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Snowjacks Express- Starting in January 21st
PRICE: ASNAU, in conjunction with the "23 Fee" wishes to provide NAU students access to the San Francisco Peaks for winter recreation by providing transportation. Transportation is free to current NAU students. An 8:00 am and 10:30 am departure will occur during Saturdays (starting Jan 21) and Sundays of the winter snow season from the Wilson Hall lot (P30) [meeting @ 7:40/10:10], Pine Ridge Lot (P40) [meeting @ 7:50/10:20], & Wall Aquatic Center Lot(P7)[meeting@8:00/10:30]. Students will depart the mountain at 4:45 pm. SnowJacks operates on a first sign-up, first serve basis. Students cannot sign-up more than seven days in advance of their desired departure. You will be contacted if SnowJacks is full for the Date and Time you requested. Students will receive a confirmation call on Friday if they are on the ride list or they may call the NAU Outdoors Office for confirmation. Students who are confirmed by NAU Outdoors and are a no show on the morning of the scheduled departure will be charged $20. Students should be prepared to present their NAU ID and sign a waiver upon pick-up. Snowjacks may be cancelled due to weather.
January 6-14 (course meets from 8 am- 5pm, plus a field day) DAYS: 80 hours WFR has long been recognized as the standard in wilderness medical training for guides, trip leaders and outdoor professionals. This 80-hour WFR course provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to respond to backcountry medical and trauma situations. Students will learn patient stabilization, treatment, and evacuation with special attention to extended patient care. The class culminates with an overnight mock scenario that gives students practical, hands-on experience. Upon successful completion of the course students will receive a WFR completion card valid for 3 years and an American Heart Association - Healthcare Provider CPR card valid for 2 years. Our curriculum meets the Wilderness Medical Society’s recommended minimum course topics for WFR. January 20-22 (course leaves early Friday AM, returns late Sunday PM) DAYS: 3 Looking for more snow? Join NAU Outdoors as we explore Wolf Creek Ski Resort of Colorado. This trip will include transportation, lift passes, instruction, and lodging. Open to beginner and more advanced riders, this trip will be an excellent way to home your skills in alpine skiing or snowboarding. Feb 5-March 4 (Class meets Sunday evenings; 6-9 pm) DAYS: 5 The Intro to White Water Kayaking class is held at the Wall Aquatic Center on Campus. This class is taught by a certified American Canoe Association Kayak Instructor who will help you learn the very basic steps of being a safer and proficient paddler. Whether you are looking to paddle rivers, lakes or oceans this class is for you. By the end of this 5 week course you should be able to self rescue and provide aided rescue to fellow paddlers. After completing the NAU kayak course you are eligible to sign up for Kayaking Trips on the Verde and San Juan Rivers. The dates of these exciting river trips are March 10th for the Verde River Kayaking Trip and April 6-8 for the San Juan River Kayaking Trip. Students enrolled in this Intro to Kayaking course get a $15 discount on the Verde River Kayaking Trip (March 10th). So come and join us for a fun and exciting class! DATE CHANGE!!! Moved from Feb 8 to Monday Feb 13 (6-9 pm) DAYS: 2 hours Have a few minutes to tinker with your bike? NAU Outdoors has teamed up with Revolution Bicycle of Flagstaff and will provide instruction on how to do your own bike repair. This short clinic will hit the basics, focusing on quick repairs to get you home from a ride. Feb 15 @ 7:00 pm (Class meets Wed evening @ the Health and Learning Center, Room 2405) DAYS: 2 hours Offered in conjunction with the Kachina Peaks Avalanche Center: A student who attends this free 2-hour clinic is expected to gain a foundational understanding of: A representative from the Coconino National Forest will be on hand to answer questions and issue Backcountry Permits for the Kachina Peaks Wilderness Area. Remember, if you're going backcountry out of the Snowbowl, you need this free permit. Feb. 17-19 (Students must attend Avalanche Workshop listed above, the official course begins Friday (2/17), 2 pm-9 pm, all day Saturday & Sunday at Az Snowbowl- Transportation is provided. Friday session meets at the Health and Learning Center. DAYS: 3 Offered in conjunction with the Kachina Peaks Avalanche Center, this course uses AAA level 1 certification guidelines, and will cover the following: Identify avalanche terrain; Identify basic grain types, weak layers and strong layers; Perform field tests to determine snowpack stability/instability; Recognize weather and terrain factors contributing to instability; Perform rescue through fast and efficient transceiver use; Apply safe-travel techniques; and understand factors contributing to human error in decision-making. The format used for level 1 training courses generally entails three consecutive days (33% classroom, 66% field). Certification is based on satisfactory completion of both written and practical examinations. You can complete the field portion on skies, snowboard, or snowshoes. Feb 15- March 28 (Wed. nights, 5-8 pm) DAYS: 5 -evening class sessions Do you have a clunk in your bottom bracket or does your bike shift when you least expect it? Do you need guidance on getting your bike tuned up and ready for spring? NAU Outdoors has teamed up with Revolution Bicycle of Flagstaff and will provide instruction on how to do your own bike repair. Class meets at Revolution Bicycle on S. Mike's Pike at 5 PM. Course fee includes the Big Blue maintenance book and use of tools. Class participants will have access to an incredible discount on purchasing their own home tool kit.
