Whitewater Rafting
Join OA as we explore the beautiful Snake River just outside of Alpine WY! We will be spending two full days on the river enjoying the sunshine, learning how to run whitewater, hitting rapids, and spending time in nature. This river has many exciting, beginner-friendly rapids, and this trip is appropriate for novice and experienced whitewater paddlers. We will be front-country camping near the river and doing two separate day trips.
This is a backcountry trip: Participants on this trip will sleep in tents and there will be no access to showers, running water, or other modern amenities. Trip leaders will teach participants how to dispose of waste properly by following Leave No Trace ethics.
What's Included in the Trip Fee: transportation, all meals while at camp (participants will be responsible for meals during transportation), Trip Leader instruction, and activity-specific gear (excludes personal clothing and footwear).
This trip is rated Class 1: Perfect for beginners with moderate athletic ability who…
Cost: $245. Ticket URL: https://my.campusrec.utah.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=444162f1-533d-44c0-b8d2-6e81bcc5fadf. Transportation / Parking: Included. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Friday, September 5, 2025 – Sunday, September 7, 2025.
For more info visit my.campusrec.utah.edu. Bouldering League
Bouldering League | 9/8-10/3 | Free
Come join our free four week long boulder league! Create your own team or join as a free agent for a friendly competition against other climbers of your ability level.
Monday nights are League Nights!!
Each week there will be new routes for your team to climb. Your team will have a week to log their sends before the next set arrives. All sends will be logged through the pebble app with a live scoreboard. Prizes will be given to the winning teams, if you have any questions please ask our staff or reach out to eli.huftalin@crs.utah.edu.
Campus Locations: Student Life Center - Eccles (GSESLC). Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Monday, September 8, 2025.
For more info visit my.campusrec.utah.edu. Backpack and Climb
Join OA to escape the Salt Lake City heat for a weekend and head to the Uinta Mountains! We will observe diverse ecosystems, camp near beautiful lakes, and sleep in tents under the stars. Backpacking is a beginner friendly sport that allows participants to see nature’s beauty in a unique and personal way. This trip will involve hiking and carrying your gear from camp to camp. This will also involve one day hiking to a climbing spot and spending the day rock climbing! Our trips are designed to give participants the building blocks to further their knowledge and skills to apply it on their own adventures. On this trip, we will learn various skills such as how to pack a backpack, rock climbing basics, climbing safety skills, how to set up camp, navigation, water purification, backcountry cooking. and Leave No Trace Ethics.
This is a backcountry trip: Our back-country trips are great for beginners or those looking to take the next step from a front-country trip. Participants will sleep in tents, and there will…
Cost: $195. Ticket URL: https://my.campusrec.utah.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=df91905a-3ebd-4ade-84ce-b7211ba9241b. Transportation / Parking: Included. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Friday, September 12, 2025 – Sunday, September 14, 2025.
For more info visit my.campusrec.utah.edu. Whitewater Rafting
Join OA as we explore the beautiful Snake River just outside of Alpine WY! We will be spending two full days on the river enjoying the sunshine, learning how to run whitewater, hitting rapids, and spending time in nature. This river has many exciting, beginner-friendly rapids, and this trip is appropriate for novice and experienced whitewater paddlers. We will be front-country camping near the river and doing two separate day trips.
This is a backcountry trip: Participants on this trip will sleep in tents and there will be no access to showers, running water, or other modern amenities. Trip leaders will teach participants how to dispose of waste properly by following Leave No Trace ethics.
What's Included in the Trip Fee: transportation, all meals while at camp (participants will be responsible for meals during transportation), Trip Leader instruction, and activity-specific gear (excludes personal clothing and footwear).
This trip is rated Class 1: Perfect for beginners with moderate athletic ability who…
Cost: $245. Ticket URL: https://my.campusrec.utah.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=444162f1-533d-44c0-b8d2-6e81bcc5fadf. Transportation / Parking: Included. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Friday, September 12, 2025 – Sunday, September 14, 2025.
