Events and Trips
Ducks Live for the Outdoors
Whether you are a newbie or an experienced explorer, the Outdoor Program is excited to introduce you to the many wonders in Oregon and beyond. We offer a variety of all-levels group outings, bike rides, classes and clinics, and service projects led by Outdoor Program student staff and trip initiators.
OP Outing or Common Adventure Trip—what’s the difference? OP Outings are group outings led by knowledgeable Outdoor Program staff who are very familiar with the activity or area. OP Outings are entry-level, led instead of consensus-based, and do not last overnight. Common Adventure Trips are adventures planned and led by students who have taken our Trip Initiator Clinic. Common Adventure Trips operate on a group-consensus, decision-making process and tend to vary in difficulty. Some are easy and require little to no experience, while others are technical and require more experience.
Students are automatically members of the Outdoor Program, so take advantage of our low-cost outings and trips and try out a new activity.
Type of Events
CLINICS AND CLASSES
Learn a range of outdoor basics from raft guiding and snow shelters to mushroom picking.
OP OUTINGS
Outings include everything from hikes and bike rides to kayaking and visits to hot springs, led by our staff.
COMMON ADVENTURE TRIPS
Cooperative travel for outdoor enthusiasts of all skill levels—planned and led by students like you.
OP EVENTS
Movie premiers, guest speakers, the annual Banff Mountain Film Festival, and more.
SERVICE PROJECTS
Environmental restoration such as beach clean-up, Hendricks Park trail restoration, and more.
BIKE PROGRAM
Your hub for all things bike related—a DIY workspace, repair stations, classes, rides, and rentals.
January 2025
5:30–6:30 p.m.
This is the inaugural get-together of the Bikes and Friends Commuter Club! We'll have informal conversations over complimentary tea and snacks. Come meet other bike commuting colleagues and make some friends. While this is geared more towards faculty & staff everyone is welcome:
-We want to encourage new riders: If you are curious about how to bike commute, we will be happy to connect you to a bike buddy volunteer to help work though the ins and outs of finding a route, give advice on gear, signaling and ride etiquette, and even join you on a first ride in to campus. -Experienced riders, let's share our tips and tricks about our bikes, routes, and more. -It's not just bicyclists, all alternative transportation users are welcome: pedestrians, scooters, rollerblades, wheelchairs, skateboards, E-bikes, heelies, bus riders, and more. -This event will be a meet and greet, and also a chance to brainstorm ways to improve commuting conditions, improve access, and improve advocacy on campus -We also have some ideas of educational presentations and workshops, come vote on what would interest you.
Come on down — we're looking forward to meeting you!
Sincerely,
Transportation Services Bike Program Office of Sustainability