Feb 24-26 DAYS: 3 This introductory backpacking course is a field-based, hands-on backcountry excursion focusing on the basic skills necessary to safely plan, prepare for, and embark on overnight trips and to interact with natural / cultural history of the area visited. Students will backpack in the Superstition Mountains, a desert mountain Wilderness Area near Phoenix while learning basic backpacking techniques, natural/cultural history of the area, and Leave No Trace principles. Safe travel, camping skills, equipment selection and operation, Leave No Trace minimum impact principles, and sound decision-making are all introduced as foundational skills for safe and responsible backcountry travel in this course. March 2-4 DAYS: 2.5 Leave the cold of Flagstaff and enjoy the warmth of the Phoenix valley by biking at the renowned White Tanks area. This field-based, hands-on course is designed for beginners, but open to all, and is designed to introduce students to the basic principles of mountain biking. An experientially-based course focusing on the basic principles of mountain biking including safety, technical skills, trail etiquette, and trail protection. The course is designed for those who have their own equipment, but equipment may be provided on a limited basis. March 2-5 (Friday evening, 6-10 PM, Sat and Sun 8 AM-5 PM) DAYS: 3 The 20-hour Wilderness First Aid (WFA) course is designed to train people to cope with basic wilderness hazards and medical emergencies and is ideal for the outdoor enthusiast who wants a more wildness specific approach to first aid. The curriculum for this course includes American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR. March 2-6 (Friday evening [CPR], 6-10 PM, Sat and Sun 8 AM-5 PM, Monday evening, 6-9 pm [WFR specific review]) DAYS: 2.5 The 20-hour Wilderness First Responder (WFR) course is designed to update skills and knowledge of individuals with prior WFR training. The course will be offered in conjuction with the Wilderness First Aid course, but will include an extra evening session to highlight WFR updates and work through WFR specific scenarios. The curriculum for this course includes American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR. March 10-18, March 14-16 ON THE RIVER (course meets from 8 AM-5 PM when not on the river) DAYS: 9 This course embraces the “wilderness” of WFR, by providing three days of instruction and hands-on scenarios on the San Juan River. WFR has long been recognized as the standard in wilderness medical training for guides, trip leaders and outdoor professionals. This 80-hour WFR course provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to respond to backcountry medical and trauma situations. Students will learn patient stabilization, treatment, and evacuation with special attention to extended patient care. The class will meet three days on the NAU campus, then spend three days paddling the San Juan River, then return to campus for two days for wrap-up. The course will contain a mock scenario that gives students practical, hands-on experience. Upon successful completion of the course students will receive a WFR completion card valid for 3 years and an American Heart Association - Healthcare Provider CPR card valid for 2 years. Our curriculum meets the Wilderness Medical Society’s recommended minimum course topics for WFR. March 10 DAYS: 1 The Verde River Kayaking Trip is a great first step in becoming a more proficient paddler. As a group we will work on the basic fundamentals of kayaking on rivers. You will learn how to catch Eddy's, Ferry, Surf and Read Water while boating on the very Scenic Verde River located in Central Arizona. Using a Hard Shell Kayak students must be able to Self-Rescue (Wet Exit or Roll) and T-Rescue along with having beginner paddling skills. The Intro to White Water Kayaking (PRM210) is an excellent primer for this river based trip. So if you have ever wanted to kayak a river before this is your chance! Come and join us for this very unique and exciting trip. March 10-14DAYS: 4 Have the itch to ride a wave on Surfboard. Join our Southern California native and other local instructors to learn the art of surfing in San Diego, California. Emphasis will be placed on beginner techniques, equipment use, and local ecology. March 14-18 DAYS: 5 Spend a week climbing in this amazingly unique high desert of Southern California. The unique rock features of Joshua Tree provide world class friction and crack climbing. We will have two professional climbing guides to help you improve your skills and each night we’ll be camping at the base of many great climbs. When you’ve had enough climbing enjoy a scenic hike on one of the many trails around the park. Drive to Joshua Tree on Monday, spend some time setting up camp and maybe go on a short day hike, climb Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and drive home on Friday. Show you’re Vertical Relief Semester pass for 10% off the cost of this trip. March 23-25 DAYS: 3 The Verde River Rafting Expedition trip is just that; an Expedition! This trip will launch from Clear Creek and take out at Gap Creek covering roughly 14 miles of one of Arizona's Wild and Scenic Rivers. Along the way we'll likely see a wide range of wildlife: River Otters, Deer, Bald Eagles, Wild Turkeys, and countless others. While on this trip you will learn how to navigate white water, perform basic river rescue techniques, scout and portage rapids, rig your own inflattable kayak, and Learn Leave No Trace Practices. While running this amazing stretch of river we will be helping with some hands-on river restoration work by cleaning up impacted camp sites. The Verde River is a unique and special place; as you enjoy it, you'll also be contributing to its preservation and future. March 24-25 DAYS: 2 This intense workshop is designed to help outdoor educators