Credit Classes

All of our credit classes involve some weekend meeting times and/or overnight experiences. Our courses are designed to introduce the learner to new environments and adventure activities. Courses that require extended time in the field or that are designed for those with more skill or a higher level of physical condition are noted. All courses require instructor permission (except CEO 122 and CEO 130) so that students have the best understanding of the time, personal commitment involved and fitness level needed. Weight is determining factor for participation and safety. Outdoor activities and the lifestyle that accompanies them are not for everyone.

NOTE: Fees and drop/add deadlines associated with mini courses are subjected to earlier deadlines than those of full semester courses. University fees cannot be refunded after the first day of classes.

Registration and Enrollment Policies

Spring 2012 Classes

CEO 122 Skiing/Snowboarding

Learn and develop sound skills of downhill skiing or snowboarding as a lifetime leisure activity. Skill levels taught include beginners, intermediates, advanced, and expert in skiing. Each participant will select the appropriate level of instruction and be evaluated accordingly. Each class will consist of a specific lesson in addition to required time in the activity-based training area. An ample amount of practice time to work on skills and explore the many runs will be available. Snow pants and helmets are very highly recommended.

A Greek Peak representative will be in the East Gym Recreation Center Lobby from noon-5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 1, 2012 to answer questions, collect registration forms and payments if you have NOT already paid online.

Course description, syllabus and payment information can be found online.

$362 with lift ticket & instruction
$438 with lift ticket, equipment rentals & instruction

Fridays, 2:20-10 p.m., February 3-March 9
Section 1: Downhill Skiing
Section 2: Snowboarding
The first Friday class is 2/3/12. Bus transportation is provided and will depart from the East Gym parking Lot E at 2:30 p.m. Students may elect to drive their personal car, but fees will not be prorated.

Sundays, 11:50 a.m.-7:30 p.m., February 5-March 11
Section 3: Downhill Skiing
Section 4: Snowboarding
The first Sunday class is 2/5/12. Bus transportation is provided and will depart from the East Gym parking Lot E at 12:00 p.m. (NOON) for Sunday class sessions. Students may elect to drive their personal car, but fees will not be prorated.

CEO 130 English Horsemanship I

Section 1: Mondays, 2:-4:30 p.m.
Section 2: Mondays, 4:30-7 p.m.
Section 3: Tuesdays, 2:50-5:20 p.m.
Section 4: Tuesdays, 5:30-8 p.m.
Section 5: Fridays, 10:50 a.m.-1:20 p.m.
Section 6: Fridays, 1:30-4 p.m.
Instructor: Roni McAbee, Laurie McCarthy & Syd Davis.
Call the South Wind Stables, 724-1003 with any questions.

For students with no prior horsemanship or riding experience. Weight is determining factor for participation and safety in the riding portion of this course. Please note that to ensure horse and rider safety, we enforce a rider weight limit of 200 pounds. You must be in good physical condition. The staff at South Wind Stables teaches horse behavior, proper grooming and parts of the horse; basic tack and saddling techniques, as well as elementary riding basics at the walk and trot. Goal is to make working around horses and basic riding a safe and enjoyable experience. A $360 fee includes instruction, use of the horses, equipment and facility -- everything but personal attire. Riding helmets are also provided. Transportation to and from the stable is available. A blue-and-white Suburban will be in front of Fine Arts building at the time course is scheduled to begin. Students may also elect to drive their personal car, but fees will not be prorated. Appropriate attire is mandatory for the first day of class: long pants, shirt with sleeves, and boots or shoes that tie and have 1-1.5“ heels. No hiking shoes, oversized shoes, high heeled fashion shoes or boots, sneakers, sandals or flip-flops. No shorts or sweat pants, jewelry or scarves. Call the stable at 607-724-1003 with any questions.

Fee is payable to South Wind Stables and is due the first day of class by check, cash or money order.
South Wind Stables - $360

CEO 131 English Horsemanship II

Section 1: Wednesdays, 5:30-8 p.m.
Section 2: Thursdays, 5:30-8 p.m.
Instructor: Roni McAbee. Call the South Wind Stables, 724-1003 with any questions.

