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PE 1613: Wilderness Survival Skills

Starting a fire with sticks

Learn what you can do to feel comfortable spending a night alone in the backcountry with limited resources. This course covers general backcountry safety, shelters, signaling, water and food procurement, navigation, and fire starting, as well as nature observation skills. 

Details

Course Fee

Students: $295
Community: $325
CU Faculty/Staff: $310

Fill out the Fee Waiver Application to apply for a free or reduced PE course. 

Fee Notes

All group camping equipment and food is included. 

Attendance

First class is mandatory.
Students must attend all classes to receive PE credit.

Prerequisites

No previous experience.

Drop Deadline

September 4th

Enrollment

Enroll through Student Center or by contacting COE at 607-255-6183 or coed@cornell.edu

Links

Medical Form

Section 1 Schedule

Day

Date

Time

Wednesday 9/11/24 5:00pm to 7:00pm
Saturday 9/14/24 10:00am to 4:00pm
Saturday 9/21/24 10:00am to 4:00pm
Saturday 9/28/24 10:00am to 4:00pm
Saturday to Sunday  10/05 -10/06/24 (overnight) 10:00am (Sat) to 12:00pm (Sun)