More cool pics to enjoy.
Monday, November 30, 2009
Sunday, November 29, 2009
Friday, November 27, 2009
Monday, November 23, 2009
OE CLass first to use new ropes course
The Challenge Course Facilitation class spring Friday, November 20 up at the A.L. Mickelson Field Station participating in, and learning about the new ropes course. With the new course up and running, it was the perfect time to bring students up to use and learn about the course. This course differs from the one at the college as it is a static ropes course. In other words, once the participants are up in the course, they are there until they are finished.
This type of course is run differently then the dynamic course on campus, where participants are belayed individually on each element, and when finished are lowered to the ground. The students experienced all the elements as well as took turns acting as a facilitator for the rest of the class. They learned about the intricacies of this course, risk management concerns and more. One of the major concerns for facilitators is being able to safely and completely observe multiple people at one time.
Participants are self belayed through the use of "Lobster Claws", so the facilitator must at all times be cognizant of what is happening to each participant and themselves. A highlight is the finish. We once again have a Zip-line for participants, the final element of the course, and the element used for participants to get back to the ground. Below are a few photos from the day.
This type of course is run differently then the dynamic course on campus, where participants are belayed individually on each element, and when finished are lowered to the ground. The students experienced all the elements as well as took turns acting as a facilitator for the rest of the class. They learned about the intricacies of this course, risk management concerns and more. One of the major concerns for facilitators is being able to safely and completely observe multiple people at one time.
Participants are self belayed through the use of "Lobster Claws", so the facilitator must at all times be cognizant of what is happening to each participant and themselves. A highlight is the finish. We once again have a Zip-line for participants, the final element of the course, and the element used for participants to get back to the ground. Below are a few photos from the day.
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Outdoor Ed Major helps teach in Hawaii!
This spring break, the Humanities Field Studies: Hawaii trip will be travelling to the islands again for 10 days. While out, students will enjoy surf kayaking, snorkeling, 3 days of backpacking along with a immersion into a new culture and provides community service to local population. Sound like fun?
This year, for the benefit of the course, as well as one lucky student, the class will have an Outdoor Education & Recreation Leadership student join them to assist with the class and gain first hand experience on a large scale adventure. Not only will they be able to gain experience travelling, they will have the opportunity of a life time assisting with the instruction of the course, logistical planning, and facilitating of trip too add to their repertoire of knowledge and skills, as well as their resume.
Again, Northwest College has proven the willingness to provide our students with exceptional opportunities to gain real world experience. Opportunities that will help students grow and foster future professionals who are ready and willing to contribute with a solid background in skill and experience.
This spring will set the stage for future students and classes. We hope to continue this program, giving at least one Outdoor Education major the opportunity to assist with the Spring Break Hawaii class. This will also create a template where we will be able to offer the same opportunity for additional students who excel and are willing to put forth the energy and motivation required to benefit from the program.
This year, for the benefit of the course, as well as one lucky student, the class will have an Outdoor Education & Recreation Leadership student join them to assist with the class and gain first hand experience on a large scale adventure. Not only will they be able to gain experience travelling, they will have the opportunity of a life time assisting with the instruction of the course, logistical planning, and facilitating of trip too add to their repertoire of knowledge and skills, as well as their resume.
Again, Northwest College has proven the willingness to provide our students with exceptional opportunities to gain real world experience. Opportunities that will help students grow and foster future professionals who are ready and willing to contribute with a solid background in skill and experience.
This spring will set the stage for future students and classes. We hope to continue this program, giving at least one Outdoor Education major the opportunity to assist with the Spring Break Hawaii class. This will also create a template where we will be able to offer the same opportunity for additional students who excel and are willing to put forth the energy and motivation required to benefit from the program.
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Enrollments
Enrollments in Outdoor Education continue to rise. We have been blessed by having an increase in Outdoor majors over the past 2 years and it shows in the number of students registering for our classes. Advisiing day and registration for spring 2010 courses took place yesterday which showed that we will continue on this trend. It looks like we will have another good semester getting the oppertunity to take a number of NWC students out into the wild where they can enjoy new expereinces, learn skills and techniques and continue to grow in order to become outstanding Outdoor Educators!!
