An in-depth coverage of the planning, preparation, safety, technical and environmental skills of extended backcountry travel. Students plan, organize and participate in a series of wilderness trips lasting from three to 12 days. Topics include Leave No Trace backcountry travel, meal planning and preparation, stove use, campsite selection, expedition technology, map and compass orienteering, route finding, weather prediction and group management. Students must have proper personal clothing and equipment for extended backcountry travel. Additional course fee required. Springs. Prerequisite(s): AP 2010 and AP 2210; Adventure Education majors only. (TECO)