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Outdoor TripsCanoeing the OzarksMarch 9-18, 2012 Hop in the canoes for a ride down the clear water of the Buffalo River. Early on, we’ll pass by steep walls of rock over 500 feet and have some thrills of occasional small rapids. Campsites will be on gravel bars along the river. Side hikes to waterfalls, old homesteads, cemeteries, and overlooks will be included. Fun Southern California Surf & SUP Training Trip:March 10-18, 2012 Recent RSOP Trips
Paddling the Boundary Waters Canoe Area WildernessWe'll load up our Duluth packs and paddle through the majestic lakes of the BWCA. Explore the beauty and wonder of this pristine wilderness with experienced and enthusiastic leaders. Stargazing, stories, and listening for hooting owls and howling wolves are included on this trip's itinerary. Beautiful fall colors, few people, and no bugs will make this a special trip. No experience required.Depart: Friday, September 16, 2pm Return: Sunday, September 18, 6pm Register By: Noon, September 14 We Provide: Group gear, Food, Transportation, Instruction You Provide: Personal Camping Gear Meet: RSOP Trailhead in the SpHC Lobby Cost: $70 UMD Students Only/ $45 2011-12 Kayak and Canoe Club Members Info Sheet Backpack the Porcupine Mountains, MIThere are mountains around here? Yes, and they are beautiful! In the Upper Peninsula of Michigan are the secluded Porcupine Mountains, right along Lake Superior. Enjoy fall colors as they are beginning – and there will be no bugs! Marvel at the colors by day and the starlit sky by night. We will help you develop backpacking skills while we discover the "Porkies" fall forest beauty. New friends and adventure for everyone who comes along. No experience is necessary.Depart: Friday, September 23, 3pm Return: Sunday, September 25, 5pm Register By: Noon, September 21 We Provide: Transportation, Food, Group Camping Equipment You Provide: Backpack, and Personal Camping Gear Meet: Trailhead in SpHC Cost: $64 for UMD Students/ $112 Others River Wave Riding in Canada: Stand-Up Paddleboard, Surfboard, Whitewater Kayak & CanoeThe Winnepeg River at Sturgeon Falls offers
large glassy waves that can be surfed using a
variety of equipment. We will base camp in
tents alongside the river and play in the rapids
for two days. Basic surfing or kayaking skills
are needed for this trip. The best way to develop
these skills before this trip is to join the UMD
RSOP Surf Membership or UMD Kayak and
Canoe Club. A Passport is required. See Trip
Packet for full details. Southern CA Surf & SUP Training Trip – March 10-18, 2012TSpend a solid week surfing, stand-up paddle boarding and hiking the Southern California coastline. From Cost $425 UMD Students/ $695 Others
Freshmen Trips 2011
Boundary Waters Canoe Area Camping & Ice Fishing WeekendHave you ever experienced the BWCA in winter?Interested in an ice fishing get-a-way? Maybe you< want to go back and experience once again the beautiful winter in the BWCA. Never brought up a trout from the icy waters of a lake? Well, here's your chance. Join us for a weekend of winter camping and ice fishing in Minnesota's premier wilderness. No experience needed. Depart February 25, 2pm Return February 27, 5pm Register By: Noon, February 23 We Provide: Transportation, Group Gear, Food, Ice Fishing Gear You Provide: Bag Supper for Friday Night, Personal Camping Gear, Backcountry Skis or Snowshoes, Warm Clothes, Personal Fishing Gear (if you have it), Minnesota Fishing License Cost: $64 UMD Students / $110 Others Info Sheet Hike the Legendary Appalachian Trail Spring Break 2011The registration deadline has been extended to March 2ndSpend spring break hiking the world famous Appalachian Trail. Our route will explore the southern end of the trail through the legendary Great Smoky Mountains. We will likely talk with Appalachian thru-hikers who are just beginning their 2,069 mile journey to Maine and who plan to continue on the Trail for 5 months. Days will be spent backpacking from 5-12 miles per day, and our nights will be spent at either campsites or in AT shelters, and one evening will be spent in a hostel. Plan on a mild athletic pace, stunning views and simple living with new friends. Cost: $465 UMD Students/$725 Others Appalachian Trail Trip Photos 2007 Info Sheets Mountain Bike and Ice Climb Colorado Spring Break 2011Mix it up in Colorado this spring break withworld class mountain biking and ice climbing in the sunny southwest. This trip starts out on the mountain bike trails of Fruita, Colorado. Find out why it’s the fastest growing mountain