General Information
All of our credit classes involve some weekend meeting times and/or overnight experiences. Our courses are designed to introduce the learner to new environments and adventure activities. Courses that require extended time in the field or that are designed for those with more skill are noted. All courses require instructor permission so that students have the best understanding of the time, personal commitment involved and fitness level needed. Outdoor activities and the lifestyle that accompanies them are not for everyone. These courses are designed for students in average physical condition.

Registration and Enrollment Policies

CEO 176 Fly Fishing

CEO 177 Hiking

CEO 178 Backpacking I

CEO 250 Bicycling

CEO 252 White Water Kayaking I

CEO 255 Backcountry Medicine

CEO 130 English Horsemanship I

CEO 131 English Horsemanship II

CEO 219 English Horsemanship III

CEO 176 Fly Fishing (1 cr. Y)
Tuesday/Thursdays, 4:30-7:30 p.m., September 16 -October 23
Fishing Trips: Saturdays, October 4, 18, and 25.
Instructor: Bob Fairbrother

Get "hooked" on the art of fly fishing. Learn the proper casting technique, field and stream safety, basic fly tying and entomology. Tie your own fly for the challenge of that first catch. Two local experts share their years of experience with you to make this one of the richest classes ever. Get involved in a sport that will last you a lifetime. Fee includes equipment, instruction and transportation.
Pre-requisite: Students are responsible for obtaining their New York state fishing license.

Must register in the BOP office, 38 East Gym.
East Gym 08/Regional waters - $175

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CEO 177 Hiking (1 cr. B)
Section I: Tuesdays, 8:45-11:45 a.m., September 9-November 4
Day Trips: Sundays, September 21 and October 19, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Instructor: John Greene

Section II: Thursdays, 3:30-6:30 p.m., September 4-October 30
Day Trips: Saturdays, September 20 and October 18, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Instructor: Josh Teeter

Hiking is a great way to stay fit, reduce stress and experience the natural environment. This course uses an integrated presentation of wellness topics and physical activity to introduce the learner to the basic skills and techniques of day hiking. Class sessions are utilized to hike the trails of our campus and local county parks. Lecture topics will include backcountry nutrition, basic survival techniques and preparedness, wilderness ethic, wellness and environmental awareness.  Expect to be outside every class session while changing the way you perceive exercise. Sturdy hiking boots or shoes are highly recommended.
This course includes two mandatory weekend day trips to put skills to practical use.

Must register in person in the BOP office, 38 East Gym.
Regional Trail system - $125

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CEO 178 Backpacking I (1 cr. B)
Fridays, 1:30-4:30 p.m., August 29-October 24
Day-hike Trip: Saturday, September 6.
Overnight Trip: Saturday, September 13-Sunday, September 14.
Weekend Trip: Friday, October 17-Sunday, October 19.

If you are curious about backpacking and have the desire to learn how to enjoy the outdoors without harming it, then this may be the course for you. This is an experiential course that immerses the student in the basic skills and techniques of backpacking throughout temperate environments. The focus of instruction will be on the development of low-impact travel skills and environmental awareness, equipment operation and care, nutrition, hygiene, cooking skills, backcountry safety and positive group dynamics.  Expect to carry a 40-pound pack, learn basic outdoor living skills and share in the adventure!
This course includes mandatory weekend trips to put skills to practical use. Students must have synthetic long underwear tops and bottoms, sturdy hiking boots and synthetic socks. No experience is necessary.

Must register in person in the BOP office, 38 East Gym.
Regional Trail system - $175

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CEO 250 Bicycling (1 cr. B)
Tuesdays, 3:30-6:30 p.m., September 9-October 21
Weekend Rides: Saturday, September 20 and Sunday, October 19, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Instructor: Michael Zuber

This course is designed to introduce the rider to a diversity of recreational riding opportunities with special emphasis on mountain biking.  Students will learn the basics of bicycle repair and maintenance. Riding techniques and skills (e.g. braking, signaling, gearing, weight transfer, single track riding) will start on campus and progress to trips throughout the area.  This course uses an integrated presentation of wellness topics and physical activity to introduce the rider to the topics of conditioning, nutrition, training, safety and environmental impact. This course includes two mandatory mountain bike day rides. Bicycles are provided by Outdoor Pursuits for a fee.

Must register in the BOP office, 38 East Gym.
$100 with your bike; $150 bike provided; or
$300 Outdoor Pursuits bike purchase

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CEO 252 White Water Kayak I (1 cr. Y)
Section I: Wednesdays, 3:30-6:30 p.m., September 10-October 22
Whitewater day trip: October 4, 7 a.m.-7 p.m.

