HPE-150 Beginning Camping

This course is designed to provide basic fundamentals of camping. Strong emphasis will be placed on the appropriate relationship between man and his natural environment. A half-day trip, an organizational meeting and a three-day trip are required. A minimal fee is required.

Credits

1

Department

• Health Science and Human Performance

Semesters Course Will Be Offered

• Spring

Course Rotation Schedule

• Fall: In Person
• Spring: In Person

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HPE 150: Beginning Camping

Department

Health Science and Human Performance

Course Description

This course is designed to provide basic fundamentals of camping. Strong emphasis will be placed on the appropriate relationship between man and his natural environment. A half-day trip, an organizational meeting and a three-day trip are required. A minimal fee is required.

Credit Hours

1

Contact Hours

Lecture	2
Lab	0
Other	0

Grading Scheme

Letter

Semester(s) Course Will Be Offered

Spring

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Identify the wellness benefits of outdoor recreational activities
2. Participate in outdoor activities while conserving and protecting the environment
3. Execute basic camping skills such as starting a fire, planning and preparation of meals, proper utilization of camping gear and camping site selection
4. Recognize safety concerns in an outdoor environment
5. Recognize safety concerns in an outdoor environment
6. Utilize a contour map and compass
7. Recognize and identify plants, tress and wildlife

Topic Outline

1. 1. Wellness benefits of outdoor recreational activities
2. 2. Conservation and protection of the environment
3. 3. Basic camping skills
4. 4. Safety concerns in an outdoor environment
5. 5. Use of contour maps and a compass
6. 6. Pros and cons of various camping gear
7. 7. Problem solving and adapting in an outdoor environment
8. 8. Identification of plants, trees, and wildlife