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PRTL 1120 - 001 NR-Outdoor Cooking&Camp
This course focuses on outdoor cooking and camping at a front-range campground. Students will learn about different cooking techniques and tools, such as a two-burner stove, whisperlight backpacking stoves, canister stoves, and/or dutch ovens. Students will learn about campsite selection, camping equipment, and how to prepare for their own camping adventures. Class meets Oct. 5 only. Field trip Oct. 20 - 22. Overnight camping at a developed campground. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.phpp
PRTL 1120 - 001 NR-Outdoor Cooking&Camp
- Class Number: 1300
- Instructor: GALT, CAMERON
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 2.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $40.00
- Seats Available: 4
This course focuses on outdoor cooking and camping at a front-range campground. Students will learn about different cooking techniques and tools, such as a two-burner stove, whisperlight backpacking stoves, canister stoves, and/or dutch ovens. Students will learn about campsite selection, camping equipment, and how to prepare for their own camping adventures. Class meets Oct. 5 only. Field trip Oct. 20 - 22. Overnight camping at a developed campground. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.phpp
PRTL 1120 - 070 NR-Outdoor Cooking&Camp
This course focuses on outdoor cooking and camping at a front-range campground. Students will learn about different cooking techniques and tools, such as a two-burner stove, whisperlight backpacking stoves, canister stoves, and/or dutch ovens. Students will learn about campsite selection, camping equipment, and how to prepare for their own camping adventures. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after the 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets Sept. 5 only. This class meets at the Sandy Campus at 10011 Centennial Parkway, Suite 100, Sandy. For directions call 801.587.2520 or visit https://sandy.utah.edu. Field trip Sept. 15-17. 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 1120 - 070 NR-Outdoor Cooking&Camp
- Class Number: 5121
- Instructor: HAWKE, JENNY
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 2.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $40.00
- Seats Available: 3
This course focuses on outdoor cooking and camping at a front-range campground. Students will learn about different cooking techniques and tools, such as a two-burner stove, whisperlight backpacking stoves, canister stoves, and/or dutch ovens. Students will learn about campsite selection, camping equipment, and how to prepare for their own camping adventures. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after the 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets Sept. 5 only. This class meets at the Sandy Campus at 10011 Centennial Parkway, Suite 100, Sandy. For directions call 801.587.2520 or visit https://sandy.utah.edu. Field trip Sept. 15-17. 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 1160 - 001 NR-Pistol Marksmanship
Attendance at the first two lectures is mandatory. Shooting sessions begin the second week of class. No camping. Students will use .177 caliber air pistols and .22LR semi-automatic pistols to learn; proper pistol nomenclature, gun safety, pistol operation, shooting range etiquette and marksmanship training drills. Students will also learn the physical and mental principles of marksmanship and will be able to demonstrate proficiency by the end of the course.
PRTL 1160 - 001 NR-Pistol Marksmanship
- Class Number: 18583
- Instructor: DAVIS, HYRUM
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 1.5
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: Yes
- Fees: $60.00
- Seats Available: 1
Attendance at the first two lectures is mandatory. Shooting sessions begin the second week of class. No camping. Students will use .177 caliber air pistols and .22LR semi-automatic pistols to learn; proper pistol nomenclature, gun safety, pistol operation, shooting range etiquette and marksmanship training drills. Students will also learn the physical and mental principles of marksmanship and will be able to demonstrate proficiency by the end of the course.
PRTL 1160 - 002 NR-Pistol Marksmanship
Attendance at the first two lectures is mandatory. Shooting sessions begin the second week of class. No camping. Students will use .177 caliber air pistols and .22LR semi-automatic pistols to learn; proper pistol nomenclature, gun safety, pistol operation, shooting range etiquette and marksmanship training drills. Students will also learn the physical and mental principles of marksmanship and will be able to demonstrate proficiency by the end of the course.
PRTL 1160 - 002 NR-Pistol Marksmanship
- Class Number: 13456
- Instructor: DAVIS, HYRUM
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 1.5
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: Yes
- Fees: $60.00
- Seats Available: 1
Attendance at the first two lectures is mandatory. Shooting sessions begin the second week of class. No camping. Students will use .177 caliber air pistols and .22LR semi-automatic pistols to learn; proper pistol nomenclature, gun safety, pistol operation, shooting range etiquette and marksmanship training drills. Students will also learn the physical and mental principles of marksmanship and will be able to demonstrate proficiency by the end of the course.
