OEAC 2058 - BACKCOUNTRY SKIING AND SNOWBOARDING

Institution:

Central Wyoming College

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Description:

This is an intermediate level course for students with previous experience in downhill skiing or snowboarding. Students will practice back-county snow travel using their choice of alpine touring skis, telemark skis, or a split snowboard. Students will learn to use climbing skins, route-find, and assess avalanche hazards in mountainous terrain. The course will also present an overview of equipment, proper clothing, waxing and risk management techniques for winter backcountry travel in the mountains. All clothing and ski or snowboard equipment must meet instructor approval and must be provided by the student. (2 lab)

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.cwc.edu/

Phone Number:

(800) 735-8418

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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