Section II: Fridays, 3:30-6:30 p.m., September 5-October 17
Whitewater day trip: October 5, 7 a.m.-7 p.m.
Instructor: Steve Busch

Are you interested in experiencing the thrill of maneuvering through white water or the quietness of a paddle and kayak as they slice still waters? Then this course might be for you. Learn to read the river, turn, peel out and wet exit! Time in the pool is combined with time on the open water to practice the fundamental skills and strokes needed to become a kayak paddler. One mandatory weekend day trip to an appropriate river will test your skills on class II whitewater. Students must have a synthetic underwear top. Wet suits, boats, paddles, helmets, PFD’s and transportation is provided.
Pre-requisite: Strong swimming ability is essential.

Must register in person in the BOP office, 38 East Gym.
East Gym Pool/Local rivers- $200 students; $225 faculty, staff and community.

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CEO 255 Backcountry Medicine (2 cr. B)
Monday/Wednesdays, September 3-November 12, 4:30-7 p.m.
Instructor: Kevin Hastings III

This wilderness first aid course combines the theoretical with the experiential. The course is designed to teach skills and knowledge for safe and successful emergency care and rescue when definitive medical care is more than an hour away.  Students will receive a 16-hour certification in wilderness first aid from a professional wilderness medicine association and adult CPR certification from the American Red Cross upon successful completion of the course.  Special emphasis will be placed on leadership issues, accident prevention, group awareness and the dynamics of the environment. This course includes several mandatory weekend meeting times.

Must register in person in the BOP office, 38 East Gym.
East Gym 08 - $300

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CEO 130 English Horsemanship I (1 cr. Y)
Section 1: Mondays, 2-4:30 p.m.
Section 2: Mondays, 4:30-7 p.m.
Section 3: Tuesdays, 2:50-5:20 p.m.
Section 4: Tuesdays, 5:30-8 p.m.
Section 5: Fridays, 10:50 a.m.-1:20 p.m.
Section 6: Fridays, 1:30-4 p.m.
Instructor:Roni McAbee, South Wind Stables (607) 724-1003 with any questions.

For students with no riding experience and aimed at teaching elementary control at the walk, trot and canter as well as proper grooming and tacking-up techniques. This course teaches parts of the horse, tack and basic feeding needs. Goal is to make riding a safe and enjoyable experience. Fee includes transportation, instruction and equipment. Riding helmets are provided. Come to the first classes prepared to participate with long pants, a shirt with long sleeves and boots or shoes that tie and have heels.
The blue and white Suburban will pick students up in front of the East Gym for class sessions. Please be on time.

$320
Checks and money orders made payable to SOUTH WIND STABLES due on the first day of class.

CEO 131 English Horsemanship II (1 cr. Y)
Wednesdays, 5:30-8 p.m.
Instructor:Roni McAbee, South Wind Stables (607) 724-1003 with any questions.

Students should be comfortable cantering in a group. Emphasis is on the training of the horse rather than the rider. Riders learn how to collect, extend and flex their horses and how to deal with specific training problems. Advanced riders jump higher and more difficult courses.
Pre-requisites: One year of riding lessons.
Fee includes transportation, instruction and equipment. Riding helmets are provided. Come to the first classes prepared to participate with long pants, a shirt with long sleeves and boots or shoes that tie and have heels.

The blue and white Suburban will pick students up in front of the East Gym for class sessions. Please be on time.

$320
Checks and money orders made payable to SOUTH WIND STABLES due on the first day of class.

CEO 219 English Horsemanship III (1 cr. Y)
Thursdays, 6-8:30 p.m.
Instructor:Roni McAbee, South Wind Stables (607) 724-1003 with any questions.

For students who have taken at least one year or more of riding lessons and who already have a good foundation of skills on the flat and over fences. For those who have demonstrated ability to groom and tack up a horse, or for those who have completed CEO 131. Students should be comfortable cantering in a group.
Pre-requisites: Permission of the instructor and demonstrated skill level commensurate with the course objectives.
Fee includes transportation, instruction and equipment. Riding helmets are provided. Come to the first classes prepared to participate with long pants, a shirt with long sleeves and boots or shoes that tie and have heels.

The blue and white Suburban will pick students up in front of the East Gym for class sessions. Please be on time.

$320
Checks and money orders made payable to SOUTH WIND STABLES due on the first day of class.