Trips & Clinics

Location: UNI Climbing Wall
Dates: Sept. 20 & Oct. 18
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.

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Location: UNI Climbing Wall
Dates: Aug. 30; Sept. 13, 27; Oct. 11, 25; Nov. 8
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 4-6. Sign up in WRC 174 or online.

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Location: South Riverside Trail & George Wyth State Park, IA
Date: Thursday September 17
Time: 5pm-7pm
Pre-Trip Meeting: NONE
Cost: FREE

Join UNI Outdoors as we ride our way through some of the best bike trails in the area! South Riverside and George Wyth contains some of the most beautiful forested trails in the state of Iowa. Bring a bike, bring a friend, and let’s go for a ride! Meet at the UNI CampanileHelmets are required Sign up online or in WRC 174

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Location: Backbone State Park, IA
Date: Saturday September 19
Pre-Trip Meeting: Tuesday September 15 @ 5pm
Cost: Student $20 University $25, Guest $30

Let’s go climbing! Backbone contains some of the best limestone climbing in the state of Iowa! You will get in touch with your wild side as you climb the limestone walls of one of Iowa’s premier climbing areas! No experience is necessary and all equipment is provided! *Sign up in WRC 174

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Location: George Wyth State Park, IA
Date 1: Saturday September 26
*Pre-Trip Meeting: Tuesday September 22 @ 5pm
Date 2: Saturday October 3
*Pre-Trip Meeting: Thursday October 1 @ 5pm
Cost: Student $10 University $15, Guest $20

Want a quick adventure to take a break from studying? Join UNI Outdoors as we explore the local waterways by winding and portaging through the paddlers trail in the George Wythe State Park area. We’ll supply all the gear, all you need is to bring an adventurous spirit! *Sign up in WRC 174

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Location: Pictured Rocks County Park, IA
Date: Sunday September 27
Pre-Trip Meeting: Thursday September 24 @ 5pm
Cost: Student $20 University $25, Guest $30

Pictured Rocks contains the best limestone climbing in the state of Iowa! Enjoy the fall colors while climbing some of Iowa’s best rock features! No experience is necessary and all equipment is provided! So what are you waiting for?! Let’s go climb some rock! *Sign up in WRC 174

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Location: UNI Ponds
Date: Sunday September 27
Time: 2pm – 4pm
Pre-Trip Meeting: NONE
Cost: Student $10 University $15, Guest $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 necessary and all equipment is provided. *Sign up in WRC 174

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Location: Big Woods Lake, IA
Date: Thursday October 1
Time: 8pm – 10pm
Pre-Trip Meeting: NONE
Cost: Student $10 University $15, Guest $20

Paddling Big Woods…. AT NIGHT! You will get to experience Big Woods Lake when it comes to life under the moon light! Join us for an adventure after dark! No experience is necessary and all equipment is provided! *Sign up in WRC 174

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Location: George Wyth State Park, IA
Date: Saturday October 10
Pre-Trip Meeting: NONE
Cost: FREE

Help us help the community! UNI Outdoors is partnering with student organizations on campus to provide a trail clean up. The trails at George Wyth have given us so much enjoyment over the years, so let’s pay it forward by cleaning it up! Anyone and everyone is invited to help out the cause! Bring snacks and a lunch
Please sign up for the event ahead of time so we can keep track of volunteering numbers. You can sign up online or in person at our office (WRC 174).
If the weather is poor on the day of the cleanup, we will re-schedule it for the following day (Sunday, October 11).

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Location: Yellow River State Forest, IA
Date: Saturday October 24
Pre-Trip Meeting: Tuesday October 20
Cost: Student $15 University $20, Guest $25

Join UNI Outdoors on a day hiking trip to northeast Iowa! Enjoy the beautiful fall colors and the amazing landscape that is unlike anywhere else in Iowa! This trip is great for beginners, as the terrain is moderate. No experience is necessary! *Sign up in WRC 174

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Location: Schindler 216

Date: Wednesday September 9

Time: 6pm-8pm

Cost: FREE

Come join UNI Outdoors for a casual Q&A where you can begin planning your dream trip! Whether it’s paddling local waterways, backpacking in the Midwest, or learning about rock climbing opportunities, we will provide you with the resources you need to get started on your next adventure! We will provide maps, resources, and personal knowledge of outdoor areas. Any questions you have can be addressed to our UNI Outdoor Coordinators during this time. So what are you waiting for?! Let’s get started on your dream outdoor trip!