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WS Reading Assignments and Lecture Notes - Fall 2009

  TOPIC READING ASSIGNMENTS

SEPT.
Thermoregulation/dressing for outdoors
'Thermoregulation' by M. Strong
29/30

OCT.
Nutrition and hydration 'Nutrition and Hydration' by M. Strong
06/07
Heat and sun-induced injuries 'Heat and Sun-Induced Injuries' by M. Strong
  Cold injuries 'Cold Injuries' by M. Strong

OCT.
Maps and map reading
Part one of 'Map and Compass' by M. Strong
13/14 Introduction to the compass Part two of the above 'Map and Compass' document

OCT.
Map and compass techniques
Part three of the above 'Map and Compass' document
20-21
Navigating by nature 'Navigating by Nature' by M. Strong

OCT. Wilderness/wilderness management 'Wilderness' by M. Strong
27-28
Backcountry ethics and practices 'NOLS LNT Program Principles'
    'Camp hygiene' by Buck Tilton
    'Backcountry hygiene suggestions for women' by T. Giovannoni
    'Water Treatment' by M. Strong

NOV. Safety and survival techniques/equipment 'Survival tips for the Pacific Northwest' by Blanchard and Strong
03-04 Animal/plants/insect hazards 'Bears and Cougars' by J. Blanchard and M. Strong
    'Poison Oak by M. Strong
    'Ticks and Lyme disease' by M. Strong
WORKSHEETS ARE DUE!
Worksheets are due at the START of class! Note the late penalty! View the course description for details.

NOV.
Outdoor activity at altitude 'The Air Out There' by M. Strong
10-11 Weather/Lightning as a weather hazard 'Lightning' by M. Strong
Final exam preparation 'Final examination info/practice questions' and 'final exam map'

NOV.
Final examination
Please complete an online course evaluation
17-18

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