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W s h h e e l l ic Trip/Clinic Registration n v e r s e Have you ever wanted to learn a new adventure skill but never had the chance? UNI Outdoors s S an n Trip registrations take place in the UNI Outdoors o ce, WRC 174, during o ce hours. Trips - Wellness & Recreation Services, Spring 2015 - d R atio Come join some of our outdoor skills experts and learn from a pro. We o er monthly clinics ecre focusing on several outdoor skill sets. We also o er climbing belay clinics weekly and lead are open on a rst-come, rst-served basis. Trip equipment and transportation are provided climbing clinics by appointment. Dates and more information will be announced via our unless otherwise indicated. Call (319) 273-7163 if you have any questions or need additional Facebook page (UNI Outdoors) by the second week of the Spring 2015 semester. Please information. Late cancellation policies apply. sign up for outdoor skills clinics in the Outdoor Recreation O ce (WRC 174) prior Date Sign-Up Deadline Trip Type Location Cost Per Person to the date of the clinic. UNI Outdoors’ Goal from Coordinator Andrew Martin Jan. 30 - Jan. 31 Jan. 26 Downhill Skiing/Snowboarding Afton Alps, MN $125 "The goal of UNI Outdoors is to provide outdoor and educational opportunities to the collegiate community. With recreational climbing, equipment rental, a resource library, Tues. Nights | Jan. 28 - Feb. 25 None Cross-Country Ski Nights Cedar Falls, IA $5 adventure trips, and skill clinics, we hope to provide something for everyone." Cross-Country Ski Nights Feb. 3, 10, 19, 26 None Kayak Skills & Roll Clinic Cedar Falls, IA $10 Location: Cedar Falls, IA Date: Tuesday nights from January 28 - February 25 Getting Involved Feb. 7 - 8 None Wilderness First Aid (WFA) Cedar Falls, IA $255 Time: 5 PM Students interested in trips or in becoming more involved with our program should contact Cost: $5 UNI Outdoors at (319) 273-7163. Very little, if any, previous experience is necessary for our Feb. 26 - March 1 Feb. 23 Mammoth Cave Trip Kentucky $190 outdoor recreation trips/programs. Anyone can enjoy the great outdoors and should take March 7 March 7 Rock Revolution Cedar Falls, IA $30 Spend some time cross-country skiing on the west campus recreation trails with UNI advantage of this outdoor resource. Let UNI Outdoors help you with your outdoor needs! Outdoors. Snow permitting, we will meet in the outdoor recreation o ce (WRC 174) to gear For additional information, email [email protected] or [email protected]. March 11 None Outdoor Skills Clinic Cedar Falls, IA $10 up and head out to the trails. Skis, boots, and headlamps are provided and no experience March 13 - 22 March 2 Cumberland Island & Santa Fe River Georgia & Florida $500 is necessary. Be sure to dress for the weather! After hitting the trails, we will brew up some Indoor Climbing Wall hot chocolate to warm up. One of the most popular features available to the UNI community is the climbing wall March 13 - 22 March 3 Appalachian Trail Georgia $500 housed in the Wellness/Recreation Center. This is one of the largest indoor climbing walls in Iowa. Standing at 38.5 feet, this structure o ers almost 3,000 square feet of climbing on 11 March 26 - 29 March 23 Bu alo River Backpacking Ponca, Arkansas $110 Kayak Skills & Roll Clinic di erent ropes. There is also a bouldering section. The wall provides a great opportunity for April 1 None Climbing Instructional Clinic Cedar Falls, IA $10 Location: WRC 174 developing tness, strength, con dence, and climbing skills. Date: February 3, 10, 19, 26 April 2 - 5 March 30 Horseshoe Canyon Climbing Horseshoe Canyon Ranch, AR $95 Cost: $10 per clinic Equipment Rental April 4 None Upper Iowa River Canoeing Decorah, IA $25 We have awesome equipment available to rent for all of your outdoor fun! See the full list at In this clinic you will learn both introductory and advanced skills, whether you need them www.uni.edu/wellrec/outdoor_recreation. April 9 - 12 April 6 Rock Climbing Jackson Falls, IL $95 to oat down a river on a leisurely paddle or go down the craziest rapids. Skills that will be April 23 - 26 April 20 Women’s Rock Climbing Red River Gorge, KY $90 covered include stability, strokes, braces, sculling, and the famous kayak roll. The sta at UNI Outdoors is dedicated to making all programs enjoyable, May 17 - 26 March 9 Inca Trail & Machu Picchu Adventure Peru $1,700 + airfare safe, and environmentally friendly for all adventure trip participants. June 6 - 12 April 28 Boundary Waters Canoe Adventure Northern MN $275 Outdoor Skills Clinic We strive to educate our fellow students on the importance of being a Location: WRC 174 positive steward of the natural environment. Late June/Early July TBA Project A.W.A.R.E. Cedar Falls, IA TBA Date: March 11
y of Northe sit rn Cost: $10 per clinic r I e o iv w n a U Interested in learning the basics of conquering the great outdoors? Join our wilderness
W experts to learn how to set up tents, light camping stoves, start res, and gain many other s e e l l ic Trip Leaders n v e s r s Se skills that will suit your outdoor needs. an n h d Recreatio Evan JD Ali Jason Jack Justin Backpacking in the Climbing Instructional Clinic Grand Canyon, Location: WRC 174 Arizona Date: April 1 Cost: $10 per clinic The climbing skills clinic is designed for all skill levels. Whether you are just getting into the sport or working on breaking into the advanced 5.12 climbs, we have something for you.