PRTL 1219 - 001 NR-Day Hikes Wasatch
Basic hiking for beginning or experienced hikers. Core areas include safety, Leave-No-Trace, technique, history, equipment, ecology, route finding, and natural resources management. No Camping. Class meets on-campus on Sep. 6 only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be Fridays, 9/8, 9/15, 9/22 from 1pm - 7pm. *Drops are 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 1219 - 001 NR-Day Hikes Wasatch
- Class Number: 6240
- Instructor: GARDNER, ERIC T
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 1.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $17.00
- Seats Available: 6
Basic hiking for beginning or experienced hikers. Core areas include safety, Leave-No-Trace, technique, history, equipment, ecology, route finding, and natural resources management. No Camping. Class meets on-campus on Sep. 6 only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be Fridays, 9/8, 9/15, 9/22 from 1pm - 7pm. *Drops are 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 1220 - 002 NR-Autumn Backpacking
THIS COURSE IS TAUGHT BY WOMEN AND CREATED FOR A FEMALE PERSPECTIVE. 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. Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets Aug.29 only. Field work Sept 8-10. Backpacking and overnight camping. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 1220 - 002 NR-Autumn Backpacking
- Class Number: 7530
- Instructor: OLLIVIER, APRIL
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 2.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $27.00
- Seats Available: 3
THIS COURSE IS TAUGHT BY WOMEN AND CREATED FOR A FEMALE PERSPECTIVE. 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. Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets Aug.29 only. Field work Sept 8-10. Backpacking and overnight camping. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 1221 - 001 NR-Bakpak L.Powell Area
Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after the second day following the first class meeting. 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. Class meets on-campus on Oct. 4th only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from Oct. 20-22. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 1221 - 001 NR-Bakpak L.Powell Area
- Class Number: 1727
- Instructor: AMBLER, WILL
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 2.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $33.00
- Seats Available: 5
Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after the second day following the first class meeting. 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. Class meets on-campus on Oct. 4th only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from Oct. 20-22. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 1224 - 002 NR-Desert Backpacking
This course will focus on backpacking and overnight camping in Utah's magnificent red rock desert. THIS COURSE IS TAUGHT BY WOMEN AND CREATED FOR A FEMALE PERSPECTIVE. TECHNIQUES, BACKCOUNTRY-SPECIFIC INFORMATION, AND DISCUSSIONS DIRECTED AND PERTAINING TO WOMEN WILL BE A LARGE PART OF THIS COURSE. This course provides students with an introduction to overnight backpacking. Curriculum includes route planning, equipment selection, Leave No Trace techniques, wilderness travel, resource management issues, and environmental ethics associated with backpacking in desert lands Class meets on-campus on Oct. 5th only. Attendane at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from Oct. 20 to Oct. 22. *Drops are 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 1224 - 002 NR-Desert Backpacking
- Class Number: 14140
- Instructor: CANTER, CAROLINE
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 2.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $41.00
- Seats Available: 2
This course will focus on backpacking and overnight camping in Utah's magnificent red rock desert. THIS COURSE IS TAUGHT BY WOMEN AND CREATED FOR A FEMALE PERSPECTIVE. TECHNIQUES, BACKCOUNTRY-SPECIFIC INFORMATION, AND DISCUSSIONS DIRECTED AND PERTAINING TO WOMEN WILL BE A LARGE PART OF THIS COURSE. This course provides students with an introduction to overnight backpacking. Curriculum includes route planning, equipment selection, Leave No Trace techniques, wilderness travel, resource management issues, and environmental ethics associated with backpacking in desert lands Class meets on-campus on Oct. 5th only. Attendane at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from Oct. 20 to Oct. 22. *Drops are 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 1224 - 070 NR-Desert Backpacking
This class meets at the Sandy Campus at 10011 Centennial Parkway, Suite 100, Sandy. For directions call 801.587.2520 or visit https://sandy.utah.edu.This course provides students with skills required for overnight backpacking, including backcountry skills, risk management, resource management issues, and environmental ethics associate with backpacking in desert lands. The pre-trip meeting will cover how and what to pack, with a focus on lightening your load. Class meets on-campus on Sept 26 only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from Oct 6-8. Overnight camping. *Drops are 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 1224 - 070 NR-Desert Backpacking
- Class Number: 12465
- Instructor: HAWKE, JENNY
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 2.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $41.00
- Seats Available: 1
