Trips and Activities

University Recreation is partnering with the Multicultural Center to intentionally invite traditionally underserved communities to participate in outdoor recreation pursuits. We believe that natural spaces, parks, and the opportunity to recreate in the out-of-doors should exist equitably for all. UREC and the Multicultural Center aim to create community and a sense of belonging through all our facilities, programs, and services. All are welcome on these programs! 

Event	Location	Date	Time	Student	UREC Member	Registration Deadline	Registration
Campfire Conversations | Overnight Backpacking	To be announced!	November 4 - November 5	All Day	$20	$30	October 26	Register Here beginning August 14th

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Campfire Conversations | Overnight Backpacking | This trip seeks to gather socially conscious people and those who would not normally take this type of trip to give an experience to broaden their horizons. On this trip, participants will discuss issues of social justice, how to practice lifelong wellness, and create friendships.

Event	Location	Date	Time	Student	UREC Member	Registration Deadline	Registration
Day Paddling Trip	To be announced!	August 26	All Day	$10	$20	August 24	Register here beginning August 13th
Introduction to Whitewater Kayaking Clinic	HPER Pool	August 28	6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Free	Free	August 27	Register here beginning August 14th
Siloam Springs Whitewater Paddling	Siloam Springs Whitewater Park	September 10 Required Wet Exit Test out on September 7	9:00 AM - 5:00 PM	$10	$20	September 7	Register here beginning August 27th
Whitewater Roll Clinic	HPER Pool	September 14 September 21	6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Free	Free	September 13	Register here beginning on August 31 and September 7
Buffalo River Fall Break Paddling	HPER Pool	October 14 - October 17	All Day	$150	$250	October 3	Registration coming soon

Looking for some more information about the trip options above. Check out our descriptions below! If you have specific questions, feel free to reach out to us at camp@uark.edu or by calling 479-575-CAMP.

 

Introduction to Whitewater Kayaking | Are you interested in whitewater kayaking? This two hour clinic covers the basics of whitewater kayaking: boats, pfds, paddle strokes, and more! Spots are limited so be sure to register by the deadline indicated above. 

 

Siloam Springs Whitewater Kayaking | Join UREC Outdoors to test your whitewater kayaking skills outside at Siloam Springs Whitewater Kayak Park. An incredible resource in Northwest Arkansas and a popular destination for all whitewater paddlers to practice skills. You must be able to wet exit a kayak if you wish to participate in this trip and test out on September 7.

 

Whitewater Roll Clinic | A great introduction to whitewater kayaking essentials.  We’ll practice skills in a flatwater location (no whitewater) and cover proper paddle technique, balance, braces and the whitewater kayak roll. UREC Outdoors will provide an instructor to help you learn the kayak roll in a controlled environment.

 

Buffalo River Fall Break Canoeing | Join UREC Outdoors for 3 days on the Buffalo River! This trip will take you through the Buffalo River Wilderness, one of the most pristine watersheds in our part of the country. Sleep on the banks, paddle the calm waters, cook great meals, and see places that not many others get to see! There is a required pre-trip meeting on October 3rd. 

 

Event	Location	Date	Time	Student	UREC Member	Registration Deadline	Registration
Overnight Backpacking	To be Announced!	September 23 - September 24	All Day	$20	$30	September 12	Register here beginning August 14
Day Hike	To be announced!	October 8	All Day	$10	$20	October 4	Register here beginning September 24
Campfire Conversations | Overnight Backpacking	To be announced!	November 4 - November 5	All Day	$20	$30	October 26	Register here beginning August 14
Grand Canyon Backpacking	Grand Canyon National Park	November 18 - November 25	All Day	$250	$350	November 1	Register here beginning August 28

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Overnight Backpacking | Have you always wanted to try backpacking? This is a great trip for you. UREC Outdoors staff will help introduce you to backpacking and everything you need to do to carry everything you need on your back for the weekend. This trip is suitable for beginners, but participants are expected to carry everything they need for the 2 days in their backpacks as they hike in and out (backpacks can range in weight from 40-60lbs).

