- Email: Dr. James Dunn
- (970) 351-2834
- Office: Candelaria 2080
- University of Northern Colorado
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About the
professor
JD Photo: Gunnison River near Dominguez Canyon
3 semester credit hours of Geography 392
Dates & Times:The entire course takes place between May 10-12 and May 28-30. There are no meetings between May 12 and May 28.
Lecture: May 10 -12 (9:30am-1:30pm) (Regis students will meet separately for one day between May 3 and 7, 2010 from 10 am to 6pm, date and location TBA)
Canoe Trip: May 28-30
Locations: The lecture will be held at the UNC campus in Candelaria. The field trip will begin and end near Grand Junction, Colorado.
Instructor: James Dunn, Phone: 970-351-2834
Outfitter and Tuition Fees: The outfitter charges $270. The University charges $495 for 3 credit tuition. See the timeline for details on when fees are due. Enrollment is done on a first come, first serve basis for remaining space. Tuition charges are the same for in-state and out-of-state students!How to Register: Complete the Registration Form and return the form to Dr. Dunn at Campus Box 115, Greeley, CO 80639
Dropping the class: You can drop the class up until April 30, 2010. It is your responsibility to contact the Office of Extended Studies at 1-800-232-1749 to formally withdraw from the class. The outfitter has its own separate cancellation policy.
Travel Directions, Map to the starting point, and Personal Gear (note about personal gear: toiletries can be: toothbrush, floss, paste, soap, wash towel, feminine products, eye related things)
Our Outfitter:
720-283-0553 / toll free 1-877-353-1850fax 303-347-8296Maps and Air Photos used on our trip
Pictures from 2006 Pictures from 2005 Pictures from trips before 2005
Required Readings and Materials to Print and Bring on the River Trip
Bureau of Land Management Links: Dominguez Wilderness Study Area and Gunnison River
This course is open to students and teachers.
Our study site can be seen in topographic map form and in Color Infrared Photo form.
Canoe the lower Gunnison River and explore dramatic canyons. Paddle and explore ancient red sandstone landforms including Dominguez and Escalante Canyons near Grand Junction Colorado. Learn about the power of water, wind, and weathering in a western environment. We will practice geographic field skills and develop a research plan. No paddling experience is needed. You are responsible for your transportation to the Grand Junction area and back. The outfitter (Centennial Canoe) will supply all canoes, group equipment, meals, and canoe instruction prior to the trip.