This class meets at the Sandy Campus at 10011 Centennial Parkway, Suite 100, Sandy. For directions call 801.587.2520 or visit https://sandy.utah.edu.This course provides students with skills required for overnight backpacking, including backcountry skills, risk management, resource management issues, and environmental ethics associate with backpacking in desert lands. The pre-trip meeting will cover how and what to pack, with a focus on lightening your load. Class meets on-campus on Sept 26 only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from Oct 6-8. Overnight camping. *Drops are 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 1230 - 001 NR-Rock Climbing I
This course will focus on the fundamentals of top-rope climbing, including anchor construction, belay techniques, climbing movement, rappelling, equipment selection and maintenance, and other safe climbing practices. Curriculum also includes land management policy and responsible recreation climbing practices. Class meets on-campus on Aug. 23 only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from Sep.1 to 3. *Drops are 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 1230 - 001 NR-Rock Climbing I
- Class Number: 7084
- Instructor: FOGEL, TIFFANIE
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 2.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $115.00
- Seats Available: 7
This course will focus on the fundamentals of top-rope climbing, including anchor construction, belay techniques, climbing movement, rappelling, equipment selection and maintenance, and other safe climbing practices. Curriculum also includes land management policy and responsible recreation climbing practices. Class meets on-campus on Aug. 23 only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from Sep.1 to 3. *Drops are 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 1230 - 002 NR-Rock Climbing I
Learn the basics of outdoor rock climbing while spending the weekend in Southern Utah. This course will focus on the fundamentals of top-rope climbing, including anchor construction, belay techniques, climbing movement, rappelling, equipment selection and maintenance, and other safe climbing practices. Curriculum also includes land management policy and responsible recreation climbing practices. Class meets on-campus on Oct. 18th only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from Nov. 3-6. Overnight camping. *Drops are 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 1230 - 002 NR-Rock Climbing I
- Class Number: 7085
- Instructor: FURMAN, NATE
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 2.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $115.00
- Seats Available: 3
Learn the basics of outdoor rock climbing while spending the weekend in Southern Utah. This course will focus on the fundamentals of top-rope climbing, including anchor construction, belay techniques, climbing movement, rappelling, equipment selection and maintenance, and other safe climbing practices. Curriculum also includes land management policy and responsible recreation climbing practices. Class meets on-campus on Oct. 18th only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from Nov. 3-6. Overnight camping. *Drops are 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 1231 - 001 NR-Rock Climbing II
Students will learn about leading sport climbing routes, top-anchor construction, hazard awareness, equipment selection and maintenance, and safe climbing practices. Curriculum also include land management policy and responsible recreation practices. Class meets on-campus on Oct. 4 only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be in Southern Utah from Nov. 10 to 12. Overnight camping. *Drops are 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 1231 - 001 NR-Rock Climbing II
- Class Number: 7055
- Instructor: AMBLER, WILL
- Component: Field Work
- Type: Hybrid & IVC
- Units: 2.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $115.00
- Seats Available: 3
Students will learn about leading sport climbing routes, top-anchor construction, hazard awareness, equipment selection and maintenance, and safe climbing practices. Curriculum also include land management policy and responsible recreation practices. Class meets on-campus on Oct. 4 only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be in Southern Utah from Nov. 10 to 12. Overnight camping. *Drops are 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 1237 - 001 NR-Indoor Rock Climb I
This course will introduce students to top-rope climbing fundamentals, climbing movement, and anchors in an indoor setting. Fee includes use of Momentum equipment during designated class hours. The following classes will meet at Momentum Millcreek (3173 E 3300 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84109) on Aug. 21, 28 Sep. 11, 18, 25 Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Nov. 6, 13, 20. *Drops are 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 1237 - 001 NR-Indoor Rock Climb I
- Class Number: 8816
- Instructor: KOHLER, ZACH
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 2.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $115.00
- Seats Available: 0
This course will introduce students to top-rope climbing fundamentals, climbing movement, and anchors in an indoor setting. Fee includes use of Momentum equipment during designated class hours. The following classes will meet at Momentum Millcreek (3173 E 3300 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84109) on Aug. 21, 28 Sep. 11, 18, 25 Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Nov. 6, 13, 20. *Drops are 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 1241 - 001 Mtn Bike Wasatch
3-day bike course. Course will cover technical mountain biking skills on single track with emphasis on safety, trail etiquette, multiple user conflict, environmental ethics, resource management associated with mountain biking in Utah's Wasatch Range, and common bike repairs and maintenance. Class meets in person Sep. 5 only. Field trips Sept 15th and 16th. No overnight camping. Attendance at first classroom session is mandatory. Drops not possible after second day following this meeting. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 1241 - 001 Mtn Bike Wasatch