Project A.W.A.R.E. Location: WRC 174 Date: Late June or early July Sierra Aaron Nichole Scott Savanna Cost: TBD For our second year partnering with UNI O ce of Sustainability, students will be nancially supported to help out with Iowa’s largest week-long river clean-up sponsored by the DNR. UNI Outdoors Spend the day in a canoe with other Iowa residents and give back to our local waters by collecting debris, tires, and water samples. After a long day of paddling and picking up O ce: WRC 174 / Phone: (319) 273-7163 trash, either hit up one of the informational sessions or hang out hwith fellow UNI students www.uni.edu/wellrec/outdoor_recreation or Iowa residents at the campgrounds. With delicious food catered by Hy-Vee and other accommodations provided by DNR and UNI Outdoors, this trip is a fun and rewarding way to give back. No canoeing experience is necessary. Rivers, campgrounds, and nal plans will Like us on not be released by the DNR until March; exact costs for students will be determined early in the semester. If interested, stop by the UNI Outdoors O ce where more information can be Facebook! provided! UNI Outdoors
Spring and Summer UNI Outdoors O ce Hours: Monday & Friday: 9AM-5PM | Tuesday-Thursday: 12PM-5PM If there is an accommodation you need in order to participate in a Spring Climbing Wall Hours: Mon-Thurs: 4PM-10 PM | Friday: 4PM-8 PM | Saturday: 1PM-5 PM | Sunday: 7PM-10 PM WRS program or activity, please contact WRC 101 at (319) 273-6275. Summer Climbing Wall Hours: Mon-Thurs: 4PM-8 PM | Friday: 3PM-6 PM | Sunday: 5PM-8 PM
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Location: Afton Alps, MN hLocation: Wellness Recreation Center, Cedar Falls Location: Mammoth Cave National Park, KY hLocation: Georgia & Florida h Date: February 7 - 8 Date: March 13 - 22 Date: January 30 - 31 hDate: February 27 - March 1 Pre-trip Meeting: January 26 @ 5 PM Cost: $255 Pre-trip Meeting: February 23 @ 5 PM Pre-Trip Meeting: March 2 @ 5 PM Cost: Student $125, University $130, Guest $135 Cost: Student $190, University $200, Guest $210 Cost: Student $500, University $550, Guest $600 Fast-paced and hands-on, this two-day course covers a wide range Spend the weekend skiing in Minnesota! Afton Alps, located in the of wilderness medicine topics for those who travel in the outdoors. Enter night, exit light! Get down and dirty in the largest cave in the Join us for our Southeastern adventure this spring break! We will be scenic St. Croix River Valley, is one of the largest ski and snowboard Whether spending time in the backcountry is your passion or your world! Join UNI Outdoors for a weekend of spelunking in Mammoth basking in the warm sunshine of the Georgia coast while backpacking Machu Picchu areas in the Midwest with nearly 300 skiable acres. It o ers the best profession, you should never have to ask, “What do I do now?” In this Cave National Park. The wild cave tour o ers tight places and small throughout the Cumberland Island National Seashore. We will then variety of terrain, from beginner to expert. This exciting Midwest skiing course, you’ll learn how to prepare for the unexpected. Wilderness spaces. This six-hour underground odyssey is limited to a small group travel to Northern Florida to canoe the crystal-clear waters of the Adventure, PERU adventure comes with an-all day Saturday lift ticket and one night of Medicine Institute’s curriculum is unique and includes many advanced and is sure to test even the most adventuresome of spirits. Mammoth Santa Fe River, camping along the way. This spring-fed river is well- lodging in a local hotel. And don’t you fret; we’ll be back in time for all topics that other programs don’t cover, such as dislocation reduction, Cave historical tour is also included. No experience necessary! known for diverse populations of wildlife. If you’re lucky, you may even those Super Bowl preparations. Price based on four-person occupancy. focused spinal assessment and epinephrine administration. In just *Over-ankle hiking boots required for this underground adventure. get to canoe alongside manatees in the river! Join UNI Outdoors as we Informational Meeting: Inca