move participants into deeper inter- and intra-personal levels where they will be motivated to make significant life changes. March 30-April 1 DAYS: 2.5 Emphasis of this course will be finding lost persons, specifically in a Search and Rescue setting. Animal tracking will also be introduced. March 30-April 1 (course leaves early Friday morning) DAYS: 3 This introductory backpacking course is a field-based, hands-on backcountry excursion focusing on the basic skills necessary to safely plan, prepare for, and embark on overnight trips and to interact with natural / cultural history of the area visited. Havasupai Falls offers a unique setting to relax and observe natural beauty, geology, plants, and animals found in the Havasupai oasis. Safe travel, camping skills, equipment selection and operation, Leave No Trace minimum impact principles, and sound decision-making are all introduced as foundational skills for responsible backcountry travel. March 31 (4-8 PM) DAYS: 1 Have you thought about taking a rock climbing class or trip, but not sure if it’s for you? This clinic is designed to expose students to the sport of outdoor rock climbing, providing the very basics in approach, climbing technique, and safety. Equipment, instruction, and transportation to the Pit are provided. April 4- May 2 (Wed. nights, 5-8 pm) DAYS: 5 -evening class sessions Do you have a clunk in your bottom bracket or does your bike shift when you least expect it? Do you need guidance on getting your bike tuned up and ready for spring? NAU Outdoors has teamed up with Revolution Bicycle of Flagstaff and will provide instruction on how to do your own bike repair. Class meets at Revolution Bicycle on S. Mike's Pike at 5 PM. Course fee includes the Big Blue maintenance book and use of tools. Class participants will have access to an incredible discount on purchasing their own home tool kit. This class is more advanced than the introduction course, but no prerequisites or prior experience is required.
April 6-8 DAYS: 4 This Kayaking Adventure begins at Sand Island, UT and traverses 26 miles of the famous San Juan River to Mexican Hat, UT. During this adventure you’ll run playful white water rapids, explore ruins and petroglyphs, eat delicous food cooked out of dutch ovens, and sleep under the stars. This trip is designed to elevate your kayaking skills to an Intermediate level working specifically on catching eddies, surfing, and navigating class I-II rapids. If you have a desire to challenge yourself and see some amazing sites while paddling your own kayak down river- this trip is for you! Participants using hard-shell kayaks must have some type of formal training (Intro to White Water Kayaking PRM210) and/or show the necessary skills (Wet Exit, T rescue, Rolling and Paddling Skills) prior to the trip. So come and join us for this amazing White Water Kayaking Adventure! April 6-8-and April 13-15 (Friday session 1- 5 pm/ Sat and Sun session 8 AM- 5 PM) DAYS: 5 The Challenge Course is a series of adventure-based learning activities designed to facilitate a unique Community building experience. Students will learn how to facilitate teambuilding activities and high element challenges, monitor safety, conduct debriefs, understand hardware, and how to set-up/take-down the challenge course. April 7-8 DAYS: 2 Land navigation does not need to be a mystery or dependant on the batteries in your GPS. This two-day course will teach students how to navigate in the outdoors using a map and compass. April 7 DAYS: 1 Grand Falls is one of the most spectacular hidden destinations in Northern Arizona. Located Northeast of Flagstaff on the Little Colorado River, Grand Falls boasts the tallest waterfalls in Arizona. Topping at around 200ft, Grand Falls, often called the "Chocolate Falls" due to the muddy nature of the Little Colorado River, has often been labeled the "Niagra Falls" of Arizona. During the peak runoff in the Spring, the roar and the mist are overwhelming as you approach the falls from the rim. Join us to hike and check out this amazing little known waterfall. The hike to the bottom of the falls is only around 1 mile, but the views are amazing from every angle. Along the hike, you would gain cultural and geological insights to this facinating area. April 13-15 (course leaves early Friday morning) DAYS: 3 This Salt River whitewater rafting adventure takes place in the very scenic and unique Salt River canyon on the White Mountain Apache Reservation. We camp at the rivers edge and run a 8 mile stretch of class III-IV whitewater. During this course you will learn how to navigate whitewater in a solo or tandom inflattable kayak, or 4 person paddle raft, learn basic river rescue skills, how to self rescue, and learn Leave No Trace Practices. While camping along the salt river we will be eating delicous meals cooked out of dutch ovens, sleeping under the stars. On the last day of our trip we will have the opportunity to hike Cibecue Canyon up to this 40ft water fall. Come and join us for this amazing experience. April 15-17 DAYS: 2.5 The Introduction to Search and Rescue (ISAR)/SARTECH III course is designed to provide knowledge concerning the general responsibilities, skills, abilities, and the equipment needed by persons who would be participating in a search or rescue mission. The course is based around rural and wilderness environments but the material is recommended as a base of knowledge for all SAR environments. ISAR/SARTECH III is the first course in a stepping stone approach to higher level NASAR courses of training for emergency personnel. It provides a common starting point in training for the new person to SAR and in many cases, an excellent refresher course for the more experience SAR worker. This common starting point provides continuity during SAR operations and future training of all team members. April 14-15 DAYS: 2 This 