UNI Outdoors Fall 2012 Brochure

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Date Sign-Up Deadline Trip Type Location Cost Per Person Spots

g. 31-Sept. 3 Aug. 29 Backpacking Colorado 14ers, CO $120 12

Sept. 13-16 Sept. 11 Rock Climbing Shovel Point, MN $80 11

Sept. 22-23 Sept. 18 Womens Climbing Trip Mississippi Palisades State Park, IA $30 12

Sept. 27-30 Sept. 25 Canoeing Current River, MO $90 12

Oct. 4-7 Oct. 1 Backpacking Pictured Rocks, MI $90 10

Oct. 11-14 Oct. 9 Rock Climbing Horseshoe Canyon Ranch. AR $95 11

Oct. 27-28 Oct. 23 Backpacking Yellow River State Forest, IA $40 12

Nov. 3 & 4 Nov. 2 Canoeing Iowa River $20 12

Nov. 16-25 Nov. 9 Backpacking Grand Canyon, AZ - Havasupai $600 12

Nov. 16-25 Nov. 10 Backpacking Gila Wilderness $500 11

Jan. 2-8 Dec. 3 Skiing / Snowboarding Colorado $550 10

May 2013 TBA Adventure Scotland $1000 + Airare 10

Most trips are lled beore the pre-trip meeting! Be sure to register early to guarantee yoursel a spot! All pre-trip meetings are held in WRC 174.

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Meet Your Fearless Leaders

Adventure TripsALI JARRAD JACK

ANDY MARTIN

Outdoor Recreation Coordinat

JASONHOUSTON ANDY S. JUSTIN

Rock ClimbingLocation: Shovel Point, MNDates: September 13-16Pre-trip Meeting: September 11 @ 5pmCost: Student $80, University $95, Guest $100

Stand atop the north shore o Lake Superior and listen to the waves cras150 eet below. Rappel and climb in a staggering outdoor location that iunlike any o our other climbing destinations. We will camp at Tettegou

State Park and spend two days climbing. *Thursday aternoon departur

Backpackingocation: Pictured Rocks, MIates: October 4-7re-trip Meeting: October 1 @ 5pmost: Student $90, University $95, Guest $120

andstone clis, beaches, sand dunes, wateralls, lake, orest, and shorelineeckon you to visit Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. The lakeshore hugsake Superior and rewards hikers with exhilarating views and opportunitiesor personal challenge. Lake Superior is the largest, deepest, coldest, and

most pristine o all the Great Lakes. All skill levels welcome.Thursday aternoon departure.

Womens Climbing TripLocation: Mississippi Palisades State Park, IADates: September 22-23Pre-Trip Meeting: September 18 @ 4pmCost: Student $30, University $35, Guest $45

Want to try climbing outside without buying your own gear? The all-woens climbing trip is a wonderul introduction to outdoor climbing! Comus on an outing to the Mississippi Palisades in Northwestern Illinois, climbeautiul limestone blus overlooking the Mississippi River at one o its

est points. We will be camping Friday night and climbing all day SaturdNo experience necessary - all gear will be provided.

he sta o UNI OUTDOORS is dedicated to making all programs enjoyable, sae, andnvironmentally riendly or all adventure trip participants. We strive to educate our ellowtudents on the importance o being a positive steward o the natural environment.

Canoeingocation: Current River , MOates: September 27-30re-trip Meeting: September 25 @ 5pmost: Student $90, University $95, Guest $105

ome and join us or a long weekend as we explore the Current River, Mis-ouris largest spring ed river that lies in the heart o the Ozarks. We wille canoeing nearly 30 miles o crystal clear easy-moving water, exploring

pring ed caves (by canoe and by oot), and snorkeling in some o the bestprings Missouri has to oer. UNI Outdoors will provide all o the canoeingnd camping gear; all you need is personal gear and your sense o adventure!Thursday aternoon departure.

Rock ClimbingLocation: Horseshoe Canyon Ranch, ARDates: October 11-14Pre-Trip Meeting: October 9 @ 5pmCost: Student $95, University $105,Guest $115

Come with us to the one-o-a-kindHorseshoe Canyon Ranch, nestledin the beautiul Ozark Mountains oNorthern Arkansas. Horseshoe Canyonhas over 300 routes along with someworld class bouldering; this areahas even been eatured in climb-ing magazines and videos. All skilllevels welcome. *Thursday aternoondeparture.

