Special Activities

The Recreation and Wellbeing - Outdoor Program hosts many events in addition to its seasonal trips and activities.

Climbing Center Free Rental Fridays

Show your Vandal ID Card for free Climbing Center rentals during regular business hours noon to 9 p.m. This event is open to the public.

Date: August 28, September 25, October 30, and November 20

Questions? Contact Nathan Moody at 208-885-6810 or nmoody@uidaho.edu

If you aren't good at bowling, like to climb, and want to gather a team of crushers to compete in a 6 week bouldering league, you are in luck! 6 rounds of new and exciting boulders, Big Lewbowki themed Halloween week comp, and a chance to win some prizes.

Date: Starts September 15 through October 31 (punny team name required).

Cost: $10 please sign-up in advance to reserve your spot.

Questions? Contact Nathan at 208-885-6810 or email nmoody@uidaho.edu

Virtual Ventures

These webinars are hosted by the University of Idaho Outdoor Program

Planning DIY Outdoor Adventure
Learn what it takes to plan your own successful outing.

Clinic: October 18 at 4 p.m. via Zoom
Cost: Free

Ski Tuning Clinic
Learn the basics of tuning your ski gear for the upcoming season..

Clinic: November 18 at 4 p.m. via Zoom
Cost: Free

Avalanche Awareness
An introduction into avalanches and snow safety.

Clinic: December 9 at 4 p.m. via Zoom
Cost: Free

Questions? Contact the Outdoor Program at 208-885-6810

Monster Match Climbing Add-On Competition

Virtual week long, frighteningly fun, climbing comp. This event will conclude the Bowldering League.

Date: 7-9 p.m., Oct. 31
Cost: $20

Questions? Contact Nathan at 208-885-6810 or nmoody@uidaho.edu

Wilderness First Aid Course

This course is an introduction to wilderness medicine and basic life support skills. Includes CPR certification. Taught by Desert Mountain Medicine.

Cost: $225
Course: Canceled - April 11-12. Courses take place at the Student Rec Center. Taught by Desert Mountain Medicine

Questions? Contact the Outdoor Program at 208-885-6810.

Team-Building Activities

Educational Whitewater Rafting Trips

We offer single or multi-day rafting experiences for your university department or group. Contact the Outdoor Program at 208-885-6810 for prices and information.

Leadership and Challenge Programs

We offer leadership development and low-element challenge activities for your university department or group. Contact the Outdoor Program at 208-885-6810 for more information.