Trips & Clinics

Adventure trips are planned and facilitated by student staff, with the guidance from our experienced leadership team. The trips range from one day to several nights in Florida and out of state. Our trips have taken students Rock Climbing, Skydiving, White Water Rafting, Backpacking, Sea Kayaking, and much more.

Fall 2018 Trip Schedule

Sunset Hike and Stargazing | Saturday, February 2

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Cost	Registration DEADLINE	Pre-Trip Meeting
$20	Monday, January 28, 2019 at 5pm	Tuesday, January 29, 2019 at 7pm

We’ll be hiking to catch the sunset, and spend the rest of the night star gazing at Big Cypress National Preserve – home to some of the last remaining dark skies in the country! Register online to secure your spot! Recstore.Fgcu.Edu

Everglades Canoe and Camp Trip | Saturday, February 32 - Sunday, February 24

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Cost	Registration DEADLINE	Pre-Trip Meeting
$45	Monday, Februay 18, 2019 at 5pm	Tuesday, February 19, 2019 at 7pm

This trip offers the chance to meet new people, learn basic canoe skills, and experience Florida Everglades! Price includes transportation, canoe and camping equipment/gear, and instruction – just bring your own food! Register online to secure your spot! Recstore.Fgcu.Edu

Open Water SCUBA Diving Certification Course | March 2019

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COST	REGISTRATION Deadline	Course dates
$300	Monday, February 25, 2019 at 5pm	FGCU Waterfront Classroom \| Tuesdays 5-8pm \| 3/12, 3/19, 3/26 FGCU Aquatics Center \| Thursdays 5-8pm \| 3/14, 3/21, 3/28 Check Out Dives \| 3/30 & 3/31

Must attend all classroom sessions, pool sessions, and check out dives in order to obtain certification. Outdoor Pursuits does not offer make-up dates for missed classes, so any absence is the participant’s responsibility to coordinate make-up time with Dean’s Dive Center. Register online to secure your spot! Recstore.Fgcu.Edu

Price includes

Books (manual, dive tables, log book)
Certification card
Use of regulator, buoyancy compensator, and tanks
3 classroom sessions on campus, 3 pool sessions on campus, 1 check out dive on campus, and 1 check out dive off of the east coast, travel to the east coast dive

Participants must provide their own:
Mask, fins, snorkel, booties, wet suit, safety marker and weight belt. Discounts available through Dean’s Dive Center.

Spring Break Backpacking @ Cumberland Island | March 3 - March 8

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COST	REGISTRATION Deadline	PRE-TRIP MEETING
$130	Monday, February 25, 2019 at 5pm	Tuesday, February 26, 2019 at 7pm

We will be spending our spring break backpacking through Cumberland Island, GA; home to wild horses, historical ruins, beach sunsets, and miles of wilderness. Price includes transportation, backpacking and camping gear, and instruction – just bring your own meals! No prior camping experience necessary. Register online to secure your spot! Recstore.Fgcu.Edu

Day Hike | March 16

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COST	REGISTRATION Deadline	PRE-TRIP MEETING
$10	Monday, March 11, 2019 at 5pm	Tuesday, March 12, 2019 at 7pm

Meet new people and take a break from studying with Outdoor Pursuits! We will be going on a hike, and practicing mindful techniques to ease semester stresses! Register online to secure your spot! Recstore.Fgcu.Edu

Women's Backpacking Weekend on the Florida Trail | March 22 - March 24

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COST	REGISTRATION deadline	PRE-TRIP MEETING
$45	Monday, March 18, 2019 at 5pm	Tuesday, March 19, 2019 at 7pm

This trip is intended for women, but we won’t exclude anyone. We will be backpacking a portion of the Florida trail, spending 2 nights and 3 days in the Florida wilderness. This trip is an Outdoor Pursuits favorite! Price includes transportation, backpacking and camping gear, and instruction – just bring your own meals! Register online to secure your spot! Recstore.Fgcu.Edu

Day Bike Trip @ Ding Darling | April 13

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Cost	REGISTRATION DEADLINE	PRE-TRIP MEETING
$40	Monday, April 8, 2019 at 5pm	Tuesday, April 9, 2019 at 7pm

We will be spending the day on Sanibel, biking around the island and Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge Center. The island is renowned for its beautiful beaches and wildlife – let’s ride! Price includes transportation and equipment – just bring your own meals! Register online to secure your spot! Recstore.Fgcu.Edu

Fall 2018 Free Clinics

Learn to Sail! #LoveBoat @Waterfront

Date: Thursday, February 14

Time: 4pm - 5pm

Price: FREE

Learn to Sail! @Waterfront

Date: Friday, March 15

Time: 4pm - 5pm

Price: FREE

Sunset Paddle @ Waterfront

Date: Thursday, April 4

Time: 7pm - 8pm

Price: FREE

Spots are open on a first-come first-serve basis!

frequently asked questions

Who can go?
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Only current FGCU Students/Faculty/Staff may attend Outdoor Pursuit trips. All of our trips are meant to be available for all skill levels and abilities, unless otherwise detailed in trip descriptions. Trips are first come, first serve with priority to students.
What's Included?
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Each trip is different, but most include:
- All travel to and from the destination.
- All necessary outdoor equipment (if you don’t have your own) such as tents, sleeping bags, backpacks, etc.
- All activity, lodging and camping fees.
- OP Staff and/or contracted leaders to facilitate the adventure experience.
How do I register?
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You can register online through our website by clicking the Registration button at the top of this page, or in person at the Waterfront Building. Please note that registration is first come, first serve with priority given to current FGCU students. Payment can be made by Eagle Dollars, check, or cash. Attendance is required at the pre-trip meeting in the Waterfront Building, unless a make-up meeting is scheduled with the Assistant Director of Outdoor Pursuits.
Cancellation Policies
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- Cancellation must be made at least two weeks (14 days) days prior to program/trip start date in order to receive a full refund. Otherwise 75% of the total trip cost will be deducted from the refund.
- Cancellations after the pre-trip meeting will NOT receive a refund. Exceptions may apply.
- Outdoor Pursuits staff reserves the right to cancel any trip or program at any time. Participants will receive a full refund for any trip cancelled by Outdoor Pursuits.
Additional Information
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- Participants will be placed in tent/cook groups, and will be required to purchase food to accommodate their group for the trip. Appropriate choices will be discussed at the pre-trip meeting.
- All trips will depart and return from the Waterfront Building.
- Trip departure times are dependent on the participants' schedules.

Fall 2018 Trip Schedule

Fall 2018 Free Clinics

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