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
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Dates: March 15-21
Cost: $500
TRIP SUMMARY/WHAT TO EXPECT: Backpack for over spring break along the Waterpocket Fold, a 100-mile long wrinkle in the earth's crust known as a monocline, extends from nearby Thousand Lakes Mountain to the Colorado River (now Lake Powell). Hike through the Halls Creek drainage. A large beautiful canyon bounded by the high cliffs of Hall Mesa on the east and the steep slickrock slopes of the Waterpocket Fold on the west. Numerous side canyons beckon the hiker with sufficient time for exploration. Check out Hamburger Rocks, and make some new friends who have similar interests.
SKILL LEVEL/SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: All participants must be able to carry their own backpack, water, food, clothing, sleeping bag, and tent for a week in the desert.
WHAT DOES TRIP PRICE INCLUDE? Transportation to and from Capitol Reef National Park, park fee, instructors, dinners and breakfasts, and half off gear rentals at the ODP.
WHAT DOES PARTICIPANT NEED TO BRING? Gear (clothing, boots, sleeping bag, sleeping pad, tent, backpack, sunhat, sunscreen, etc.), lunches, snacks, water, personal clothing, cup, bowl and spoon.
Snow
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Dates: January 25, February 7 & 21, March 1 & 7
Pre-trip meetings are the Wednesday before the trip from 5-6pm
Price: $65
Summary: Great for all levels, this cross-country ski outing will take you to Lolo Pass. Our instructors will teach the techniques needed to be confident on cross-country skis, while exploring the trails around Lolo Pass. Price includes instruction, equipment, and transportation.
Rock
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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!
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Date: April 19th
Price: $55 general public / $45 Campus Rec Members
Summary: Come climb fresh new routes and join some friendly competition!
Maintenance Clinics
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Dates: TBD 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
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Dates: February 4 & 18
Price: $20
Summary: 6 - 7 pm at the Outdoor Program (Maintenance Bench). Hands-on instruction tuning your gear up for the winter season.
Avalanche Classes
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Dates: Jan 6, 8, 10, 11
*Classroom sessions on 6th and 8th from 6pm-9pm
Location: McGill Hall 135
*Field sessions: January 30th 12pm-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
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Dates: Jan 20, 22, 24, 25
*Classroom sessions on 20th and 22nd from 6pm-9pm
Location: McGill Hall 135
Field sessions: January 30th 12pm-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
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Dates: Feb 24, 26, 28 & March 1st
*Feb 24 & 26 Classroom 6pm-9pmLocation: McGill Hall 135
*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
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Dates: Jan 27 & 29 (Optional Field Day Jan 30)
*Classroom lectures on Tuesday, January 27th & Thursday, January 29th from 6-8pm in McGill Hall 210
*Due to the lack of snow, we are going to change the field day at Marshall portion of this clinic to a free transceiver and rescue workshop at the Outdoor Program from 12pm-2pm Friday, January 30th.
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
*The classroom sessions are free, but in order to attend the field day, they must attend the lectures.
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, and The Access Fund.