 

Day Hike | Come see a very popular Arkansas classic hike with UREC Outdoors. This trip is a great way to discover why Arkansas is called the Natural State. This trail is great for all experience levels.

 

Campfire Conversations | Overnight Backpacking | This trip seeks to gather socially conscious people and those who would not normally take this type of trip to give an experience to broaden their horizons. On this trip, participants will discuss issues of social justice, how to practice lifelong wellness, and create friendships.

 

Grand Canyon Backpacking | Hike in the beautiful Grand Canyon National Park over Thanksgiving Break! Enjoy 4 nights and 5 days deep within the walls of America’s largest canyon. The Grand Canyon is located entirely in northern Arizona; the park encompasses 277 miles of the Colorado River and adjacent uplands. You will be hiking in a desert climate, where water and protection from the elements make the difference between life and death.

The hike begins at a high elevation (7000-8000 feet) and requires a beautiful and exposed descent at the beginning of your trip, when your pack is heaviest. This trip is suitable for beginners, but participants are expected to carry everything they will need for four days in their backpacks as they hike in and out of the canyon. This trip has a required pre trip meeting on  November 1. 

Event	Location	Date	Time	Student	UREC Member	Registration Deadline	Registration
Introduction to Top Rope Belaying	Climbing Wall, HPER Gym 1	Every Sunday During the Fall Semester	6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Free	Free	The day before the clinic	Register here beginning 2 weeks prior to the clinic
Crate Stacking	Climbing Wall, HPER Gym 1	August 14 - 17	4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Free	Free	No registration required	No registration required
Introduction to Lead Climbing Clinic	Climbing Wall, HPER Gym 1	August 28 and 30 September 12 and 14 September 25 and 27 October 10 and 12 October 23 and 25 November 7 and 9 November 27 and 29	8:00 PM - 10:00 PM	Free	Free	August 28 September 12 September 25 October 10 October 23 November 7 November 27	Register here  2 weeks prior to the clinic
Day Climbing Trip	TBD	October 7	8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	$10	$20	October 4	Register Here beginning September 23
Horseshoe Canyon Ranch Climbing Weekend	Horseshoe Canyon Ranch	October 28 and 29 *Required Pre Trip Meeting October 19*	All Day	$20	$30	October 19	Register here beginning August 14
Introduction to Anchor Building	Climbing Wall, HPER Gym 1	November 15  November 30	8:00 PM - 10:00 PM	Free	Free	November 15 November 30	Register here  2 weeks prior to the clinic
Blacklight Bouldering	Bouldering Wall, HPER 102	October 30	7:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Free	Free	No Registration Required	No Registration Required
Winter Bouldering Competition	Bouldering Wall, HPER 102	December 1	6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	$10	$15	December 1	Register here beginning November 15

Looking for some more information about the trip options above. Check out our descriptions below! 

Introduction to Climbing Clinic | The two-hour course is the perfect place to teach you the basics of climbing and helps you "learn the ropes" with a comprehensive introduction to belaying technique that can be used to climb at the UREC Climbing Wall. Our lesson includes a tutorial on proper top rope belay technique and how to properly use climbing equipment.  

This class will give you all the tools you’ll need to take the Top Rope Belay Assessment! All equipment is provided, registration is required. 

 

Crate Stacking | UREC Outdoors is hosting crate stacking to kick off the fall semester. Bring some friends and give it a try at UREC. All you need is your student ID to enter UREC. Crate stacking is a game. The objective is to stack as many upside-down plastic milk crates as possible and stand on the top. Stackers rest their feet in the handle holes of the milk crates, and the challenge is to place the next crate and transfer footings without losing balance and knocking over the stack.

 

Lead Climbing Clinic | So you are interested in taking your climbing to the next level? Great! We can’t wait for you to explore new terrain and continue on your climbing journey. We encourage you before signing up to make sure that you are able to climb above a 5.8 comfortably and have knowledge of how to use a Petzl GriGri.   

UREC Outdoors staff will guide you through this 2 day, 4 hour clinic on the basics of lead climbing to increase your knowledge and skills. You must have passed the UREC Outdoors Petzl GriGri Belay Assessment to participate in this clinic.  