20-hour field-based workshop prepares participants to become instructors of the Leave No Trace (LNT) curriculum. LNT is an internationally recognized organization dedicated to ethical backcountry travel and wilderness use. Ever wonder the impact of campfires or the importance of leaving natural and cultural items in the wild? If so, this class is for you. While in the field, participants will develop lesson plans and provide outreach by teaching LNT to local outdoor enthusiasts. April 20-22 DAYS: 2 The course will be conducted inside at Vertical Relief on day one and outside - on real rock - on day two. Students will have ample time to practice their skills with other beginner climbers, focusing on safety practices, equipment use, climbing technique, belaying, and rappelling. April 27-29 DAYS: 3 Join Ethno-Botanist Mike Masek as he shares his knowledge and years of experience working with plants, especially those of Northern Arizona. This class introduces students to the varied health benefits of wild plants, including safety procedures, identification, and harvesting. After spending time in the field identifying plants, students learn to make salves and tinctures from the plants harvested. April 20-22 DAYS: 3 The Open Water Rescue & Az Boater Education class is held at the Wall Aquatic Center on campus. This course is held over 3 days in a indoor pool and classroom enviroment. The focus will be on rescue techniques for both self rescue and aided rescue while kayaking or canoeing. Learn how to set up rescue/retrieval equipment for stranded or injured persons on open water. Further, the course will emphasize the laws and regulations of watercraft in the state of Arizona. The course will provide you with the Arizona Game and Fish Boater Safety certification. If you'd like to be more prepared and knowledgable in water rescue techniques this class is for you. DAYS: 1 Get yours hands dirty by joining NAU Outdoors' celebration of Earth Day as we rehab a nearby outdoor recreation area. Final details are still being arranged, but we'd love to have your help in our efforts to give back to our beautiful "backyard" here in Flagstaff. April 27 - 29 DAYS: 3 This three day (27 hour) training course is designed to enable already skilled climbers to ‘proficiently facilitate and instruct the sport of rock climbing in a single pitch setting.’ The program is for current, active rock climbers that have a real desire to teach rock climbing to novices in a single pitch setting. There is a separate two day (16 hour) assessment, not offered by NAU, to receive the certification. You must have sufficient climbing equipment and be capable of lead climbing to enroll in this course. April 27 - 29 (class begins Friday evening, April 27) DAYS: 2.5 Outdoor Survival is intended as a hands-on course focusing on the basic skills necessary to help cope with a short-term survival situation and, more importantly, the strategies necessary to avoid one in the first place. Using lecture, examinations of real-life survivors, and experiential training in the field, students will gain first-hand knowledge of how to make shelter, locate water, signal for help, light a fire in wet weather, and be prepared for treks into the wilderness. The first class is held on campus. The remaining two days are held in the field. April 27-29 (course leaves early Friday morning) DAYS: 3 This introductory backpacking course is a field-based, hands-on backcountry excursion focusing on the basic skills necessary to safely plan, prepare for, and embark on overnight trips and to interact with natural / cultural history of the area visited. Havasupai Falls offers a unique setting to relax and observe natural beauty, geology, plants, and animals found in the Havasupai oasis. Safe travel, camping skills, equipment selection and operation, Leave No Trace minimum impact principles, and sound decision-making are all introduced as foundational skills for responsible backcountry travel. April 27-29 (course leaves early Friday morning) DAYS: 4 Come join us for this once-in-a-lifetime, 4-day trip on the Diamond Down stretch of the famous Colorado River. White water rapids, waterfalls, swimming, hiking, geology and some of the best sunsets you’ve ever seen are only a few of the things you will experience on this trip. If taking for credit, this course is experientially based, and will provide opportunities for skill, technique, and leadership development in whitewater rafting. Emphasis will be placed on technical skill development and environmental ethics related to water based recreation activities. May 4-6 (course leaves early Friday morning) DAYS: 3 This introductory - intermediate backpacking course is a field-based, hands-on backcountry excursion focusing on the basic skills necessary to safely plan, prepare for, and embark on overnight trips and to interact with natural / cultural history of the area visited. The Grand Canyon offers unique geology, animal and plant life, which will be a key component of this class. Safe travel, camping skills, equipment selection and operation, Leave No Trace minimum impact principles, and sound decision-making are all introduced as foundational skills for safe and responsible backcountry travel in this course. The course is open to all, but Grand Canyon hikes below the rim are strenuous, and strong physical fitness is required. Fear of heights might also be an issue, please chat with us if you have concerns about your abilities to take this course. May 4-6 DAYS: 2.5 For those who have moved beyond the beginner level and want to learn to set up their own climbing site, this course is focused on advanced climbing skills and technical rope and risk management skills. The purpose of this course is to enable students in outdoor education/leadership to understand institutional standards in setting ascending and descending rope