Adventure Trip Schedule

Place: Peshtigo River, WI
Date: September, 5-7 2008
Cost: Student $155, University $160, Guest $185
Pre-Trip Meeting: September 2 @ 5 PM

Come battle the raging class III and IV rapids of the Peshigo River. This trip will be an excellent introduction to the thrilling world of whitewater rafting and is sure to quench your adventuresome thirst.

Place: Cedar Valley Nature Trail, IA
Date: September 13-14, 2008
Cost: Student $30, University $35, Guest $50
Pre-Trip Meeting: September 9 @ 5 PM

Join UNI Outdoors for a leisurely weekend of biking! We'll begin in Cedar Falls and head south on the Cedar Valley Nature Trail. At the end of the day, we'll be met by a familiar face and a trailer full of camping gear. Spend the evening grilling out and relaxing before the bike ride back home to Cedar Falls the next day.

Place: Taylor Falls, MN
Date: September 19-21, 2008
Cost: Student $50, University $55, Guest $80
Pre-Trip Meeting: September 16 @ 5 PM

Spend the weekend climbing the cliffs of the St. Croix River Valley in Interstate Park. In addition to its climbing, the park also features ten different exposed lava flows and a forest ablaze in the autumn colors of red, gold, and orange. Take a break from climbing and hike the trails and explore the glacial potholes that make the park unique.

Place: George Wyth, IA
Date: September 15, 2008 & October 14, 2008
Cost: Student $10, University $12, Guest $20
Pre-Trip Meeting: September 15 & October 14 @ 7:30 PM

Spend the evening paddling by the moonlight! Join UNI Outdoors after the sun goes down for paddling on the lake and s'mores around the campfire. We'll provide the gear, you provide the company.

Place: Maquoketa Caves State Park, IA
Date: September 27-28, 2008
Cost: Student $25, University $30, Guest $45
Pre-Trip Meeting: September 23 @ 5 PM

Grab your child and spend some quality time in the out-of-doors! We'll hike and explore both the under-world and the unique trails at Maquoketa Caves State Park. Located in the Eastern part of the state, Maquoketa Caves is the perfect spot for those who are looking for a good introduction to spelunking or who just have a thirst for adventure. Children ages 8 and up are welcome.

Place: Pictured Rocks, MI
Date: October 2-5, 2008
Cost: Student $90, University $95, Guest $120
Pre-Trip Meeting: September 29 @ 5 PM

Sandstone cliffs, beaches, sand dunes, waterfalls, lakes, forest, and shoreline beckon you to visit Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. The lakeshore hugs the Lake Superior shoreline and rewards hikers with exhilerating views and opportunities for personal challenge. Lake Superior is the largest, deepest, coldest, and most pristine of all the Great Lakes.

Place: Cedar Falls, IA
Date: October 18, 2008
Cost: $45 per team; 3 participants per team
*Teams must be coed and university affiliated
Pre-Trip Meeting: October 18 @ 8 AM

This adventure race is in year three and a sure shot for a good time. This friendly even consists of a 5 K run, 3 mile paddle, and quarter mile portage. Thrown into the imx are two mystery events that are sure to be exciting!

Place: Southern Illinois
Date: October 24-26, 2008
Cost: Student $60, University $55, Guest $90
Pre-Trip Meeting:October 21 @ 5 PM

Come crank hard on the world famous sandstone for a weekend of couldering and climbing in Jackson Falls, Southern Illinois. Featureed in Rock and Ice Magazine and climbing videos, this area offers some of the best climbing around. Combine that with the fall's natural beauty, and you've got yourself an adventure not to be missed. All skill levels welcome!

Place: Kettle Moraine State Forest, WI
Date: November 7-9, 2008
Cost: Student $50, University $55, Guest $80
Pre-Trip Meeting:November 4 @ 5 PM

Every night is ladies' night on this women-only trip! Spend three days and two nights backpacking through the pristine wilderness of Kettle Moraine State Forest. Rugged trails and fantastic tales are just a few of the adventures you will experience. So set your heels aside, grap your hiking boots, and join us for this wild women wilderness weekend (try to say that 10 times fast)!

Place: Grand Canyon/Havasupai, AZ
Date: November 22-30, 2008
Cost: Student $600, University $620, Guest $700
*Sign-up by October 1 and receive a $25 discount! Pre-Trip Meeting:November 18 @ 5 PM

Investigate the riches of the Grand Canyon's western edge this Thanksgiving break. Spend three nights and four days backpacking through the magnificent canyons and exploring the beautiful waterfalls that make Havasupai one of the world's true hidden treasures. Although the Havasupai Indian Reservation is not within the Grand Canyon National Park Boundaries, we will visit the park en route for a day of sightseeing and day hiking. If that's not enough, we will also stop in Utah's famous Arches National Park. Sign up early so you don't miss out on this once in a lifetime opportunity! No experience is necessary.

Place: Mammoth Cave, KY
Date: December 5-7, 2008
Cost: Student $160, University $170, Guest $190
Pre-Trip Meeting: December 2 @ 5 PM

Enter night, exit light! Get down and dirty in the largest cave in the world! Join UNI Outdoors for a weekend of spelunking in Mammoth Cave National Park. The wild cave offers tight places and small spaces. No experience necessary. Lodging will consists of Kentucky style cabins near the park.

Place: Everglades, FL
Date: January 4-11, 2009
Cost: Student $275, University $285, Guest $350
*Prices do not include airfare
Pre-Trip Meeting:October 20 @ 5 PM

Escape the chill of Iowa during winter break and head to South Florida. Join UNI Outdoors as we spend the week paddeling in this true national wonder. Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wilderness in te United States and boasts rare and endangered species such as American Crocodile, Florida Panther, and the West Indian Nanatee. Co-op with Western Kentucky University. Pre-trip meeting is early, as airfare will need to be purchased well in advance.

Place: Inca Trail, Peru
Date: May 11-19, 2009
Cost: $4,200 *price subject to change
Pre-Trip Meeting:November 1 @ 5 PM

Walk in the foot steps of the Inca's this summer and join UNI Outdoors as we travel to the country of Peru. Your journey will begin with a flight from Cedar Rapids to Lima, the capital city of Peru. After spending the night in Lima, we will head back to the airport for another flight to the city of Cuzco, which is located in the heart of the Andes Mountains. At an elevation of over 10,000 feet Cuzco is known as the gateway to the Inca Empire. The next day will be spent trekking the historic Inca Trail culminating with a visit to the Cloud City of the Incas, Machu Picchu! During this part of the journey we will be accompanied by a Spanish translator and guide, with meals and porters also provided. After a long visit at Machu Picchu, we will take a scenic train ride back to Cuzco, where we will spend a rewarding night back in our hotel. The next day will be spent traveling back to Lima for the evening, before flying home.

Place:WRC 174
Date: September 18 & October 20, 2008
Time:6 PM

Join UNI Outdoors for information on our Peru adventure or just to learn a little bit more about the Inca Trail. During this hour, we will show you pictures, watch a short video from a pervious trip to the region, and answer any questions you may have.