For more info visit my.campusrec.utah.edu. Half Dome Challenge
Half Dome Challenge | 9/12 - 4:00pm | Free, Think you have the endurance to climb Half Dome in a day? Put it to the test during our Half Dome Challenge! Climbers will have 5.5 hours to climb 2200 feet within The Summit. All climbs will be logged on Pebble. Prizes will be given to the top three climbers with the highest elevation gain. .
Campus Locations: Student Life Center - Eccles (GSESLC). Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Friday, September 12, 2025, 4:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
For more info visit my.campusrec.utah.edu. Bouldering League
Bouldering League | 9/8-10/3 | Free
Come join our free four week long boulder league! Create your own team or join as a free agent for a friendly competition against other climbers of your ability level.
Monday nights are League Nights!!
Each week there will be new routes for your team to climb. Your team will have a week to log their sends before the next set arrives. All sends will be logged through the pebble app with a live scoreboard. Prizes will be given to the winning teams, if you have any questions please ask our staff or reach out to eli.huftalin@crs.utah.edu.
Campus Locations: Student Life Center - Eccles (GSESLC). Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Monday, September 15, 2025.
For more info visit my.campusrec.utah.edu. Trip Planning
Great adventures start with smart planning. Whether you're prepping for a weekend hike, a multi-day backpacking trip, or your first group expedition, this 2-hour clinic will give you the tools and strategies to plan outdoor adventures that are safe, efficient, and unforgettable. This interactive clinic is ideal for beginners, aspiring adventurers, or anyone looking to take the stress out of trip logistics.
Clinic participants will leave the clinic with an understanding of the following:
- How to choose a destination based on group goals, skill level, and season
- Building a realistic itinerary and estimating travel times
- Creating gear lists based on terrain and conditions
- Food and water planning for day and multi-day trips
- Understanding permits, land regulations, and Leave No Trace ethics-Identifying potential hazards and planning for contingencies-Weather considerations and emergency planning.
This clinic will take place at The Hub classroom in the Student Life Center (just outside of OA) at 6:00PM.
Event Categories: Info Sessions. Campus Locations: Student Life Center - Eccles (GSESLC). Cost: $10. Ticket URL: https://my.campusrec.utah.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=88d660d9-236c-4a0a-9546-9dd479cf170c. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Monday, September 15, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Rock Climbing
Join OA for a weekend of rock climbing at City of Rocks, just over the Utah/Idaho border. City of Rocks is a mecca of climbing, varnished and pocketed granite is the name of the game here. The granite ages with an iron-based varnish on it and when the varnish wears through, it forms pockets that wear faster than the varnish. During this trip, participants will learn the basics of outdoor rock climbing and how to front country camp. This trip is recommended for beginner to intermediate climbers. No prior experience is necessary; however, we do recommend that participants take a top-rope belay clinic at The Summit before attending in order to get the most out of this trip. No lead climbing by participants is allowed.
This is a backcountry trip: Participants on this trip will sleep in tents and there will be no access to showers, running water, or other modern amenities. Trip leaders will teach participants how to dispose of waste properly by following Leave No Trace ethics.
What's Included in the Trip Fee:…
Cost: $180. Ticket URL: https://my.campusrec.utah.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=68cad01d-a721-4d71-b63d-ce93ec693da2. Transportation / Parking: Included. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Friday, September 19, 2025 – Sunday, September 21, 2025.
For more info visit my.campusrec.utah.edu. Whitewater Rafting
Join OA for a weekend rafting a beautiful whitewater stretch of the Green River! This section starts out of Flaming Gorge Reservoir where we'll see stunning red rock formations, sandy beaches, and desert mesas. This river has many exciting, beginner-friendly rapids, and this trip is appropriate for novice and experienced whitewater paddlers. Along the way, we will learn how to read whitewater, how to carry-out a multi-day raft trip using OA's boat fleet, and what makes this section of river one of the most talked about rivers in the country. Night one, we will be camping at a front-country campsite near the put-in, and night two, we will be camping along the river at a bck-country float-in site!
