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Aug. 31-Sept. 3 Sept. 13-16 Sept. 22-23 Sept. 27-30 Oct. 4-7 Oct. 11-14 Oct. 27-28 Nov. 3 & 4 Nov. 16-25 Nov. 16-25 Jan. 2-8 May 2013

Sign-Up Deadline
Aug. 29 Sept. 11 Sept. 18 Sept. 25 Oct. 1 Oct. 9 Oct. 23 Nov. 2 Nov. 9 Nov. 10 Dec. 3 TBA

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Trip Type
Backpacking Rock Climbing Womens Climbing Trip Canoeing Backpacking Rock Climbing Backpacking Canoeing Backpacking Backpacking Skiing / Snowboarding Adventure

Location
Colorado 14ers, CO Shovel Point, MN Mississippi Palisades State Park, IA Current River, MO Pictured Rocks, MI Horseshoe Canyon Ranch. AR Yellow River State Forest, IA Iowa River Grand Canyon, AZ - Havasupai Gila Wilderness Colorado Scotland

Cost Per Person

$120 $80 $30 $90 $90 $95 $40 $20 $600 $500 $550 $1000 + Airfare

Spots Open
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Most trips are filled before the pre-trip meeting! Be sure to register early to guarantee yourself a spot! All pre-trip meetings are held in WRC 174.

The staff of UNI OUTDOORS is dedicated to making all programs enjoyable, safe, and environmentally friendly for all adventure trip participants. We strive to educate our fellow students on the importance of being a positive steward of the natural environment.

Meet Your Fearless Leaders

ANDY MARTIN Outdoor Recreation Coordinator

Adventure Trips
Backpacking

ALI

HOUSTON

JARRAD

JACK

JASON

ANDY S.

JUSTIN

Rock Climbing

Location: Colorado 14ers, CO Dates: August 31-September 3 Pre-Trip Meeting: August 29 @ 5pm Cost: Student $120, University $130, Guest $140 Have you ever been on top of a real mountain? Leave Iowa behind and get above 14,000 ft on our Colorado 14ers trip. The Colorado peaks offer stunning 360 views of the surrounding landscapes, mountains, and valleys. Join us this Labor Day weekend for one of our coolest adventures in such a spectacular setting. Good physical condition is recommended.

Location: Shovel Point, MN Dates: September 13-16 Pre-trip Meeting: September 11 @ 5pm Cost: Student $80, University $95, Guest $100 Stand atop the north shore of Lake Superior and listen to the waves crashing 150 feet below. Rappel and climb in a staggering outdoor location that is unlike any of our other climbing destinations. We will camp at Tettegouche State Park and spend two days climbing. *Thursday afternoon departure.

Canoeing

Womens Climbing Trip

Location: Current River , MO Dates: September 27-30 Pre-trip Meeting: September 25 @ 5pm Cost: Student $90, University $95, Guest $105 Come and join us for a long weekend as we explore the Current River, Missouris largest spring fed river that lies in the heart of the Ozarks. We will be canoeing nearly 30 miles of crystal clear easy-moving water, exploring spring fed caves (by canoe and by foot), and snorkeling in some of the best springs Missouri has to offer. UNI Outdoors will provide all of the canoeing and camping gear; all you need is personal gear and your sense of adventure! *Thursday afternoon departure.

Location: Mississippi Palisades State Park, IA Dates: September 22-23 Pre-Trip Meeting: September 18 @ 4pm Cost: Student $30, University $35, Guest $45 Want to try climbing outside without buying your own gear? The all-womens climbing trip is a wonderful introduction to outdoor climbing! Come join us on an outing to the Mississippi Palisades in Northwestern Illinois, climbing beautiful limestone bluffs overlooking the Mississippi River at one of its widest points. We will be camping Friday night and climbing all day Saturday! No experience necessary - all gear will be provided.

Rock Climbing

Backpacking

Location: Pictured Rocks, MI Dates: October 4-7 Pre-trip Meeting: October 1 @ 5pm Cost: Student $90, University $95, Guest $120 Sandstone cliffs, beaches, sand dunes, waterfalls, lake, forest, and shoreline beckon you to visit Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. The lakeshore hugs Lake Superior and rewards hikers with exhilarating views and opportunities for personal challenge. Lake Superior is the largest, deepest, coldest, and most pristine of all the Great Lakes. All skill levels welcome. *Thursday afternoon departure.

