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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 NotesAll group camping equipment and food is included. 
AttendanceFirst class is mandatory.
Students can only miss one class and still receive PE Credit for the class.
PrerequisitesNo previous experience.
Drop DeadlineSeptember 4th
EnrollmentEnroll through Student Center or by contacting COE at 607-255-6183 or coed@cornell.edu
LinksMedical Form
Section 1 Schedule
DayDateTime
Wednesday9/11/245:00pm to 7:00pm
Saturday9/14/2410:00am to 4:00pm
Saturday9/21/2410:00am to 4:00pm
Saturday9/28/2410:00am to 4:00pm
Saturday to Sunday 10/05 -10/06/24 (overnight)10:00am (Sat) to 12:00pm (Sun)