systems. The course will provide instruction on advanced climbing, rope skills, knots, and equipment and enable graduates to make wise climbing decisions and climb with minimum impact. The class will be tailored to the prior knowlage of the students in the class as a whole. May 12-18 DAYS: 6 This 5-day river trip traverses the famous Salt and Verde River located in the heart of Arizona. We will begin our journey on campus, working on basic skills in the controlled environment of the Wall Aquatic Center. During this adventure you’ll run playful white water rapids and study local natural history. You’ll be learning the essential skills needed to rig your own trip from start to finish, become a commercial river guide, read water, paddle a raft, conduct swift water rescues, and much more. If you have any desire to work as a river guide for Nau Outdoors this is the first step in getting the necessary skills to work for our River Program. So come and join us for this amazing opportunity. May 13-21 (8 am-5 pm, Full day and evening in the field May 19-20) PRICE: WFR has long been recognized as the standard in wilderness medical training for guides, trip leaders and outdoor professionals. This 80-hour WFR course provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to respond to backcountry medical and trauma situations. Students will learn patient stabilization, treatment, and evacuation with special attention to extended patient care. The class culminates with an overnight mock scenario that gives students practical, hands-on experience. Upon successful completion of the course students will receive a WFR completion card valid for 3 years and an American Heart Association - Healthcare Provider CPR card valid for 2 years. Our curriculum meets the Wilderness Medical Society’s recommended minimum course topics for WFR.
NAU Outdoors strives to promote learning through adventure to all people and sets prices at a level to cover cost and to be financially responsible. However, as part of Northern Arizona University, whose mission is to "provide an outstanding undergraduate residential education…" we feel compelled to make our offerings as accessible as possible to the students of NAU. Physical Challenge is meant to provide a gauge as to how much physical exertion you can expect on this trip or class. The designation does not provide any insight into recommended experience level, inherent risks on the trip, necessary course work for credit, or emotional challenges you may face (such as a fear of heights).
1 — Represents our lowest level of physical exertion while on a course, such as short hikes less than a mile without a backpack or lifting up to 30 lbs. 5 — Represents the highest level of physical exertion for our courses, such as a steep eight-mile hike out of the Grand Canyon in one day, or paddling a kayak for up to seven hours. This scale is meant to provide guidance as you select your course, and while we encourage you to challenge yourself, we recommend that you speak with a NAU Outdoors' representative directly if you have any uncertainty about your ability to safely complete the course. NAU Outdoors will provide reasonable accommodations to any participant who has an interest in developing themselves through one of our offerings. Please do not assume you "can't handle" a trip without speaking with us.
Spring 2012: Not Available DAYS: 5 The Challenge Course is a series of adventure-based learning activities designed to facilitate a unique Community building experience. Students will learn how to facilitate teambuilding activities and high element challenges, monitor safety, conduct debriefs, understand hardware, and how to set-up/take-down the challenge course. Spring 2012: Not Available DAYS: 1 Have you thought about taking a kayaking class or trip, but not sure if it’s for you? Stop by the Wall Aquatic Center for this two hour clinic providing an introduction to kayaking. You will have the opportunity to try out a kayak and learn the basics of maneuver a hard shell kayak. This is a Freshman Fusion Event, but open to all. Spring 2012: Not Available (course leaves early Friday morning) DAYS: 3 Using a field-based, hands-on approach, students will learn the basics of white water boating on the scenic Verde River. Emphasis will be placed on safe practices, boating equipment, maneuvering techniques, and swift water science. The type of boats (large rafts or inflatable duckies) used will depend on water levels and student preferences. Spring 2012: Not Available DAYS: 9 This course embraces the “wilderness” of WFR, by providing three days of instruction and hands-on scenarios on the San Juan River. WFR has long been recognized as the standard in wilderness medical training for guides, trip leaders and outdoor professionals. This 80-hour WFR course provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to respond to backcountry medical and trauma situations. Students will learn patient stabilization, treatment, and evacuation with special attention to extended patient care. The class will meet three days on the NAU campus, then spend three days paddling the San Juan River, then return to campus for two days for wrap-up. The course will contain a mock scenario that gives students practical, hands-on experience. Upon successful completion of the course students will receive a WFR completion card valid for 3 years and an American Heart Association - Healthcare Provider CPR card valid for 2 years. Our curriculum meets the Wilderness Medical Society’s recommended minimum course topics for WFR. Spring 2012: Not Available DAYS: 3 This trip is designed to be an advanced beginner to intermediate kayaking course that will allow individuals to excel in an advanced white water setting We will work on fundamentals of reading water, paddle techniques, catching eddies, ferrying, surfing, and scouting and