Outdoor Trips and Courses

a lone hiker on a snowy mountain ridge

ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ and the surrounding areas are the perfect setting to recreate and enjoy the great outdoors. Outdoor Pursuits offers a variety of trips and courses located in and around ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ and throughout the state. Take advantage of learning new skills and exploring all that the area and state has to offer!

Trips and courses are designed with the beginner CU ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ students in mind. Our goal is to introduce and develop your skills so that you can be proficient when you head out with your friends or one of the amazing student organizations on campus. Membership to the Rec Center is required to participate in all trips and courses.

Avalanche Courses & Winter Activities

Courses include avalanche safety, skiing, snowshoeing and more.

Break Trips

Visit a national park during fall, spring and summer breaks.

Climbing Gym Courses

Take advantage of these great courses that will get you ready for any climbing adventure. 

 

ECenter Bike Clinics and Classes

Explore local trails as you learn the basics of biking

Fly Fishing

Learn the basics of fly fishing on Colorado rivers and streams. 

Hiking and Backpacking Trips

Outdoor Pursuits offers a wide variety of hiking and backpacking courses.

Incoming Student Trips

Make lifelong connections, memories and try out some outdoor activities before the semester begins!

Kayaking

Learn the basics of kayaking in the pool and on the river. 

Outdoor Rock and Ice Climbing

Courses include outdoor climbing trips and techniques for bouldering and rope climbs. 

Scuba Courses

Courses include beginner to advanced scuba, including refreshers. 

Wilderness Workshops

Join a free workshop to learn a variety of outdoor skills.

Wilderness Medicine

Earn your Wilderness First Responder certification.

Contact Outdoor Pursuits

 

Location

  Outdoor Pursuits Offices, Student Recreation Center


 

Contact

   303-492-6080
   cuop@colorado.edu

 

Outdoor Pursuits Desk and Climbing Gym Hours

Fall and spring semester hours

Monday: 9 a.m.-7 p.m.
Tuesday-Friday: 9 a.m.-11 p.m.
Saturday-Sunday: 12-10 p.m.

Break, finals and summer hours

Monday-Friday: 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Saturday-Sunday: 12-8 p.m.

Please call 303-492-6080 for rental needs.