Backpackingocation: Colorado 14ers, COates: August 31-September 3re-Trip Meeting: August 29 @ 5pmost: Student $120, University $130, Guest $140

ave you ever been on top o a real mountain? Leave Iowa behind and getbove 14,000 t on our Colorado 14ers trip. The Colorado peaks oer stunning

60 views o the surrounding landscapes, mountains, and valleys. Join ushis Labor Day weekend or one o our coolest adventures in such a spectacu-ar setting. Good physical condition is recommended.


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Canoeingocation: Iowa Riverates: November 3 & 4*2 separate tripsost: Student $20, University $25, Guest $30

pend the day paddling the wild and scenic Iowa River via canoe. Duringhis 8-ish mile excursion you will experience some o the most breathtakingcenery this region o the state has to oer, and its right under your nose!ou provide the company; well supply the gear. Please come prepared withlunch.

BackpackingLocation: Yellow River State Forest, IADates: October 27-28Pre-trip Meeting: October 23 @ 5pmCost: Student $40, University $45, Guest $50

Take an introductory backpacking trip, Iowa style! Come enjoy the allweather during this weekend adventure. This trip is great or beginnersas the terrain is moderate. No experience is necessary. As a bonus, UNIOutdoors will provide pumpkins or a carving contest!

Backpackingocation: Gila Wildernessates: November 16-25re-trip Meeting: November 5 @ 5pmost: Student $500, University $550, Guest $600

ome hike over 20 miles o the oldest wilderness area in the United States.

ocated in Southwest New Mexico, the Gila wilderness is home to cli dwell-ngs, hot-springs, geological wonders, and wildlie. We will start our trip

with a crawling tour o Carlsbad Caverns, spend the night in the GuadalupeMountains o west Texas, and then spend the next our days on the trail. No

xperience necessary.

Scotland Adventureocation: Scotlandates: May 2013re-trip Meeting: TBAost: Student $1000, University $1100, Guest $1200 + Airare

iscover the spectacular landscape o Scotland via the West Highland Way, a5 mile ootpath opened in 1980 as the rst ocial long-distance ootpath

n the British country o Scotland. Towering mountains, tranquil lochs, andushing rivers combine to reward you with a unique and ever changingandscape. We will enjoy the Ways middle and Northern sections, culmi-ating in the quaint town o Fort William, nestled under Britains highesteak, Ben Nevis. During our journey, we will be hiking Scottish style buttilizing a pack service which allows you to enjoy the majestic countryside

with only a day pack. In Fort William, you can enjoy the local shops, let youreet heal, or take a day bus ride to explore a historic castle. Perhaps you will

want to head to Loch Ness in the hopes o seeing the monster! The option yours. The University o Minnesota will make up the other hal the group.

rice includes: Lodging accommodations, pack carrying service, permits, etc.irare, meals, luggage ees, and local transers not included.

Skiing / Snowboarding Winter BreakLocation: Winter Park, CODates: January 2-8Pre-Trip Meeting: December 3 @ 5pmCost: Students $550*, University $575, Guest $600*Sign-up by October 15 and receive a $25 discount!

Break into the New Year by skiing at one o Colorados most popular skiresorts. Winter Park Ski Resort oers ski routes or all abilities. From thereshly groomed trails to the double black diamonds, Winter Park will suyour interests. Come challenge yoursel to some o the best slopes Colo

has to oer. This adventure includes transportation, 5 nights condo lodgand a 4 day lit ticket. Ski rentals and meals not included. Co-op with MTennessee State University.

BackpackingLocation: Grand Canyon, AZ HavasupaiDates: November 16-25Pre-Trip Meeting: November 7 @ 5pmCost: Student $600, University $625, Guest $675*Receive $25 discount i you pay in ull by October 1

Investigate the riches o the Grand Canyons western edge. Spend 3nights 4 days backpacking around magnicent canyons, spectacularwateralls and views worthy o a postcard. Although Havasupai is nlocated in the Grand Canyon National Park, we will be spending timeexploring National Parks: Grand Canyon, Canyonlands, and Arches. Nexperience necessary.


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Free Clinicsegister in WRC 174

Date Clinic Cost Time Location

Sept. 11 Thanksgiving Break Trips Preview FREE 7 PM-8 PM Union

Sept. 20 180 degrees S FREE 7 PM-9 PM Union

Oct. 19 Mystery Outdoor Film FREE 7 PM-9 PM Union

Oct. 23 Scotland Trip Sneak Peak FREE 7 PM-9 PM Union

Outdoor Knowledge Clinicsll participants need to reserve their spot 24 hours prior to clinic date. Be sure to register early!