running rapids. Paddle a whitewater kayak or an inflatable kayak and enjoy the whitewater, beautiful desert scenery, unique wildlife viewing opportunities as well as archeological sites, the Verde hot springs and beautiful Arizona beach camping. Spring 2012: Not Available DAYS: 1 Having you thought about taking a canyoneering or caving trip, but were uncomfortable with lowering yourself off a cliff while attached to a rope? This clinic is designed to expose students to the technique of rappelling. Emphasis will be placed on safe practices, equipment, basic skills to rappel. This course will be held outdoors- equipment and instruction are provided. Spring 2012: Not Available DAYS: 3 This course is designed to expose students to unique subterranean environments. This field-base course focuses on safety, equipment, basic caving techniques, cave conservation/geology, and Leave No Trace principles. Topics are covered both inside and outside of the cave. Spring 2012: Not Available DAYS: 1 Think camp food needs to be “blah”? Stop by this one hour clinic where NAU Outdoors will give you some secret recipes for making your next backcountry meal gourmet. DAYS: 3 Come join us for this once-in-a-lifetime, 3-day trip on the Diamond Down stretch of the famous Colorado River. White water rapids, waterfalls, swimming, hiking, geology and some of the best sunsets you’ve ever seen are only a few of the things you will experience on this trip. WFR refresher will be conducted prior to, during, and after running the river. The 20 hour refresher course will provide the learner will a level of knowledge and skill that will allow them to treat medical and traumatic emergencies while in the backcountry. The class will be a mix of lecture and hands on scenarios that will culminate in a full scale scenario where all the knowledge learned will come to fruition. The Wilderness First Responder certificate is considered the standard of medical training for guides, wilderness educators and the average wilderness enthusiast. Spring 2012: Not Available DAYS: 3 This is an experientially-based course focusing on intermediate skills of mountain biking, in one of the premier destinations of the sport, Moab Utah. Topics include safety, technical skills, trail etiquette, and trail development. Participants are required to have their own bike and helmet. Top Spring 2012: Not Available DAYS: 1 Are you a beginner climber with an itch for competition? This low-key climbing competition will challenge you to push your endurance as you take on other beginner climbers. Prizes will be awarded. This is a Freshman Fusion Event, but open to all. Spring 2012: Not Available DAYS: 1 Still not had the opportunity to visit the Grand Canyon? Come along with the NAU Outdoors trip leaders to learn about the incredible natural wonder that is Grand Canyon. Hike along the rim, browse the visitors center, and perhaps do a short hike below the rim, if the group is up for it. This is a Freshman Fusion event, but open to all. 
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PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Visiting the San Francisco Peaks for winter recreation
CREDIT: n/a
Wilderness First Responder (WFR)
PRICE: $450 | $495 | $540 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: First Aid
CREDIT: 3, PRM 216Colorado Ski Expedition
PRICE: $390 | $390.50 | $426 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Skiing
CREDIT: n/a
Introduction to White water Kayaking
PRICE: $175 | $192.50 | $210 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Kayaking
CREDIT: 1, PRM 210
Bicycle Maintenance Workshop
PRICE: $5 | $5.50 | $6 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Bike Maintenance
CREDIT: n/a
Avalanche Workshop
PRICE: Free
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Avalanche Awareness
CREDIT: n/a
Introduction to Avalanche- Level 1
PRICE: $340| $374 | $408 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Avalanche Training
CREDIT: 2, PRM 225Introduction to Bicycle Maintenance
PRICE: $175 | $192.50 | $210 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Bike Maintenance
CREDIT: 1, PRM399
Superstition Mountains Backpacking
PRICE: $250 | $275| $300 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Backpacking
CREDIT: 1, PRM 209
Introduction to Mountain Biking - White Tanks, AZ
PRICE: $215 | $253| $276 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Mountain Biking
CREDIT: 1, PRM 213
Wilderness First Aid
PRICE: $175 | $192.50 | $210 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: First Aid
CREDIT: 1, PRM 204
WFR Refresher
PRICE: $175 | $192.50 | $210 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: First Aid
CREDIT: 1, PRM 399Wilderness First Responder (WFR) on the SAN JUAN RIVER
PRICE: $695 | $753.50 | $822 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: First Aid
CREDIT: 3, PRM 216
White water Kayaking on the Verde River- Day Trip
PRICE: $90 | $110 | $120 (why?) (Discounted to $75 for Intro to Kayaking Pool Class students)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Whitewater Kayaking
CREDIT: 0San Diego Surf Trip- SPRING BREAK
PRICE: $450 | $495 | $540(why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Surfing
CREDIT: 1, PRM399
Joshua Tree Spring Break Climbing Trip
PRICE: $450 | $511.50 | $558 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Climbing
CREDIT: 1, PRM 212
Verde River Rafting Expedition
PRICE: $275 | $302.50 | $330 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Whitewater Rafting
CREDIT: 1, PRM 210
Pro De-Brief for the Outdoor Leader
PRICE: $90 | $99 | $108 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Outdoor Leadership
CREDIT: 1, PRM 215
Fundamentals of Tracking
PRICE: $175 | $192.50 | $210 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Tracking
CREDIT: 1, PRM 224Havasupai Falls Backpacking
