Outdoor Leadership

Washington County Community College

ADV 105 Intro to Sea Kayak : This course is designed to introduce students to the basics of paddle sports and will focus on sea kayak and lake kayak safety. Students will learn the basics of boat design, basic paddling skills and safety considerations for paddling on fresh- and salt-water environments. The course will include a kayak safety rescue clinic as well as basic waterway navigation. This course is a pre-requisite for the sea kayak guide course. Maintaining a reasonable level of physical fitness and enthusiasm for the outdoors is essential. Badge and 3 credits awarded upon successful completion.                                                                                                                                                                      

Camp Craft Outdoor Adventure: This is a one night camp out at the outdoor classroom that will consist of camps set up, tear down, food prep, safety, etc.  Students will spend the night in tents. Badge awarded for completion.                                                                      

High and Low Ropes: This will be a two-evening after kayaking adventure utilizing our low and high ropes courses to build self-esteem, self-efficacy, teamwork, and leadership. Badge awarded for completion.