Outdoor Adventure Summer Trip: Big Cottonwood Climbing
Join OA on a day long climbing adventure in Big Cottonwood Canyon! Enjoy the dramatic rocks, open skies, and views of the canyon. We will enjoy diverse climbs, enjoy a yummy lunch together, and learn outdoor climbing safety skills! This trip is great for beginners who take part in regular moderate physical activity and want to explore outdoor climbing. Trip costs include climbing rentals, equipment, food, transportation, and all 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.This is a front-country trip: Our front-country trips are perfect for participants who are new to recreating in the outdoors.What's Included in the Trip Fee: Climbing gear, transportation, lunch and some snacks, Trip Leader instruction, and other activity-specific gear (excludes personal clothing).This trip is rated Class 1: Perfect for beginners with low to moderate athletic ability who are ready to get outside and learn t…
Cost: $75.00. Ticket URL: https://my.campusrec.utah.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=4b511d06-1823-4563-a1b3-3a59c2adf723. Transportation / Parking: Included. Contact Name: Outdoor Adventures Rental SHop. Contact Phone: (801) 581-8516. Contact Email: ashley.fox@crs.utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Saturday, May 24, 2025, 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
For more info visit my.campusrec.utah.edu. Outdoor Adventure Summer Trip: Silverlake Hike and Swim
Come spend the day with us exploring one of Utah’s gems—Silver Lake. This hike is the perfect mix of adventure and relaxation, with just the right amount of challenge to keep things interesting. The 4.5-mile out-and-back trail winds through shady forests and open meadows, with mountain views that make every step worth it. It’s a great way for students to get outside, connect with each other, and enjoy some fresh alpine air. And the best part? It all leads to a beautiful, clear lake where we’ll have the opportunity to kick off our shoes, eat lunch, and go for a swim in the refreshing water. Trip costs include food, transportation, and other 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.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 t…
Cost: $35. Ticket URL: https://my.campusrec.utah.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=f345eb96-7b99-44bb-adc9-dba41afd9d08. Transportation / Parking: Included. Contact Name: Ashley Fox. Contact Phone: 8015818516. Contact Email: ashley.fox@crs.utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Saturday, June 14, 2025, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Outdoor Adventures Summer Trip: Uintas Backpack and Climb
oin 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 be…
Cost: $185. Ticket URL: https://my.campusrec.utah.edu/program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=df91905a-3ebd-4ade-84ce-b7211ba9241b. Transportation / Parking: Included. Contact Name: Ashley Fox. Contact Phone: 8015818516. Contact Email: ashley.fox@crs.utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Friday, June 20, 2025, 9:00 AM – Sunday, June 22, 2025, 8:00 PM.
Outdoor Adventure Summer Trip: Big Cottonwood Climbing
Join OA on a day long climbing adventure in Big Cottonwood Canyon! Enjoy the dramatic rocks, open skies, and views of the canyon. We will enjoy diverse climbs, enjoy a yummy lunch together, and learn outdoor climbing safety skills! This trip is great for beginners who take part in regular moderate physical activity and want to explore outdoor climbing. Trip costs include climbing rentals, equipment, food, transportation, and all 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.This is a front-country trip: Our front-country trips are perfect for participants who are new to recreating in the outdoors.What's Included in the Trip Fee: Climbing gear, transportation, lunch and some snacks, Trip Leader instruction, and other activity-specific gear (excludes personal clothing).This trip is rated Class 1: Perfect for beginners with low to moderate athletic ability who are ready to get outside and learn t…
Cost: $75.00. Ticket URL: https://my.campusrec.utah.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=4b511d06-1823-4563-a1b3-3a59c2adf723. Transportation / Parking: Included. Contact Name: Outdoor Adventures Rental SHop. Contact Phone: (801) 581-8516. Contact Email: ashley.fox@crs.utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Saturday, July 12, 2025, 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
For more info visit my.campusrec.utah.edu. Outdoor Adventure Summer Trip: Afternoon Stand-Up Paddleboarding
Join OA for an afternoon of fun in the sun – while also learning how to stand-up paddleboard (SUP)! SUPing is a fun, low-consequence activity that is perfect for a toasty summer day. No experience is necessary, and our trip leaders will teach you all of the basics. Our Outdoor Equipment Rental shop rents out both inflatable and hard SUPs, so take the skills you learn on this trip and have the confidence to go out on your own! This is a front-country trip: Our front-country trips are perfect for participants who are new to recreating in the outdoors .What's Included in the Trip Fee: SUPs, PFDs, transportation, Trip Leader instruction, and other activity-specific gear (excludes personal clothing). Some snacks will be provided on this trip, and we will make a stop on the way home for some ice cream. Feel free to bring extra snacks if you wish. This trip is rated Class 1: Perfect for beginners with low to moderate athletic ability who are ready to get outside and learn the basics.
Alternate Location: Outdoor Adventures. Cost: $45. Ticket URL: https://my.campusrec.utah.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=55bd2392-fc47-4eef-9f1b-79c62c33ad2f. Contact Name: Outdoor Adventures Rental Shop. Contact Phone: 801.581.8516. Contact Email: ashley.fox@crs.utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Saturday, July 19, 2025, 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Outdoor Adventures Summer Trip: Weber River Rafting
Spend the day rafting the scenic Weber River - an easy going adventure combining sunshine, splashes, and lots of fun. This trip is perfect for anyone looking to float through a few rapids, swim in calm pools, and kick back with a fun crew of new faces. Along the way, we’ll stop to swim, snack, and hang out on the riverbanks. No experience needed. Whether you're ready to paddle hard or just along for the ride, this day trip is all about good vibes and river time to beat the heat. Trip costs include rafting rentals, equipment, food, transportation, and all 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.This is a front-country trip: Our front-country trips are perfect for participants who are new to recreating in the outdoors.What's Included in the Trip Fee: Rafting gear, transportation, a lunch and some river snacks, Trip Leader instruction, and other activity-specific gear (excludes personal clo…
Cost: $85. Ticket URL: https://my.campusrec.utah.edu/program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=956f2a25-0f52-407f-9b1d-658d4c66c273. Transportation / Parking: Included. Contact Name: Ashley Fox. Contact Phone: 8015818516. Contact Email: ashley.fox@crs.utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Saturday, July 26, 2025, 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
For more info visit my.campusrec.utah.edu.