Texas State University
 
Department of Campus Recreation
601 University Drive
San Marcos, Texas 78666
Phone: (512) 245-2392
CampusRecreation@txstate.edu
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Adventure Trip Program

Since 1986, The Adventure Trip Program (ATP) has been an avenue that the Outdoor Recreation Program has used to introduce the Texas State community to the benefits of Outdoor Adventure Education. The ATP offers trips and workshops ranging from one day to weeklong extended trips. People can choose from a wide variety of trips, such as rock climbing, kayaking, canoeing, and backpacking. The ATP also offers a Specialized Trip Program, which provides a group the opportunity to customize an adventure trip to meet its specific needs.

Our programs are based on the principles and values of Outdoor Adventure Education which provide:

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  • Active learning through direct personal experience.
  • Sense of community, teamwork and sharing.
  • Environmental awareness and outdoor ethics.
  • Empowering communication and leadership skills.
  • Physical and mental health awareness.
  • Self sufficiency, independence, and confidence.
  • Life learning experiences.
  • A lot of fun!

The ATP staff is comprised of 6 – 8 student staff. Staff members are developed as leaders and professionals through trainings, certifications and, most importantly, by experience and time guiding in the field. All ATP Leaders hold current certifications in Wilderness First Aid or higher.

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Our staff is committed to preserving natural areas through following and sharing the Leave No Trace Principles for Outdoor Ethics. For more information click here. 

Come with us on a weekend journey through the Hill Country or join us on an extended trip during school holiday breaks.

If you would like more information on planning your own trip, visit: Specialized Trip Programming or Tips for a Trip. 

Summer 2009 Schedule of Trips

Not going home for the summer? Click here to check out our upcoming summer trips! 


Adventure Trip Program Pictures

Big Bend Fall 07
Continental Divide
Steve
Grand Canyon
Garnd Canyon
Grand Canyon - Spring 2008
Enchanted Rock
E-Rock
Canoe Camping
Canoeing
Roll Clinic
Rodo
Rafting
Splash
ATP Staff
Bat Flight
NSWE
Town lake
NSWE
NSWE Reimer's
South San Juan - August 2008
South san Juan, Rocky Mountains, CO
South san Juan, Rocky Mountains, CO
South san Juan, Rocky Mountains, CO
South san Juan, Rocky Mountains, CO
South san Juan, Rocky Mountains, CO
South san Juan, Rocky Mountains, CO
South san Juan, Rocky Mountains, CO
South san Juan, Rocky Mountains, CO
Iruya - Argentina