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Campus Recreation

Trips | Classes | Events

The Outdoor Program offers trips and classes all year round. Whether backpacking in the desert, running the Alberton Gorge, cross country skiing at Lolo Pass, or learning how to climb - we've got you covered! In addition to trips and classes, we also host special events throughout the academic year. 

Classes and events are open to the public, while trips are limited to the UM community.

Trips and Classes

Land

  • Dates: Sept 19-21 Quartz Creek campground out of Bowman Lake, Pre-Trip Meeting (PTM) – Sept 17th 5-6pm at the Outdoor Program

    Cost: $265

    TRIP SUMMARY/WHAT TO EXPECT: This trip is a chance to explore the spectacularly beautiful backcountry of Glacier National Park. We will spend Friday night at a campground in Glacier and then backpack Saturday and Sunday, spending Saturday night in the backcountry of Glacier. If you have not been to Glacier, you are in for a treat. We plan to leave as early as possible on Friday. That way we can get up there in time to pick up the permits, and get to our campsite. It is ideal to get there before dark.

    Trip includes: transportation, park entry, food, shared gear and trip leaders

    Skill level: It helps to have some hiking and some outdoor camping experience, but it is not necessary

     

Rock

  • Dates: Every Tuesday from 5-7pm

    Cost: $15

    These are two-hour clinics on Tuesdays to teach you the fundamentals of belaying (climbing on the ropes). You will learn the industry standard way to belay your partner and be on your way to getting belay certified in our gym. Join us!

Maintenance Clinics

  • Dates: Outdoor Program Sept 9, 11, 16 &18 6pm-8pm at the Outdoor Program

    A hands-on introduction to bicycle maintenance and mechanics. Skills will range from basic anatomy to adjusting derailleurs and changing cables. We start from the basics and move up from there depending on who is in the class and what their skill set is coming into the class.

    Includes: Instruction, coaching, tools and the work bench

  • Dates: Oct 29. 6-7 pm at the Outdoor Program

    Instruction and coaching on how to sharpen the edges of your skis and wax them up for the ski season.

    Includes – Instruction, coaching, the use of tools and some wa

Avalanche Classes

  • Dates: Jan 6, 8, 10, 11

    *Classroom sessions on 6th and 8th from 6pm-9pm

    Classroom Location TBD

    *Field sessions 8am-5pm

    This class follows the Level 1 guidelines of the American Avalanche Association. There are two evening sessions and two full field days.

    This course focuses on the following:

    •              Basic avalanche terminology

    •              Recognizing avalanche terrain

    •              Travel procedures in avalanche terrain

    •              Formation of the mountain snowpack

    •              How weather changes the snowpack

    •              Human factors and how they can influence decision-making

    •              Interpreting the avalanche forecast and advisory

    •              Tour planning

    •              Avalanche transceiver use and rescue skills

    •              Field observations of terrain, snowpack, and weather

    •              Use and interpretation of stability tests

    •              Prioritizing information, working as a team, and minimizing possible human factor traps

    •              Next steps

    Courses Include:

    Instruction

    Lift Tickets if Accessing the Backcountry from a Ski Area

    Participants must Provide:

    Their own Backcountry Skiing or Split boarding Equipment

    Avalanche Beacon, Shovel, Probe

    Transportation to the course location

    Their own Food on Field Days

    Cancelation Policy:

    STANDARD POLICY – If notice of cancellation is received within 30 days of the course we will offer a full refund. If notice is received 14-30 days before the course we will offer a 50% refund of course costs. If notice of cancellation is received within 14 days of the course no refund can be given.

    Pricing:

    $595 for non-student

    $475 for U of M Students

  • Dates: Jan 20, 22, 24, 25

    *Classroom sessions on 20th and 22nd from 6pm-9pm

    Classroom Location TBD

    Field sessions 8am-5pm

    This class follows the Level 1 guidelines of the American Avalanche Association. There are two evening sessions and two full field days.

    This course focuses on the following:

    •              Basic avalanche terminology

    •              Recognizing avalanche terrain

    •              Travel procedures in avalanche terrain

    •              Formation of the mountain snowpack

    •              How weather changes the snowpack

    •              Human factors and how they can influence decision-making

    •              Interpreting the avalanche forecast and advisory

    •              Tour planning

    •              Avalanche transceiver use and rescue skills

    •              Field observations of terrain, snowpack, and weather

    •              Use and interpretation of stability tests

    •              Prioritizing information, working as a team, and minimizing possible human factor traps

    •              Next steps

     

    Courses Include:

    Instruction

    Lift Tickets if Accessing the Backcountry from a Ski Area

    Participants must Provide

    Their own Backcountry Skiing or Split boarding Equipment

    Avalanche Beacon, Shovel, Probe

    Transportation to the course location

    Their own Food on Field Days

    Cancelation Policy:

    STANDARD POLICY – If notice of cancellation is received within 30 days of the course we will offer a full refund. If notice is received 14-30 days before the course we will offer a 50% refund of course costs. If notice of cancellation is received within 14 days of the course no refund can be given.

    Pricing:

    $595 for non-student

    $475 for U of M Students

  • Dates: Feb 24, 26, 28 & March 1st

    *Feb 24 & 26 Classroom 6pm-9pm

    Classroom Location TBD

    *Field session Feb 28 and March 1 8am-5pm

    This class follows the Level 1 guidelines of the American Avalanche Association. There are two evening sessions and two full field days.

    This course focuses on the following:

    •              Basic avalanche terminology

    •              Recognizing avalanche terrain

    •              Travel procedures in avalanche terrain

    •              Formation of the mountain snowpack

    •              How weather changes the snowpack

    •              Human factors and how they can influence decision-making

    •              Interpreting the avalanche forecast and advisory

    •              Tour planning

    •              Avalanche transceiver use and rescue skills

    •              Field observations of terrain, snowpack, and weather

    •              Use and interpretation of stability tests

    •              Prioritizing information, working as a team, and minimizing possible human factor traps

    •              Next steps

     

    Courses Include:

    Instruction

    Lift Tickets if Accessing the Backcountry from a Ski Area

    Participants must Provide

    Their own Backcountry Skiing or Split boarding Equipment

    Avalanche Beacon, Shovel, Probe

    Transportation to the course location

    Their own Food on Field Days

    Cancelation Policy:

    STANDARD POLICY – If notice of cancellation is received within 30 days of the course we will offer a full refund. If notice is received 14-30 days before the course we will offer a 50% refund of course costs. If notice of cancellation is received within 14 days of the course no refund can be given.

    Pricing:

    $595 for non-student

    $475 for U of M Students

     

  • Dates: Jan 27, 29, & 30

    *Classroom lectures on the 27th & 29th 6-9pm

    Classroom location TBD

    *Optional field day at Marshall Mountaina 12:00pm-3:00pm

    Course Involves:

    Gain an introduction to the avalanche phenomenon, causes and risk. Learn where you can find the gear, resources, and training to responsibly enjoy winter recreation. Begin to recognize and avoid avalanche terrain.

    Pricing:

    Free for the Awareness Lectures

    Optional Field Day: $25

     

Campus Recreation is an equal opportunity service provider that conducts certain activities under special permit with the US Forest Service, Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks and the Bureau of Land Management. The 91次元's Campus Recreation trips are permitted on the Lolo, Bitterroot, and Clearwater National Forests (Clause VII.B.). The UM Outdoor Program is partners with Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics and a member of the American Canoe Association, Trout Unlimited, The Access Fund and the Professional Ski Instructors of America.