Trail & Machu Picchu Adventure, Peru Friday afternoon departure. two days, you’ll have the knowledge, skills and ability to make sound **Friday afternoon departure. explore scenic rivers and sandy beaches. No experience is necessary Location: WRC 174 *Ski/snowboard rentals not included. decisions in emergency situations. This course is ideal for trip leaders, and outdoor equipment is provided. Dates: January 22 and March 3 @ 6 PM camp sta , outdoor enthusiasts and individuals in remote locations. WMI’s course is preapproved by organizations such as the American Join UNI Outdoors for information on our May Inca Trail & Machu Picchu adven- Camping Association, the United States Forest Service, and other Upper Iowa ture. During this presentation we will show pictures of the region, highlight our governmental agencies. This course does not include CPR. Boundary Appalachian River itinerary, and answer any questions you might have about our journey. Be a Waters part of our group and travel to one of the seven wonders of Canoeing Trail Canoeing the world! Location: Decorah, IA Trekking Location: Georgia Buffalo River h Location: Northern Minnesota Location: Inca Trail & Machu Picchu, Peru Date: April 4 h h Date: June 6 - 12 Dates: May 17 - 26 Date: March 13 - 22 Backpacking Pre-trip Meeting: None Pre-trip Meeting: March 3 @ 5 PM Cost: Student $25, University $30, Guest $35 Pre-trip Meeting: April 28 @ 5 PM Pre-trip Meeting: March 9 @ 5 PM Cost: Student $500, University $550, Guest $600 Cost: Student $275, University $300, Guest $325 Cost*: Student: $1,700 | University: $1,750 | Guest: $1,800 Location: Ponca, AR Spend the day paddling the wild Upper Iowa River. During this 12- *Price does not include airfare Step out of the classroom and into the wilderness this spring break as hDate: March 26 - 29 mile excursion you will experience the breathtaking scenery of the Come join us for the canoeing adventure of a lifetime in the Boundary we embark on the historic Appalachian Trail. The AT, which is located in Pre-trip Meeting: March 23 @ 5 PM magni cent blu s of Northeastern Iowa while traveling through a Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. This 45-mile, ve day/four night Walk in the steps of the Incas as we travel in South America to the country of the Eastern US, winds more than 2,100 miles from Maine to Georgia. Cost: Student $110, University $120, Guest $130 beautiful and scenic waterway. You provide the company, we’ll supply backcountry experience will be sure to excite. The area is in one of the Peru. Your journey will begin in the city of Cusco, the capital city of the Inca We will backpack more than 40 miles over a ve-day period through the gear. Please come prepared with a lunch. most pristine, untouched areas of the United States and will provide Empire, where our trip will be based. At an elevation of 10,900 feet, Cusco is the rugged Appalachian Mountains of the Deep South. Come see why Enjoy backpacking and hiking in one of the most pristine outdoor memories that will last a lifetime. If shing interests you, this is also in the heart of the Andes Mountains. A day after arriving in Peru we will head so many people are attracted to this beautiful trail. During our travel to recreation areas in Arkansas. We will backpack in the beautiful Ozark one of the most famed areas for catching walleye and pike in the to the Urubamba River for a nice Class III whitewater rafting trip. This day will and from the trail, we will also visit Mammoth Cave National Park for Mountains and see some of the most glorious waterfalls the area has states. No experience is necessary and all are welcome! be purposefully low-exertion to help acclimatize to high altitude. The next six a day of spelunking and hit the Ocoee River for a thrilling whitewater to o er. The scenery will be breathtaking! No experience is necessary *If shing, please note you will have to obtain a 7-day nonresidential days will be spent walking in the footsteps of the Incas before arriving near rafting adventure. Join us for this exciting multi-sport adventure! No and all equipment is provided. MN shing license for $38 and must