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RECR 121: Backpacking: Introduction

Important: For the most up-to-date information, refer to the official George Mason Course Catalog

General Information

Credits: 2

Description:

Introduces practical and experiential activities for students with starting knowledge of backpacking. Involves discussions, demonstrations, and activities that teach the basics of backpacking. Covers equipment selection, map and compass skills, backcountry cooking, staying healthy in the outdoors, safety and emergency procedures, backcountry ethics (Leave No Trace), and natural history. Offered by School of Education. Limited to three attempts.
Schedule Type: Activity-Based
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.

Current Sections

This course is not offered this semester.

Prior Sections (partial list)
  • Fall 2021, Section: 001, CRN 78191, Format: Face-to-Face, Instructor: Faizan Mujeebuddin
  • Fall 2020, Section: 001, CRN 81080, Format: Face-to-Face, Instructor: Faizan Mujeebuddin
  • Fall 2019, Section: 001, CRN 79516, Format: Hybrid, Instructor: Faizan Mujeebuddin
  • Spring 2019, Section: 001, CRN 21494, Format: Hybrid, Instructor: Faizan Mujeebuddin
  • Fall 2018, Section: 001, CRN 83937, Format: Face-to-Face, Instructor: Faizan Mujeebuddin
  • Fall 2017, Section: 001, CRN 75622, Instructor: Yahya Abdul-Qaadir
  • Spring 2017, Section: 001, CRN 21010, Instructor: Yahya Abdul-Qaadir
  • Fall 2016, Section: 001, CRN 78679, Instructor: Yahya Abdul-Qaadir