1 Orientation to the organization and function of the U.S. Army, including rank structures, branches, and customs. Emphasizes leadership, organization, and communication in small groups. Introduces the role of the National Guard and reserve forces. Spring 1 Application of basic principles of map reading, emphasizing terrain association and evaluation, map margin information, topographic map symbols, methods of orienteering, and determination of locations using intersection and resection techniques.
Students can participate in field exercises, including a white-water rafting trip.
Winter cross-country movement techniques using military skis and snowshoes. Application of military map reading and land navigation techniques, including an introduction to orienteering. Emphasizes use of the military lensatic compass and the protractor compass, elevation and relief, and terrain association. Emphasizes awareness of firearms safety and leadership responsibility for marksmanship training. Repeatable to a max of 4.