Outdoor Adventures
The Outdoor Adventure program offers a variety of recreational activities and instruction provided by a qualified group of experienced instructors. Our friendly staff can help you learn proper outdoor skills in a variety of environments. Take that first memorable step to experience the fun, challenge, and excitement of Outdoor Adventures!
Center Activities Staff: All Outdoor Trip Leaders have strong backgrounds in the fields they teach. Each trip leader must have a minimum of First Aid and CPR certification. They also have skills, training and experience necessary for specific activities such as back-country medicine and rock climbing certifications.
Knots Seminar
March 9
Outdoor enthusiasts use an assortment of ropes and knots for outdoor skills. Many of these same knots can be useful for a variety of everyday uses, ranging from camping, climbing, sailing, loading vehicles, and more. This seminar will cover various knots including hitches, bends, loops and other important knots. If you would like to have the mystery taken out of knot tying, this class is for you!
Program Fee:
FREE
Day and Time:
Monday • 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Location:
Recreation & Wellness Center Lobby
Notes:
Drop-in friendly. No prior registration needed.
Leave No Trace Seminar
March 11
When adventuring in the outdoors, there is nothing more important than protecting the areas we use and love. Leave No Trace is an internationally recognized program that utilizes a set of ethics that helps us to understand how to reduce out impact in the back country as well as the front country. This training will give you a general knowledge of how to make good decisions to reduce your impact.
Program Fee:
FREE
Day and Time:
Wednesday • 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Location:
Recreation & Wellness Center Lobby
Notes:
Drop-in friendly. No prior registration needed.
Techniques and Conditioning for Climbing
March 25 – April 22
From power to endurance, each class offers unique insights into the different aspects of climbing fitness. Learn how to overcome your physical limitations, leaving only the mental challenge of the climb at hand! Refer to our website for a breakdown From the basics of movement to advanced skills for pushing harder grades, these classes offer a wealth of knowledge that serve as a substantial foundation for those aspiring to become an accomplished climber, or a focused review for more advanced climbers. Refer to our website for a breakdown of daily class topics.
Program Fee:
$20 (Both Options: $35)
Drop-In Fee:
$3
Day and Time:
Wednesdays • 11:00 - 12:00 PM
Location:
Student Recreation Center Climbing Wall
Techniques and Conditioning for Climbing
March 25 – April 22
From power to endurance, each class offers unique insights into the different aspects of climbing fitness. Learn how to overcome your physical limitations, leaving only the mental challenge of the climb at hand! Refer to our website for a breakdown From the basics of movement to advanced skills for pushing harder grades, these classes offer a wealth of knowledge that serve as a substantial foundation for those aspiring to become an accomplished climber, or a focused review for more advanced climbers. Refer to our website for a breakdown of daily class topics.
Program Fee:
$20 (Both Options: $35)
Drop-In Fee:
$3
Day and Time:
Wednesdays • 11:00 - 12:00 PM
Location:
Student Recreation Center Climbing Wall
Introduction to Road Biking & Camping
March 28 - 29
This outing is geared for beginning to intermediate cyclists who are wanting to try a longer distance ride and campout. Gear will be shuttled to the campsite in the support vehicle so your bike will be nice and light. We will set out on a locals’ favorite loop traveling back roads through epic surroundings. You will receive instruction on proper shifting, braking and hill descending, climbing techniques, how to avoid road hazards, road etiquette, and basic field maintenance. Participants need to bring their own bike, should wear proper riding apparel, and must have a bike helmet. The daily riding distance will be 25 - 30 miles.
Program Fee:
$65 HSU Students • $75 All Others
Mandatory Pre-trip Meeting:
March 24 • 6:00 PM • Recreation and Wellness Center Lounge
Day and Time:
Saturday • 9:00 AM
Location:
Trip departs from the HSU J Parking Lot
Notes:
Recommended: Bicycle Maintenance & Repair • Wed, March 4
Registration Deadline:
Monday • March 23
Introduction to Top Rope & Anchoring: Outdoor Option
March 28
This course provides an introduction to top rope climbing and is designed as a continuation of the introduction rock climbing course. Topics discussed will include an in-depth overview of rock climbing safety equipment and understanding of the principles of top rope anchor systems. This course will cover knots for climbers, building and evaluating anchor systems, rappelling on steep terrain and improved climbing technique.
