Spring 2025 Outdoor Adventure Trips

Ski/Snowboarding at Snowstar

Join Campus Recreation and International Student Services for a ski/snowboard trip to Snowstar in Andalusia, IL! The cost is $50 per student and includes van transportation, a lift ticket, ski/snowboard equipment rental, and a group lesson. You would still need winter clothes (hat, gloves, goggles or sunglasses, and snow pants).

  • Friday, February 7th
  • Registration open: Monday, January 13th

Hiking at Lick Creek

Join Campus Recreation for a hike at nearby Lick Creek! No experience is necessary, and transportation is provided.

  • Friday, April 4th
  • Registration open: Monday, March 17th

Zipline Tour in Shawnee National Forest

Join Campus Recreation for a ziplining trip in Southern Illinois! Cost is $20 and includes a canopy tour in Shawnee National Forest, one night camping at Giant City State Park (with camping equipment) and transportation. You would be responsible for food/drink.

  • Saturday, April 12th - Sunday, April 13th
  • Registration open: Monday, March 24th

Canoe/Kayak at UIS Field Station

Join Campus Recreation for a canoe and kayak trip on Lake Springfield! No experience is necessary, and all equipment and transportation is provided.

  • Friday, April 25th
  • Registration open: Monday, April 7th

Stand-up Paddleboard at UIS Field Station

Join Campus Recreation for stand-up paddleboarding! No experience is necessary, and all equipment and transportation is provided.

  • Friday, May 2nd
  • Registration open: Monday, April 14th

Canoe/Kayak at Sugar Creek

Join Campus Recreation for a canoe/kayak trip just south of Springfield! No experience is necessary, and all equipment and transportation is provided.

  • Saturday, May 3rd
  • Registration open: Monday, April 14

A UIS Student is defined as a currently enrolled student being assessed the Rec Center portion of the General Fee. 

To register for a trip, visit the TRAC front desk. Payment is due at the time of registration.

If you have any questions concerning Outdoor Adventures trips please contact the office of Campus Recreation at 217-206-7103.

Outdoor Adventures Equipment Rental

If you would like to plan your own adventure you can rent the equipment you need from Campus Rec. Click the following link to see a list of the equipment available for rent. Outdoor Adventures Equipment Rental Price (pdf)

Kayaks and canoes on a pull behind trailer.

*Please note that you do not need to rent equipment if you are participating in an Outdoor Adventures trip offered by Campus Rec

Equipment Rental Policies and Procedures

  • Any Campus Rec or UIS Community Member may rent equipment from Campus Recreation.  All individuals must have a valid UIS icard to rent Outdoor Adventures equipment. Payment is due at the time of the rental.
  • Reservations for equipment are required to ensure the equipment desired is available for rent.  Reservations are made on a first-come-first-served basis.
  • Please contact Campus Recreation 2-3 business days before your trip to check out equipment.
  • It is the responsibility of the renter to inspect equipment and be sure it is all there and in good condition. If something is missing or in need of repair, a Campus Rec staff member must be notified immediately so it can be recorded before equipment is checked out.  If for some reason the renter fails to inspect the equipment, he/she is held responsible for damaged or missing equipment upon its return.
  • Each renter must sign a Campus Rec waiver at time of rental. The renter will be held financially responsible for any damages or loss of equipment.
  • Times to return equipment will be established when the equipment is checked out. Returned equipment will be inspected by a Campus Rec staff member.  Fines for dirty, lost or damaged equipment may be assessed.
  • Fines: The fee for late returns will be the cost of one day’s rental for each day past the due date. Renters will incur all costs for repair/replacement of any damaged or lost items.

To make a reservation contact Campus Recreation at 217.206.7103 or by email campusrec@uis.edu.  To ensure your equipment is available, please contact Campus Recreation 2-3 business days in advance.