The public is invited on the 11th annual trek. Activities will include rafting on the Rio Grande River, hiking Indian ruins at Bandelier national Monument, and optional rock climbing in the monument area. In 16 days, students can earn six credits toward graduate or undergraduate degrees. Fees include tuition, transportation, food, guided adventures, and admissions to national parks and educational programs. Equipment for camping and adventure activities is provided.
Students are responsible for personal items.
Transportation will be by van. Two instructors will lead classes in vans and at local libraries en route. Students will overnight in tents at campgrounds. A van will be carry a mobile library. Students will fax completed assignments to professors at the university's main campus in Aurora, where professors will grade and return assignments by fax to students in the field.