Health, Physical Education and Recreation | Vertical Caving
R149 | 27273 | David Calvin
CLASS TIME: March 24 & 31, 6:00-10:00pm in the IMU Sassafras
Tree Suite
(Attendance at class is required to attend travel dates)
TRAVEL DATES: April 5-6
INSTRUCTOR: David Calvin
LOCATION: Bedford, IN
DESCRIPTION: This course is designed to introduce the
student to the basic skills required in vertical caving. R149
Vertical Caving is a highly experiential course where the
participant must engage in the use of ascenders, rappelling
technique, caving commands and new skill demonstration.
BOOKS: Course packet to be distributed first
day of class
ASSIGNMENTS: Readings
EVALUATION: 30% skill demonstration, 30% expedition behavior,
30% written examination, 10% self assessment.
ADDITIONAL FEE: The additional fee for the class is $150, which
includes transportation, food, caving gear and group camping
equipment.