Trips & Clinics

Adventure Trips

American Red Cross (ARC) Wilderness First Aid (WFA)

Location: Wellness and Recreation Center (WRC), Cedar Falls, IA

Date: February 27-28

Time: 8am-4pm each day

Cost: Student $150 Guest $180

Fast paced and hands-on, this two day course covers a wide range of wilderness medicine topics for people who travel in the outdoors. Whether spending time in the backcountry is your passion or your profession, you should never have to ask, "What do I do now?" During this course, you'll learn how to prepare for the unexpected. In just two days, you'll have the knowledge, skills and ability to make sound decisions in emergency situations. This course is ideal for trip leaders, camp staff, outdoor enthusiasts and individuals in remote locations. This course does not include CPR. Sign-up in advance in WRC 174 or online.

American Red Cross CPR Certification

Location: Wellness and Recreation Center, Cedar Falls, IA

Date: Friday, Feburary 26th

Time: 6-8pm

Cost: $50

This CPR certification is for participants registered for the Wilderness First Aid course hosted through UNI Outdoors.

UNI Outdoors Promo

Location: In front of the Campanile

Dates: January 28th

Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Cost: FREE

Take a break between classes and come see us by the Campanile! Warm up by the fire as we tell you about all the adventures you can experience this semester! If there’s snow, we will have cross country skis for anyone who wants to try a lap around Lawther field. We will also be revealing our first ever Cross Country Season ski pass!

Boulder Bash

Location: WRC

Climbing Wall Dates: March 13th

Time: 12:30pm-5:30pm

Registration (January 25th – March 11th): $10

Boulder Bash is a friendly and fun spirited bouldering competition open to climbers of ALL skill levels. This competition will provide exhilarating boulder problems and an incredible atmosphere! Stop by WRC 174 or visit our website to register!

Cross Country Ski Nights

Location: WRC West Trails

Dates: Feb. 2; Feb. 10; Feb. 23; March 2nd

Time: 6pm-7:30pm

Cost: $5

Spend some time with UNI Outdoors while cross-country skiing on our freshly groomed west campus recreation trail! Snow permitting, we will meet in the outdoor recreation office WRC 174 to gear up and head out to the trails. Skis, boots, headlamps are provided, and if you bring your own personal mug hot chocolate will be provided. No experience is necessary, but be sure to dress for the weather! Sign up online or in WRC 174. **please arrive 10-15 minutes early**

Broomball on the Pond

Location: WRC Pond

Dates: Feb 21st

Pre-Trip Meeting: NONE

Time: 2-4pm

Cost: FREE

Test your balance and coordination with a game of broomball on the WRC pond! An exciting game much like hockey but without the skates! All brooms, balls, and helmets will be provided to the players. It comes highly recommended to come wearing knee pads or extra bottom layers for potential falls on ice. Sign up online or in WRC 174.

Snowshoeing at George Wyth

Location: George Wyth State Park

Dates: Feb. 13th

Pre-Trip Meeting: Feb. 11th @ 5pm

Cost: Student $10, University $15, Community $20

Join us on an exhilarating and scenic snowshoe through the George Wyth State Park. Snow permitting, we will have fun exploring the winter wonderland! No prior experience necessary. Snowshoes will be provided but be sure to dress warm. Sign up in WRC 174.

Valentines Ski Night

Location: WRC Pond

Dates: Due to severe cold weather we have switched the date from Feb. 14th to Feb. 21st.

Pre-Trip Meeting: NONE

Time: 6pm – 9pm

Cost: FREE

Spend some time with UNI Outdoors on a romantic candle lit cross-country ski trail just west of campus! Snow permitting, we will meet in the outdoor recreation office WRC 174 to gear up and head out to the trails. Skis, boots, headlamps are provided, and if you bring your own personal mug hot chocolate will be provided! No experience is necessary, but be sure to dress for the weather! Sign up online or in WRC 174.

Mines of Spain Cross Country Skiing

Location: Dubuque, IA

Dates: Feb. 20th

Pre-Trip Meeting: Feb.18th @ 5pm

Cost: Student $20, University $25, Community $30

Need to take a break from this semester? Come enjoy yourself as we head to Dubuque to explore the Mines of Spain on skis! There are 6 miles of fun, well-groomed XC trails to ski on and all XC gear will be provided. No experience is necessary but be sure to dress appropriately for the weather. Sign up in WRC 174.

