Recreation Services

August 20-22

Camp GreenJacks (First-Year Students)
Camp GreenJacks pairs outdoor adventure with current sustainability efforts on campus.

August 18-22

Wilderness Welcome (First-Year Students)
An adventure-based, student-led, outdoor orientation program for first-year students.

September 7

Grand Canyon Day Trip
Learn about the incredible natural wonder that is the Grand Canyon.

September 14-October 13 (Sat & Sun)

Wilderness First Responder (WFR)
Wilderness First Responder is the standard in wilderness medical training for guides, trip leaders, and outdoor professionals.

September 20-22

Grand Canyon Backpacking
Hike the Grand Canyon’s Hermit Trail as you learn how to safely execute backcountry excursions.

September 27-29

Medicinal Plants of Northern Arizona
Join Ethno-Botanist Mike Masek as he shares his knowledge and years of experience working with plants, especially those of northern Arizona.

September 27-29

Canoe Expedition
Embark on a flat water canoe expedition, and learn paddling techniques and sound camping skills while on waterways.

September 28-29

Leave No Trace (LNT) Trainer Course
Leave No Trace is an internationally recognized organization dedicated to ethical backcountry travel and wilderness use.

September 27-29

Havasupai Falls Backpacking (A)
This introductory backpacking course is a field-based, hands-on backcountry excursion that focuses on the basic skills necessary to safely plan, prepare for, and embark on overnight trips.

September 27-29

Colorado 14'ers Hiking
Travel by train to the trailhead and backpack through the beautiful Chicago Basin  in the San Juan Mountains up to two of Colorado's 55 14,000ft + summits .

October 4-6

Verde River Rafting
Learn how to navigate white water, perform basic river rescue techniques, scout and portage rapids, rig your own inflatable kayak, and Leave No Trace practices.

October 5-6

Introduction to Mountain Biking
Learn the basic principles of mountain biking.

October 4-6 & 11-13

Challenge Course Facilitator Training
Learn how to facilitate teambuilding activities, monitor safety, set up, and take down the Challenge Course.

October 5-6

Introduction to Rock Climbing
Practice your rock climbing skills with other beginner climbers, indoors and outdoors.

October 4-6

Outdoor Survival Skills
Outdoor Survival is a hands-on course that focuses on the basic skills necessary for coping with a short-term survival situation, and the strategies necessary to avoid one in the first place.

October 13-November 10 (Sunday only)

Introduction to Whitewater Kayaking
Learn the basics of safe and proficient paddling.

October 11-13

Havasupai Falls Backpacking (B)
This introductory backpacking course is a field-based, hands-on backcountry excursion that focuses on the basic skills necessary to safely plan, prepare for, and embark on overnight trips.

October 12-13

Primitive Living Skills
Learn the basic skills necessary to “feel at home” in the wilderness.

October 19-20

Introduction to Orienteering
Navigate the wilderness with just a map and a compass.

October 18-21

WGS Women on the River
This is a women’s-only trip down the Colorado River.

October 18-20

Advanced Rock Climbing and Anchor Systems
Learn the technical rope and risk management skills necessary to set up your own climbing site.

October 20

Sedona Yoga and Meditation Day Trip
This Freshman Fusion event will include yoga sessions, guided meditation, and a shorthike.

October 23-November 27 (Wednesdays, 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.)

Intro to Bicycle Maintenance
Learn how to do your own bicycle repairs.

October 25-27

Open Water Rescue and Arizona Boater Education
Learn techniques for self-rescue and aided rescue while kayaking or canoeing.

October 30-December 4 (Wednesdays, 3-6 p.m.)

Outdoor Adventures Trip Leader Training
Learn what it takes to become a trip leader for Outdoor Adventures.

Oct 1-November 29 (Tuesdays/Thursdays, 6-8 p.m.)

Pro De-Brief for the Outdoor Leader
This workshop helps you develop skills to motivate outdoor education participants.

November 1-3

Canyoneering the Lake Powell Region
Find out why Arizona is canyon country.

November 5-December 3 (Tuesdays, 5:30-8:30 p.m.)

American Mountain Guides Association (AMGA) Climbing Wall Instructor
Learn the basic skills of managing a climbing wall facility.

November 8-11 (Veteran's Day)

Zion Hiking Adventure
Hike in and around Zion National Park.

November 11 (Veteran's Day)

Verde River Kayaking Trip
Practice your whitewater kayaking fundamentals on the Verde River.

November 16-18

Intro to Search and Rescue- SAR Tech III
Learn about search and rescue techniques commonly used in real life scenarios and work with professionals to practice your skills

November 15-17

Grand Canyon River Rafting
Raft down the Colorado River.

November 16-18

Introduction to Search and Rescue
Familiarize yourself with the responsibilities, skills, abilities, and equipment necessary for search and rescue missions.

November 29-December 1

Wilderness First Aid
Learn how to cope with basic wilderness hazards and medical emergencies.

November 29-December 2 (Monday, 5:30-9:30 p.m.)

Wilderness First Responder Refresher
Brush up on your skills as a Wilderness First Responder.

January 4-12

Wilderness First Responder (WFR)
Gain the knowledge and skills you need to respond to medical emergencies in the backcountry.