Saturday, November 7, 2009
sierra nevadas
Awesome pics from my 2 month journey in the sierra nevadas of california. Including from the summit of Mt. Whitney 14,500 ft.
Justin
Thursday, November 5, 2009
Adv. Fundamentals of Outdoor Eucation Course Added
The outdoor program is happy to announce the addtion of the new Advanced Fundamentals of Outdoor Education class. This course is specifically designed for students who have completed the OEPR 2250 Outdoor Leadership class and are looking for additional experience facilitating, leading, and teaching outdoor programs. It is also offered for current DELTA facilitators who are faciliting on the challenge course to provide additional training and challenge course leadership skills.
Students enrolled in the course will assist with basic level activity based courses and teach specific topics of certain activities. Students will get first hand experience in the outdoor setting planning, implementing, and evaluating lessons and other students.
Students will work with the course instructor to create lesson plans and design teaching methods approariate for the activity and/or topic. They will gain evaluation from the course instructor, instructor of the activity they are assiting with, and from the students and participants of the programs they are working for.
For questions about the course, please contact the Outdoor Education & Recreation Leadership Program Director at 307-754-6115 or keith.mccallister@northwestcollege.edu.
Students enrolled in the course will assist with basic level activity based courses and teach specific topics of certain activities. Students will get first hand experience in the outdoor setting planning, implementing, and evaluating lessons and other students.
Students will work with the course instructor to create lesson plans and design teaching methods approariate for the activity and/or topic. They will gain evaluation from the course instructor, instructor of the activity they are assiting with, and from the students and participants of the programs they are working for.
For questions about the course, please contact the Outdoor Education & Recreation Leadership Program Director at 307-754-6115 or keith.mccallister@northwestcollege.edu.
Friday, October 30, 2009
Spring 2010 Courses
As Advising day looms near, or for those who might just be interested, there will be a number of classes available to get you out of the classroom. Check out the following and if you have questions before registering, contact the OE department at 754-6115 or keith.mccallister@northwestcollege.edu
Spring 2010 Courses:
- River Guide Skills- during spring break on the San Juan River in Utah.
- Winter Outdoor Survival
- Advanced Rock Climbing- learn new techniques as well as gear and anchor placements
- Outdoor Leadership
- Rock Climbing
- Kayaking
- Ice Climbing
- and more.
Check out the website for more information on what classes are available. www.northwestcollege.edu/outdoor
Spring 2010 Courses:
- River Guide Skills- during spring break on the San Juan River in Utah.
- Winter Outdoor Survival
- Advanced Rock Climbing- learn new techniques as well as gear and anchor placements
- Outdoor Leadership
- Rock Climbing
- Kayaking
- Ice Climbing
- and more.
Check out the website for more information on what classes are available. www.northwestcollege.edu/outdoor
Backpacking in the Beartooths
The Outdoor Living Skills: Mountain class spent three days up in the Beartooth Mountains from September 25-27. We split into two hiking groups, one in Beartooth Lake and one in Island Lake and met at Beauty Lake. It was a perfect three days, with sunny weather, warm days, and cool nights; not a cloud in the sky. On Saturday we went for a day hike further north up towards Lonesome Mountain. What a view from up there! Below are some images of the trip, our camp location, the boys trying to catch fish by hand, and a great group shot of half the class.
New Outdoor Logo
Keep your eyes posted around campus for the new Outdoor Education logo on the backs of jackets and water bottles. We also have a number of stickers should anyone have an obsession with stickers or need to add some decoration to a water bottle. Stop by and you may be able to pick up an Outdoor Ed water bottle as well.
New High Ropes Course Completed
For the past year, DELTA has been working on the creation of a new high ropes course located at the A.L. Mickelson Field Station. In early September it was finally completed and is ready for use. The new course includes 6 high elements and a zipline along with a number of new low elements. We are very excited for its completion and to start working with groups up in the air.
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