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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 and local natural history. 

Details
Course FeeStudents: $295
Community: $325
CU Faculty/Staff: $310
Fee NotesAll group camping equipment will be provided.
AttendanceFirst class is mandatory.
Students must attend all classes to receive PE credit.
PrerequisitesNo previous experience.
Drop Deadline1/21/25
EnrollmentEnroll through Student Center or by contacting COE at 607-255-6183 or coed@cornell.edu
LinksMedical Form
Section 1 Schedule
DayDateTime
Wednesday4/9/255:00pm to 7:00pm
Saturday4/12/2510:00am to 4:00pm
Saturday4/19/2510:00am to 4:00pm
Sat-Sun4/26/25-4/27/25 (overnight)10:00am to 12:00pm