Outdoor Adventure Leadership (Minor)

Outdoor Adventure Leadership Minor:

The purpose of the minor in Outdoor Adventure Leadership is to complement major courses of study that prepare students for professional fields that work in outdoor environments across human service, natural resources, educational, or recreation sectors. It will provide an orientation to the technical, risk management, and leadership skills required for personal preparedness and program organization involving backcountry and facilities-based adventure activities. In addition, the minor seeks to improve the standards for fieldwork in professional fields that use the outdoors by offering high-quality training that employs current risk management principles that govern engagement in outdoor activities.

Program Objectives:

• Provide the highest quality professional preparation in outdoor technical skills
• Surpass national standards so students can pursue certifications if desired
• Cultivate life-long learners who are motivated to seek continuous improvement
• Improve quality and help to reduce risks across professional fields that depend on a common skillset
• Expand participation in outdoor activities both on campus and in public and private sectors
• Enhance the experiences of future participants by emphasizing best practices that validate a range of life experiences, identities, and goals