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  • 2.00 Credits

    Resource management issues, activity skills, safety, consumerism, and environmental ethics associated with rock climbing on federally managed lands. For students who have not previously engaged in rock climbing. Not enrolled in a high school program.
  • 2.00 Credits

    Resource management issues, activity skills, safety, consumerism, and environmental ethics associated with rock climbing on lands managed by our federal government. For students who have some experience in rock climbing. Not enrolled in a high school program.
  • 2.00 Credits

    Resource management, activity skills, safety, consumerism, and environmental ethics associated with rock climbing on federal lands. For students of intermediate or better skill levels. Not enrolled in a high school program.
  • 2.00 Credits

    The basic procedures involved with the activity of rock climbing will be explained, demonstrated, and practiced during this course. All skills including those associated with lead climbing will be explored, taught and managed in a single pitch setting. "Leave No Trace" skills, and associated safety skills will be taught and applied throughout the course. Students will also explore the issues and guidelines related to the management and usage of public lands as they relate to recreational use. Not enrolled in a high school program.
  • 2.00 Credits

    This is a basic rock climbing class which focuses not only on belaying, knot tying, and safety concerns, but also on bouldering, climbing techniques, and route reading. Low ropes elements will also be incorporated into the class. Additionally, core curriculum includes environmental and resource management aspects of this popular sport. Not enrolled in a high school program.
  • 1.00 Credits

    Technical mountain biking skills for double and single track riding, emphasis on general bike repair and maintenance, safety, trail etiquette, multiple user conflict, environmental ethics, and resource management associated with mountain biking in Utah's Wasatch Range. No camping required. Not enrolled in a high school program.
  • 2.00 Credits

    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. Not enrolled in a high school program.
  • 1.50 Credits

    The fundamental techniques, strategies and skills to commute to school, work, and social events by bicycle will be examined, discussed and applied during this course. This will be taught with a combination of handouts, videos, and on bike sessions. This section will provide students exceptional opportunities to gain knowledge of the Salt Lake Valley area, preferable bike routes, and explore some notable landmarks and cultural venues. Students will be given the opportunity to discuss and try out appropriate biking equipment for communing, explore bike friendly routes, and practice safe and confident handling of their bikes in a controlled setting and in an urban setting with traffic. Additional topics, strategies, and research will be covered to illuminate the numerous benefits that active transportation methods provide to participants and to communities in general. This course will provide information and experiences for those wishing to begin commuting by bike as well as those who currently bike and would like to improve their skills, confidence, and their knowledge of the geographical terrain in the Salt Lake City area. Not enrolled in a high school program.
  • 2.00 Credits

    Resource management, activity skills, safety, consumerism, and environmental ethics associated with bicycle touring Zion National Park. Overnight camping. Not enrolled in a high school program.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course is designed for skilled skiers who wish to learn the theory, techniques, and skills used while instructing and guiding from a lift-served and back country environment. Prerequisites apply to this course, and may be viewed at www.amga.com. Not enrolled in a high school program.