COVID-19 Information

Outdoor Pursuits will be offering outdoor equipment rental services and day trips to Pacific students and non-students this spring. We ask that you review the other information, including the updated rental reservations, pick up, and return procedures, prior to making a reservation.

The list of available equipment and trips will be updated as we adjust to each phase of the COVID-19 pandemic. If you have any questions, you can email us at outdoors@pacificu.edu, or call us at 503-352-2264.

We appreciate your patience with this situation, and hope that you are all able to stay active, spend some time in the fresh air, and maintain your health! If you have any questions about COVID-19 or how Pacific University will be functioning during this time, please visit the COVID-19 Response and Planning webpages. If yoyu have any further questions about how Outdoor Pursuits is currently operating under statewide guidlines, visit the OP COVID-19 response page.

Embark Upon An International Expedition in Chilean Patagonia

Interested in traveling for a nearly 21-day excursion to Chilean Patagonia in South America during January 2022 term ? Attend an information session noon-1 p.m. Friday, April 2, 2021 in the Milky Way OP office on the Forest Grove Campus.

Mountain rangeDuring this short informational session, interested participants will learn more about how to plan, prepare, and go on an international expedition, while also learning the academic and fiscal responsibilities. This expedition can be part of the Outdoor Leadership Minor offered by Outdoor Pursuits, or it may be taken independently. This opportunity has multiple requirements; in order to be eligible, students must take a pre-trip expedition class, OL-110, to teach you the essentials of trip planning as well as the natural and cultural history of Patagonia, as well as sign up for the Patagonia trip in January 2022 term. Next, depart on your expedition to Chilean Patagonia (OL-310).

Contact Justin Hall with any additional questions or concerns at justinhall@pacificu.edu

Wednesday, March 31, 2021