Trips, Clinics, and Activities

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ENVIRONMENTAL INITIATIVES

Outing Center Vans are Carbon NeutralThis fall Outing Center vans traveled approximately 455 miles and were responsible for releasing 591.5 pounds of carbon. We are committed to minimizing our impact on the planet and we will purchase Renewable Energy Credits at the end of the academic year to offset our van usage. This policy will be continued throughout the spring semester. GREEN NDSU - Outing Center Tree PlantingThis coming spring the Outing Center will plant 4 trees for each of the trips that left the Fargo-Moorhead area this past fall semester. Look for the GREEN NDSU logo for all the trips that are included in this program. Recycled PaperOur catalogs are still printed on 100% post-consumer, chlorine-free, recycled paper. Thanks for helping to make the planet greener by participating in Outing Center Trips.

Gooseberry Falls

Date: Saturday, October 11

Location: Gooseberry Falls State Park

Depart Time: 6:00am

Return Time: Midnight

Cost: $35 (meals not included)

Come and enjoy the peak color season along the North Shore of Minnesota. Gooseberry Falls is the gateway to the North Shore. It is known for its spectacular waterfalls, river gorge, Lake Superior shoreline, Civilian Conservation Corps log and stone structures, and north woods wildlife. Listen to the thunderous roar of the Upper, Middle and Lower Falls of the Gooseberry River as it plummets through a rocky gorge. Watch for waves, ships, or the moon rise on Lake Superior from an ancient lava flow known as the Picnic Flow. Participants are responsible for all meals and should pack a lunch that can be brought into the Falls. The group will stop in Brainerd, MN for breakfast and Duluth, MN for supper. Pick up a What to Wear: Hiking sheet when you register. Participants must register at the Recreation & Outing Center. Registration will end September 26. Must have at least 12 participants and no more than 28.

Mall of America Trip

Date: Friday, December 5

Location: Bloomington, MN

Depart Time: 7:00am

Return Time: 11:00pm

Cost: $35 (meals not included)

Looking to get in some last minute shopping? Having a hard time finding that perfect gift? Then join us on an 8-hour shopping and recreation event in the largest indoor retail complex in the United States a complex, which houses more than 520 stores, 86 restaurants and specialty food stores, and an amusement park. We will leave the Memorial Union at 7am and return at 11pm. Participants must register at the Recreation & Outing Center. Registration will end November 21. Must have at least 12 participants and no more than 28.

Andes Tower Hills Downhill Ski & Snowboard Trip I

Date: Friday, December 12

Location: Kensington, MN

Depart Time: 1:30pm

Return Time: Midnight

Cost: Listed below (does not include meals)

Ever run on fresh powder under clear blue skies? How about under the stars? Come join us at one of the best kept secrets of western Minnesota. Come ski and snowboard Andes Tower Hills. Skiing is a great activity whether you are looking for improved fitness or just an opportunity to get outside. Pick up a What to Wear: Ski & Snowboard sheet when you register. We will leave the Memorial Union promptly at noon and return at midnight. Participants must register at the Recreation & Outing Center. Registration will end November 26. Must have at least 14 participants and no more than 42.

Cost with Ski Rental: $77 for students/staff/faculty

Cost with Snowboard Rental: $85 for students/staff/faculty

Cost without Rental: $60 for students/staff/faculty

Andes Tower Hills Downhill Ski & Snowboard Trip II

Date: Friday, January 16

Location: Kensington, MN

Depart Time: 1:30pm

Return Time: 2:00am

Cost: Listed below (does not include meals)

Ever run on fresh powder under clear blue skies? How about under the stars? Come join us at one of the best kept secrets of western Minnesota. Come ski and snowboard Andes Tower Hills. Skiing is a great activity whether you are looking for improved fitness or just an opportunity to get outside. Pick up a What to Wear: Ski & Snowboard sheet when you register. We will leave the Memorial Union promptly at noon and return at midnight. Participants must register at the Recreation & Outing Center. Registration will end December 19. Must have at least 14 participants and no more than 42.

Cost with Ski Rental: $77 for students/staff/faculty

Cost with Snowboard Rental: $85 for students/staff/faculty

Cost without Rental: $60 for students/staff/faculty

Andes Tower Hills Downhill Ski & Snowboard Trip III

Date: Friday, February 20

Location: Kensington, MN

Depart Time: 1:30pm

Return Time: 2:00am

Cost: Listed below (does not include meals)

Ever run on fresh powder under clear blue skies? How about under the stars? Come join us at one of the best kept secrets of western Minnesota. Come ski and snowboard Andes Tower Hills. Skiing is a great activity whether you are looking for improved fitness or just an opportunity to get outside. Pick up a What to Wear: Ski & Snowboard sheet when you register. We will leave the Memorial Union promptly at noon and return at midnight. Participants must register at the Recreation & Outing Center. Registration will end February 6. Must have at least 14 participants and no more than 42.

Cost with Ski Rental: $77 for students/staff/faculty

Cost with Snowboard Rental: $85 for students/staff/faculty

Cost without Rental: $60 for students/staff/faculty

* Cancellations: All trip cancellations must be made at least three business days in advance. Cancellations made more than three business days in advance will receive a refund for 90% of their registration fee. Cancellations made less than three business days before the trip will forfeit all registration fees.
* If a trip, workshop or clinic is cancelled by the Outing Center, a full refund will be given.
* The programs operated by the Outing Center are Drug and Alcohol Free. These are not permitted at any point during the trip, workshop or clinic. If person(s) are found to be in violation of this policy, the Outing Center staff has the right to remove the participant from the trip. The participant will be responsible for arranging return transportation at their own expense.