This is a backcountry trip: Participants on this trip will sleep in tents and there will be no access to showers, running water, or other modern amenities. Trip leaders will teach participants how to dispose of waste properly by following Leave No Trace ethics.
What's Included in the Trip Fee: transportation, all…
Cost: $245. Ticket URL: https://my.campusrec.utah.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=0bf748b3-c821-408d-8911-f3f33c2bb8b2. Transportation / Parking: Included. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Friday, September 19, 2025 – Sunday, September 21, 2025.
For more info visit my.campusrec.utah.edu. Bouldering League
Bouldering League | 9/8-10/3 | Free
Come join our free four week long boulder league! Create your own team or join as a free agent for a friendly competition against other climbers of your ability level.
Monday nights are League Nights!!
Each week there will be new routes for your team to climb. Your team will have a week to log their sends before the next set arrives. All sends will be logged through the pebble app with a live scoreboard. Prizes will be given to the winning teams, if you have any questions please ask our staff or reach out to eli.huftalin@crs.utah.edu.
Campus Locations: Student Life Center - Eccles (GSESLC). Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Monday, September 22, 2025.
For more info visit my.campusrec.utah.edu. Intermediate Backpacking
Join OA as we embark on a multi-day backpacking trip through the peaks of Great Basin National Park where we will build onto our current backpacking skills. We will observe diverse ecosystems of one of the country’s most unique national parks, challenge ourselves with new obstacles, and sleep under the stars in a Gold tier International Dark Sky Park. This trip will involve hiking and carrying your gear from camp to camp. This trip is great for participants with prior backpacking experience who are looking to challenge themselves in a new way. This challenge could include more difficult terrain or mileage, off-trail navigation, and/or limited resources. While it is not required that participants have attended an Outdoor Adventures’ Intro to Backpacking trip previous to this, it is strongly recommended.
This is a backcountry trip: Our back-country trips are great for beginners or those looking to take the next step from a front-country trip. Participants will sleep in tents, and there will be no access to…
Cost: $185. Ticket URL: https://my.campusrec.utah.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=de993efc-f690-4e02-bf61-ace741e2957d. Transportation / Parking: Included. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Friday, September 26, 2025 – Sunday, September 28, 2025.
For more info visit my.campusrec.utah.edu. Whitewater Rafting
Join OA for a weekend rafting a beautiful whitewater stretch of the Green River! This section starts out of Flaming Gorge Reservoir where we'll see stunning red rock formations, sandy beaches, and desert mesas. This river has many exciting, beginner-friendly rapids, and this trip is appropriate for novice and experienced whitewater paddlers. Along the way, we will learn how to read whitewater, how to carry-out a multi-day raft trip using OA's boat fleet, and what makes this section of river one of the most talked about rivers in the country. Night one, we will be camping at a front-country campsite near the put-in, and night two, we will be camping along the river at a bck-country float-in site!
This is a backcountry trip: Participants on this trip will sleep in tents and there will be no access to showers, running water, or other modern amenities. Trip leaders will teach participants how to dispose of waste properly by following Leave No Trace ethics.
What's Included in the Trip Fee: transportation, all…
Cost: $245. Ticket URL: https://my.campusrec.utah.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=0bf748b3-c821-408d-8911-f3f33c2bb8b2. Transportation / Parking: Included. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Friday, September 26, 2025 – Sunday, September 28, 2025.
For more info visit my.campusrec.utah.edu. Bouldering League
Bouldering League | 9/8-10/3 | Free
Come join our free four week long boulder league! Create your own team or join as a free agent for a friendly competition against other climbers of your ability level.
Monday nights are League Nights!!
Each week there will be new routes for your team to climb. Your team will have a week to log their sends before the next set arrives. All sends will be logged through the pebble app with a live scoreboard. Prizes will be given to the winning teams, if you have any questions please ask our staff or reach out to eli.huftalin@crs.utah.edu.
