Aerial Arts Clinic
Drop in for a basic introduction to the craft and art of aerial dance including silks, lyric and sling techniques in the U of I Climbing Center.
Cost: $10 for U of I Students; $15 for all others.
Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Questions? Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Climbing Center - Student Recreation Center - Main Campus.
For more info visit preview.uidaho.edu. Backcountry Film Festival
Join University of Idaho Outdoor Program at the Kenworthy for the 21st Annual Backcountry Film Festival! Tickets are $12 and can be purchased ahead of time on the Kenworthy website.
Doors open at 6:30 p.m. show starts at 7 p.m.
Every winter, BCFF tours 100+ cities and mountain towns, hosted by SnowSchool sites, local retailers, grassroots recreation and conservation groups, outdoor affinity groups, and many more community organizations. As always, Outdoor Program is raising money to support our local Avalanche Centers: the Wallowa Avalanche Center and the Idaho Panhandle Avalanche Center through our famous raffle and ticket sales!
Tickets: $12 General Admission
Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Questions? esumner@uidaho.edu.
Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Kenworthy Performing Arts Center.
For more info visit www.kenworthy.org. Free Rental Friday
Rent climbing equipment like a climbing harness and climbing shoes for free.
Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Questions? Rent climbing equipment like a climbing harness and climbing shoes for free.
Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Friday, January 30, 2026.
For more info visit preview.uidaho.edu. Cross Country Ski Tour
Learn the basics of cross country skiing with a day on the UIdaho Experimental Forest. Cost includes equipment, instruction and transportation.
Sign up early to reserve your spot before Jan. 29!
Prerequisite: Pre-trip meeting at 5:30 p.m. Jan. 29, in the SRC Classroom is required before the trip.
Registration: Register at the Outdoor Program office in the Student Rec Center. Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Cost: $35 for UIdaho students, $50 for all others. Includes equipment, instruction and transportation.
University Location: Outdoor Program Lounge - Student Recreation Center - Main Campus.
Saturday, January 31, 2026.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Avalanche Rescue Fundamentals
Learn the basics of avalanche rescue with a focused day practicing skills like beacon recovery, strategic shoveling, and team rescue. Cost includes transportation, instruction, and group equipment. For all Avalanche Field Sessions participants must rent or supply their own backcountry set up. This fundamentals course takes place on Moscow Mountain, Idaho.
Pre-trip meeting at 5:30 p.m. Jan. 30, in the SRC Classroom is required prior to the field session. Sign up early to reserve your spot before the pre-trip meeting!
Cost: $95 for UI Students; $130 for all others.
Register at the Outdoor Program office in the Student Rec Center. Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Questions? Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Saturday, January 31, 2026.
Outdoor Program Lounge - Student Recreation Center - Main Campus.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Mountain Express Ski Bus
Let Outdoor Program do the driving and you focus on the skiing with our ski bus! Includes transportation and lift ticket to Lookout Pass, Idaho.
Pre-trip meeting on the Friday before at 5:30 p.m. in the SRC Classroom is required before the trip. Sign up early to reserve your spot!
Cost: $76 for UI Students; $86 for all others; $20 for ride only.
Register at the Outdoor Program office in the Student Rec Center. Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Questions? Register at the Outdoor Program office in the Student Rec Center. Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Saturday, January 31, 2026.
Outdoor Program Lounge - Student Recreation Center - Main Campus.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Full Moon Arboretum Hike
Meet at the Student Rec Center to join Outdoor Program for a full moon hike around the arboretum and enjoy some hot drinks while there. BYOM - bring your own mug for this free outdoor workshop. Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
University Location: Arboretum and Botanical Garden - Main Campus.
Monday, February 2, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Intro to Lead Climbing
Lead lead climbing skills from our staff throughout the Spring 2026 semester.
Cost: $10 for UI Students; $15 for all others.
Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Questions? Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Climbing Center - Student Recreation Center - Main Campus.
For more info visit preview.uidaho.edu. Aneroid Basin Backcountry Ski Trip
Join Outdoor Program on this classic ski hut trip! Participants must have avalanche rescue and be able to comfortably ski 'blue square' terrain. Cost includes instruction, transportation, and group equipment.
