Registration - Santa Fe Community College
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PERSONAL<br />
ENRICHMENT<br />
BILL NEUWIRTH<br />
CHACO CANYON<br />
“We had plenty of<br />
time at each site to<br />
learn, to ponder<br />
and to let information<br />
sink in. We<br />
really absorbed the<br />
energy of the site,<br />
it was much better<br />
than a self-guided<br />
tour. Bill has such<br />
a wealth of knowledge<br />
that serves to<br />
give a great<br />
overview of the<br />
whole region<br />
including the physical<br />
and spiritual<br />
aspects.”<br />
Chaco Canyon — Easier Pace<br />
<strong>Fe</strong>e $149<br />
Orientation: TUESDAY, 6 to 8 p.m., May 1<br />
Field Trip: SATURDAY and SUNDAY, 8:30 a.m. to<br />
5 p.m., May 5 and 6, 3 sessions.<br />
Course #SW311 01/CRN 31293<br />
Bill Neuwirth<br />
At Chaco Canyon, you’re in touch with the past. On<br />
this outing you’ll visit most of the major sites, including<br />
Pueblo Bonito, Pueblo del Arroyo, Chetro Ketl<br />
and Casa Rinconada. You’ll also take hikes out of the<br />
canyon. Archaeology, architecture, mythology and the<br />
Pueblo worldview are highlighted, and you’ll learn<br />
about archaeological methods and the prehistory of<br />
the area. Course #SW310 involves two hikes out of<br />
the canyon. Course #SW311 offers an easier pace<br />
and involves only one hike out of the canyon and<br />
more time at each site. You must furnish your own<br />
transportation and food; car pools to the overnight<br />
campsite will be arranged. An itinerary will be provided<br />
at registration. Early registration is encouraged, as<br />
classes generally fill to capacity.<br />
Animal Tracking OFF CAMPUS<br />
<strong>Fe</strong>e $75<br />
SATURDAY, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., April 14, 1 day.<br />
Course #SW313 01/CRN 31294<br />
Bill Neuwirth<br />
Would you like to know more about those animal<br />
tracks you’ve noticed on your walks or hikes This<br />
class covers tracking techniques, perceptual widening,<br />
different track patterns, scale and animal gaits, rates of<br />
track deterioration, clues to animal behavior and animal<br />
interaction with the landscape. You must furnish<br />
your own transportation. An itinerary will be provided<br />
at registration. Class size is small to allow for more<br />
personal attention, so early registration is encouraged.<br />
Geologic Story of the Valles Caldera<br />
OFF CAMPUS<br />
<strong>Fe</strong>e $75<br />
SUNDAY, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., May 20, 1 day.<br />
Course #SW314 01/CRN 31240<br />
Kirt Kempter<br />
Experience the magnificent vistas of the northern<br />
Jemez Mountains with local geologist Kirt Kempter.<br />
Departing <strong>Santa</strong> <strong>Fe</strong>, travel to Española and then turn<br />
west onto Forest Road 144 (also known as 39-Mile<br />
Road), winding your way up to the northern Jemez<br />
Mountains. Ascending the back side of Chicoma<br />
Peak, there are spectacular views of the Rio Grande<br />
Rift, Pajarito Plateau and other geologic features of<br />
the northern Jemez Mountains. The road also cuts<br />
through the core of an old volcano, active 10 million<br />
years ago. Our destination is a picnic lunch stop on<br />
the north rim of the Valles Caldera, providing a spectacular<br />
view of the northern portion of the caldera. A<br />
lecture at this stop will provide a geologic history of<br />
the caldera since the massive eruption that occurred<br />
1.2 million years ago — a dynamic story describing<br />
multiple lakes and volcanic eruptions within the<br />
caldera since its collapse. Other geologic highlights<br />
include overviews of Cerro Pedernal, the Rio Grande<br />
Rift and the Chama River Valley.<br />
Survival Skills in the Wilderness<br />
OFF CAMPUS<br />
<strong>Fe</strong>e $39<br />
SUNDAY, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., March 25, 1 day.<br />
Course #SW316 01/CRN 30905<br />
SUNDAY, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., May 13, 1 day.<br />
Course #SW316 02/CRN 30906<br />
Arthur Judd<br />
This is a one-day workshop concentrating on essential<br />
survival skills in the wilderness. The class will<br />
teach students to build and expand their mental<br />
focus, physical skills and planning for the outdoors.<br />
Examples are cited from real-life situations, some<br />
where people survived and some where people did<br />
not. Students will learn from both. The morning is<br />
spent in discussion on how to avoid hazards, how to<br />
handle hazards, adapting to a wilderness environment,<br />
weather signs and predictions, orienting with<br />
and without a map or compass, life zone considerations<br />
in the Southwest, and attention to each individual’s<br />
anxieties. After lunch, the hike will put<br />
newly found knowledge and insights into practice.<br />
Map and GPS<br />
<strong>Fe</strong>e $49<br />
WEDNESDAY, 6 to 9 p.m., April 25; and SATURDAY,<br />
8 a.m. to 4 p.m., April 28, 2 days.<br />
Course #SW318 01/CRN 31298<br />
Karen Denison<br />
Global Positioning System (GPS) devices are becoming<br />
popular tools for active outdoors folks, but learning<br />
to use them can be confusing. In this practical,<br />
easy workshop, students will read topographical maps<br />
with special attention to numeric coordinates, review<br />
magnetic-compass skills, learn the strengths and pitfalls<br />
of hand-held GPS receivers, and test their newfound<br />
skills with an all-day field trip (moderate walking).<br />
Perfect for those wishing to hike off-trail, play<br />
the “geocaching” treasure hunt game or rediscover a<br />
special spot. Also applicable to automobile and<br />
marine GPS users, although examples will be geared<br />
to those on foot. GPS units are supplied for class or<br />
bring your own.<br />
Map and Compass Orienteering<br />
<strong>Fe</strong>e $39<br />
WEDNESDAY, 6 to 9 p.m., April 11, and SATURDAY,<br />
10 a.m. to 4 p.m., April 14, 2 days.<br />
Course #SW319 01/CRN 31300<br />
Karen Denison<br />
Enjoy the New Mexico outdoors more by knowing<br />
where you are. This short workshop is intended for<br />
folks hiking with trail or topographic maps. Learn to<br />
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