biking mecca in the U.S. Next, it’s on to Ouray, Colorado, ‘the Switzerland of America’ and home of the Ouray Ice Park. This is the ideal place to try ice climbing for the first time. or to challenge yourself if you’re experienced on the ice. After your day of play, kick back and soak your muscles in Ouray’s famous hot springs. All experience levels are welcome. Cost: $465UMD Students/$725 Others Ouray Ice Park Photos Info Sheets Backpacking the Superior Hiking TrailIt's Spring!!!! Check out the beautiful North Shore on a scenic trip on the Superior Hiking Trail. This is a great getaway for anyone seeking a break from a stressful week. If you enjoy the great outdoors, join us for a wonderful backpacking/ camping weekend on one of the best trails in the U.S.Friday, April 29 Leave at 3pm Sunday, May 1 Return at 6pm Register By: Noon, April 27 We Provide: Group Camping Gear, Food You Provide: Personal Gear, Clothes Meet: Trailhead in SpHC Cost: $64 UMD Students/ $110 Others Info Sheet Southern California Surf & SUP May 14– 22, 2011Spend a solid week surfing, stand-up paddle boarding, beach combing and observing marine life. In So-Cal, surfing is built into the lifestyle. So much can be learned here. From our campsite at San Onofre State Park we can hit several surf breaks like the San-O Trails, Dog Patch, Old Mans, Churches, Middles, Cottons and other nice breaks in North San Diego County. We will watch the pros at Lower Trestles, visit the Surf Heritage Foundation, eat at the local hot spots and visit surf shops. In La Jolla we will paddle our SUPs with the leopard sharks, seals, garibaldi fish and other marine life.Cost $425 UMD Students/ $695 Others Boundary Waters Canoe Area Camping & Ice Fishing WeekendHave you ever experienced the BWCA in winter? Interested in an ice fishing geta way? Maybe you want to go back and experience once again the beautiful winter in the BWCA. Never brought up a trout from the icy waters of a lake? Well, here’s your chance. Join us for a weekend of winter camping and ice fishing in Minnesota’s premier wilderness. No experience needed.Depart February 19, 2pm Return February 21, 5pm You Provide: Bag Supper for Friday Night, Personal Camping Gear, Backcountry Skis or Snowshoes, Warm Clothes, Personal Fishing Gear (if you have it), Minnesota Fishing License. Cost: $62 UMD Students / $108 Others Info Sheet Backpacking or Canoeing the OzarksSpring break in the Ozarks of Arkansas is warm and beautiful! Here is your chance to get away from winter and enjoy spring as it is emerging along the Buffalo River, a “National River” (a National Park that is a river). This is one of the most beautiful and spectacular rivers in the United States that some call a museum of natural history with a wide variety of mammals, plants, fish, birds, and spectacular geology. History buffs will also enjoy the human history, which includes Civil War skirmishes, old homesteads, and cemeteries. You can pick one of two modes of travel for your trip:Backpacking the Ozarks We will hike the Buffalo River Trail, which follows the Buffalo River and winds through scenic overlooks, old homesites, and rugged wild areas that best characterize the park. Hiking is at times strenuous, where steep gradients and switchbacks lead to spectacular views of the river. Join us as we hike 5-12 miles per day and spend evenings camping. All experience levels are welcome. Plan on a mild athletic pace, stunning views and simple living with new friends. We may even have a chance to paddle a section of the river for a day and do a bit of rock climbing on local rock outcrops. Info Sheet Canoeing the Ozarks Hop in the canoes for a ride down the clear water of the Buffalo River. Early on, we’ll pass by steep walls of rock over 500 feet and have some thrills of occasional small rapids. Campsites will be on gravel bars along the river. Side hikes to waterfalls, old homesteads, cemeteries, and overlooks will be included. Fun paddling, amazing scenery, short hikes, and new friends. What more could you ask for? Depart: March 12 4pm Return: March 21 6pm We Provide: Transportation, Food, Group Equipment You Provide: Personal Gear Cost: $465 UMD Students/ $725 Others Info Sheet Check out this movie for more on the Ozarks Ozarks Movie Backpacking the Superior Hiking TrailIt’s Spring!!!! Check out the beautiful North
Shore on a scenic trip on the Superior
Hiking Trail. This is a great getaway for
anyone seeking a break from a stressful
week. If you enjoy the great outdoors, join
us for a wonderful backpacking/ camping
weekend on one of the best U.S. trails.