Pre-trip meeting at 5:30 p.m. Feb. 2, in the SRC Classroom is required before the trip. Sign up early to reserve your spot before February 2nd!
Cost: $75 for U of I Students; $100 for all others.
Register at the Outdoor Program office in the Student Rec Center. Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Questions? esumner@uidaho.edu.
Thursday, February 5, 2026 – Sunday, February 8, 2026.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Mountain Express Ski Bus
Let Outdoor Program do the driving and you focus on the skiing with our ski bus! Includes transportation and lift ticket to Lookout Pass, Idaho.
Pre-trip meeting on the Friday before at 5:30 p.m. in the SRC Classroom is required before the trip. Sign up early to reserve your spot!
Cost: $76 for UI Students; $86 for all others; $20 for ride only.
Register at the Outdoor Program office in the Student Rec Center. Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Questions? Register at the Outdoor Program office in the Student Rec Center. Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Saturday, February 7, 2026.
Outdoor Program Lounge - Student Recreation Center - Main Campus.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Avalanche Level 1 Course
Students must have an Avalanche Rescue before going on this course that includes two classroom sessions and a three-day field session. Cost includes group equipment and instruction (participants must provide own transportation and lodging).
For all Avalanche Field Sessions participants must rent or supply their own backcountry set up. This Avalanche Level 1 Course takes place in Silver Valley, Idaho.
Sign up early to reserve your spot before Feb. 10! Prerequisite: Pre-trip classroom sessions are at 5:30 p.m. Feb 10 and 12, in the SRC Classroom. The classroom sessions are required prior to the field session. , Registration: Register at the Outdoor Program office in the Student Rec Center. Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810. , Cost: $330 for UIdaho students, $380 for all others. Includes group equipment and instruction.
University Location: Outdoor Program Lounge - Student Recreation Center - Main Campus.
Saturday, February 14, 2026 – Monday, February 16, 2026.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Galentine's Women's Led Mountain Express Ski Bus
Let Outdoor Program do the driving and you focus on the skiing with our ski bus! Includes transportation and lift ticket to Lookout Pass, Idaho. This trip is open to all.
Pre-trip meeting at 5:30 p.m. Friday , Feb. 13, in the SRC Classroom is required before the trip. Sign up early to reserve your spot!
Cost: $76 for UI Students; $86 for all others; $20 for ride only.
Register at the Outdoor Program office in the Student Rec Center. Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Questions? Register at the Outdoor Program office in the Student Rec Center. Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Sunday, February 15, 2026.
Outdoor Program Lounge - Student Recreation Center - Main Campus.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Women's Led Cross Country Ski Tour
Enjoy a snow-filled adventure on cross-country trails on the UIdaho Experimental Forest. Cost includes equipment, instruction and transportation. This trip is open to all.
Sign up early to reserve your spot before Feb. 19! Prerequisite: Pre-trip meeting at 5:30 p.m. Feb. 19, in the SRC Classroom is required before the trip. , Registration: Register at the Outdoor Program office in the Student Rec Center. Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810. , Cost: $35 for UIdaho Students; $50 for all others.
University Location: Outdoor Program Lounge - Student Recreation Center - Main Campus.
Saturday, February 21, 2026.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Mountain Express Ski Bus
Let Outdoor Program do the driving and you focus on the skiing with our ski bus! Includes transportation and lift ticket to Lookout Pass, Idaho.
Pre-trip meeting on the Friday before at 5:30 p.m. in the SRC Classroom is required before the trip. Sign up early to reserve your spot!
Cost: $76 for UI Students; $86 for all others; $20 for ride only.
Register at the Outdoor Program office in the Student Rec Center. Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Questions? Register at the Outdoor Program office in the Student Rec Center. Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Saturday, February 21, 2026.
Outdoor Program Lounge - Student Recreation Center - Main Campus.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. National Rec Day Winter Hike
Meet at the Student Rec Center to join Outdoor Program in celebrating National Rec Day with a winter hike around the arboretum and enjoy some hot drinks while there. BYOM - bring your own mug for this free outdoor workshop. Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
University Location: Arboretum and Botanical Garden - Main Campus.
