Forest Field Skills Camp

1 credits · Undergraduate

(3 hrs Lecture) This intensive field course is mandatory for students in the Forest Ecology program and is designed to give students field survival and basic forestry skills. Topics include bush camp construction; safe use of boats, ATVs, and chainsaws; and basic bush survival skills. Students also learn how to correctly use topographical maps, compasses, air photos, GIS maps and other forestry equipment. Cross-listed: BIOL-2401(1). Restrictions: Students may not hold credit for this course and BIOL-2401.