Group camping gear and food provided. January Break 2010 Montana Snow Kite Training Trip to Mt. Haggin & Georgetown LakeStart your snow kiting season off with major momentum! We will drive to Montana with kiting gear, snowboards, alpine or tele skis and cross country ski gear so all our bases are coverd. Sugar Loaf Lodge and Cabins is our home for the week so we can explore the local mountain terrain and ride in fresh snow. Basic snow kiting skills are needed for this trip. The best way to develop these skills before this trip is to join the UMD RSOP Snow Kiting Membership. See Trip Packet for full details.Depart: Saturday, January 2 at Noon Return: Sunday, January 10 at Noon Register By: 4pm, December 11 We Provide: All Kiting Gear, Food, Instruction, Transportation You Provide: Personal Ski or Snowboard Gear Meet: RSOP Trailhead in the Sports and Health Center Lobby Cost: $450 UMD Students, $695 Others, all participants must be UMD RSOP Snow Kite Members or obtain trip leader approval. Info Sheet Rock Climbing and Natural History of Joshua Tree National ParkExplore the sunny Californian desert this January in Joshua Tree National Park. We’ll spend our days hiking through JTree’s unique landscape with its amazing joshua tree formations. We’ll go rock climbing on the rugged granite outcrops and discover the secrets of three different desert ecosystems. Our nights will be spent camping under the brilliant southern stars. No experience is required.January 8-16, 2010 Cost: $445 UMD/ $695 Others. Price includes food, camping fees, transportation from the Los Angeles airport, instruction, climbing gear and group camping gear. (Transportation to Los Angeles, Ca is on your own.) Register for January Break Trips by October 30 and receive a 5% discount. Info Sheets Fall Semester 2009 Trips Canoeing the Boundary WatersExplore the beauty and wonder of one of the most spectacular wilderness areas in the United States! We’ll load our Duluth Packs and paddle through lakes north of the Gunflint Trail to our base camp. Then paddle to the historic Height of Land Portage, all while looking for moose, listening for wolves, and learning about the environment.Depart: Friday, September 18 2pm Return: Sunday, September 20 6pm Register By: Noon, September 16 We Provide: Transportation, Canoeing Gear, Food, Group Camping Equipment, Duluth Packs You Provide: Personal Camping Gear Cost: $62 for UMD Students/ $108 Others Info Sheet River Wave Riding in Canada: Stand-Up Paddleboard, Surfboard, Whitewater Kayak & CanoeThe Winnepeg River at Sturgeon Falls offers large glassy waves that can be surfed using a variety of equipment. We will base camp in tents alongside the river and play in the rapids for two days. Basic surfing or kayaking skills are needed for this trip. The best way to develop these skills before this trip is to join the UMD RSOP Surf Membership or UMD Kayak and Canoe Club. A Passport is required. See Trip Packet for full details.Depart: Friday, September 25 at 2pm Return: Sunday, September 27 at Midnight Register By: 2pm, September 22 We Provide: All Group Camping Gear, Surfboards, Kayaks, Food, Instruction,Transportation You Provide: Personal Camping Gear Meet: RSOP Trailhead in the Sports and Health Center Lobby Cost: $70 UMD Students Only, must be UMD RSOP Surf Member or Kayak and Canoe Club Member Info Sheet Backpack the Porcupine Mountains, MIThere are mountains around here? Yes, and they are beautiful!
