Outdoor Recreation can make your day, or change your life. Our diverse offerings bring members of the University and surrounding communities closer to the beauty and excitement of the natural world.

Workshops include:

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Poplar Ridge

Poplar Ridge is the experiential learning and training component of Outdoor Recreation. Poplar Ridge provides leadership, team-building, and organizational development for a variety of groups using our newly renovated, re-designed challenge course.

Outdoor Programs for First-Year Students

IM-Rec Sports Outdoor Recreation will continue our collaboration with on-Grounds student organizations to offer a series of outdoor trips and activities specifically designed for first-year students. To learn more about Outdoor Recreation programs, take a look at the current program schedule. Don't hesitate to e-mail or call us at 434.924.3791 for more information. Drop by the Outdoor Recreation Center at 119 Emmet Street, say hello, and check out our rental equipment and other resources.

Outdoor Recreation Center

The Outdoor Recreation Center, located on Emmet Street beside the Cavalier Inn, provides rental equipment for hiking, camping, and water sports, plus personalized trip planning assistance and an expanded resource library.

August 28–October 23:

Monday & Friday 12:30 PM–6:00 PM
Thursday 2:00 PM–6:00 PM

October 26–December 7:

Monday & Friday 12:30 PM–6:00 PM

For more information, call the Outdoor Rec Center at 434.924.7700

Equipment rentals available to the community (membership not required)! Check the non-member rental policies (PDF).