- Class Number: 7604
- Instructor: BROWN, JEFFERY
- Instructor: Kalwies, CATHERINE
- Component: Activity
- Type: In Person
- Units: 1.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $20.00
- Seats Available: 1
3-day bike course. Course will cover technical mountain biking skills on single track with emphasis on safety, trail etiquette, multiple user conflict, environmental ethics, resource management associated with mountain biking in Utah's Wasatch Range, and common bike repairs and maintenance. Class meets in person Sep. 5 only. Field trips Sept 15th and 16th. No overnight camping. Attendance at first classroom session is mandatory. Drops not possible after second day following this meeting. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 1243 - 001 Intro to Bikepacking
BIKEPACKING IN BEARS EARS NATIONAL MONUMENT. 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. Class meets on-campus on Aug. 29th only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from Oct 20-22. Overnight camping. *Drops are 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 1243 - 001 Intro to Bikepacking
- Class Number: 13460
- Instructor: RANDALL, NATALIE
- Component: Activity
- Type: In Person
- Units: 2.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $85.00
- Seats Available: 5
BIKEPACKING IN BEARS EARS NATIONAL MONUMENT. 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. Class meets on-campus on Aug. 29th only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from Oct 20-22. Overnight camping. *Drops are 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 1245 - 001 Biking Zion
This course is open to all levels and will teach students cycling and camping skills. Curriculum includes land management policy related to Zion National Park, cycling safety, and camping skills like campsite selection and cooking. Class meets on-campus on Oct. 3rd only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from Oct. 20-22. Overnight camping. *Drops are 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 1245 - 001 Biking Zion
- Class Number: 11003
- Instructor: BROWN, JEFFERY
- Component: Field Work
- Type: Hybrid & IVC
- Units: 2.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $85.00
- Seats Available: 1
This course is open to all levels and will teach students cycling and camping skills. Curriculum includes land management policy related to Zion National Park, cycling safety, and camping skills like campsite selection and cooking. Class meets on-campus on Oct. 3rd only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from Oct. 20-22. Overnight camping. *Drops are 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 1252 - 001 Hike Canyonlands N.P.
This course will feature day hikes and overnight camping in Canyonlands National Park. Students will learn about safe hiking practices, campsite selection, camping equipment, and how to prepare for their own camping adventures. Class meets on-campus on Oct. 2nd only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from Oct. 20- Oct. 22. Overnight camping. *Drops are 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 1252 - 001 Hike Canyonlands N.P.
- Class Number: 1304
- Instructor: WHITE, TiM W
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 2.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $85.00
- Seats Available: 3
This course will feature day hikes and overnight camping in Canyonlands National Park. Students will learn about safe hiking practices, campsite selection, camping equipment, and how to prepare for their own camping adventures. Class meets on-campus on Oct. 2nd only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from Oct. 20- Oct. 22. Overnight camping. *Drops are 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 1256 - 001 NR-Hike Arches Park
This course will focus on the natural history of Arches National Park. In addition to day hiking, this course will focus on contemporary resource management challenges and their relationship to user behaviors. Curriculum will also regard safety, Leave No Trace ethics, consumerism, and environmental ethics. Class meets on-campus on Oct. 16th only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from Oct. 27-29. Overnight camping. *Drops are 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 1256 - 001 NR-Hike Arches Park
- Class Number: 1303
- Instructor: WHITE, TiM W
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 2.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $80.00
- Seats Available: 4
This course will focus on the natural history of Arches National Park. In addition to day hiking, this course will focus on contemporary resource management challenges and their relationship to user behaviors. Curriculum will also regard safety, Leave No Trace ethics, consumerism, and environmental ethics. Class meets on-campus on Oct. 16th only. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Field experience will be from Oct. 27-29. Overnight camping. *Drops are 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 1258 - 001 Day Hikes & Dark Skies