bring your own shing gear. the Machu Picchu archeological site. During this part of our journey we will be experience is necessary and outdoor equipment is provided. *Thursday afternoon departure. accompanied by a certi ed English-speaking guide and pack animals for our du el bags. Meals will be provided at camps. Upon completion of our trek, we will enjoy an evening in a hotel with the opportunity to soak in the thermal hot springs near Aguas Calientes to soothe sore trekking muscles and admire the great views above. The last full day of our adventure will include a visit to the Rock Climbing Lost City of the Incas, Machu Picchu! After a long visit at Machu Picchu we will take a train back to Cusco for the evening before ying home the next day. *Prerequisites for the trip include having a good level of tness and an adven- a turesome spirit! Horseshoe Rock Rock Women’s Rock Optional 4-Day Glacier Climb to an Andean Summit Canyon Climbing Dates: May 25 - 29 Revolution Climbing Climbing Cost: $700 For those who are interested, there will be an option to stay in the area for a 4-day mountaineering adventure. The goal will be to summit 18,040-foot Location: Cedar Falls, IA Location: Horseshoe Canyon Ranch, AR Location: Jackson Falls, IL Location: Red River Gorge, KY Nevado Jampa. The trip will include trekking with guides and pack animals to hDate: March 7 hDate: April 2 - 5 h hDate: April 9 - 12 Date: April 23 - 26 a base camp with nearby hot springs. There will also be a short glacier climb Time: Competition begins at 9 AM Pre-Trip Meeting: March 30 @ 5 PM Pre-trip Meeting: April 6 @ 5 PM Pre-trip Meeting: April 20 @ 5 PM among crevasses and snow elds to an awesome summit. No climbing experi- Early Registration (Before Feb. 27): $30 Cost: Student $95, University $105, Guest $120 Cost: Student $95, University $105, Guest $115 Cost: Student $90, University $95, Guest $100 ence is necessary, and all technical gear and guiding is provided to make this Late Registration (Feb. 27 - Mar. 6): $35 a spectacular experience. This will be in a remote Peruvian region with great Day-Of Registration: $45 Come with us to the one-of-a-kind Horseshoe Canyon Ranch, nestled Come shred gnar on world-famous sandstone during a weekend of Ladies, join UNI Outdoors on this epic adventure to “The Red.” We scenery and unique cultural experiences. in the beautiful Ozark Mountains of Northern Arkansas! Horseshoe bouldering and climbing in Jackson Falls, located in the beautiful Shawnee will spend the weekend tearing up and down the faces of one of the UNI’s own 16th annual climbing competition is a sure shot for a good Canyon has over 300 climbing routes along with some world-class National Forest of Southern Illinois. Featured in Rock and Ice Magazine South’s most popular climbing destinations. Our days will be “chalk” Cover and inner spread photos courtesy of UNI Outdoors photographer Hallie Bear. time! Rock Revolution is a friendly and fun spirited competition open bouldering. On top of the superb climbing, you will also have a unique and climbing videos alike, this area o ers some of the best climbing full of bouldering and climbing. At night we will enjoy the starry skies Machu Picchu photo used without changes under Creative Commons Attribution from Martin to climbers of ALL skill levels. This event will push you to the limit and experience with the horses, goats, and potbelly pigs that roam free. around. Lush spring wild owers and picturesque waterfalls make this an of the South as we eat our dinner around a crackling re. All skill St-Amant (Wikipedia-CC-BY-SA-3.0). Boundary Waters photo used without changes under Creative leave you exhausted by the end of the day. Stop by WRC 174 or visit Don’t forget to bring your discs for disc golf! All skill levels welcome. adventure not to be missed. All skill levels are welcome. levels welcome. Commons attribution from Magnus Manske. Wilderness First Aid photo courtesy of the National our website for more information. *Thursday afternoon departure. *Thursday afternoon departure. *Thursday afternoon departure. Outdoor Leadership School. All other photos courtesy of UNI Outdoors.