This course examines the theory, principles, and leadership techniques programming for individuals and groups in a variety of recreation settings, including the community, institutions, and camps. Landscape Materials and Construction. Use of plant and construction materials and their application to environmental design, including a study of identification and effectiveness through texture, density, color, and relationship to structures and site development. Wildland Fire Suppression-Water Use. A study of water use for wildland fire suppression including supply sources, delivery methods, application techniques, hydraulics, and equipment maintenance.
Field exercises on weekends required with materials and equipment furnished.
Recreation for Special Populations. Development of an understanding of disabled sub-populations and its relationship to recreation programming and administration for agencies at the local, state, and federal level of responsibilities. Camp Counseling and Administration. Theory and principles of camp administration, programming, leadership and supervision in public, private, and school camps. Field trips, school camp.