Mar 28, 2024  
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2021-22 
    
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2021-22 [Archived Catalog]

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REC 1143 - Kayak Touring


Provides an experiential learning environment that utilizes the natural surroundings to develop strong wilderness living and kayaking skills. Focus on the development of a personal outdoor ethic, interpersonal skills, and awareness of the natural environment through observation. Introduces students to the knowledge and skills needed to safely and enjoyably participate in extended kayak expeditions on lakes and/or rivers. In addition, students learn about expeditionary leadership specific to kayaking in backcountry settings.

Requisites: Permission required
Credit Hours: 1 - 6
Repeat/Retake Information: May be repeated for a maximum of 6.0 hours.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 10.0 laboratory
Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,CR,PR,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Learning Outcomes:
  • Apply principles and practices of expedition management in kayak touring.
  • Apply the principles and practices of Leave No Trace to minimize environmental impacts related to kayaking.
  • Apply the principles of safety and risk management in kayak touring.
  • Demonstrate appropriate interpersonal interactions and effective expedition behavior.
  • Demonstrate how to effectively navigate in river and/or open water environments.
  • Demonstrate the basic skills associated with wilderness living including: tent set-up, safe kitchen set-up and operation, bear bags, water procurement.
  • Demonstrate the basic skills of kayaking including: strokes, maneuvers, packing/trimming, portaging, rescues.



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