Outdoor Adventures Trip descriptions
Kayak/Canoe Sugar Creek - Saturday, Oct 1, 2011: See loads of local wildlife and get lost in a sport everyone can enjoy. Bring your lunch and we've got the rest covered! Beginners and experienced canoe/kayakers are welcome. Mandatory pre-trip meeting will be held on Monday, Sept 26, 2011 at 6:00pm in the TRAC conference room. (Trip rain date: Oct 8, 2011)
- UIS Student* = FREE
- Rec Member = $5
- Non Rec Member = $10
Kayak/Canoe Sangamon River - Saturday, Oct 22, 2011: No better way to take in Autumn's beauty than to experience it canoe/kayaking the Sangamon River. Join us for an exciting four hour float exploring our local wetlands. Bring lunch and invite a friend. Mandatory pre-trip meeting will be held on Monday, Oct 17, 2011 at 6:00pm in the TRAC conference room. (Trip rain date: Oct 30, 2011)
- UIS Student* = FREE
- Rec Member = $10
- Non Rec Member = $18
Kayak/Canoe Missouri Ozarks - Friday, Nov 18 - Sunday, Nov 20, 2011: Bundle up for this one! Explore the Missouri Ozarks on a two day canoe/kayaking float down the crystal clear waters of the Huzzah River. Log cabin accommodations and lots of fun, food and a roaring campfire make this a perfect weekend get away. Mandatory pre-trip meeting will be held on Monday, Nov 14, 2011 at 6:00pm in the TRAC conference room. (Trip rain date: Dec 2 - 4, 2011)
- UIS Student* = $45
- Rec Member = $75
- Non Rec Member = $110
Ski Granite Peaks - Friday, Feb 17 - Sunday, Feb 19, 2012: It's time to take a break from campus life and hit the slopes. First time skiers and the most experienced pros should enjoy this adventure as we ski Wisconsin's beautiful Granite Peaks. Transportation, two night stay in a hotel, ski/snowboard equipment rentals, and lift tickets are included in the price. Ski/snow board lessons, food, and any further equipment requests will be at the expense of the participant. ("Rain" date: Feb 24 - 26, 2012)
*Registration opens on Monday, Dec 5, 2011
- UIS Student* = $145
- Rec Member = $200
- Non Rec Member = $280
Sky dive - Saturday, May 5, 2012: Finals are just around the corner. Release all your stress with one giant exhilarating jump. Yes, skydive before digging into the books, you will never have such an amazing view of the Midwest countryside. (Rain date: May 6, 2012)
- Trip cancelled.
*A UIS Student is defined as a currently enrolled student being assessed the Rec Center portion of the General Fee.
If you have any questions concerning Outdoor Adventures trips please contact Trent Tangen, Assistant Director, Fitness and Wellness at 217-206-7103 or ttang20@uis.edu.