Campus Locations: Student Life Center - Eccles (GSESLC). Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Monday, September 29, 2025.
For more info visit my.campusrec.utah.edu. Bike Maintenance and Repair
Learn to fix your bike, anywhere, anytime. Whether you're a daily commuter, weekend trail rider, or just dusting off your old bike, this fast-paced, hands-on clinic will give you the skills you need to handle common bike issues and keep your ride smooth and safe. In just two hours, our clinic instructors will walk you through essential maintenance techniques and quick roadside repairs—so you can ride with confidence and independence.
Clinic participants will leave the clinic with an understanding of the following:
- Know your bike: frames, components, and how they work together
- How to do a quick pre-ride safety check
-Maintenance essentials such as cleaning and lubricating your chain, adjusting brakes and gears, and checking and inflating tires properly
-Roadside repairs such as fixing a flat tire, what to carry in a basic repair kit, and diagnosing and fixing common problems on the go.
This clinic will take place at The Hub classroom in the Student Life Center (just outside of OA) at 6:00PM.
Event Categories: Info Sessions. Campus Locations: Student Life Center - Eccles (GSESLC). Cost: $15. Ticket URL: https://my.campusrec.utah.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=97810aed-970c-4c80-b109-f24640bf1353. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Monday, September 29, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Fall Break Sea Kayaking Expedition
Adventure through canyon country by sea-kayak and discover Lake Powell's most remote and awe-inspiring canyons. For Fall Break 2025, we'll paddle crystal-clear waters beneath towering red cliffs, sleep on secluded beaches, and explore narrow slot canyons accessible only by watercraft. This expedition combines world-class paddling with backcountry hiking, stargazing, and true wilderness solitude. This trip will cover the basics of front and backcountry camping and sea-kayaking, and we hope it will leave you with a new passion for the outdoors and community to explore it with!
This is a front-country and backcountry trip : Participants will spend 7 nights sleeping in tents in both a front-country (car-camping) and back-country (multi-night se-kayaking) settings. Some campsites have pit-toilets and some do not. Trip leaders will teach participants how to dispose of waste properly by following Leave No Trace ethics.
What's Included in the Trip Fee: Camping gear, sea-kayaking gear, transportation, all meals…
Cost: $575. Ticket URL: https://my.campusrec.utah.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=085ea32e-72e4-49ac-94c8-c075d4b68a5f. Transportation / Parking: Included. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Saturday, October 4, 2025 – Saturday, October 11, 2025.
For more info visit my.campusrec.utah.edu. Canyoneering
Join OA for some introductory canyoneering in the beautiful sandstone canyons of Southern Utah. North Wash is the home to some of the most beautiful, exciting canyons in the state. This trip includes deep, twisting narrows, multiple rappels, and some thrilling downclimbs. Trip cost covers gear, instruction, transportation, and equipment. Participants should be comfortable with heights and able to hike 5 miles. Our trips are designed to give participants the building blocks to further their knowledge and skills to apply it on their own adventures.
This is a front-country trip: Our front-country trips are perfect for participants who are new to recreating in the outdoors. Participants will sleep in tents with easy access to our vehicles. Most of our front-country trips camp in established campgrounds with pit-toilets but with limited access to running water. Trip leaders will teach participants how to dispose of waste properly by following Leave No Trace ethics.
What's Included in the Trip Fee: Canyoneering…
Cost: $195. Ticket URL: https://my.campusrec.utah.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=cee9eea0-e835-4494-92e8-57a1c6cec3e3. Transportation / Parking: Included. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Friday, October 17, 2025 – Sunday, October 19, 2025.
For more info visit my.campusrec.utah.edu. Raft and Climb
Join Outdoor Adventures for a classic multi-sport excursion in Moab and explore the unique beauty of the desert with us! As Southern Utah begins to warm up, it is the perfect time to float the Colorado river and climb the sandstone rocks of the desert. This trip is perfect for beginners who take part in regular moderate physical activity. Trip costs include rentals, equipment, food, instruction/skills teaching from trip leaders, transportation, and all camping gear needed for the trip. Our trips are designed to give participants the building blocks to further their knowledge and skills to apply it on their own adventures. During this trip, we will cover the basics of rock-climbing including terminology, belaying, and safety. We will also cover the basics of whitewater rafting including gear, reading whitewater features, and river safety. This trip has it all!
