Recreation Services

January 5-13

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

Starting January 18 (Fridays and Saturdays, 10 a.m.)

Snowjacks Express
Snowjacks Express provides Northern Arizona University students free transportation to the San Francisco Peaks for winter recreation. 

February 6 (6-8 p.m.)

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

February 10-March 10 (Sundays, 6-9:30 p.m.)

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

February 13 (7 p.m.)

Avalanche Workshop
This free, two hour clinic provides students with a foundational understanding of avalanche safety principles and information.

February 13-27 (Wednesdays, 6-9:30 p.m.)

Advanced Whitewater Kayaking Skills Clinic
In this clinic, our certified American Canoe Association Kayak Instructor will help you progress beyond beginner kayaking skills, focusing on rolling and more advanced strokes. 

February 15-17

Introduction to Avalanche - Level 1
Learn the basics of avalanche safety and preparedness.

February 13-March 13

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

February 22-24

Colorado Ski Expedition
This trip includes transportation, lift passes, instruction, and lodging at the Wolf Creek Ski Resort of Colorado.

March 1-3

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

March 1-4

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

March 8-10

Superstition Mountains backpacking
Enjoy this field-based, hands-on backcountry excursion into the Superstition Mountains that focuses on introductory backpacking skills. 

March 8-10

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

March 14-18

Joshua Tree Spring Break Climbing Trip
Spend a week climbing in the gorgeous, dynamic high desert of Southern California. 

March 15-18

San Diego Surf Trip (Spring Break)
Spend a week learning the basics of surfing in San Diego, California.

March 16-24 (March 20-22 on the river)

Wilderness first Responder (WFR) on the San Juan River
Acquire standard wilderness medical training for guides, trip leaders, and outdoor professionals while on the San Juan River.

March 16

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

March 29-30

Verde River Rafting Expedition
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.

March 30-April 1

Fundamentals of Tracking
Introduce yourself to the basics of animal tracking and locating lost persons. 

March 31 (4-8 p.m.)

Outdoor Rock Climbing Clinic
This clinic covers the basics of outdoor rock climbing, including technique and safety. 

April 2-25 (Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6-8 p.m.)

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

April 3-May 1 (Wednesdays, 5-8 p.m.)

Advanced Bicycle Maintenance
Learn more about bicycle repair and maintenance.

April 5-7

Havasupai Falls Backpacking
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.

April 5-7

Whitewater Kayaking on the San Juan River (Beginner to Intermediate)
This 26 mile trip will teach you the basics of whitewater kayaking and advance your skills to intermediate level. 

April 5-7

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

April 7

Grand Falls Day Trip
Enjoy the spectacular sights and incredible experiences on a day hike through Grand Falls. 

April 12-14

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

April 12-14

Salt River Whitewater Rafting
Learn how to navigate the Salt River's whitewater in a kayak or raft.

April 13-14

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

April 14

Outdoor Adventures Service Project Day
Join our celebration of Earth Day and contribute to our efforts to rehab our outdoor recreation area. 

April 15-17

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

April 19-21

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

April 19-21

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

April 26-28

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.

April 26-28

Havasupai Falls Backpacking
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.

April 26-29

Grand Canyon River Rafting
Raft down the Colorado River.

April 26-28

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.

April 26-29

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

May 3-5

American Mountain Guides Association (AMGA) Single Pitch Instructor Course
This program is for current, active rock climbers that want to teach rock climbing to novices. 

May 1, 13-19

Introduction to Multi-Day River Guiding
Learn the essential skills needed to rig your own river trip from start to finish, and gain the knowledge needed to work for our River Program. 

May 1, 12-21 (8-5 p.m., full day and evening in the field May 19-20)

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