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
Inclusion Climb Night	Climbing Wall	February 9	6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Free	Free	None	No Registration Required
Greenway Mural Tour: Painting a Perspective	South Fayetteville Loop	February 25	10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Free	Free	February 24	Register Here on February 10
BIPOC Day Hike	Ozark - St. Francis National Forest	March 12	All Day	$5	$10	March 9	Register Here on February 26
No Man's Land Film Festival	Union Theater	April 6	6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	$5	$15 - Public	None	Tickets purchased at the door
Campfire Conversations | DEI Overnight Backpacking	The Ozarks	April 29-April 30	All Day	$20	$40	March 29	Register Here

 

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Inclusion Climb Night | Join UREC Outdoors as we welcome all to join us on a Thursday night to climb. Whether it’s’ your first time or your 1,000^th time climbing, we welcome you. Our staff are available to help you try climbing for the first time or give tips if you’re an experienced climber. Join us and make some new climbing friends!

 

Greenway Mural Tour: Painting a Perspective | Help us explore Fayetteville’s murals, all are welcome. At UREC Outdoors, we have put together a route to explore some incredible artistry across Fayetteville. Come join our discussion of social justice and unity and what it means for yourself and our campus community.

 

BIPOC Day Hike | Come see a popular Arkansas classic hike with UREC Outdoors. This trip is a great way to discover why Arkansas is called the Natural State. This trip welcomes all. We welcome all levels of hiking experience!

 

No Man’s Land Film Festival | No Man's Land Film Festival (NMLFF) is the premier all-women adventure film festival based out of Denver, Colorado, that meets a need and desire to highlight and connect women in pursuit of the radical. We are a collaboration and celebration of humans who are deeply engaged in enhancing the feminine presence in the adventure arena. The goal of this film festival is to connect like-minded individuals who are action-oriented, wish to support a shared vision of gender equality, have a desire to experience their passions and environments through a uniquely feminine lens, and above all, love adventure.

Along with cultivating a deep interest in exploring the vastness of our planet from a groundbreaking point of view, NMLFF strives to create a history of motivating audiences to implement and inspire change through human collaboration. Our mission transcends the films presented; this festival acts as a platform for progressive thought and movement in the outdoor industry.  At No Man's Land, we aim to un-define feminine in adventure and sport through film.

Moving forward, NMLFF celebrates and uplifts gender-diverse identities and is committed to creating a safe and inclusive space that champions the experiences of women, non-binary people, and transgender men. Being inclusive requires more effort and understanding of social constructs in order to break them down and un-define what it means to be feminine in the outdoor arena. All are welcome to join us for this film festival showing. 

 

Campfire Conversations : DEI 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. All are welcome! 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
Introduction to Whitewater Kayaking	HPER Pool	February 9	5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Free	Free	February 8	Register Here starting January 23
Introduction to Whitewater Kayaking	HPER Pool	February 23	5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Free	Free	February 22	Register Here starting February 9
Whitewater Kayaking Roll Clinic	HPER Pool	March 2	5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Free	Free	March 1	Register Here starting February 16
Whitewater Practice Session	HPER Pool	March 30	6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Free	Free	March 29	Register Here starting March 16
Day Paddling Trip	Dependent on Water Levels	April 8	All Day	$5	$10	March 29th	Register Here starting March 15

 

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Introduction to Whitewater Kayaking | Are you interested in whitewater kayaking? This three hour clinic covers the basics of whitewater kayaking: boats, pfds, paddle strokes, and more! 

 

Whitewater Kayaking 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. 

 

Whitewater Practice Session | Are the water levels a little too low to get outside? Come practice your whitewater kayaking skills in the HPER Pool. UREC Outdoors will provide the boats, PFDs, spray skirts, and more. No instruction will be provided at these sessions. 

 

Paddling Day Trip | Join UREC Outdoors on the water for a day to enjoy being outside and relaxing on the river or lake. This trip is dependent on water levels!  No experience is necessary. UREC Outdoors will provide the boats, PFDs, and paddles! 

Event	Location	Date	Time	Student	UREC Member	Registration Deadline	Registration
Overnight Backpacking	Ozark St Francis National Forest	February 25 -26	All Day	$20	$40	February 2	Register Here
Day Hike	Ozark St. Francis National Forest	March 5	All Day	$5	$10	March 2	Register Here beginning February 19
BIPOC Day Hike	Ozark - St. Francis National Forest	March 12	All Day	$5	$10	March 9	Register Here on February 26
Grand Canyon Backpacking	Grand Canyon National Park	March 18 - March 25	All Day	$250	$499	February 18	Register Here
Campfire Conversations | DEI Overnight Backpacking	Ozark St. Francis National Forest	April 29-April 30	All Day	$20	$40	March 29	Register Here

 

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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 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. 

 

BIPOC Day Hike | Come see a popular Arkansas classic hike with UREC Outdoors. This trip is a great way to discover why Arkansas is called the Natural State. This trip welcomes all. We welcome all levels of hiking experience!

 

Grand Canyon Backpacking | Hike in the beautiful Grand Canyon National Park over Spring 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 to be announced. 