This is a front-country trip: Our front-country trips are perfect for participants who are new to recreating in the outdoors. Participants will sleep…
Cost: $245. Ticket URL: https://my.campusrec.utah.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=d76add2e-887f-4cce-968c-4146894b3993. Transportation / Parking: Included. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Friday, October 17, 2025 – Sunday, October 19, 2025.
For more info visit my.campusrec.utah.edu. Backcountry Navigation
Ditch the GPS. Pick up a compass. Take control of your adventure. Our Backcountry Navigation Clinic is a hands-on, field-based course designed to give you the skills and confidence to travel safely and independently in remote terrain. Whether you're looking to take a backpacking course with OA in the future or take your friends on their first backcountry trip, this clinic will sharpen your map-and-compass skills and introduce essential techniques for navigating without digital devices.
Clinic participants will leave the clinic with an understanding of the following:
- Reading and interpreting topographic maps
- Understanding contour lines, terrain features, and map scales
- How to read and use a compass, plot bearings, and triangulate your position
- Route planning for off-trail travel, including integrating GPS and digital tools responsibly- How to avoid getting lost—and what to do if you are.
This clinic will take place at The Hub classroom in the Student Life Center (just outside of OA) at 6:00PM.
Event Categories: Info Sessions. Campus Locations: Student Life Center - Eccles (GSESLC). Cost: $10. Ticket URL: https://my.campusrec.utah.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=3b67cff6-6e14-4ca7-9f02-2a96d8ddfad8. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Monday, October 20, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Backpacking
Join OA as we embark on a multi-day backpacking trip through the deserts of Southern Utah. We will observe diverse ecosystems, view petroglyphs, and sleep in tents under the stars. Backpacking is a beginner-friendly sport that allows participants to see nature’s beauty in a unique and personal way. This trip will involve hiking and carrying your gear from camp to camp. Our trips are designed to give participants the building blocks to further their knowledge and skills to apply it on their own adventures. On this trip, we will learn various skills such as how to pack a backpack, how to set up camp, navigation, water purification, backcountry cooking, and Leave No Trace Ethics.
This is a backcountry trip: Participants on this trip will sleep in tents and there will be no access to showers, running water, or other modern amenities. Trip leaders will teach participants how to dispose of waste properly by following Leave No Trace ethics.
What's Included in the Trip Fee: Backpacking gear, camping gear,…
Cost: $185. Ticket URL: https://my.campusrec.utah.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=a9683114-1b2c-4829-bf62-cc797aef3d64. Transportation / Parking: Included. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Friday, October 24, 2025 – Sunday, October 26, 2025.
For more info visit my.campusrec.utah.edu. Raft and Climb
Join Outdoor Adventures for a classic multi-sport excursion in Moab and explore the unique beauty of the desert with us! As Southern Utah begins to warm up, it is the perfect time to float the Colorado river and climb the sandstone rocks of the desert. This trip is perfect for beginners who take part in regular moderate physical activity. Trip costs include rentals, equipment, food, instruction/skills teaching from trip leaders, transportation, and all camping gear needed for the trip. Our trips are designed to give participants the building blocks to further their knowledge and skills to apply it on their own adventures. During this trip, we will cover the basics of rock-climbing including terminology, belaying, and safety. We will also cover the basics of whitewater rafting including gear, reading whitewater features, and river safety. This trip has it all!
This is a front-country trip: Our front-country trips are perfect for participants who are new to recreating in the outdoors. Participants will sleep…
Cost: $245. Ticket URL: https://my.campusrec.utah.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=d76add2e-887f-4cce-968c-4146894b3993. Transportation / Parking: Included. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Friday, October 24, 2025 – Sunday, October 26, 2025.
