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.