PRICE: $250 | $275 | $300 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Backpacking
CREDIT: 1, PRM 209Outdoor Rock Climbing Clinic
PRICE: $40 | $44 | $48 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Rock Climbing
CREDIT: N/AAdvanced Bicycle Maintenance
PRICE: $175 | $192.50 | $210 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Bike Maintenance
CREDIT: 1, PRM399White water Kayaking on the San Juan River (Beginner to Intermediate)
PRICE: $400 | $440 | $480 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Kayaking
CREDIT: 1, PRM 210
Challenge Course Facilitator Training
PRICE: $200 | $220 | $240 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Leadership Training
CREDIT: 2, PRM 214
Introduction to Orienteering
PRICE: $155 | $170.50 | $186 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Orienteering
CREDIT: 1, PRM 221Grand Falls Day Trip
PRICE: $40 | $44 | $48 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Hike
CREDIT: n/a
Salt River Whitewater Rafting
PRICE: $300 | $ 330 | $360 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Whitewater Rafting
CREDIT: 1, PRM 203Introduction to Search and Rescue
PRICE: $250| $275| $300 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Hiking
CREDIT: 1, PRM 399
Leave No Trace (LNT) Trainer Course
PRICE: $150 | $165 | $180 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Leadership Training
CREDIT: 1, PRM 211
Introduction to Rock Climbing
PRICE: $240 | $264 | $288 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Rock Climbing
CREDIT: 1, PRM 399
Medicinal Plants of Northern Arizona
PRICE: $215 | $236.50 | $258 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Natural First Aid
CREDIT: 1, PRM 399Top
Open Water Rescue & AZ Boater Education
PRICE: $150 | $165 | $180 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Water Rescue
CREDIT: 1, PRM 399
NAU Outdoors Service Project Day
April 22
PRICE: Free!
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Giving Back
CREDIT: N/ATop
AMGA Single Pitch Instructor Course
PRICE: $500 | $550 | $600 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Instruction
CREDIT: 1, PRM 399
Outdoor Survival Skills
PRICE: $215 | $236.50 | $258 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Wilderness Skills
CREDIT: 1, PRM 218Havasupai Falls Backpacking (B)
PRICE: $250 | $275 | $300 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Backpacking
CREDIT: 1, PRM 209Grand Canyon River Rafting
PRICE: $550 | $605| $660 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: River Rafting
CREDIT: 1, PRM 203
Grand Canyon Backpacking
PRICE: $250 | $275| $300 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Backpacking
CREDIT: 1, PRM 209
Advanced Rock Climbing and Anchor Building
PRICE: $275| $396 | $432 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Rope Skills
CREDIT: 1, PRM 399
Introduction to Multi-Day River Guiding
PRICE: $500| $495| $540 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: River Guiding
CREDIT: 3, PRM432
Wilderness First Responder (WFR)
$475 | $495 | $540 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: First Aid
CREDIT: 3, PRM 216
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Challenge Course Facilitator Training
PRICE: $200 | $220 | $240 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Challenge Course
CREDIT: 2, PRM 214
Pool Kayaking Clinic
PRICE: $5 | $7 | $10 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Kayaking
CREDIT: N/A
Verde River Whitewater Adventure
PRICE: $225 | $247.50 | $270 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Whitewater Rafting
CREDIT: 1, PRM 210
Wilderness First Responder (WFR) on the SAN JUAN RIVER
PRICE: $685 | $753.50 | $822 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: First Aid
CREDIT: 3, PRM 216
Whitewater Kayaking on the Verde River (intermediate to advanced)
PRICE: $225 | $247.50 | $270 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Kayaking
CREDIT: 1, PRM 210
Rappelling Clinic
PRICE: $30 | $33 | $36 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Rappelling
CREDIT: N/A
Introduction to Caving
PRICE: $200 | $220 | $240 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Caving
CREDIT: 1, PRM 204
Backcountry Cooking Clinic
PRICE: $5 | $7 | $10 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Cooking
CREDIT: N/A
Colorado River Rafting and WFR Refresher
Spring 2012: Not Available
PRICE: $385 | $423.50 | $462 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: River Rafting
CREDIT: 1, PRM 203
Moab Intermediate Mountain Biking
PRICE: $285 | $313.50 | $342 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Mountain Biking
CREDIT: 1, PRM 213
Beginner Climbing Competition
PRICE: Free
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Climbing
CREDITS: 0Grand Canyon Day Trip
PRICE: $40 | $44 | $48 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Day Hiking
CREDIT: 0, n/aGrand Canyon Women's Rafting
Spring 2012: Not Available
DAYS: 3
PRICE: TBA | TBA | TBA (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: River Rafting
CREDIT: 1, WGS 499
Come join us for this once-in-a-lifetime, 3-day trip on the Diamond Down stretch of the famous Colorado River. White water rapids, waterfalls, swimming, hiking, geology and some of the best sunsets you’ve ever seen are only a few of the things you will experience on this trip. This is a female only trip designed to examine women's issue while in a wilderness setting
Sedona Yoga and Meditation Day Trip
Spring 2012: Not Available
DAYS: 1
PRICE: $40 | $44 | $48 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Yoga/short day hiking
CREDIT: 0
Join the NAU Outdoors staff and our Rec Center Yoga Instructor as we take a short day trip to the beautiful red rocks of Sedona. Included in the trip will several yoga sessions, guided meditation and several short day hikes. Lunch will also be included. This is a Freshman Fusion Event, but open to all.
