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OUTDOOR 300: Survey of Adventure Experiences

An examination of the historical, psychological, social, and philosophical foundations of adventure experiences in American culture and folklore. Experience outdoor living and adventure skills in a variety of contexts.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr | Units: 3
Instructors: ; Pelchat, C. (PI)

OUTDOOR 330: Climbing Wall Experiences

Instructional experiences include introductory through advanced skills and concepts of rock climbing, technique, safety, equipment and climbing vernacular. Rock 1 (beginning), Rock 2 (intermediate technique), Rock 3 (lead & sport), Strength and Conditioning, Route Setting, Bouldering for Fitness, and Climbing Wall Instructorship. Requires enrollment in Stanford Recreation section at http://apps.ideal-logic.com/stanfordoutdoor
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr, Sum | Units: 1-2 | Repeatable 20 times (up to 20 units total)

OUTDOOR 400: Fundamentals of Leadership

Examination of sources required for authentic leadership: connections, identity, integrity and personal power. Analysis of effective leadership practices and the application to collaborative environments.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr | Units: 3
Instructors: ; Pelchat, C. (PI)

OUTDOOR 401: Outdoor Living Skills

Introduction to essential skills for individual and group sustainability in a backcountry setting.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr | Units: 1

OUTDOOR 405: Outdoor Living and Leadership

Develop leadership skills necessary to lead multi-day outdoor experiences for the inexperienced participant. Topics include: outdoor living, group dynamics, outdoor risk management, situational leadership, and facilitation.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr | Units: 1-2

OUTDOOR 406A: Outdoor Leadership Practicum- Backpacking

Outdoor, educational & leadership theory integration through intensive field-based experiences. During these field-based experiences, students will engage with a critical self-assessment process to better understand their own levels of competence. Prerequisites: OUTDOOR 400 and OUTDOOR 401 OR OUTDOOR 405.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr | Units: 1

OUTDOOR 406B: Outdoor Leader Practicum - Winter Travel

Outdoor, education & leadership theory integration through intensive field-based experiences. During these field-based experiences, students will engage with a critical self-assessment process to better understand their own levels of competence. Prerequisites: OUTDOOR 400 and OUTDOOR 401 OR OUTDOOR 405
Terms: Win | Units: 1
Instructors: ; Wright, P. (PI)

OUTDOOR 406C: Outdoor Leader Practicum - Rock Climbing

Outdoor educational & leadership theory integration through intensive field-based experiences. During these field-based experiences, students will engage with a critical self-assessment process to better understand their own levels of competence. Prerequisites: OUTDOOR 400 and OUTDOOR 401 OR OUTDOOR 405
Terms: Aut, Spr | Units: 1

OUTDOOR 410: Initiative Development Practicum

This experiential education style course covers development of group facilitation skills. Students will experience and deliver group initiatives surrounding popular leadership topics and learn how to help their group take away valuable learning from an educational experience. Topics include: safety, assessing the physical, human and social environment to improve group effectiveness. Prerequisites: None
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr | Units: 1
Instructors: ; Pelchat, C. (GP)

OUTDOOR 411: Service Leadership Practicum

A practical application of essential leadership skills for students holding campus and/or community leadership positions. Includes an extensive exploration of leadership issues and skills required in both professional and volunteer settings with a focus on conflict resolution, mediation, program planning, effective communication, and mentorship. Prerequisites: OUTDOOR 400; OUTDOOR 410
Terms: Spr | Units: 1
Instructors: ; Thompson, A. (PI)

OUTDOOR 415: Adventure Experience Management

This course covers the effective design and delivery of courses and multi-day outdoor experiences. Students will learn the fundamentals of: emergency action plans; how to manage local operating procedures (LOP); standard operating procedures; Instructional design and delivery. Prerequisite: OUTDOOR 406A, OUTDOOR 406B, OUTDOOR 406C, OUTDOOR 406D or Instructor Permission.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr | Units: 1

OUTDOOR 416: Outdoor Educator Apprenticeship

This course provides the student an opportunity to lead a multi-day outdoor experiences in an official capacity. Experience includes: outdoor living skills, planning and logistics, leadership, risk management, environmental integration, and education. Students will plan and co-lead field outings. Prerequisites: OUTDOOR 405; OUTDOOR 406; OUTDOOR 415.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr | Units: 1-2
Instructors: ; Pelchat, C. (PI)

OUTDOOR 495: Outdoor Education: Assistant Instructor

Assist Instructor Outdoor Leadership Courses. Instructor Approval and Defined Student Goals/Benchmarks Required Prior to instructing.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr | Units: 1-2 | Repeatable 2 times (up to 2 units total)
Instructors: ; Thompson, A. (PI)

OUTDOOR 406D: Outdoor Leader Practicum - Whitewater

Outdoor, educational & leadership theory integration through intensive field-based experiences. During these field-based experiences, students will engage with a critical self-assessment process to better understand their own levels of competence. Prerequisites: OUTDOOR 400 and OUTDOOR 401 OR OUTDOOR 405.
| Units: 1
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