Location: Horseshoe Canyon Ranch, AR Dates: October 11-14 Pre-Trip Meeting: October 9 @ 5pm Cost: Student $95, University $105, Guest $115 Come with us to the one-of-a-kind Horseshoe Canyon Ranch, nestled in the beautiful Ozark Mountains of Northern Arkansas. Horseshoe Canyon has over 300 routes along with some world class bouldering; this area has even been featured in climbing magazines and videos. All skill levels welcome. *Thursday afternoon departure.

Backpacking

Location: Yellow River State Forest, IA Dates: October 27-28 Pre-trip Meeting: October 23 @ 5pm Cost: Student $40, University $45, Guest $50 Take an introductory backpacking trip, Iowa style! Come enjoy the fall weather during this weekend adventure. This trip is great for beginners as the terrain is moderate. No experience is necessary. As a bonus, UNI Outdoors will provide pumpkins for a carving contest!

Canoeing

Location: Iowa River Dates: November 3 & 4* *2 separate trips Cost: Student $20, University $25, Guest $30 Spend the day paddling the wild and scenic Iowa River via canoe. During this 8-ish mile excursion you will experience some of the most breathtaking scenery this region of the state has to offer, and its right under your nose! You provide the company; well supply the gear. Please come prepared with a lunch.

Backpacking

Backpacking

Location: Gila Wilderness Dates: November 16-25 Pre-trip Meeting: November 5 @ 5pm Cost: Student $500, University $550, Guest $600 Come hike over 20 miles of the oldest wilderness area in the United States. Located in Southwest New Mexico, the Gila wilderness is home to cliff dwellings, hot-springs, geological wonders, and wildlife. We will start our trip with a crawling tour of Carlsbad Caverns, spend the night in the Guadalupe Mountains of west Texas, and then spend the next four days on the trail. No experience necessary.

Location: Grand Canyon, AZ Havasupai Dates: November 16-25 Pre-Trip Meeting: November 7 @ 5pm Cost: Student $600, University $625, Guest $675 *Receive $25 discount if you pay in full by October 1 Investigate the riches of the Grand Canyons western edge. Spend 3 nights 4 days backpacking around magnificent canyons, spectacular waterfalls and views worthy of a postcard. Although Havasupai is not located in the Grand Canyon National Park, we will be spending time exploring National Parks: Grand Canyon, Canyonlands, and Arches. No experience necessary.

Skiing / Snowboarding Winter Break

Scotland Adventure

Location: Scotland Dates: May 2013 Pre-trip Meeting: TBA Cost: Student $1000, University $1100, Guest $1200 + Airfare Discover the spectacular landscape of Scotland via the West Highland Way, a 95 mile footpath opened in 1980 as the first official long-distance footpath in the British country of Scotland. Towering mountains, tranquil lochs, and rushing rivers combine to reward you with a unique and ever changing landscape. We will enjoy the Ways middle and Northern sections, culminating in the quaint town of Fort William, nestled under Britains highest peak, Ben Nevis. During our journey, we will be hiking Scottish style but utilizing 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 your feet heal, or take a day bus ride to explore a historic castle. Perhaps you will want to head to Loch Ness in the hopes of seeing the monster! The option is yours. The University of Minnesota will make up the other half the group. Price includes: Lodging accommodations, pack carrying service, permits, etc. Airfare, meals, luggage fees, and local transfers not included.

Location: Winter Park, CO Dates: January 2-8 Pre-Trip Meeting: December 3 @ 5pm Cost: 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 of Colorados most popular ski resorts. Winter Park Ski Resort offers ski routes for all abilities. From the freshly groomed trails to the double black diamonds, Winter Park will suit your interests. Come challenge yourself to some of the best slopes Colorado has to offer. This adventure includes transportation, 5 nights condo lodging and a 4 day lift ticket. Ski rentals and meals not included. Co-op with Middle Tennessee State University.