For more info visit my.campusrec.utah.edu. Backpacking
Join OA as we embark on a multi-day backpacking trip through the deserts of Southern Utah. We will observe diverse ecosystems, view petroglyphs, and sleep in tents under the stars. Backpacking is a beginner-friendly sport that allows participants to see nature’s beauty in a unique and personal way. This trip will involve hiking and carrying your gear from camp to camp. Our trips are designed to give participants the building blocks to further their knowledge and skills to apply it on their own adventures. On this trip, we will learn various skills such as how to pack a backpack, how to set up camp, navigation, water purification, backcountry cooking, and Leave No Trace Ethics.
This is a backcountry trip: Participants on this trip will sleep in tents and there will be no access to showers, running water, or other modern amenities. Trip leaders will teach participants how to dispose of waste properly by following Leave No Trace ethics.
What's Included in the Trip Fee: Backpacking gear, camping gear,…
Cost: $185. Ticket URL: https://my.campusrec.utah.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=a9683114-1b2c-4829-bf62-cc797aef3d64. Transportation / Parking: Included. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Friday, October 31, 2025 – Sunday, November 2, 2025.
For more info visit my.campusrec.utah.edu. Full Moon Hike
Step into the night and discover nature in a whole new light. Our Full Moon Hiking Trip offers a unique experience where we will get to explore the classic trails we know and love by moonlight. Whether you're seeking a peaceful escape or a fresh adventure, this hike is the perfect way to reconnect with nature under the stars. No headlamps needed—just the glow of the full moon lighting your way (don’t worry, we’ll be bringing headlamps just in case it’s cloudy).
This is a front country day trip: Our front-country trips are perfect for participants who are new to recreating in the outdoors. There will be limited access to running water or other modern amenities like pit toilets while on the adventure. Trip leaders will teach participants how to recreate while following Leave No Trace ethics.
What's Included in the Trip Fee: Includes transportation, some snacks, and instruction from Trip Leaders.
This trip is rated Class 1: Perfect for beginners with low to moderate athletic ability who are ready to get…
Campus Locations: Student Life Center - Eccles (GSESLC). Cost: $35. Ticket URL: https://my.campusrec.utah.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=05449a40-4dc6-45d1-ad7b-bcd35829c7cf. Transportation / Parking: Included. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Wednesday, November 5, 2025.
Canyoneering
Join OA for some introductory canyoneering in the beautiful sandstone canyons of Southern Utah. North Wash is the home to some of the most beautiful, exciting canyons in the state. This trip includes deep, twisting narrows, multiple rappels, and some thrilling downclimbs. Trip cost covers gear, instruction, transportation, and equipment. Participants should be comfortable with heights and able to hike 5 miles. Our trips are designed to give participants the building blocks to further their knowledge and skills to apply it on their own adventures.
This is a front-country trip: Our front-country trips are perfect for participants who are new to recreating in the outdoors. Participants will sleep in tents with easy access to our vehicles. Most of our front-country trips camp in established campgrounds with pit-toilets but with limited access to running water. Trip leaders will teach participants how to dispose of waste properly by following Leave No Trace ethics.
What's Included in the Trip Fee: Canyoneering…
Cost: $195. Ticket URL: https://my.campusrec.utah.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=cee9eea0-e835-4494-92e8-57a1c6cec3e3. Transportation / Parking: Included. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Friday, November 7, 2025 – Sunday, November 9, 2025.
For more info visit my.campusrec.utah.edu. Rock Climbing
Join OA on a climbing adventure in St. George. Enjoy the red rocks, open skies, and desert vibes. We will enjoy diverse climbs, eat delicious food, and sleep in tents under the wide-open sky! This trip is great for beginners who take part in regular moderate physical activity and want to explore outdoor climbing. During this trip, participants will learn the basics of outdoor rock climbing and how to front country camp. This trip is recommended for beginner to intermediate climbers. No prior experience is necessary; however, we do recommend that participants take a top-rope belay clinic at The Summit before attending in order to get the most out of this trip. No lead climbing by participants is allowed.
