PE 1630

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

PE 1630
Caving

Course information provided by the 2026-2027 Catalog.

The most exciting and unknown terrestrial frontier lies deep inside cave systems! Expand your horizons to include the netherworld. Learn cave geology, map reading skills, rope systems, cave safety, environmental concerns, and hone teamwork and communication skills in this introductory class. Expect to be challenged and inspired as you explore caves in Eastern NY. You can expect to crawl and get dirty in these wild, beautiful caves. One weekend outing includes car camping.


Fees Course fee, $445. Fee for instruction, travel, and food.

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

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Syllabi: none

  •   Seven Week - Second.  Choose one lecture and one field studies.

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  2683 PE 1630   LEC 001

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    • M
    • May 3, 2027

    • Holton, M

    • W
    • May 5, 2027

    • Holton, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    For additional class information, visit: https://scl.cornell.edu/coe/pe-courses/spring-pe-courses/caving/caving
    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.

  •  2684 PE 1630   FLD 801

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    • FSSu
    • May 7 - May 9, 2027

    • Holton, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Taught in Pennsylvania and Eastern New York.