This course is designed to introduce students to the basics of rappelling and rock climbing. Primary topics covered will be: (a) climbing gear and equipment, (b) climbing techniques, (c) anchor building, (d) direct, indirect and redirect belaying techniques, (e) releasable rappels, (f) reading terrain, and (g) site management. Secondary, emphasis will be placed on the following topics: (a) history of climbing, (b) leadership in climbing environments, (c) basic rock/ guiding principles and (d) natural history of climbing environments. In addition, a large portion of the class will focus on risk identification, participant screening, and activity administration.