AMGA Climbing Wall Instructor Certification
Spring 2012: Not Available
DAYS: 5 night classes, plus one full Saturday
PRICE: $350| $400 | $420 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Climbing
CREDIT: 1, PRM 399
This 20 hour course will address the basic skills necessary to manage an instructional program at a climbing facility. Upon successful completion of the course the participants will receive the AMGA/CWA Climbing Wall Instructor Certification.
Primitive Living Skills
Spring 2012: Not Available
DAYS: 2.5
PRICE: $215 | $236.50 | $258 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Wilderness Skills
CREDIT: 1, PRM 219
Primitive Living Skills is intended as a hands-on course focusing on the basic skills necessary to “feel at home” in the wilderness. Using lecture, examinations of aboriginal techniques, and experiential training in the field, students will gain first-hand knowledge of how to make shelter, build tools, light fire, and be more prepared for treks into the wilderness. The first class is held on campus. The remaining two days are held in the field.
Introduction to Canyoneering
Spring 2012: Not Available
DAYS: 2.5
PRICE: $250 | $273| $296 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Canyoneering (hiking with rappelling)
CREDIT: 1, PRM
Find out why Arizona is canyon country. In the Page/Lake Powell region, a number of incredible canyons are hidden gems of the Southwest. Join the NAU Outdoors staff as we instruct on safe techniques, appropriate travel practices, and minimal impact strategies to enjoy these beautiful geological formations. You will be camping out for two nights and a comfort with heights is a prereq.
Cochise Rock Climbing Trip
Spring 2012: Not Available
DAYS: 5
PRICE: $280 | $310 | $340 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Climbing
CREDIT: 1, PRM 212
Spend a weekend climbing in this amazingly unique climbing destination in Southern Arizona. We will have two professional climbing guides to help you improve your skills and each night we’ll be camping at the base of many great climbs. When you’ve had enough climbing enjoy a scenic hike on one of the many trails around the park.
International Traveler's Health and First Aid
Spring 2012: Not Available
DAYS: 8 evening sessions
PRICE: $180 | $198 | $216 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: First Aid
CREDIT: 1, PRM 399
International Travelers’ Health and First Aid (ITHFA) prepares travelers to less developed and remote locations to prevent disease, to avoid human threats, and to manage illness and injury until evacuation is possible. While these skills are essential in many travel settings, they are not adequately covered in a clinic visit. Beginning with trip planning, ITHFA teaches students about vaccines and medicine for travel, how to enjoy local cuisine safely, how to prevent malaria and other insect-borne diseases, how to take care of a sick or injured traveler, how to work with local health care, and how to activate insurance and initiate an evacuation when it is indicated. ITHFA is a practical, hands-on program serving travelers from Siberia to the Sahara and from the bottom of the ocean to the top of the world.
Navajo Cultural Hiking Trip
Spring 2012: Not Availabe (course leaves Friday morning)
DAYS: 3
PRICE: $200 | $220 | $240 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Hiking, camping and cultural discussion
CREDIT: 1, PRM209
This trip will offer a unique opportunity to explore the Ruins of the Navajo people, hear stories of how the Navajo people came to be, and hike through history itself. This 2 night 3 day trip will give you an adventure of the Navajo people from past to present. Along the way to our destination we will be stopping and viewing art and enjoy some authentic Navajo Food.
Grand Gulch Backpacking
Spring 2012: Not Available
DAYS: 3
PRICE: $285 | $313.50 | $342 (why?)
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE: 1 2 3 4 5 (what does this mean?)
ACTIVITY: Backpacking
CREDIT: 1, PRM 209
This intermediate backpacking course is a field-based, hands-on, backcountry excursion focusing on the skills necessary to safely plan, prepare for, and embark on overnight trips and to interact with natural / cultural history of the area visited. The Grand Gulch of southern Utah is a slick rock canyon, offering ancient cliff dwellings, natural arches, and unique geological formations. Because of the distance covered and the terrain encountered, this course is recommended for those who have backpacked before or those with solid physical fitness. Safe travel, camping skills, equipment selection and operation, Leave No Trace minimum impact principles, and sound decision-making are all covered as foundational skills for responsible backcountry travel in this course.