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UConn Outdoors This Week - updated 11/16/09

Fall 2009 Trips and Workshops

Trip Date(s) Limit Cost Experience Level Program Information UAC Free Demo Weekend Sept. 11 to 13 N/A Free N/A Sept. 11-Sept. 13 Mountain Biking Sept. 12,13, 26 Oct. 10,31 Nov. 7 6 $15 SRF Member/ $25 non-members Beginner Sept. 12,13, 26 Oct. 10,31 Nov. 7 Rock Climbing Sept. 12, 19, 20 8 $15 SRF Member/ $25 non-members Beginner Beginner Sept. 12, 19, 20 PADI Open Water SCUBA Certification Course Sept. 15 Dive Dates Oct. 24-25 10 $230 SRF Member/ $290 non-members Beginner Sept. 15 Bike Maintenance 101 Sept. 16, 23 Oct. 14,28 4 Free Beginner Sept. 16, 23 Oct. 14,28 Whitewater Kayaking Sept. 19,20,26,27 6 $55 SRF Member/ $75 non-members Beginner Beginner Sept. 19,20,26,27 Geocaching 101 Sept. 30 Oct. 28 8 Free Beginner Sept. 30, Oct. 28 Kayaking 101 Oct. 1, 15 Nov. 12 8 Free Beginner Oct. 1, 15 Nov. 12 Trailblading Oct. 3, 10 9 $15 SRF Member/ $25 non-members Beginner Oct. 3, 10 Mountain Biking, VT Oct. 3 to 4 8 $65 SRF Member/ $85 non-members Intermediate Oct. 3 to 4 Backpacking 101 Oct. 7 15 Free Beginner Oct. 7 Dayhiking Oct. 11, 17 24 Nov. 7 9 $20 SRF Member/ $30 non-members Beginner Oct. 11, 17 24 Nov. 7 Backpacking the Appalachian Trail, CT Oct. 17 to 18 8 $35 SRF Member/ $55 non-members Intermediate Oct. 17 to 18 UConn Fall Frisbee Golf Tournament Oct. 25 16 teams (2 person teams) Free Beginner Oct. 25 Cardboard Canoe Race Oct. 29 30 teams (2 person teams) $30 per team Beginner Oct. 29 Backpacking the Appalachian Trail, MA Oct. 31 to Nov. 1 8 $35 SRF Member/ $55 non-members Intermediate Oct. 31 to Nov. 1 Geocaching Scavenger Hunt Nov. 8 16 teams (2 person teams) Free Beginner Nov. 8 The Grand Canyon Fall Break Adventure Nov. 21 to 28 12 $420+airfare SRF Member/ $500+airfare non-members Advanced Nov. 21 to 28 UConn Bouldering Competition Nov. 15 40 $15 Beginner TBA

 

General Information

The UAC is the campus hub for all things adventure. Program registration, outdoor workshops and equipment rental all happen here. We also stock a wide variety of adventure reference materials such as maps, periodicals, guidebooks and mapping software to help you learn more about the adventure locations and activities at your fingertips. Stop by and visit with our staff, they will be happy to assist you.

Program Registration

Trip and clinic registration is on a first-come, first-serve basis and begins the first day of classes. At the time of registration, you will be asked to provide your valid UConn ID. Non-student SRF members are required to show proof of insurance at registration. Non-member guests are required to show a valid driver’s license and proof of insurance at registration. All participants will be asked to read, complete and sign the UConn Outdoors registration form.

Non-Member Policy

Non-members are allowed to participate in UConn Outdoors programs, except where noted. Non-members must be sponsored by a member registered for the same UConn Outdoors program. Only one non-member guest allowed per participant. Nonmembers are allowed to register for programs two weeks after the opening of regular program registration.

Payment

Payment is required in full at the time of registration, unless otherwise noted. Payment can be made in the form of Husky Bucks, cash or check made payable to “UConn Recreational Services.” Some programs may require a deposit. Please note that all deposits are non-refundable. Programs with deposits have a required date for the payment of remaining fees. Payment must be made by the date listed or the participant forfeits all fees.

Cancellation and Contingency

If you cancel your registration for any reason it must be done before the close of business (6:00PM) on the registration deadline in order to receive a 50% refund. Cancellations after the registration deadline will result in the forfeiture of all fees. As we are adventurers, our trips or clinics usually take place rain or shine. However, if the situation warrants it due to unsafe conditions, we reserve the right to cancel a trip/workshop at any time. In the event of a cancellation, all fees will be refunded. Additionally, UConn Outdoors reserves the right to remove or alter program itinerary items due to unforeseen circumstances.

Information Meetings

Some trips will require attendance at a pre-trip information meeting. Meetings are held in the UConn Adventure Center and times will be listed on the trip information form given to you at registration. These meetings are extremely important as equipment, food, safety issues, departure times and various other items will be discussed and determined by the group. attendance is mandatory unless otherwise arranged with the Director for Outdoor Adventure. Individuals who do not attend the information meetings without prior arrangements will not be allowed on the program and will forfeit all fees.

Personalized Group Adventures

Looking for a unique and exciting outing for your group or organization? UConn Outdoors is proud to offer select opportunities for personalized programming this fall semester. Contact the UConn Adventure Center at 486-8004 to discuss activities, locations and pricing.

Employment Opportunities

Have outdoor experience, no experience or just looking for one of the most fun jobs on campus? UConn Outdoors is seeking employees interested in working for our dynamic program. Inquire at the Student Recreation Facility, UConn Adventure Center front desk or visit our website for an application. For more information contact UConn Outdoors at 486-8004.