For students who have passed English Horsemanship I or who have had prior riding experience. Weight is determining factor for participation and riding safety. Please note that to ensure horse and rider safety, we enforce a rider weight limit of 200 pounds. You must be in good physical condition. Horsemanship II is a continuation of Horsemanship I and emphasizes more advanced control of the horse. Fee includes instruction, use of the horses, equipment and facility -- everything but personal attire. Riding helmets are also provided. Transportation to and from the stable is available. A blue-and-white Suburban will be in front of Fine Arts building at the time course is scheduled to begin. Students may also elect to drive their personal car, but fees will not be prorated. Appropriate attire is expected for the first day of class: long pants and boots or shoes that tie and have small heels. No hiking shoes or oversized shoes.

Fee is payable to South Wind Stables and is due the first day of class by check, cash or money order.
South Wind Stables - $360

CEO 179 Cross-Country Skiing

Mondays, 1:10-4:10 p.m., January 30-March 5
Day Trips: Saturdays, February 4, 11, 18 & 25, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Instructor: Steve Busch

The focus of instruction will be on the development of the fundamental classical style skills, with close attention given to diagonal stride, double poling, turns, the wedge (descending hills), and up-hill diagonal striding. Lecture topics will include equipment selection, conditioning, winter nutrition, winter preparedness and survival. Expect to be outside in the winter elements every session. Synthetic long underwear, socks, hats & gloves are required. Four consecutive Saturday field trips are a mandatory attendance requirement for this course: 2/4, 2/11, 2/18 & 2/25. Field trips will take students to regional Nordic ski areas and state forests for use of extensive trail systems. Additional $200 fee includes transportation, trail fees and xc-ski equipment.

Must register and make payment in person in the Outdoor Pursuits office, EG-10.
$200

CEO 177 Hiking

Section 1
Mondays, 1:10-4:10 p.m., January 30-March 12
Day Trips: Saturday, February 11; Sundays, February 26 & March 4, 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
Instructor: John Greene

Section 2
Mondays, 1:10-4:10 p.m., March 26-May 7
Day Trips: Saturday, April 21 and Sundays, April 29 & May 6, 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
Instructor: John Greene

Section 3
Wednesdays, 3:30-6:30 p.m., March 28-May 9
Day Trips: Sunday, April 15, Saturday, April 28 & Sunday, May 6, 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
Instructor: Aaron Myers

Hiking is a great way to stay fit, reduce stress and experience the natural environment. This course uses an integrated presentation of wellness topics and physical activity to introduce the learner to the basic skills and techniques of snowshoeing and day hiking. Class sessions are utilized to hike or snowshoe the trails of our campus and local county parks. Lecture topics will include backcountry nutrition, basic survival techniques and preparedness, wilderness ethic, wellness and environmental awareness. Expect to be outside every class session while changing the way you perceive exercise. Synthetic long underwear and sturdy hiking boots or shoes are highly recommended.

This course includes three mandatory weekend day trips to put skills to practical use. First class day is 1/30/12.

Must register and make payment in person in the Outdoor Pursuits office, EG-10.
$150

CEO 176 Fly Fishing

Wednesdays, 2:20-5:20 p.m., March 21-May 2
Fishing Trips: Saturdays, Apr. 14, 28, and May 5
Instructor: Gary Romanic

Get hooked on the art of fly fishing. Learn the proper casting technique, field and stream safety, basic fly tying and entomology. Students will tie their own flies for the challenge of that first catch. Local experts share years of experience to make this one of the richest classes ever. Immerse yourself in a sport that will last a lifetime. Fee includes rods, reels, waders, tying materials and transportation. Students are responsible for obtaining a New York state fishing license. This course includes three mandatory weekend day trips to put skills to practical use.

Must register in person in the Outdoor Pursuits office, EG-10.
$200

CEO 245 Introduction to Outdoor Pursuits

Tuesday, March 6-May 1, 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Spring Break: March 30-April 7
Day Trips: Saturdays, April 28 & May 5

This is a spring break class is designed for the adventure seeking student with an interest in coastal ecology as the setting for an introduction to pursuing outdoor adventure. It is preceded by three class sessions including the history of the islands, group preparation, menu planning, packing, camping, hiking and outdoor living skills instruction. Following the Spring Break trip additional local outings and classes will be scheduled. The coastal islands just south of Savannah, Georgia are a diverse and a unique environment. Tidal action and the occasional hurricane combine to create a constantly changing canvas of shimmering beaches and maritime forests. Alligators, Bald Eagles, dolphins, and horseshoe crabs are a small sample of the wildlife present as we travel from salt marsh to Barrier Islands and maritime forests with the instructional staff from the University of Georgia's Marine Education Center and Aquarium (MECA). We will utilize the skiffs of MECA to transport gear for five nights of camping and hiking on remote islands. This is an isolated course environment and students should be physically and mentally prepared to practice outdoor living skills in a primitive setting. No experience is necessary.