Day Hiking Mines of Spain

Location: Dubuque, IA

Dates: March 27th

Pre-Trip Meeting: March 25th @ 5pm

Cost: Student $10, University $15, Community $20

Join us for a scenic hike through the Mines of Spain! There are diverse and breathtaking vistas when hiking the Mines of Spain, from old winding logging roads, to panoramic overlooks from the limestone bluffs. No experience is necessary, but an adventuresome spirit is required! Sign up in WRC 174.

Canoe Clinic

Location: WRC Pond

Dates: March 28th

Pre-Trip Meeting: NONE

Time: 2-4pm

Cost: Student $10, University $15, Community $20

Learn the basics of canoeing, proper paddling strokes, and essential gear needed for canoeing. This hands-on clinic is designed to teach you the foundational skills of canoeing so you can embark on your own paddling adventure! No experience is needed and all equipment is provided. Sign up online or in WRC 174.

Canoe the Paddler’s Trail

Location: George Wyth State Park

Dates: April 10th

Pre-trip Meeting: April 7 @ 5pm

Cost: Student $10, University $15, Community $20

Come with us to enjoy nature and take time to rejuvenate on a quick paddle through the local waterways! We will be exploring all of the water trails George Wyth State Park has to offer on this relaxing day trip! We will supply all the gear needed, no experience necessary! Sign up in WRC 174.

Climbing at Pictured Rocks

Location: Monticello, IA

Dates: April 11th

Pre-Trip Meeting: April 8th @ 5pm

Cost: Student $20 University $25 Community $30

Pictured Rocks is one of the most popular climbing destinations in Iowa and for good reason! The limestone rock quality is the best in Iowa. Enjoy the blooming flora of spring as you climb. Join us for this exhilarating adventure! No experience is necessary and all equipment is provided. Sign up in WRC 174.

Day Hiking Effigy Mounds and Pike’s Peak

Location: Effigy Mounds National Monument & Pike’s Peak State Park

Dates: April 24th

Pre-Trip Meeting: April 21st @ 5pm

Cost: Student $10 University $15 Community $20

Set forth with us on this Iowa adventure! There is nothing quite like northeast Iowa with the forested hillsides and panoramic vistas from atop the Mississippi river bluffs. Effigy Mounds is a National Monument dedicated to preserving the Native American Burial Mounds. Come with us to see why they chose this sacred spot due to its great beauty. Sign up in WRC 174.

Rock Revolution

Location: WRC Climbing Wall

Dates: April 17 – April 18th

Early Registration (January 25th – April 10th): $20

Late Registration (April 11th – 15th): $30

UNI’s 22nd annual climbing competition is a sure shot for a good time! Rock Revolution is a friendly and fun spirited competition open to climbers of ALL skill levels. This event will challenge you, and leave you exhausted yet exhilarated by the end of the weekend. Don't miss the fun! To register stop by WRC 174 or online.

When registering you will select the timeslot you want to climb for both days.

Rock Climbing at Backbone

Location: Backbone State Park

Dates: April 25th

Pre-Trip Meeting: April 22nd @ 5pm

Cost: Student $20, University $25, Community $30

Come climb with us to one of the most beautiful state parks in Iowa. There are a multitude of great climbing routes from which to choose as you enjoy the fresh outdoor air and idyllic views! No experience is necessary and all equipment is provided! Sign up in WRC 174.

Lead Climbing Clinic

Location: WRC Climbing Wall

Dates: Feb. 28th, April 4th

Time: 7:00pm-10:00pm

Cost: Student $15, Guest $25

If you are ready to take the next step in climbing, sign up to learn how to lead climb at the UNI climbing wall. This hands-on clinic will teach you what you need to know to become lead climbing certified at the wall. This clinic will cover the use of quick-draws, clipping techniques, and the proper belay techniques used in lead climbing. Individuals interested should be able to climb at least a 5.9 comfortably and be able to do multiple laps on North Face without resting. Sign up in WRC 174. *You must be top rope belay certified to take this clinic*

Top Rope Belay Clinic

Location: WRC Climbing Wall

Dates: Feb. 7th, Feb. 21st, March 7th, March 21st, April 11th

Time: 7:00pm-9:00pm

Cost: Student $15, Guest $25

Learn the basics of climbing gear, safety, and belaying on UNI's climbing wall. This hands-on clinic is designed to teach you everything you need to know to become belay certified on the UNI climbing wall. Along with proper belaying techniques, this clinic covers the use of knots, belay devices, and other safety equipment. Additional times can be arranged for groups of 6-12. Sign up online or in WRC 174.

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