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Your Outdoor Career, Fast-Tracked
Have you ever dreamed of turning your love for the outdoors into a career? This accelerated degree program can help you do just that — and faster than you might think. This unique program blends business skills with a passion for outdoor recreation, preparing you to take on leadership roles in one of the fastest-growing industries out there.
The program offers two tracks to match your career goals. The Product Track focuses on product development, design, and innovation, while the Service Track emphasizes hospitality, guiding, and recreation management. Both tracks provide hands-on learning opportunities and industry connections to set you up for success.
Whether you want to work for a major outdoor brand, start your own company, or help shape the future of recreation and conservation, this program gives you the tools to make it happen. Plus, being based in Gunnison means you’ll have access to some of the best outdoor playgrounds in the country — perfect for putting your skills to the test in real-world settings.