 

Day Climb | UREC Outdoors believes everyone can enjoy rock climbing and our objective is to help get people outside. The climbing day trip is a great opportunity for you to get involved and try rock climbing outside. There will be a short hike to the climbing crag where UREC Outdoors staff will set up some top rope climbs. 

 

Introduction to Anchor Building | A climbing anchor is a system made up of individual anchor points that are linked together to create a master point that the rope and/or climbers clip into to be securely attached to the rock. Whether you’re top-rope climbing or lead climbing, knowing how to build a solid anchor is absolutely critical to staying secure. UREC Outdoors staff will walk you through some tips and techniques to get you more comfortable with building anchors!

 

Event	Location	Date	Time	Student	UREC Member	Registration Deadline	Registration
Introduction to Bikes: Fix a Flat	HPER 102	August 24	4:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Free	Free	August 24	Register here beginning August 10
Introduction to Bikes: What to Carry on Trail	HPER 102	September 13	4:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Free	Free	September 13	Register here beginning August 30
Bentonville Day Trip - Beginner/Intermediate MTB	Bentonville, AR	September 23	All Day	$10	$20	September 12	Register here beginning September 9
Introduction to Bikes: Buying your first bike	HPER 103	October 19	4:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Free	Free	October 19	Register here beginning October 5
Halloween Costume: Greenway Ride	Razorback Greenway	October 30	6:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Free	Free	October 30	Register here beginning October 16
Introduction to Bikes: Safety Checks	HPER 102	Novemer 8	4:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Free	Free	November 8	Register here beginning October 25
Devil's Den Mountain Bike Trip	Devil's Den State Park	November 12	All Day	$10	$20	November 8	Register here beginning October 29

 

Introduction to Bikes Series | Join us for this comprehensive guide to cycling essentials! Whether you're a novice cyclist or seeking to enhance your biking skills, our expert instructors will walk you through the key topics you need to know. Learn how to fix a flat tire, pack essential gear for trail rides, make informed bike purchases, and perform thorough safety checks. With step-by-step instructions, and visual demonstrations, you'll gain the confidence to navigate the world of biking and embark on countless two-wheeled adventures. 

 

Event	Location	Date	Time	Student	UREC Member	General Public	Registration Deadline	Registration
Wilderness First Aid (WFA)	UREC	December 17 - 19	8am - 6pm	$200	$225	$250 Please contact Katherine Miller at kgmiller@uark.edu to register	December 16	Register Here
Wilderness First Responder (WFR)	UREC	January 5 - 13	8am - 6pm	$800	$850	$875 Please contact Katherine Miller at kgmiller@uark.edu to register	January 4	Register Here
Painting a Perspective - Mural Bike Tour	Link to Webpage	Ongoing	Anytime	N/A	N/A	N/A		No Registration, Bike Rentals Available Here

 

Looking for some more information about the trip options above. Check out our descriptions below!

Wilderness First Aid (WFA) - The WFA course is three days long and combines in-person lecture, skill labs, simulations, and case study reviews into a single course. It is the best choice for weekend campers, people taking day hikes within cell phone coverage, and those who are just looking for basic instruction. If you like it and want more, you can always come back later and take a longer, more intensive course. Our WFA course meets the Boy Scouts of America and the American Camping Association trip leader requirements.

 

Wilderness First Responder (WFR) - Our Wilderness First Responder course is designed for outdoor professionals, those who take multi-day or longer personal trips, those who take part in high risk activities (rock climbing, whitewater paddling, mountaineering, multi-week expeditions of all kinds, etc.), and those who simply want to know more about wilderness medicine. Certification as a Wilderness First Responder is the industry standard for outdoor instructors and guides. We recommend taking the full course—standard or hybrid—every six years.

 

Painting a Perspective - Mural Bike Tour | If you can’t join us for one of our mural bike tours, you can use the resources below to go on your own self-guided tour across Fayetteville. There are two routes to choose from, both of which are close to the University of Arkansas campus. Resources on how to rent a bike, maps, outdoor safety, and discussion of social justice and unity can also be found at UREC Outdoors. When visiting these murals keep the three questions below in mind: What do you SEE?  What do you FEEL?  What can we DO?