Fall 2008 Class Descriptions
CLIMBING:
Once described as dancing in the vertical plane, climbing is a total body workout. Students are taught the fundamentals of rock and sport climbing. This class is a great confidence builder, both physically and mentally.
SIGNS OF THE CREATOR:
Intelligent Design is a controversial topic in the Academic World. As students explore the complexities of nature, they will learn to discern the fingerprints of God.
FLIGHT:
From birds to squirrels, bats to seeds, nature loves to fly. This interactive class aims to teach the principles of flight, combined with an opportunity to build gliders and practice flying skills. We will also investigate the properties of air currents and attendant forces that impact flight.
ORIENTEERING:
With the advent of handheld GPS systems, basic route-finding skills are dangerously deficient. This class is a throwback to ‘Old School’ competence. Map reading, compass aptitude and terrain navigation are still the fundamentals of safe backcountry travel and survival.
ORNITHOLOGY:
Birds are some of the most fascinating and inspirational creatures that God has made. Students will examine study-skins in addition to learning important keys to field identification.
RIFLERY:
Virtual Gaming has birthed generations of people with inaccurate attitudes regarding firearms. Lack of appropriate training is a leading cause of accidents. We place strong emphasis on the proper respect, handling and safety of any firearm. Competitive target shooting is a focal point of this class.