In the Upper Peninsula of Michigan are the secluded Porcupine
Mountains, right along Lake Superior. Enjoy fall colors at their
finest! Marvel at the colors by day and the starlit sky by night.
We will help you develop backpacking skills while we discover
the “Porkies” fall forest beauty. New friends and adventure for
everyone who comes along. No experience is necessary. Spring Break Trips 2009
Hike The Legendary Appalachian TrailSpend spring break hiking the world famous Appalachian Trail. Our route will explore the southern end of the trail through the legendary Great Smoky Mountains. We will likely talk with Appalachian thru-hikers who are just beginning their 2,069 mile journey to Maine and who plan to continue on the Trail for 5 months. Days will be spent backpacking and will range from 5-12 miles per day, and our nights will be spent at either campsites or in AT shelters, and one evening will be spent in a hostel. All experience levels are welcome. Plan on a mild athletic pace, stunning views and simple living with new friends.March 13-22, 2009 Cost: $450 UMD Students:/$695 Others Info Sheet Itinerary Equipment List Spring 2007 Slideshow So-Cal Spring Break Surfing SafariSpend a solid week surfing, stand-up paddle boarding, biking and hiking the Southern California coastline. From our Winter Break 2009
Sea Kayak the EvergladesGliding over the backs of alligators, watching dolphins herd fish, Fall Semester 2008
Sea Kayak the Apostle Islands OvernightThe Apostle Islands National Lakeshore is a beautiful string of islands on Lake Superior’s South Shore. Join the UMD Kayak and Canoe Club as we circumnavigate Sand Island and explore the ever-popular sea caves. We’ll spend one night at the campground near Sand Island on the shores of Lake Superior. The trip will be an excellent opportunity to see the lake from a new perspective. Basic kayaking skills are needed.Depart: Saturday, September 20 8am Return: Sunday, September 21 6pm Register By: 2pm, September 13 We Provide: All Group Gear, Kayaks, Food, Instruction, Transportation You Provide: Personal Camping Gear Meet: RSOP Trailhead in the Sports and Health Center Lobby Cost: $70 UMD Students Only/$35 2008-09 Kayak and Canoe Club Members Info Sheet Backpack the Porcupine Mountains, MIThere are mountains around here? Yes, and they are beautiful! In the Upper Peninsula of Michigan are the secluded Porcupine Mountains, right along Lake Superior. Enjoy fall colors at their finest! Marvel at the colors by day and the starlit sky by night. We will help you develop backpacking skills while we discover the “Porkies” fall forest beauty. New friends and adventure for everyone who comes along. No experience is necessary.Depart: Friday, October 3 3pm Return: Sunday, October 5 6pm Register By: Noon, October 1 We Provide: Transportation, Food, Group Camping Gear You Provide: Backpack, Personal Camping Gear Cost: $62 for UMD Students/ $108 Others Info Sheet Paddling the Boundary Waters Canoe Area WildernessWe’ll load up our Duluth packs and paddle through the majestic
lakes of the BWCA. Explore the beauty and wonder of this
pristine wilderness with experienced and enthusiastic leaders.
