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Backpacking Basics, Camping Basics, Backpacking/camping equipment, Outdoor/camp
cooking, Sanitation, Fly fishing, Basic First Aid/CPR, Leave No Trace, Orienteering
(Map/Compass/GPS), Wilderness survival, Horsemanship and trail riding, Outdoor
photography, Leadership, People skills, Local history, Environmental studies
Basic Horsemanship: Open Hours
Introductory Riding Lessons and Trail Rides
Saddles and Equipment
Horse and Mule Behavior
Horse Nutrition, Care and Common Health Problems
Repair of Tack/Equipment
Safety
Leave No Trace
Leadership and People Skills: Open Hours
Based on the concepts of Dale Carnegie's How to Win Friends and Influence People
Standard First Aid and CPR Certification: Open Hours
Introduction to Fly Fishing: Open Hours
Introduction
Fly Fishing Equipment
Clothing, vest, waders, and boots
Type of trout and habitat
Knots Tying and Casting Techniques
Type and Selection of Flies
Catch and Release
Orienteering: Open Hours
Using a Compass
Using a GPS (Global Positioning System)
Day/Night Navigation
Outdoor and Wildlife Photography/Videos: Open Hours
Types of Cameras and Equipment
Proper Handling and Maintenance
Lighting and Filtering
Taking Outdoor Pictures and Videos
Management of Pictures/Videos on Your Computer
Wilderness Survival: Open Hours
Safety and Prevention
Hypothermia
Dehydration
Emergency Procedures
Emergency Shelters and Fire Starting
Hiking, Backpacking and Camping: Open Hours
Tents and Tent Construction
Equipment Use and Maintenance
Proper Clothing and Boots
Planning the Trip
Hiking and Backpacking Adventures
Safety and Sanitation
Leave No Trace
Outdoor and Camp Cooking: Open Hours
Cooking on Camp Fires, Stoves, and Dutch Ovens
Planning and Menus (Nutrition and Diet)
Equipment and Supplies
Safe Food Storage
Safety
Conservation and Stewardship: Open Hours
Local History
Organizations and Funding
Ethics
Environmental Studies
National Forest Service and State Park Use and Regulations
"Leave No Trace" Techniques
Application, Resume, and Job Interview Skills: Open Hours
How to complete an application
How to convert your military experience to civilian skills
Techniques that make a good impression
Class Schedules:
Click here for Class Schedules
Costs:
1 Week Course: AVOTEC Cost $1,500
4 Week Course: AVOTEC Cost $4,500
All costs included in price.
Students are to arrive on Sunday, prior to start of program on Monday.
Click here for a Recommended Packing List.
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