Free Clinics
Register in WRC 174
Date Sept. 11 Sept. 20 Oct. 19 Oct. 23 Clinic Thanksgiving Break Trips Preview 180 degrees S Mystery Outdoor Film Scotland Trip Sneak Peak Cost FREE FREE FREE FREE Time 7 PM-8 PM 7 PM-9 PM 7 PM-9 PM 7 PM-9 PM Location Union Union Union Union

Outdoor Knowledge Clinics

Date Aug. 27 Sept. 4 Sept. 10 Sept. 12 Sept. 18 Sept. 24 Oct. 2 Oct. 18 Nov. 4 Clinic Beginning Climbing Technique Fix-a-flat Intermediate Climbing Technique Outdoor Trip Planning Fix-a-flat Advanced Climbing Bike Tuning Basics Climbing Goal Assessment Backcountry Cooking

All participants need to reserve their spot 24 hours prior to clinic date. Be sure to register early!
Cost $5 $15 $5 $5 $15 $5 $10 $5 $10 Time 6 PM-7 PM 5 PM-7 PM 6 PM-7 PM 5 PM-6 PM 5 PM-7 PM 6 PM-7 PM 5 PM-7 PM 6 PM-7 PM 5 PM-7 PM Location WRC 174 WRC 174 WRC 174 WRC 174 WRC 174 WRC 174 WRC 174 WRC 174 WRC 174

Regular Clinics
Belay Clinics
Dates: 2nd & 4th Mon and 1st & 3rd Tues of every month Time: 6 PM-9 PM Location: WRC 174 Cost: University $15, Guest $25 Learn the basics of climbing gear, safety, and belaying on UNIs climbing wall. This hands-on clinic is designed to teach you everything you need to know to become belay certified on the UNI climbing wall. Along with proper belaying techniques, this clinic covers the use of knots, belay devices, and other safety equipment.

*Detailed information about each clinic can be viewed via the UNI Outdoor Website and Facebook page.
UNI Outdoors Office Hours: Monday & Friday: 9AM-5PM | Tuesday-Thursday: 12PM-5PM Fall Climbing Wall Hours: Mon-Thurs: 4 PM-10 PM | Friday: 4 PM-8 PM | Saturday: 1 PM-5 PM | Sunday: 7 PM-10 PM
Trip/Clinic Registration Ethics Trip registrations take place in the UNI Outdoors office, WRC 174, during office hours. Trips Although our outdoor experiences are recreational, each one will become a learning are open on a first-come, first-served basis. Trip equipment and transportation are provided, experience for beginners as well as for experienced individuals. While enjoying ourselves unless otherwise indicated. Call 273-7163 if you have any questions or need additional and learning about the outdoors, we should always strive to minimize our impact on the information. A $25 processing fee is charged for all cancellations. All informational meetings environment as much as possible. After all, we are the visitors. take place in WRC 174. The Common Adventurer Philosophy UNI Outdoors Coordinator: Andrew Martin All outdoor trips are based on the Common Adventurer philosophy which holds that The goal of UNI Outdoors is to provide outdoor and educational opportunities to the the foremost goal of any common adventure is to achieve an enjoyable and worthwhile collegiate community. With recreational climbing, equipment rental, a resource library, experience while displaying the greatest respect for the natural environment. The common adventure trips, and skills clinics, we hope to provide something for everyone. adventurer, due to the varying degrees of ability of each participant, can best achieve this goal by becoming part of a common group effort. In the spirit of this effort, all decisions Getting Involved are consensus group decisions and leaders emerge as situations arise. Thus, one can see that Students interested in trips or becoming more involved in our program should contact UNI trip coordinator is a well-chosen title. Trip coordinators coordinate, they do not command; Outdoors at 273-7163. Very little, if any, previous experience is necessary for our outdoor the group leads. recreation trips/programs. Anyone can enjoy the great outdoors and should take advantage of this outdoor resource. Let UNI Outdoors help you with your outdoor needs. Additional Indoor Climbing Wall contact information: andrew.martin@uni.edu or houston@uni.edu. One of the most popular features available to the UNI community is the climbing wall housed in the Wellness/Recreation Center. This is one of the largest indoor climbing walls Co-Op in Iowa. Standing at 38.5 feet, this structure offers almost 3,000 square feet of climbing UNI Outdoors is working with other university programs offering off-campus outings to on 11 different ropes. There is also a bouldering section. The wall provides opportunity for the campus community. Our goal is to expand our horizons in the outdoors and experience developing fitness, strength, confidence, and climbing skills. adventure with other university groups. If you are interested in these or other adventures, visit the UNI Outdoors office in WRC 174. of North
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