Wilderness school training courses in Anchorage, AK (public, in-house or online)

The Master of Science degree in Outdoor and Environmental Education (MSOEE) provides graduate students training in outdoor and environmental education, literacy, pedagogy, and programming using APU’s active learning model.

As an MSOEE student, you will not only be learning about the field of Outdoor and Environmental Education, but you will also be directly working with K-12 students, college students, and adults as you actively teach them about the natural world. We invite you to learn m...

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This course is designed to introduce the theories and techniques used in conducting a safe and professional multiple day river expedition on rivers typical of the Western U.S. The course is also structured to expand the PRM students�knowledge in outdoor leadership through a river context. The primary purpose of this course is to train students in boat handling skills, and the logistics, safety and leadership requirements encountered when conducting a multi-day river experience. During both in c...

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Planning, design, and operation of recreation facilities and adjoining areas. On-site visits Supplement classroom principles. Spring.

This course is to meet all established national curriculum standards for LNT Master Educator Certification. Students will learn to teach minimum impact outdoor ethics and upon successful completion, be able to lead Leave-No-Trace Trainer courses and Awareness Workshops. The course will include a required four night backpacking trip in a wilderness setting. Fall & Spring

Overview of wildland recreation management principles, practices, and current issues. Prerequisite: junior or senior status. Fall, Spring & Summer.