Sunday, February 22, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Aerial Arts Clinic
Drop in for a basic introduction to the craft and art of aerial dance including silks, lyric and sling techniques in the U of I Climbing Center.
Cost: $10 for U of I Students; $15 for all others.
Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Questions? Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Climbing Center - Student Recreation Center - Main Campus.
For more info visit preview.uidaho.edu. Free Rental Friday
Rent climbing equipment like a climbing harness and climbing shoes for free.
Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Questions? Rent climbing equipment like a climbing harness and climbing shoes for free.
Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Friday, February 27, 2026.
For more info visit preview.uidaho.edu. Mountain Express Ski Bus
Let Outdoor Program do the driving and you focus on the skiing with our ski bus! Includes transportation and lift ticket to Lookout Pass, Idaho.
Pre-trip meeting on the Friday before at 5:30 p.m. in the SRC Classroom is required before the trip. Sign up early to reserve your spot!
Cost: $76 for UI Students; $86 for all others; $20 for ride only.
Register at the Outdoor Program office in the Student Rec Center. Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Questions? Register at the Outdoor Program office in the Student Rec Center. Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Saturday, February 28, 2026.
Outdoor Program Lounge - Student Recreation Center - Main Campus.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. NC3 Palouse Climbing Festival
Register for Outdoor Program's all-day Spring climbing festival. First 100 registrants get swag!
Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Questions? esumner@uidaho.edu.
Saturday, March 7, 2026, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Climbing Center.
For more info visit marketplace.uidaho.edu. Intro to Lead Climbing
Lead lead climbing skills from our staff throughout the Spring 2026 semester.
Cost: $10 for UI Students; $15 for all others.
Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Questions? Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Climbing Center - Student Recreation Center - Main Campus.
For more info visit preview.uidaho.edu. Setting Party
Drop in at the U of I Climbing Center for a route setting party. Cost is free.
Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Questions? esumner@uidaho.edu.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
For more info visit preview.uidaho.edu. Avalanche Level 2 Course
Students must have an Avalanche Rescue and Avalanche Level 1 before going on this course that includes two classroom sessions, online materials and a four-day field session. Cost includes group equipment and instruction (participants must provide own transportation and lodging).
For all Avalanche Field Sessions participants must rent or supply their own backcountry set up. Location of this Avalanche Level 2 Course is TBD based on snow conditions.
Sign up early to reserve your spot before March 10! Prerequisite: Pre-trip classroom sessions are at 5:30 p.m. March 10 and 12, in the SRC Classroom. The classroom sessions are required prior to the field session. , Registration: Register at the Outdoor Program office in the Student Rec Center. Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810. , Cost: $330 for UIdaho students, $380 for all others. Includes group equipment and instruction.
University Location: Outdoor Program Lounge - Student Recreation Center - Main Campus.
Saturday, March 14, 2026 – Tuesday, March 17, 2026.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Utah Canyonlands Backpack
Explore the desert canyons and arches of southern Utah on this classic Outdoor Program trip to Grand Staircase in Escalante, Utah. Cost includes transportation and group equipment.
Pre-trip meeting at 5:30 p.m. March 9, in the SRC Classroom is required before the trip. Sign up early to reserve your spot!
Cost: $275 for UI Students; $350 for all others
Register at the Outdoor Program office in the Student Rec Center. Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Questions? Register at the Outdoor Program office in the Student Rec Center. Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Sunday, March 15, 2026 – Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Outdoor Program Lounge - Student Recreation Center - Main Campus.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Aerial Arts Clinic
Drop in for a basic introduction to the craft and art of aerial dance including silks, lyric and sling techniques in the U of I Climbing Center.
Cost: $10 for U of I Students; $15 for all others.
Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Questions? Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Climbing Center - Student Recreation Center - Main Campus.
For more info visit preview.uidaho.edu. Free Rental Friday
Rent climbing equipment like a climbing harness and climbing shoes for free.
Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Questions? Rent climbing equipment like a climbing harness and climbing shoes for free.
Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Friday, March 27, 2026.
For more info visit preview.uidaho.edu. Intro to Lead Climbing
Lead lead climbing skills from our staff throughout the Spring 2026 semester.
Cost: $10 for UI Students; $15 for all others.
Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Questions? Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Wednesday, April 1, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Climbing Center - Student Recreation Center - Main Campus.
For more info visit preview.uidaho.edu. Open Kayak Pool Session
Drop-in and practice your kayaking skills with Outdoor Program's kayak community. A great way to start your whitewater education.
Cost for all is $10, includes kayak equipment rental at the pool.
Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
University Location: Shallow Pool - Swimming Center - Main Campus.
Wednesday, April 1, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Swiftwater Rescue Training
Learn how to rescue yourself, others and equipment in swiftwater scenarios on the Potlatch River in Idaho. Cost includes equipment and SRT certification, additional $50 for drysuit rental. Training taught by Swiftwater Safety Institute.
Sign up before April 3 to reserve your spot! Prerequisite: Pre-trip classroom session at 5:30-8 p.m. April 3, in the SRC Classroom is required before the trip. , Registration: Register at the Outdoor Program office in the Student Rec Center. Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810. , Cost: $365 for all.
University Location: Outdoor Program Lounge - Student Recreation Center - Main Campus.
Saturday, April 4, 2026 – Sunday, April 5, 2026.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Open Kayak Pool Session
Drop-in and practice your kayaking skills with Outdoor Program's kayak community. A great way to start your whitewater education.
Cost for all is $10, includes kayak equipment rental at the pool.
Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
University Location: Shallow Pool - Swimming Center - Main Campus.
Wednesday, April 8, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Introduction to Backpacking
Join Outdoor Program on a trip to Kirkwood Ranch, Idaho, to learn the basic skills needed to go on your own backpacking adventures! Cost includes equipment, transportation, and instruction.
Sign up early to reserve your spot before April 8. Required pre-trip meeting: 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 8, in the SRC Classroom is required before the trip. , Registration: Register before April 8 at the Outdoor Program office in the Student Rec Center. Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810. , Cost: $65 for UIdaho Students, $85 for all others.
University Location: Outdoor Program Lounge - Student Recreation Center - Main Campus.
Saturday, April 11, 2026 – Sunday, April 12, 2026.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Open Kayak Pool Session
Drop-in and practice your kayaking skills with Outdoor Program's kayak community. A great way to start your whitewater education.
Cost for all is $10, includes kayak equipment rental at the pool.
Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
University Location: Shallow Pool - Swimming Center - Main Campus.
Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Women's Led Canyon Backpacking
Backpack and camp next to the Selway River on this women-led trip. This trip is open to all. Cost includes transportation and group equipment.
Pre-trip meeting at 5:30 p.m. April 15, in the SRC Classroom is required before the trip. Sign up before April 15th to reserve your spot!
Cost: $65 for UI Students; $85 for all others
Register at the Outdoor Program office in the Student Rec Center. Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Questions? Register at the Outdoor Program office in the Student Rec Center. Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Saturday, April 18, 2026 – Sunday, April 19, 2026.
Outdoor Program Lounge - Student Recreation Center - Main Campus.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Earth Day Arboretum Hike
Meet at the Student Rec Center to join Outdoor Program in celebrating Earth Day with a hike around the arboretum and enjoy some hot drinks while there. BYOM - bring your own mug for this free outdoor workshop. Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
University Location: Arboretum and Botanical Garden - Main Campus.
Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Open Kayak Pool Session
Drop-in and practice your kayaking skills with Outdoor Program's kayak community. A great way to start your whitewater education.
Cost for all is $10, includes kayak equipment rental at the pool.
Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
University Location: Shallow Pool - Swimming Center - Main Campus.
Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Free Rental Friday
Rent climbing equipment like a climbing harness and climbing shoes for free.
Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Questions? Rent climbing equipment like a climbing harness and climbing shoes for free.
Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Friday, April 24, 2026.
For more info visit preview.uidaho.edu.