Prerequisite:
Prospective participants must be top rope belayed certified at the Student Recreation Center or have instructor approval
Program Fee:
$49 HSU Students, $64 All Others
Program Fee Includes:
Instruction, all rock climbing equipment and permit fees.
Mandatory Pre-trip Meeting:
Thursday • March 26 • 6:00 PM • Recreation & Wellness Center Lounge
Notes:
Transportation will be by carpool.
Registration Deadline:
Wednesday • March 25
Introduction to Top Rope & Anchoring: Indoor Option
April 4
This course provides an introduction to top rope climbing and is designed as a continuation of the introduction rock climbing course. Topics discussed will include an in-depth overview of rock climbing safety equipment and understanding of the principles of top rope anchor systems. This course will cover knots for climbers, building and evaluating anchor systems, rappelling on steep terrain and improved climbing technique.
Prerequisite:
Prospective participants must be top rope belayed certified at the Student Recreation Center or have instructor approval
Program Fee:
$34 HSU Students, $49 All Others
Program Fee Includes:
Instruction and all rock climbing equipment
Day and Time:
Saturday • 12:00 - 5:00 PM
Location:
Student Recreation Center Climbing Wall
Registration Deadline:
Wednesday • April 1
Women's Backpacking
April 10 - 12
Join us for a backpacking outing specifically catered to women! This trip is ideal for those looking for a chance to enjoy the peace and serenity of the wilderness with an opportunity to make friends with like-minded ladies. The destination will be discussed at the pre-trip meeting. No previous experience necessary!
Topics Include:
Gear, clothing, food, packing and backpacking basics
Program Fee:
$70 HSU Students • $85 All Others
Program Fee Includes:
Instruction, camping/permit fees and instructional materials.
Mandatory Pre-trip Meeting:
Tuesday • April 7 • 5:30 PM • Recreation & Wellness Center Lounge
Day and Time:
Trip Departs Friday • 5:00 PM
Notes:
Transportation will be by carpool.
Registration Deadline:
Monday • April 6
Women's Backpacking
April 10 - 12
Join us for a backpacking outing specifically catered to women! This trip is ideal for those looking for a chance to enjoy the peace and serenity of the wilderness with an opportunity to make friends with like-minded ladies. The destination will be discussed at the pre-trip meeting. No previous experience necessary!
Topics Include:
Gear, clothing, food, packing and backpacking basics
Program Fee:
$70 HSU Students • $85 All Others
Program Fee Includes:
Instruction, camping/permit fees and instructional materials.
Mandatory Pre-trip Meeting:
Tuesday • April 7 • 5:30 PM • Recreation & Wellness Center Lounge
Day and Time:
Trip Departs Friday • 5:00 PM
Notes:
Transportation will be by carpool.
Registration Deadline:
Monday • April 6
Introduction to Sport Lead & Traditional Climbing
April 11
This course provides an introduction to sport lead climbing as well as traditional climbing and is designed as a continuation of the top rope & anchoring course. Topics covered will include advanced anchor building, lead belaying, rope management, single and multi-pitch descending methods and confidence building strategies.
Prerequisite:
Prospective participants must be top rope belayed certified at the Student Recreation Center or have instructor approval
Program Fee:
$49 HSU Students, $64 All Others
Program Fee Includes:
Instruction, all rock climbing equipment and permit fees.
Mandatory Pre-trip Meeting:
Thursday • April 9 • 6:00 PM • Recreation & Wellness Center Room 122
Notes:
Transportation will be by carpool.
Registration Deadline:
Wednesday • April 8
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