This is a front-country trip: Our front-country trips are perfect for participants who are new to recreating in the outdoors. Participants will sleep in tents with easy access to our vehicles. Most of our front-country trips camp in established campgrounds with pit-toilets but with limited access to running…
Ticket URL: https://my.campusrec.utah.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=2a9320ea-d441-447d-85e3-4a17619a3b27. Transportation / Parking: Included. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Friday, November 7, 2025 – Sunday, November 9, 2025.
For more info visit my.campusrec.utah.edu. Backcountry Cooking
Doesn't food always taste better when you are outside? We think so! Come join us for a clinic on how to make tasty meals in an outdoor setting. We'll go over the basics of Dutch oven, camp stove, and fire cooking all with an emphasis on safety. Arrive with an appetite as we'll be making a meal during the class!
Clinic participants will leave the clinic with an understanding of the following:
-The basics of meal planning for both frontcountry and backcountry trips
-Correctly choosing a stove for specific outdoor situations-Special considerations of cooking in cold, hot, or windy conditions
-Safety precautions for backcountry cooking-How to prepare a meal in both frontcountry and backcountry settings
-Tips and tricks to make the entire process easier and quicker.
This clinic will take place at The Hub classroom in the Student Life Center (just outside of OA) at 6:00PM.
Event Categories: Info Sessions. Campus Locations: Student Life Center - Eccles (GSESLC). Cost: $15. Ticket URL: https://my.campusrec.utah.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=f2ba9cba-6213-4a5d-a36e-4bed559fc6ab. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Monday, November 10, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Backpacking
Join OA as we embark on a multi-day backpacking trip through the deserts of Southern Utah. We will observe diverse ecosystems, view petroglyphs, and sleep in tents under the stars. Backpacking is a beginner-friendly sport that allows participants to see nature’s beauty in a unique and personal way. This trip will involve hiking and carrying your gear from camp to camp. Our trips are designed to give participants the building blocks to further their knowledge and skills to apply it on their own adventures. On this trip, we will learn various skills such as how to pack a backpack, how to set up camp, navigation, water purification, backcountry cooking, and Leave No Trace Ethics.
This is a backcountry trip: Participants on this trip will sleep in tents and there will be no access to showers, running water, or other modern amenities. Trip leaders will teach participants how to dispose of waste properly by following Leave No Trace ethics.
What's Included in the Trip Fee: Backpacking gear, camping gear,…
Cost: $185. Ticket URL: https://my.campusrec.utah.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=a9683114-1b2c-4829-bf62-cc797aef3d64. Transportation / Parking: Included. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Friday, November 14, 2025 – Sunday, November 16, 2025.
For more info visit my.campusrec.utah.edu. Backpacking
Join OA as we embark on a multi-day backpacking trip through the deserts of Southern Utah. We will observe diverse ecosystems, view petroglyphs, and sleep in tents under the stars. Backpacking is a beginner-friendly sport that allows participants to see nature’s beauty in a unique and personal way. This trip will involve hiking and carrying your gear from camp to camp. Our trips are designed to give participants the building blocks to further their knowledge and skills to apply it on their own adventures. On this trip, we will learn various skills such as how to pack a backpack, how to set up camp, navigation, water purification, backcountry cooking, and Leave No Trace Ethics.
This is a backcountry trip: Participants on this trip will sleep in tents and there will be no access to showers, running water, or other modern amenities. Trip leaders will teach participants how to dispose of waste properly by following Leave No Trace ethics.
What's Included in the Trip Fee: Backpacking gear, camping gear,…
Cost: $185. Ticket URL: https://my.campusrec.utah.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=a9683114-1b2c-4829-bf62-cc797aef3d64. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Friday, November 14, 2025 – Sunday, November 16, 2025.
For more info visit my.campusrec.utah.edu.