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  • 1.00 Credits

    This course will introduce beginners to the basics of hiking and fly-fishing so that they can pursue future trips with more confidence. Topics will include choosing proper equipment, minimizing impact on the land, reading topographic maps, and basic use of map and compass. The techniques of fly-fishing will be emphasized and practiced. Care of equipment, safety and determining fish behaviors will also be covered. The course will involve lecture/discussion sessions followed by a weekend trip.
  • 2.00 Credits

    This course will introduce beginners to the basics of backpacking and fly-fishing so that they can pursue future trips with more confidence. Topics will include choosing proper equipment, how to pack a pack effectively, minimizing impact on the land, reading topographic maps, basic use of map and compass, and protecting food and equipment from animals. The techniques of fly-fishing will be emphasized and practiced. Care of equipment, safety, and determining fish behaviors will also be covered. The course will involve lecture/discussion sessions followed by a day hike and a weekend trip, three days/two nights in the local mountains.
  • 1.00 Credits

    This course will provide students with the knowledge and skills to find and identify Wyoming146s big game animals. Primary emphasis will be placed on rocky mountain elk, mule deer, antelope and moose. Students will also be introduced to the necessary hunting equipment required to pursue these animals, as well as the physical conditioning needed to safely hunt in high altitude rugged terrain. Emphasis will also be placed on the role of hunters in the management of big game and current conservation issues facing big game herds in Wyoming.
  • 1.00 Credits

    Introduction to the fundamentals of mountain biking to include bike selection, fit, basic maintenance, and riding techniques.
  • 1.00 Credits

    This course introduces the students to climbing, bouldering, sport climbing and climbing games in an indoor setting. Participants will gain knowledge and skills so that they may feel confident and comfortable in indoor climbing situations or gyms.
  • 2.00 Credits

    This is phase one of a two-phase lecture/lab conditioning program. This course is a general conditioning program which includes the four areas of fitness: cardiovascular fitness, flexibility, muscular strength and muscular endurance. Personal exercise prescriptions will be written by the instructor.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course deals with a special type of conditioning program which applies the principle of specificity. The type of training undertaken must relate to the type of movement which will be performed on the job. Personal exercise prescriptions will be written by the instructor. Continuation of PEAC 2005. NAME CHANGED FROM FIT FOR WORK II F97
  • 1.00 Credits

    This course is for students who want to continue with their underwater education. A diver need not be advanced to take this course. This course will provide students with the opportunity to sharpen their scuba and safety skills. Five underwater dives will be completed which will introduce students to underwater career opportunities. Topics include natural navigation, the body and diving, advanced diving procedures, aquatic biology, deep diving and 5 open water dives. A lab fee will be required.
  • 1.00 Credits

    This course is designed for the advanced swimmer. Students will learn instructor skills for teaching the progressively more difficult swimming courses. Students will learn all of the skills for each course and how to properly teach that skills with safety in mind. Note: American Red Cross Certification requires minimum age of 16 by the end of the course.
  • 1.00 Credits

    Lifeguard Training is designed for the more advanced swimmer and concentrates on lifeguard training skills and the knowledge required to become a lifeguard at a swimming pool and at non-surf beach areas. CPR for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid are included in the course. Prerequisite: Intermediate or advanced swimming ability. Successful completion of skills test or instructor's permission. Note: American Red Cross Certification requires minimum age of 15 by the end of the course. Students under age 16 must submit an Age Waiver to register.