Outdoor Adventures Equipment Rental

Planning your own outdoor getaway? Campus Recreation offers a wide variety of equipment available for rent to help you gear up for your next adventure.

Note: Equipment is not needed for any Campus Rec-led Outdoor Adventures trips. Gear is included in your trip registration.

Fees

Camping Package — $10 per day

Pick up at TRAC

Includes:

  • Sleeping bag
  • Sleeping pad
  • Two-person tent

Kayak Package — $5 per day

Pick up key, paddle, and PFD at TRAC
Kayaks are located at the UIS Field Station

Includes:

  • Kayak
  • Paddle
  • PFD (Personal Flotation Device)
  • Dry bag

Policies

Outdoor Adventures Trip Cancellation Policy

To receive a full refund, you must notify Campus Recreation at least seven (7) days before the scheduled trip date. Refunds will not be issued if:

  • You miss the deadline to cancel, and
  • Campus Recreation is unable to fill your spot with a replacement.

Equipment Rental Policies & Procedures

Eligibility:

Equipment rentals are available to all Campus Rec and UIS community members with a valid UIS i-card.

Payment:

All rentals must be paid in full at the time of checkout.

Reservations:

  • Required to ensure equipment availability.
  • Accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Must be made at least three (3) business days before your trip.

Inspection:

  • It is the renter’s responsibility to inspect all equipment at the time of checkout.
  • Any missing or damaged items must be reported immediately to Campus Rec staff so they can be documented.
  • If the renter fails to inspect the equipment at pickup, they will be held responsible for any damage or missing items upon return.

Waiver & Responsibility:

  • Each renter must sign a Campus Recreation waiver at the time of rental.
  • Renters are financially responsible for any damage to or loss of equipment.

Returns:

  • Return times will be set at the time of checkout.
  • Equipment must be returned clean and on time.
  • Campus Rec staff will inspect returned gear.

Fines may be assessed for:

  • Dirty equipment
  • Damaged equipment
  • Lost items

Late Fees:

  • A fee equal to one day’s rental rate per item will be charged for each day the equipment is late.
  • Renters will be charged the full cost of repair or replacement for any damaged or lost items.