 

Campfire Conversations : DEI 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
Introduction to Climbing Clinic	UREC Climbing Wall (Gym 1)	January 22 February 5 February 19 March 5 April 2 April 16 April 30	6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Free	Free	The day before the clinic!	Register Here
Lead Climbing Clinic	UREC Climbing Wall (Gym 1)	January 30 and February 1 February 14 and February 16 March 6 and March 8 March 28 and March 30 April 25 and April 27	8:00 PM - 10:00 PM	Free	Free	The day before the first day of the clinic!	Register Here
Big Wall Challenge	UREC Climbing Wall	February		Free	Free	Until February 28th	Register at the Climbing Wall
Inclusion Climb Night	UREC Climbing Wall	February 9	6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Free	Free	None	No Registration Required
Introduction to Anchor Building	UREC Climbing Wall	April 10  April 18	8:00 PM - 10:00 PM	Free	Free	The day before the clinic!	Register Here
Day Climb	Location TBD	April 16	All Day	$5	$10	April 5	Register Here
Spring Bouldering Competition	UREC Bouldering Wall (HPER 102)	May 4th	6:00 PM - 9:00 PM	$10	$15	May 3	Register Here

 

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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. 

 

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.  

 

Big Wall Challenge | More details coming soon!

 

Introduction to Anchor Building | 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!

 

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.

 

Inclusion Climb Night | Join UREC Outdoors as we welcome all to join us on a Thursday night to climb. Whether it’s’ your first time or your 1,000^th time climbing, we welcome you. Our staff are available to help you try climbing for the first time or give tips if you’re an experienced climber. Join us and make some new climbing friends!

 

Spring Bouldering Competition | UREC Outdoors will be offering a Spring Bouldering Competition. Come down to UREC Outdoors to learn more about the rules! All skill levels are encouraged to participate. Prizes and guaranteed FUN! Spots are limited so register in advance. 

Trips

Event	Location	Date	Time	Student	UREC Member	Registration Deadline	Registration
Greenway & Gravel Group Ride	Fayetteville	January 28	10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Free	Free	January 27 @ 11:59 PM	Register Here beginning January 13
Greenway Mural Tour	South Fayetteville Loop	February 25	10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Free	Free	February 24 @ 11:59 PM	Register Here beginning February 10
Intro To Bikepacking	Hobbs State Park	March 3 - March 5		$20	$40	February 24 @ 11:59 PM	Register Here beginning December 19
Eureka Springs MTB Day Trip	The Great Passion Play	April 8	8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	$5	$10	April 7 @ 5:00 PM	Register Here beginning March 24
Hobbs State Park MTB Day Trip	Hobbs State Park Monument Trails	April 22	8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	$5	$10	April 21 @ 5:00 PM	Register Here beginning April 7
Howler Bike Park Day Trip	Howler Bike Park	May 14	8:00 AM - 8:00 PM	$50	$80	May 13 @ 5:00 PM	Register Here beginning April 29

 

Greenway & Gravel Group Ride l Open to All Rider Levels and Abilities l Join UREC Outdoors for a mellow greenway and gravel ride. Staying off the main roads and exploring around Fayetteville. This is a social ride, which has a slower pace to allow for people to engage in conversation while riding. Hot Cocoa social following the ride to warm up cold hands. Register here. 

 

Greenway Mural Tour l Open to All Rider Levels and Abilities l Join UREC Outdoors for a slow roll tour of murals throughout Fayetteville.These tours will have a facilitated discussion on various topics pertaining to the artwork. A rental and a helmet are included in the price of the event, if you need either of those pieces of gear. We also welcome e-scooters for this particular event, however those will be at the expense of the participants to use during this time. Register here. 

 

Intro To Bikepacking l Open to All Rider Levels l This weekend long trip will give you a great introduction into bikepacking. Friday will be a clinic based day to help get ready for the next two days spent on the bike. Camping off Beaver Lake and riding through the forest awaits for those who want a taste of adventure riding. Space is limited, so register here to claim a spot. 

 

Eureka Springs MTB Day Trip l Intermediate to Advanced Riders l Eureka Springs has some of the best downhill in the region. It is fast, fun, and loose. We will be riding in the Great Passion Play area, so expect a day of pedaling in the rain or shine. Lunch is included in trip cost. This is aimed at riders who feel solid on blue and black trails. Space is limited, so register here to claim a spot.

 

Hobbs State Park MTB Day Trip l Beginner to Intermediate Riders l This weekend long trip will give you a great introduction into bikepacking. Friday will be a clinic based day to help get ready for the next two days spent on the bike. Camping off Beaver Lake and riding through the forest awaits for those who want a taste of adventure riding. Open to all skill levels. Space is limited, so register here to claim a spot.

 

Howler Bike Park Day Trip l Open to All Skill Levels l Howler Bike Park located in Branson, Missouri is home to some great gravity designed trails. Enjoy the end of the Spring 2023 semester and kick back on the uphill while you ride on the shuttle. The lift ticket and lunch are included in the trip cost. As is a mountain bike rental and helmet if you need one! This trip is perfect for people who feel fairly comfortable on a variety of mountain bike trails. There are trails ranging green to double black, so it's a pick your adventure on this trip! Space is limited, so register here to claim a spot.

 

Workshops

Event	Location	Date	Time	Student	UREC Member	Registration Deadline	Registration
Wednesday Wrench Workshop Series	HPER 102	January 25 - March 1	4:00 PM - 5:30 PM	$50	$80	January 24 @ 11:59 PM	Register Here

 

Wrenches Workshop Series l This is a six week workshop series that is designed to help mechanics progress and work through various parts of the bike to create a baseline of knowledge to help trouble shoot repairs and maintenance on bikes. Every week will cover a different topic and a hands on application of that topic. If you want to learn how to work on brakes, wheels, and more this will help you. Meet every Wednesday from 4pm-5:30pm from January 25th-March 1. Space is limited, so hop on the registration site to secure your spot. 

Event	Location	Date	Time	Student	UREC Member	General Public	Registration Deadline	Registration
Wilderness First Responder	UREC	March 18-26	8am - 6pm	$800	$850	$875 Please contact Katherine Miller at kgmiller@uark.edu to register	March 18 8:00 AM	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

 

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Wilderness First Responder - 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?