Special Activities
The Recreation and Wellbeing - Outdoor Program hosts many events in addition to its seasonal trips and activities.
Show your Vandal ID Card for free Climbing Center rentals during regular business hours noon to 9 p.m. This event is open to the public.
Date: August 28, September 25, October 30, and November 20
Questions? Contact Nathan Moody at 208-885-6810 or nmoody@uidaho.edu
If you aren't good at bowling, like to climb, and want to gather a team of crushers to compete in a 6 week bouldering league, you are in luck! 6 rounds of new and exciting boulders, Big Lewbowki themed Halloween week comp, and a chance to win some prizes.
Date: Starts September 15 through October 31 (punny team name required).
Cost: $10 please sign-up in advance to reserve your spot.
Questions? Contact Nathan at 208-885-6810 or email nmoody@uidaho.edu
These webinars are hosted by the University of Idaho Outdoor Program
Planning DIY Outdoor Adventure
Learn what it takes to plan your own successful outing.
Clinic: October 18 at 4 p.m. via Zoom<if you missed it you can view it here>
Cost: Free
Ski Tuning Clinic
Learn the basics of tuning your ski gear for the upcoming season..
Clinic: November 18 at 4 p.m. via Zoom
Cost: Free
Avalanche Awareness
An introduction into avalanches and snow safety.
Clinic: December 9 at 4 p.m. via Zoom
Cost: Free
Questions? Contact the Outdoor Program at 208-885-6810
Register for a frighteningly fun, week long climbing competition where you are encouraged to come try hard on some fund bouldering routes. Top 3 will win prizes. This event will conclude the Bowldering League.
Dates: October 26 - 31
Cost: $7
Divisions
- Minimum grade bouldering V0
- Minimum grade bouldering V2
- Minimum grade bouldering V4
- Minimum grade bouldering V8
Note: To compete, competitors must download the MyClimb app in Google Play for Android, or the App Store. After creating a MyClimb account and registering for the University of Idaho Climbing Center, navigate to the sign-up for your division before the competition begins on October 26.
Questions? Contact Nathan at 208-885-6810 or nmoody@uidaho.edu
This course is an introduction to wilderness medicine and basic life support skills. Includes CPR certification. Courses take place at the Student Rec Center. Register by December 18. Taught by Desert Mountain Medicine.
Full Course: January 6 - 10
Cost: $700
Refresher Course Dates: January 8 - 10
Cost: $325
Questions? Contact the Outdoor Program at 208-885-6810.
Team-Building Activities
Educational Whitewater Rafting Trips
We offer single or multi-day rafting experiences for your university department or group. Contact the Outdoor Program at 208-885-6810 for prices and information.
Leadership and Challenge Programs
We offer leadership development and low-element challenge activities for your university department or group. Contact the Outdoor Program at 208-885-6810 for more information.
Upcoming Events
Backcountry Film Festival
Wednesday, Jan. 29, 7 p.m. at the Kenworthy Performing Arts Centre. Tickets are $10, all proceeds benefit the Wallowa Avalanche Center