RLS 10400 Cooperative Games Facilitation (NLA)

Basic concepts of cooperative games -- philosophy, leadership, curriculum development, and evaluation. The course includes leadership and referee techniques, safety considerations, group dynamics, and game philosophies. A variety of game strategies are presented. Other new and innovative approaches to games are also presented. (IRR)
1 Credit

RLS 13700 Leisure Travel (NLA)

Develops an understanding of tourism and its social, economic, and environmental impact as one of the world's largest and fastest growing industries. Examines travel motivation, travel trends including ecotourism, and the distinctive conditions that attract visitors to different regions of the world. Enables students to discover interesting places to visit and prepares them to deal with logistical concerns related to climate, monetary exchanges, customs, time changes, health, and safety. The role of intermediaries to facilitate travel arrangements and provide information is also examined. (S,Y)
3 Credits

RLS 17100 Introduction to Backpacking (NLA)

An experiential introduction to the concepts, skills, and techniques of backpacking. Topics include trip planning and preparation, equipment use and care, backcountry cooking techniques, navigation and safety considerations, and minimal impact practices. Course includes mandatory weekend field experience. (F-S,Y)
1 Credit

RLS 18000 Selected Topics in Adventure Skills Fundamentals (NLA)

Examines fundamental concepts and standard practices of a specific adventure skill discipline. Application of technical skills. This course involves field experiences. This course may be repeated up to six times for different selected topics. (IRR)
1 Credit

RLS 19000 Selected Topics in Adventure Skill Fieldwork (NLA)

An experiential education opportunity that applies adventure skills to real-life situations. The student works in an adventure setting and is actively involved in some aspect of program planning, delivery, and direct leadership. This course may be repeated up to three times for different selected topics. Prerequisites: 1 Course from RLS 18000-18009. (Y)
2 Credits

RLS 21600 Outdoor Adventure Skills (NLA)

Introduction to basic skills and concepts in a variety of outdoor adventure pursuits. Skills include trip preparation, menu planning, cooking techniques, and safety considerations in both moderate and cold-weather camping. Fundamentals in backcountry travel may include backpacking, flat-water canoeing, rock climbing, kayaking, and winter travel. Component of the Immersion Semester Program with associated fees. Pre-requisites: RLS 15100; RLS 21800; permission of instructor. (S,Y)
Attributes: ESTS
3 Credits

RLS 21800 Wilderness First Responder (NLA)

Improvised resources, varying environmental conditions, and extended care used as the framework for learning to respond to medical emergencies in remote wilderness settings. Examines necessary tools to make critical medical and evacuation decisions. Certification awarded upon successful completion. Course includes required weekend or Fall/Spring break participation. Course includes fee for materials, resources, and certification exam. Prerequisites: RLS 15100; permission of instructor. (F,Y)
Attributes: ESTS
3 Credits

RLS 22000 The Wilderness Experience (LA)

Exploration of the complexity of a wilderness experience. Focuses on wilderness values and the relationship humanity has with shaping the natural environment as well as the effects wilderness has on human relationships. This is an extended field experience. Component of the Immersion Semester Program with associated fees. Prerequisites: RLS 15100; RLS 21800; outdoor adventure leadership major or outdoor pursuits minor; permission of instructor. (S,Y)
4 Credits

RLS 22300 Wilderness Literacy (LA)

Survey of works in a variety of media that focuses on the theme of wilderness as a metaphor. Examination of the important ideas, people, cultures, and deep intellectual history of the wilderness movement. Component of the Immersion Semester Program with associated fees. Prerequisites: RLS 15100; RLS 21800; outdoor adventure leadership major or outdoor pursuits minor; permission of instructor. (S,Y)
2 Credits

RLS 23800 Leisure and Aging (LA)

Explores the role of leisure in the aging process. Students analyze the effects of incorporating meaningful leisure activities into the lifestyles of older individuals, based on their needs and interests. Visits to facilities and interaction with older individuals in leisure settings demonstrate the importance of leisure to a healthy lifestyle for older individuals. Prerequisites: RLS 10100 or GERO 10100. (IRR)
3 Credits

RLS 27700 Sustainable Tourism (LA)

Examines sustainable tourism from an international perspective. Emphasis is placed on management of the natural resources necessary in delivering a variety of sustainable tourism attractions (wildlife, plant life, scenery). Additionally, cultural resources associated with indigenous cultures are explored. A majority of the course is spent traveling to various private and public sustainable tourism ventures (e.g., whale watching, hiking, sea kayaking). Students engage in the sustainable tourism ventures, as well as meet leisure service personnel who own, operate, and direct these ventures. Includes fee for travel, food, and gear rental. (IRR)
Attributes: HSIS, LAEL, SO
3 Credits

RLS 28000 Selected Topics in Adventure Skills Management (NLA)

Emphasizes core competencies required to manage clientele in a specific adventure skill environment. This course involves field experiences. This course may be repeated up to three credits for different selected topics. May have fees associated. Prerequisites: Corresponding RLS 180xx. (Y)
2 Credits

RLS 28001 Selected Topics in Wilderness Medicine (NLA)

Emphasizes core competencies required to manage clientele in a specific adventure skill environment. This course involves field experiences. This course may be repeated up to three credits for different selected topics. May have fees associated. Prerequisites: Corresponding RLS 180xx. (Y)
2 Credits

RLS 37000 Wilderness Land Use Ethics (LA)

Examination of the people and social forces that have influenced land use related to designated wilderness. Focus on philosophical and historical basis for wilderness management. Emphasizes development and promotion of a personal land-use ethic. Includes an extended field experience. Component of the Immersion Semester Program with associated fees. Prerequisites: RLS 21600; RLS 21800; outdoor adventure leadership major or outdoor pursuits minor; permission of instructor. (S,Y)
Attributes: ESTS
3 Credits

RLS 42100 Wilderness Expedition Leadership (NLA)

Integrates human understanding, outdoor techniques, and teaching ability in expedition leadership. Emphasis on sound judgment and decision making with groups in wilderness settings. This is an extended field experience. Component of the Immersion Semester Program with associated fee. Prerequisites: RLS 15100; RLS 21800; RLS 35400; outdoor adventure leadership major or outdoor pursuits minor; permission of instructor. (S,Y)
4 Credits

RLS 43000 Adventure Education (LA)

Modern educational theory, experiential education, and adventure education theories are examined. Ethics of adventure education leadership are explored. Prerequisites: Senior standing. Outdoor adventure leadership major or Outdoor pursuits minor. (F,Y)
3 Credits