This course will take us into Arches National Park, Dead Horse Point State Park, and surrounding public lands to explore a sampling of trails, arches, vistas, overlooks, and the celebrated dark skies of Southern Utah, Oct. 13-15th. From our base camp at Dead Horse Point State Park, we will venture out by foot during the day to explore what the area offers. At night we will journey into the cosmos to learn about the celebrated dark skies of southern Utah, explore cultural interpretations of constellations, and learn why our state has more dark sky parks than any other in the nation. The pre-trip meetings are mandatory and are on Wed. Oct. 4 and Sept. 27th. This course includes two class meetings, one on campus and the other at the Clark planetarium, day hikes, dark sky exploration, and overnight camping. Camping is required. Attendance at both class meetings is mandatory. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 1258 - 001 Day Hikes & Dark Skies
- Class Number: 12043
- Instructor: DICKERSON, JESSIE
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 2.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $105.00
- Seats Available: 3
This course will take us into Arches National Park, Dead Horse Point State Park, and surrounding public lands to explore a sampling of trails, arches, vistas, overlooks, and the celebrated dark skies of Southern Utah, Oct. 13-15th. From our base camp at Dead Horse Point State Park, we will venture out by foot during the day to explore what the area offers. At night we will journey into the cosmos to learn about the celebrated dark skies of southern Utah, explore cultural interpretations of constellations, and learn why our state has more dark sky parks than any other in the nation. The pre-trip meetings are mandatory and are on Wed. Oct. 4 and Sept. 27th. This course includes two class meetings, one on campus and the other at the Clark planetarium, day hikes, dark sky exploration, and overnight camping. Camping is required. Attendance at both class meetings is mandatory. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php
PRTL 1263 - 001 Canyoneering I: Techncl
Attendance at both class meetings (prior to field trip) is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following the first class meeting.. This course is the first in a three-part series to teach students canyoneering skills. Skills that will be covered include the ACA Core Skill standards such as basic knots, intro to anchors and rigging, rappelling, belaying, self-rescue, trip planning, canyon rating system, canyon logistics and safety, partner captures, moving through canyons, Leave No Trace ethics and much more. Class meets September 7th and September 14th. Overnight Camping Field trip all day Fri-Sun September 15th-17th. 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 brucieshapi@gmail.com.
PRTL 1263 - 001 Canyoneering I: Techncl
- Class Number: 13462
- Instructor: SHAPIRO, BRUCE
- Instructor: Tigner, Roscoe
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 2.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $120.00
- Seats Available: 1
Attendance at both class meetings (prior to field trip) is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following the first class meeting.. This course is the first in a three-part series to teach students canyoneering skills. Skills that will be covered include the ACA Core Skill standards such as basic knots, intro to anchors and rigging, rappelling, belaying, self-rescue, trip planning, canyon rating system, canyon logistics and safety, partner captures, moving through canyons, Leave No Trace ethics and much more. Class meets September 7th and September 14th. Overnight Camping Field trip all day Fri-Sun September 15th-17th. 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 brucieshapi@gmail.com.
PRTL 1263 - 002 Canyoneering I: Techncl
Attendance at both class meetings (prior to field trip) is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following the first class meeting.. This course is the first in a three-part series to teach students canyoneering skills. Skills that will be covered include the ACA Core Skill standards such as basic knots, intro to anchors and rigging, rappelling, belaying, self-rescue, trip planning, canyon rating system, canyon logistics and safety, partner captures, moving through canyons, Leave No Trace ethics and much more. Class meets August 30 and September 6. Overnight Camping Field trip all day Fri-Sun September 8-10. 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 brucieshapi@gmail.com.
PRTL 1263 - 002 Canyoneering I: Techncl
- Class Number: 13464
- Instructor: SHAPIRO, BRUCE
- Instructor: Tigner, Roscoe
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 2.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $120.00
- Seats Available: 1
Attendance at both class meetings (prior to field trip) is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following the first class meeting.. This course is the first in a three-part series to teach students canyoneering skills. Skills that will be covered include the ACA Core Skill standards such as basic knots, intro to anchors and rigging, rappelling, belaying, self-rescue, trip planning, canyon rating system, canyon logistics and safety, partner captures, moving through canyons, Leave No Trace ethics and much more. Class meets August 30 and September 6. Overnight Camping Field trip all day Fri-Sun September 8-10. 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 brucieshapi@gmail.com.
PRTL 1264 - 001 Canyoneering II: Adv
Students enrolling in this class need to possess the skills learned in Canyoneering 1 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 September 13 and September 20. Overnight camping field trip all day Fri-Sun September 22-24.This course is the second of a three-part series to teach students more advanced canyoneering skills. Skills that will be covered include ascending rope, passing knots, anchor building and placement, advanced knots, rope retrieval, self-belaying, courtesy rigging, down climbing, companion rescue, introduction to canyon leadership as well as issues concerning our federally managed lands as they relate to this course and much more.