Must register in person in the Outdoor Pursuits office, EG-10.
$475 includes transportation, equipment, camping permits, launch and entrance fees, meals and specialized instruction.

CEO 250 Bicycling

Mondays, 3:30-6:30 p.m., March 26-May 7
Weekend Rides: Sundays, April 15 & May 1, and Saturday, May 7, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Instructor: Michael Zuber

This course is designed to introduce the rider to a diversity of recreational riding opportunities with special emphasis on mountain biking. Students will learn the basics of bicycle repair and maintenance. Riding techniques and skills (e.g. braking, signaling, gearing, weight transfer, single track riding) will start on campus and progress to trips throughout the area. This course uses an integrated presentation of wellness topics and physical activity to introduce the rider to the topics of conditioning, nutrition, training, safety and environmental impact. This course includes three mandatory mountain bike day rides. Bicycles are provided by Outdoor Pursuits for a fee.

Must register in person in the Outdoor Pursuits office, EG-10.
$115 with your bike; $155 with bike provided; or $300 with a BOP bike purchase

CEO 252 White Water Kayaking

Fridays, 2:15-5:15 p.m., March 16-May 4
Day Trip: Saturday, May 5, 7 a.m.-7 p.m.
Instructor: Steve Busch

Time in the pool proceed afternoon river sessions in preparation for a day long river trip. This course is an introduction to white water kayaking. Instruction focuses on paddling techniques and practices that enable an individual to successfully negotiate a class II & III white water river. A theme of water safety is central in assisting student development of critical thinking skills (river sense). Equipment selection and use, river reading, route finding, river etiquette, and river rescue are all topics designed to assist student decision making. Development of intellectual and physical skills is enhanced through the use of both flat water and moving water settings, providing participants with realistic and consequential outcomes. Strong swimming ability is a must. A mandatory weekend river trip is required to complete this course. Students must have a synthetic underwear top. Wet suits, boats, paddles, helmets, PFD’s and transportation is provided.

Must register in person in the Outdoor Pursuits office, EG-10
$225

CEO 255 Backcountry Medicine

Fridays, 1:10-4:10 p.m., March 16-May 4
Certification Wkd: Saturday, March 24 and Sunday, March 25, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Weekend Field Sessions: TBA
Instructor: Kevin Hastings

This wilderness first aid course combines the theoretical with the experiential. The course is designed to teach skills and knowledge for safe and successful emergency care and rescue when definitive medical care is more than an hour away. Students will receive a 16-hour certification in wilderness first aid from a professional wilderness medicine association upon successful completion of the course. Special emphasis will be placed on leadership issues, accident prevention, group awareness and the dynamics of the environment. This course includes several mandatory weekend meeting times.

Must register in person in the Outdoor Pursuits office, EG-10
$325

CEO 260 Winter Camping and Travel Skills I

Fridays, 1:45-4:45 p.m., February 3-March 2
Day Trip: Saturday, February 4, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Overnights: Friday, February 17-Saturday, February 18 & Friday, February 24-Sunday, February 26
Instructors: Michael Zuber & Eric Tartter

This course will introduce the participant to the special low-impact camping and travel techniques, equipment and clothing requirements for the winter environment. Activities will include cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and snow shelter building. The topics of equipment selection and use, proper route and menu planning, and snow safety will be covered. Classroom sessions and outings prepare the student for two weekend overnight camping experiences. This activity is physically demanding, but is designed to be within the capability of people in reasonably good condition and health. Students will learn to live in the out of doors in winter weather conditions, be required to carry a pack and snowshoe approximately 3-7 miles. Fee includes equipment, transportation, permits or trail fees. Students are responsible for purchasing their snacks, trail food and synthetic long underwear. Previous camping experience is beneficial, but not necessary. Note three mandatory weekend class sessions.

Must register in person in the Outdoor Pursuits office, EG-10
Regional trails - $200