Outdoor Adventure Minor

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Students pursuing this minor will discuss and practice leadership theories to improve their problem-solving, critical thinking, group development, communication, and social change skills related to the field of recreation. Students become both competent with technical skills and acquire techniques to effectively lead people in experiential education and outdoor recreation.

Required Courses Credits: 17

REC 322 - Recreation Programming and Activities Credits: (3)
REC 381 - Recreational and Collegiate Sports Management Credits: (3)
REC 431 - Recreation Administration of Retreats and Camps Credits: (3)
REC 487 - Outdoor Recreation Issues Credits: (3)
REC 492 - Senior Practicum Credits: (1-15) (Must be taken for 5 credits)

Department-Approved Electives Credits: 3

Students must take a total of 3 credits from the following:

PEF 161 - Challenge Course Experience (Put on reserve 9/16/24, will go inactive 8/24/27) Credits: (1)
PEF 162 - Backpacking Credits: (1)
PEID 137 - Hiking and Orienteering Credits: (1)
PEID 150 - Archery Credits: (1)
REC 360 - Outdoor Survival Credits: (3)

Total Credits: 20

College and Department Information

Sport and Movement Studies Department
College of Education and Professional Studies

Program Codes
ADLEMIN, ADLEMINP

Online Availability
The program does not have a designated online only option.