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.
June 2023
8:00 a.m.
Join Theo for a camping trip to Crater Lake over the long weekend and make new friends! You will camp at Collier Memorial State Park and exploring Crater Lake during the day.
Sign up on our website under the Common Adventure tab.
Mandatory Pre-Trip: June 1, 4:00pm at the Rental Barn.
Cost: $25 for gas, campsite fee. Other costs to consider include food and any camping gear you will need such as a tent, sleeping bag, hiking boots, (potentially snowshoes), etc.
Must be a student at the UO to participate, no refunds will be given once you reserve your spot.
Once you get a confirmation email from Scout and Ellie that you are on the trip call the rental barn ASAP to reserve gear! 541-346-4371 If you wait until the end of the week to rent gear there may be none left!
Departure time and place: June 3, 8:00am at the Rental Barn
Return time and place: June 4, approximately 8:00pm at the Rental Barn
Trip Initiator: Theo Meunier
Trip Initiator Contact: tmeunier@uoregon.edu
Pre-trip Meeting: Thursday, June 1, 4:00pm
Pre-trip Meeting Location: Rental Barn 1225 E 18th Ave Eugene, OR 97403
Departure Date: Saturday, June 3, 8:00am
Departure Location: Rental Barn, 1225 E 18th Ave, Eugene, OR 97403
5:00–8:00 p.m.
Come climb at Elevation Bouldering Gym in downtown Eugene for BIPOC night! This event is for all self-identifying BIPOC students. Entrance, gear, and chalk bags will be free, just wear comfortable clothes and bring a water bottle. Meet at the Rental Barn (1225 E. 18th Ave.) First Saturday of every month. Level: 1, no experience needed Cost: Free Sign-ups: Yes, call 541-346-4371 or come into the Bike Program/ Rental Barn to reserve your spot Time: 5-8pm Date: Saturday, June 3rd