In this course, students will learn how to analyze data arising from a broad array of observational and experimental studies. Topics covered will include exploratory graphics, description techniques, the fitting and assessment of statistical models, hypothesis testing, and communication of results. Specific topics may include multiple regression, ANOVA, and non-linear regression. Statistical software will be used.

This course addresses outdoor leadership from both a theoretical and practical perspective. Readings and discussions will focus on such topics as safety and risk management, group development theory, social justice issues and the educational use of the wilderness. Practical lab sessions will cover such topics as emergency procedures, trip planning, outdoor travel, Leave No Trace, and the instruction of specific wilderness activities. Two weekend outdoor trips and teaching opportunities provide experiential learning in the class.

This class covers basic tennis techniques. Our focus will be on developing smooth, confident strokes. Students will also spend time learning the rules of the game and playing.

With the Holyoke range trails adjacent to campus, and with many local touring centers in western Massachusetts, Cross Country skiing is the perfect sport for New England winters! This mini course will focus on recreational touring on cross country skis, winter preparedness and safety in the 'backcountry'. *Snow conditions permitting, we will use trails in the Holyoke range. Some classes may need to utilize a local touring center, where there may be a small trail fee*. All equipment and clothing may be borrowed from the Outdoors Program with a valid ID.

This course will prepare and qualify students to become Red Cross certified lifeguards. Bearers of this card are eligible to obtain work at pools nationwide. To complete this course, STUDENTS MUST ATTEND ALL SESSIONS and be tested on water entries and carries, swimming rescues, stroke work, and spinal management. First Aid and Professional Rescuer CPR/AED will be included in the class format. Materials fee: Hampshire College $125; Non-Hampshire students $175. 5-College students will be graded pass/fail.

If you have the desire to learn to swim, here is the perfect opportunity! This class will focus on helping the adult swimmer better understand and adapt to the water environment. Students will work on keeping the "fun in fundamentals" as they learn floats, glides, propulsive movements, breath control, and personal safety techniques. Swimming strokes will include: breast, freestyle and elementary backstroke. Adults with little to no experience will find this to be an excellent introduction. Glenna Alderson is an American Red Cross certified instructor.

his course is for students who want to learn how to whitewater kayak. No Previous experience is required, though participants must be able to swim and be comfortable in the water. Topics covered will include: a variety of strokes, basic self-rescue and safety knowledge, eddy turns, ferrying, 'river reading' and rolling the boat. 5-College students will be graded pass/fail.

This course is for students who want to learn how to whitewater kayak. No previous experience is required, but participants must be able to swim and be comfortable in the water. Topics covered will include: a variety of strokes, basic self-rescue and safety knowledge, eddy turns, ferrying, 'river reading' and rolling the boat. This course is the same as OPRA 0124. The class will meet Wednesdays in the pool from January until March. After Spring Break the class will also go outside on Fridays from March until May. 5-College students will be graded pass/fail.