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Mansfield University 2014-2015 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
Mansfield University 2014-2015 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Geography, Outdoor Recreation Leadership Concentration


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Offered by the Department of Geography and Geology
Professor Dodson (chairperson)
Associate Professor Demchak
Assistant Professors Kennedy, Kopf, Shears, Stocks
Instructors Dillon, Guignard, Dom


The concentration in Outdoor Recreation Leadership is designed to provide a blend of classroom and experiential learning for students wishing to pursue a career in some aspect of outdoor recreation.  A focus on leadership as well as practical geographic skills such as GIS/GPS and map/air photo interpretation are also stressed.  The program includes supporting coursework in business, geology, watershed management, wilderness first aid, and leadership studies.  Possible career paths include:  outdoor adventure guide, park ranger, environmental interpreter, director of youth camps, ecotourism, working with at-risk youth, outdoor-oriented resorts, civic recreation departments, opening your own recreation business.

Learning Outcomes

  • Students will demonstrate knowledge of the history, theories, trends, and value of outdoor recreation in the United States, as well as the basic concepts and techniques of experiential education and outdoor leadership.
  • Students will exhibit the judgment and ability to lead several types of outdoor trips and to make ethical and responsible decisions when planning and executing those trips.

Program Requirements: Geography, Outdoor Recreation Leadership Concentration (B.S.): 120 s.h.


Total Credit Hours: 63


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