CLASS TIME:  April 14, 7:00-10:00pm in the IMU Redbud Tree Suite
(Attendance at class is required to attend travel dates)

TRAVEL DATS:  April 18-20

LOCATION:  Shawnee National Forest, Illinois

DESCRIPTION:  This course is designed to introduce you to basic
backpacking and wilderness expedition skills.  R100 Backpacking is a
highly experiential course where you must engage in camp setting and
maintenance, minimum impact techniques, and new skill demonstration.
You will be evaluated on these dimensions, as well as your expedition
behavior.

BOOKS:  Backpacking Basics: The Fourth Edition, by Winnett and Findling

ASSIGNMENTS:  Readings, short presentation, and a written exam

EVALUATION:  50% new skill acquisition, 30% written examination, 20%
three page paper

ADDITIONAL FEE:  The additional fee for the class is $200.00 which
includes transportation, food, and group gear.  You will sign a bursar
slip the first day of class to pay this fee.