Hiking Course Curriculum

OP101 Course Outline

  • 1

    Welcome to Hiking 101

    • Introduction to Hiking

  • 2

    Trip Planning

    • Bailout route

    • Research

    • Maps

    • Guidebooks

    • Forums

    • OP Community
  • 3

    Before You Go

    • Hypothermia causes and prevention

    • Hyperthermia causes and prevention

    • Lightning

    • Lost and Alone

  • 4

    Gearing up

    • Choosing a pack

    • Footwear
  • 5

    Weather

    • Weather changes and being prepared

    • Avoiding exposed area

    • Lightning safety

    • Local weather patterns and forecast
  • 6

    On The Trail

    • Trail Etiquette

    • Stretch

    • Animal Encounters
  • 7

    Maps & Compass

    • Map Orientation

    • Contour Lines

    • Scale

    • Hazards

    • Planning to reduce risks

    • Estimating hiking routes

    • Navigation
  • 8

    Basic First Aid

    • Hot spots

    • Blisters

    • Treat tick bites

    • Cuts and scrapes

    • Poison Ivy

    • Hypothermia
  • 9

    Hike Nutrition and Planning

    • Proteins

    • Fats

    • Carbohydrates

    • Packing For a Hike or Day Trip...
  • 10

    Outdoor Equipment Care

    • Cleaning

    • Storage
  • 11

    Communication Devices

    • Cell Phone

    • Radio

    • Spot Device / GPS
  • 12

    Next Steps

    • Go Hiking!

    • Camping