANIEL
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $397.00
- Seats Available: 2
Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets February 24 only. Field trip March 19-21. Day hikes and overnight camping. Students will learn how and what to pack and become familiar with Leave No Trace skills. We will cover camping skills, safety, consumerism, and environmental and natural resource topics associated with outdoor recreation. 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 12th (Monday only). Field Trip to Capitol Reef N.P. April 16 – 18 (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: 15017
- Instructor: WHITE, TiM W
- Component: Clinical
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $392.00
- 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 12th (Monday only). Field Trip to Capitol Reef N.P. April 16 – 18 (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 Feb 22 only. Field trip Mar 5 - 7. 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: 2926
- Instructor: WHITE, TiM W
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $392.00
- Seats Available: 3
Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets Feb 22 only. Field trip Mar 5 - 7. 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
Attendance at the first class meeting is mandatory. 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, 3/26-3/28. 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. The first class meeting is on March 18th on campus. 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: 13871
- Instructor: BARRUS, REN
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 0.0
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $417.00
- Seats Available: 5
Attendance at the first class meeting is mandatory. 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, 3/26-3/28. 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. The first class meeting is on March 18th on campus. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php.