Date Clinic Cost Time Location

Aug. 27 Beginning Climbing Technique $5 6 PM-7 PM WRC 174

Sept. 4 Fix-a-fat $15 5 PM-7 PM WRC 174

Sept. 10 Intermediate Climbing Technique $5 6 PM-7 PM WRC 174

Sept. 12 Outdoor Trip Planning $5 5 PM-6 PM WRC 174

Sept. 18 Fix-a-fat $15 5 PM-7 PM WRC 174

Sept. 24 Advanced Climbing $5 6 PM-7 PM WRC 174

Oct. 2 Bike Tuning Basics $10 5 PM-7 PM WRC 174

Oct. 18 Climbing Goal Assessment $5 6 PM-7 PM WRC 174

Nov. 4 Backcountry Cooking $10 5 PM-7 PM WRC 174

Detailed information about each clinic can be viewed via the UNI Outdoor Website and Facebook page.

rip/Clinic Registration

rip registrations take place in the UNI Outdoors oce, WRC 174, during oce hours. Tripsre open on a rst-come, rst-served basis. Trip equipment and transportation are provided,nless otherwise indicated. Call 273-7163 i you have any questions or need additional

normation. A $25 processing ee is charged or all cancellations. All inormational meetingsake place in WRC 174.

NI Outdoors Coordinator: Andrew Martin

he goal o UNI Outdoors is to provide outdoor and educational opportunities to theollegiate community. With recreational climbing, equipment rental, a resource library,dventure trips, and skills clinics, we hope to provide something or everyone.

etting Involved

tudents interested in trips or becoming more involved in our program should contact UNIutdoors at 273-7163. Very little, i any, previous experience is necessary or our outdoor

ecreation trips/programs. Anyone can enjoy the great outdoors and should take advantage this outdoor resource. Let UNI Outdoors help you with your outdoor needs. Additionalontact inormation: [email protected] [email protected].

o-Op

NI Outdoors is working with other university programs oering o-campus outings tohe campus community. Our goal is to expand our horizons in the outdoors and experiencedventure with other university groups. I you are interested in these or other adventures,sit the UNI Outdoors oce in WRC 174.

Ethics

Although our outdoor experiences are recreational, each one will become a learningexperience or beginners as well as or experienced individuals. While enjoying ourselvand learning about the outdoors, we should always strive to minimize our impact on t

environment as much as possible. Ater all, we are the visitors.The Common Adventurer Philosophy

All outdoor trips are based on the Common Adventurer philosophy which holds thatthe oremost goal o any common adventure is to achieve an enjoyable and worthwhilexperience while displaying the greatest respect or the natural environment. The comadventurer, due to the varying degrees o ability o each participant, can best achieve tgoal by becoming par t o a common group eort. In the spirit o this eor t, all decisioare consensus group decisions and leaders emerge as situations arise. Thus, one can setrip coordinator is a well-chosen title. Trip coordinators coordinate, they do not commthe group leads.

Indoor Climbing Wall

One o the most popular eatures available to the UNI community is the climbing wallhoused in the Wellness/Recreation Center. This is one o the largest indoor climbing wa

in Iowa. Standing at 38.5 eet, this structure oers almost 3,000 square eet o climbinon 11 dierent ropes. There is also a bouldering section. The wall provides opportunitydeveloping tness, strength, condence, and climbing skills.

UNI Outdoors Ofce Hours: Monday & Friday: 9AM-5PM | Tuesday-Thursday: 12PM-5PMFall Climbing Wall Hours: Mon-Thurs: 4 PM-10 PM | Friday: 4 PM-8 PM | Saturday: 1 PM-5 PM | Sunday: 7 PM-10 PM

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Belay ClinicsDates: 2nd & 4th Mon and 1st & 3rd Tues o every monthTime: 6 PM-9 PMLocation: WRC 174Cost: University $15, Guest $25

Learn the basics o c limbing gear, saety, and belaying onclimbing wall. This hands-on clinic is designed to teach everything you need to know to become belay certied oUNI climbing wall. Along with proper belaying techniqueclinic covers the use o knots, belay devices, and other sa

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I there is an accommodation you need in order to participate in a WRS program or activity, please contact WRC 101 at 273-6275.

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UNI Outdoors Fall 2012 Brochure