Stargazing, stories, and listening for hooting owls and howling
wolves are included on this trip’s itinerary. Beautiful fall colors,
few people, and no bugs will make this a special trip. No experience Spring Break 2009
Spring Break Surfing SafariMarch 14-22, 2009 Fall Semestar 2008
Climb Devil’s Tower, WyomingDevil’s Tower National Monument in Wyoming is one or our
nation’s most striking natural features with a 100-year history
of rock climbing. Climb with our experienced instructors to explore
the steep cracks and stand on the summit of this beautiful
rock monolith - 1,200 feet above the valley below. Camp at the
base of this awesome tower and trace its outline against a starry
autumn sky. Intermediate rock climbing skills are required. Spring Semester 2008 Trips
Boundary Waters Canoe Area Camping & Ice Fishing WeekendHave you ever experienced the BWCA in winter? Interested in an ice fishing get-a-way? Maybe you want to go back and experience once again the beautiful winter in the BWCA. Never brought up a trout from the icy waters of a lake? Well, here's your chance. Join us for a weekend of winter camping and ice fishing in Minnesota's premier wilderness.Depart February 15, 2pm Return February 17, 5pm Register By: 2pm, February 13 We Provide: Transportation, Group Gear, Food, Ice Fishing Gear You Provide: Bag Supper for Friday Night, Personal Camping Gear, Backcountry Skis or Snowshoes, Warm Clothes, Personal Fishing Gear (if you have it), and Minnesota Fishing License Skill Level: No Experience needed! (Some winter gear is available for rental) Cost: $57 UMD Students / $101 Others Info Sheet Backpacking the Superior Hiking TrailIt’s Spring!!!! Come Check out the beautiful North Shore on
a scenic trip on the Superior Hiking Trail. This is a great get-away
for anyone seeking a break from a stressful week. If you enjoy the
great outdoors, then join us for an exciting backpacking/camping
weekend. Spring Break 2008
Trips Red River Road TripSpring Break - March 15-23, 2008Take a trip to the world-famous Red River Gorge this Spring Break. The group will drive from Duluth to the beautiful Daniel Boone State Forest in Kentucky. We’ll spend the first day exploring the depths of Mammoth Cave, the longest cave in the world. Next, try your hand at climbing the sandstone climbs of the “Red”. Difficulty ranges from friendly, beginner climbs to arm-pumping overhangs that will challenge the most seasoned climbers. We’ll set up climbs to match every skill level. Our schedule leaves room for a rest day or two hiking through amazing scenery with stone arches, waterfalls, caves and miles of cliff lines found in this Southern landscape. This trip is perfect for beginner and experienced climbers alike. Unlock the mysteries of this well-kept secret area within the beautiful state of Kentucky. Cost: UMD Students: $410 Others: $595 Info Sheet Itinerary Equipment List Spring Break Surfing SafariMarch 15-23, 2008Take your surfing to the next level! Join us for a Baja Mexico surf trip. This surf trip promises to be an energetic exploration of the coastline and aquatic environments found in Baja Mexico. You will be actively involved with and learning about many things including: the University of California San Diego Outback Adventures Program, traveling in Mexico, ocean safety, board surfing, kayak surfing, kite boarding, cooperative group adventure and minimum impact camping. Our itinerary allows time for exploring a few surf shops, hiking the coastline, and taking in cultural points of interest. The veteran Outdoor Education Staff from two Universities look forward to providing a world class learning environment so that everyone involved can build upon their surfing, camping and travel skills. Cost: UMD Students: $435/ Others: $685. Cost of flight not included. Info Sheet Fall Semester 2007 Trips
Paddling the Boundary Waters Canoe Area WildernessWe’ll load up our Duluth packs and paddle through the majestic lakes of the BWCA. Explore the beauty and wonder of this pristine wilderness with experienced and enthusiastic leaders. Stargazing, stories, and listening for hooting owls and howling wolves are included on this trip’s itinerary. Beautiful fall colors, few people, and no bugs will make this a special trip. No experiencerequired. Depart: Friday, September 14 2pm Return: Sunday, September 16 6pm Register By: Noon, September 12 We Provide: Group Gear, Food, Transportation, Instruction You Provide: Personal Camping Gear Cost: $62 UMD Students / $107 Others Info Sheet Backpack Porcupine Mountains, MichiganThere are mountains around here? Yes, and they are beautiful! In the Upper Peninsula of Michigan are the secluded Porcupine Mountains, right along Lake Superior. Enjoy fall colors at their finest! Marvel at the colors by day and the starlit sky by night. We will help you develop backpacking skills while we discover the “Porkies” fall forest beauty. New friends and adventure for everyone who comes along. No experience is necessary.Depart: Friday, September 28 2pm Return: Sunday, September 30 7pm Register By: Noon, September 26 We Provide: Transportation, Food, Group Camping Gear You Provide: Backpack, Personal Camping Gear Cost: $58 UMD Students/ $98 Others Info Page |
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