2020-21 Catalogs
Minor in Nature Tourism
The minor in nature tourism combines coursework to provide students with an introductory knowledge of ecotourism, outdoor recreation leadership, and nature interpretation. Safe and responsible use of outdoor environments is a prime focus of the minor. Enrollment in the nature tourism minor can increase student understanding and enjoyment of nature while enhancing future employment opportunities in ecotourism and adventure recreation businesses, wilderness equipment outfitters, or organizations that focus on environmental education.
Program Requirements
Minimum number of credits required for the minor: 19
Required courses: (16 credits)
ESP 101, 102 Fundamentals of Environmental Science with Laboratory
ESP 200 Environmental Planning
REC 218 Emergency Medical Response with Focus on Wilderness Application*
REC 223 Introduction to Nature Tourism
REC 233 Outdoor Recreation
Elective courses: (3 credits)
ESP 150 Environmental Science Field Immersion Session
REC 367 Adventure Based Counseling
Not all classes are offered every semester. Some courses may have prerequisites.
*Recreation and Leisure studies majors can substitute REC 218 Emergency Medical Response with Focus on Wilderness Application for REC 216 Emergency Response only if they are enrolled in the nature tourism minor and have completed either REC 223 Introduction to Nature Tourism or ESP 101, 102 Fundamentals of Environmental Science with Laboratory.