Outdoor Fundamentals: Everything You Need to Know to Stay Safe

Outdoor Fundamentals: Everything You Need to Know to Stay Safe « Series from 2019

Series from 2019

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Transform your next outdoor adventure from “roughing it” in the great outdoors to “smoothing it” in the natural world. Taught by Professor Elizabeth K.

Andre of Northland College, these 24 insightful episodes will give you the practical skills you need to set off for the water or the woods.

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The Call of the Wild

Backpacking and Trip Planning

Canoe or Sea-Kayak Camping

Campcraft: Selecting and Organizing Gear

Clothing and Footwear for Outdoor Adventure

Basics for Wilderness Safety

Weather Forecasting and Moon Phases

Introduction to Navigation

Navigating with Topographic Maps

Assessing and Managing Risk in the Outdoors

How Emotions Affect Your Decision Making

Selecting a Campsite and Pitching Shelter

Outdoor Kitchen Setup and Safety

Building a Campfire

Safe Drinking Water in the Wilderness

Outdoor Menu Planning and Cooking

Minimizing Your Impact on the Wilderness

Hygiene on a Camping Trip

Wilderness First Aid: Handling Emergencies

Wilderness First Aid: Nonemergency Care

What to Do When You’re Lost

Navigating with a Compass

Maintaining and Repairing Your Gear

Connecting to the Wild within You