PE 1613

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  • Schedule of Classes - October 15, 2026 7:07PM EDT

PE 1613
Wilderness Survival Skills

Course information provided by the 2026-2027 Catalog.

Learn what you can do to feel comfortable spending a night alone in the backcountry with limited resources. This course covers general backcountry safety, shelters, signaling, water and food procurement, navigation, and fire starting, as well as nature observation skills.


Fees Course fee, $340. Fee for instruction, travel, equipment, and food.

Last 4 Terms Offered 2026FA, 2026SP, 2025FA, 2025SP

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Syllabi: none

  •   Seven Week - Second. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  2691 PE 1613   LEC 001

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    • W
    • Apr 7, 2027

    • Leeming, C

    • S
    • Apr 10 - Apr 17, 2027

    • Leeming, C

    • SSu
    • Apr 24 - Apr 25, 2027

    • Leeming, C

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    For additional class information, visit: https://scl.cornell.edu/coe/pe-courses/spring-pe-courses/backpacking-and-camping/primitive-camping
    Drop Deadline: Tuesday, January 25, 2027. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 administrative fee if they do not drop by the deadline. Attendance is required. For policies pertaining to absences and Cornell Outdoor Education courses, including the Fee Waiver Application for a free or reduced course, please visit https://scl.cornell.edu/coe/pe-courses/enrollment-policies.