Adventure Trip Program
Trip Registration
NOTE: Non-student pricing is shown initially.
STUDENT discount pricing will show once logged in.
Fall 2019 Registration opens on August 19th.
Trip showing as full? Email us to be put onto the wait list.
Have you considered Outdoor Recreation planning and leading a Custom Trip for your friends group, or organization on campus?
Fall 2019 Schedule
| Date | Trip | Time (If Day Trip) |
Location | Student Pricing | Pre-Trip Meeting Date(s) | Register By |
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| September | ||||||
| 8/30 - 9/2/2019 | Explore & Hike: Labor Day Weekend Adventure | Guadalupe Mountains & Carlsbad Caverns | $125 | 8/28/19 @6PM | 8/28/19 @Noon | |
| 9/7/2019 | Austin Bat Paddle | 5:30PM - 10PM | Lady Bird Lake | $20 | 9/5/19 @Noon | |
| 9/8/2019 | Sunset Paddle | 6:30PM - 10PM | San Marcos River | $15 | ||
| 9/14 - 15/2019 | First Year Student Adventure Trip - Kayaking | Padre Island National Seashore | $50 | 9/12/19 @6PM | 9/12/19 @Noon | |
| 9/21/2019 | Canoe & Hike: Ink's Lake State Park | 7AM - 4PM | Ink's Lake State Park | $30 | 9/18/19 @6PM | |
| October | ||||||
| 10/5/2019 | Beginner's Rock Climbing | 8AM - 4PM | Reimer's Ranch | $25 | 10/3/19 @6PM | |
| 10/12/2019 | Explore & Hike: Enchanted Rock | 7AM - 6PM | Enchanted Rock | $30 | 10/10/19 @6PM | |
| 10/17/2019 | Sunset Paddle | 6:30PM - 9PM | San Marcos River | $15 | ||
| 10/25/2019 | Beginner's Mountain Biking | 4PM - 6PM | Spring Lake Nature Reserve | $12 | 10/25/19 @Noon | |
| 10/27/2019 | Beginner's Rock Climbing | 8AM - 4PM | Barton Creek | $25 | 10/24/19 @6PM | |
| November | ||||||
| 11/1 - 3/2019 | Canoeing | Amistad National Recreation Area | $40 | 10/30/19 @6PM | 10/30/19 @6PM | |
| 11/27 - 12/1/2019 | Thanksgiving Break Backpacking | Big Bend National Park | $275 | 11/6/19 @ 11/20/19 @6PM | 11/6/19 @6PM | |
| January | ||||||
| 1/10 - 19/2020 | Backpacking in Hawaii | Kauai, Hawaii | $800 Total ($400 Deposit) |
11/6/19 @ 6PM 12/6/19 @6PM | 11/1/19 Deposit Due 12/4/19 Full Payment Due |
Fall 2019 Instructional Clinics
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Kayaking Instruction - Beginner to Advanced
Date & Time:
Every Friday at 8:00AM (arrive early)
Location:
Meet at the Outdoor Center in Sewell Park; Kayaking at Rio Vista Park.
Must have own transportation to Rio Vista Park (we will transport all kayaking equipment).
Description:
Beginner through advanced, this informal instruction session puts kayak instructors side-by-side with participants based on their skill level needs. Practice paddle strokes, how to wet-exit or roll, or play in the rapids at Rio Vista.
Cost: FREE
To reserve a spot, email us at outdoorcenter@txstate.edu to let us know you're coming!
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Leave No Trace Clinic
Dates:
9/12/2019 & 10/10/2019 (Both dates are identical, you do not need to attend both)
Time:
7:30PM - 9:00PM
Location:
The Outdoor Center in Sewell Park
Cost: FREE
Please just register on our website so we know how many to expect
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Women's Introduction to Hiking
Dates:
9/18/2019 & 10/10/2019 (Both dates are identical, you do not need to attend both)
Time:
7:30PM - 9:00PM
Location:
The Outdoor Center in Sewell Park
Cost: FREE
Please just register on our website so we know how many to expect
General Trip Policies
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What's Included
Depending on the trip length and activity, certain things may or may not be included. Read the trip description on the registration website for specific information.
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Pre-Trip Meeting
Pre-trip meetings are mandatory for all participants and meet at the Outdoor Center in Sewell Park.
Participants who do not attend the pre-trip meeting for the trip they are registered for will forfeit their spot on the trip and will not be eligible for a refund.
Waitlisted participants should attend the pre-trip meeting and will be awarded a spot if other registered participants do not show.
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Understanding the Risks
The Outdoor Recreation Program staff makes every effort to provide you with an enjoyable trip. You will assume the responsibility for many decisions affecting yourself during the activity, however, the trip leaders have final authority and will not hesitate to dismiss those whose conduct is detrimental to themselves, the group or the activity site.
Participants should be aware that outdoor activities can be physically demanding with inherent elements of risk and danger beyond our control. These risks include but are not limited to the potential for accidents or illness while traveling to and from the activity sites, or while participating in activities in rugged mountain, wilderness and river terrain. While we do not assume liability for personal injury or death, every effort is made to minimize these risks.
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Cancellations & Transfers
Cancellation dates vary for each trip. The cancellation date is the date after which no refunds will be given. This is typically the pre-trip and registration deadline date.
Transfers may be made to another available activity at full value if done before the cancellation date. No transfers will be granted past the cancellation date.
If you are unable to participate fully in a trip due to inadequate fitness or undisclosed conditions, your course fee will not be refunded.
Past Adventure Trips
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Spring 2019
Mountain Bike - Spring Lake
Hiking - Government Canyon
Camp & Explore - Garner State Park
Backpacking - Lost Maples State Natural Area
Cycle and Overnight at University Camp
Beginners Outdoor Climb - Reimer's Ranch
Beginners Outdoor Climb - Barton Creek
Spring Break: Canoe the Rio Grande
Snorkeling - San Marcos River
Kayak - Full Moon Paddle
Kayak - Lower San Marcos River
May Break: Southwest Adventure
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Fall 2018
Sewell Park Day
Sunset Paddle on the San Marcos River
Overnight Canoe on the San Marcos River
Explore and Hike Enchanted Rock
Hike and Climb the Barton Creek Greenbelt
Paddle Lady Bird Lake
Climb and Camp Reimer's Ranch and Pace Bend Park
University Camp Primitive Camping
Thanksgiving Break - Backpacking Big Bend National Park
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.
