色花堂

Trips

Outdoor trip leaders are experienced, outgoing, and passionate about sharing their love of the outdoors and building community on trips. All instruction, transportation, and technical equipment is included in the cost. Meals will be provided on overnight trips. All trips are designed to be cooperative, educational experiences that allow participants to:

• create meaningful connections with other students outside of the classroom
• challenge themselves mentally and physically
• learn skills necessary to plan their own outdoor trips
• take an active role in the success of themselves as well as the group
• adventure off campus in unique settings in Maryland and throughout the mid-Atlantic 

Fall 2024 Trip Schedule

Hiking & Yoga at Cromwell Valley Park

• Date: Saturday, September 7
• Time: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
• Fees:
  • Student: $5.00
  • Faculty/Staff: $6.00
  • Alumni: $8.00
• Registration: August 23 - September 4
• Description: Is the start of the semester weighing you down? Take this chance to de-stress and improve your well-being. Enjoy a group hike in Cromwell Valley Park and end your day with a yoga practice enhanced by the natural environment.

Stand Up Paddleboarding at Dundee Creek

• Date: Sunday, September 15
• Hours: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
• Fees:
  • Students: $10.00
  • Faculty/Staff: $12.00
  • Alumni: $15.00
• Registration: August 23 - September 11
• Description: There is no better way to escape the heat of the city than on a SUP. Strike your best yoga pose or just paddle around and take in the scenery, it鈥檚 up to you as long as you鈥檙e having fun in the sun.

Over-night Backpacking on the Appalachian Trail

• Date: Saturday, September 21 - Sunday, September 22
• Hours: 9 a.m. Saturdday to 5 p.m. Sunday (overnight)
• Fees:
  • Student: $20.00
  • Faculty: $24.00
  • Alumni: $30.00
• Registration: August 23 - September 18
• Description: Join Outdoor Adventures and head west with us to the mountains of western Maryland on one of the country鈥檚 most famous hikes, the Appalachian Trail. Enjoy the crisp mountain air as you look out from one of the many overlooks along the trail. This shorter backpacking trip is a perfect option for someone with limited time or who is looking to 鈥渢ry it out鈥� before committing to one of our longer trips.

Whitewater Kayaking at Gunpowder Gorge

• Date: Saturday, October 5
• Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Fees:
  • Student: $10.00
  • Faculty/Staff: $12.00
  • Alumni: $15.00
• Registration: August 23 - October 1
• Description: Just up the road is one of the best kept secrets in Maryland: the Gunpowder Gorge. Enjoy a great day of learning to kayak on the Gunpowder River with less than a 30-minute drive home.

Rock Climbing at Cunningham Falls State Park

• Date: Sunday, October 13
• Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Fees:
  • Student: $12.00
  • Faculty/Staff: $15.00
  • Alumni: $18.00
• Registration: August 23 - October 9
• Description: If you鈥檝e tried the Climbing Wall, you鈥檝e got to try OUTDOOR rock climbing. Find your own path up the striking walls in Cunningham Falls State Park. This area hosts excellent climbing overlooking western Maryland from the top of Cat Rock!

Fall Fun Hiking at Gunpowder Falls and Beachmont Corn Maze

• Date: Saturday, October 19
• Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Fees:
  • Students: $5.00 (+$20 for corn maze)
  • Faculty/Staff: $6.00 (+$20 for corn maze)
  • Alumni: $8.00 (+$20 for corn maze)
• Registration: August 23 - October 16
• Description: There is an additional $20 fee for the corn maze. Join Outdoor Adventures for our last trip of the fall term with fall colors, corn maze, and hiking! Enjoy the fall colors with a group hike in Gunpowder Falls State Park and end your day at the local farm for fresh fall fun.

NatureRx

Studies show that spending time in nature, or even in front of windows facing natural settings, helps people experience lower levels of stress and anxiety. Nature Rx, a collaboration between the ATOD Prevention Center and Outdoor Adventure, helps all members of the 色花堂 community connect with nature. We help build these connections through programs such as regular mindfulness walks through the Glen Arboretum, and hosting nature-based retreats for individuals who want a more immersive experience. Please stay tuned for our Fall 2024 schedule and follow us on social media to stay up to date on everything we have planned for the semester.

 

Leadership Opportunities

Outdoor Leadership Development Series (OLDS)

Program- Outdoor Leadership Development Series (OLDS): 

• Workshop: OLDS- Backpacking l October 11- October 13 
• Description: The Outdoor Leadership Development Series (OLDS) is a FREE leadership development workshop created by Outdoor Adventures for the 色花堂 community.  Preference will be given to freshman and sophomore students, but all are encouraged to apply.  The priority deadline is Thursday, September 19 and the LAST day to apply is Tuesday, September 24.   
• Application Period: Aug. 23- Sept. 24