PRTL 1264 - 001 Canyoneering II: Adv
- Class Number: 13466
- Instructor: SHAPIRO, BRUCE
- Instructor: Tigner, Roscoe
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 2.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $120.00
- Seats Available: 2
Students enrolling in this class need to possess the skills learned in Canyoneering 1 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 September 13 and September 20. Overnight camping field trip all day Fri-Sun September 22-24.This course is the second of a three-part series to teach students more advanced canyoneering skills. Skills that will be covered include ascending rope, passing knots, anchor building and placement, advanced knots, rope retrieval, self-belaying, courtesy rigging, down climbing, companion rescue, introduction to canyon leadership as well as issues concerning our federally managed lands as they relate to this course and much more.
PRTL 1268 - 001 Canyoneering III
Students enrolling in this class need to possess the skill learned in Canyoneering 2 to take this class. Attendance at both class meetings prior to the field program is mandatory. Drops not possible after the 2nd day following the first class meeting. Class meets August 29th and September 12th. Overnight camping field trip all day Fri-Sun September 22-24. This course is the third of a three-part series to teach students advanced canyoneering skills. Skills that will be covered include advanced anchor building and rigging, pothole escapes, guided rappels, potshots, sand traps, toggle devices, mechanical advantage, lowering and hauling, canyon leadership and much more. Students enrolling in this course need to possess the skills learned in Canyoneering II to take this class. 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 brucieshapi@gmail.com.
PRTL 1268 - 001 Canyoneering III
- Class Number: 14599
- Instructor: SHAPIRO, BRUCE
- Instructor: Tigner, Roscoe
- Component: Field Work
- Type: In Person
- Units: 2.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $120.00
- Seats Available: 3
Students enrolling in this class need to possess the skill learned in Canyoneering 2 to take this class. Attendance at both class meetings prior to the field program is mandatory. Drops not possible after the 2nd day following the first class meeting. Class meets August 29th and September 12th. Overnight camping field trip all day Fri-Sun September 22-24. This course is the third of a three-part series to teach students advanced canyoneering skills. Skills that will be covered include advanced anchor building and rigging, pothole escapes, guided rappels, potshots, sand traps, toggle devices, mechanical advantage, lowering and hauling, canyon leadership and much more. Students enrolling in this course need to possess the skills learned in Canyoneering II to take this class. 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 brucieshapi@gmail.com.
PRTL 1285 - 001 Intro to Mtn Guiding
Course content includes client management, client security, guide security, route planning and selection, group dynamics, risk management, skill development and certifications, guiding career opportunities, and professionalism. Additional focus will include permitting through United States National Forest, Bureau of Land Management, National Park Service, and State Parks. Emphasis on minimum-impact wilderness travel and public land policy is included. Students should have competency in either (a) rock climbing, (b) ice climbing, (c) mountaineering, or (d) skiing before enrolling in this course. This course is taught by an AMGA certified guide. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after the 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets October 18-19 only. Field classes Oct. 21 and 22. This course prepares students for a career in mountain guiding. *Drops are 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 1285 - 001 Intro to Mtn Guiding
- Class Number: 10336
- Instructor: Lovell, Zach
- Component: Activity
- Type: In Person
- Units: 2.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Fees: $55.00
- Seats Available: 3
Course content includes client management, client security, guide security, route planning and selection, group dynamics, risk management, skill development and certifications, guiding career opportunities, and professionalism. Additional focus will include permitting through United States National Forest, Bureau of Land Management, National Park Service, and State Parks. Emphasis on minimum-impact wilderness travel and public land policy is included. Students should have competency in either (a) rock climbing, (b) ice climbing, (c) mountaineering, or (d) skiing before enrolling in this course. This course is taught by an AMGA certified guide. Attendance at first class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after the 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets October 18-19 only. Field classes Oct. 21 and 22. This course prepares students for a career in mountain guiding. *Drops are 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 1500 - 090 NR-Spec Topics
PRT 1500 requires instructor consent and an add code to register for this class.
PRTL 1500 - 090 NR-Spec Topics
- Class Number: 16864
- Instructor: FURMAN, NATE
- Component: Special Topics
- Type: Online
- Units: 1.0 - 3.0
- Requisites: Yes
- Wait List: No
- Seats Available: 19
PRT 1500 requires instructor consent and an add code to register for this class.