Outdoor Pursuits is offering outdoor equipment rental services and day trips to Pacific students, and non-students. 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.
Ski the Slopes with Outdoor Pursuits
Outdoor Pursuits is thrilled to welcome students back for Spring 2022! With a full roster of activities, ranging from skiing and indoor climbing to basic first aid and indoor kayaking, OP staff is excited to encourage and nurture Pacific students' love of adventuring outdoors. View the website or the Outdoor Pursuits Calendar for the most up-to-date information.
Do you enjoy scaling high objects and testing your physical limits? Then an indoor climbing trip may be for you! Join OP on Thursday, Feb. 10, or Thursday, Feb. 24, and climb to new heights at Planet Granite in Portland or The Circuit in Tigard.
Are you looking to hone your kayaking skills? Hop in whitewater kayaks during this indoor kayaking pool session at 8:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 11, to practice your rolls and other skills! Kayaks are provided for registered participants, and you can spend the evening perfecting your kayak roll and other skills in a controlled environment. This event is for both the beginning and experienced kayaker. Register now to reserve a spot!
If you're interested in whitewater sports and/or looking to update your outdoor leadership resume, consider participating in the swiftwater rescue certification course. This certification features a mixture of classroom sessions and hands-on intensive course material out on the water that teaches valuable skills for whitewater rescue and safety. Register to learn how to address dangerous situations in a swiftwater environment. The first classroom session takes place on Thursday, Feb. 17, and extends into the weekend. Learn more about the topics covered and dates here.
Explore snow-covered trails and make some winter memories, all while strapped snuggly into a pair of skis. Glide through the snow on Oregon's beautiful Mt. Hood on Saturday, Feb. 19, for a cross-country ski trip! Register today to reserve a spot.
Swing by the Outdoor Pursuits office located at 2017 21st Avenue in downtown Forest Grove between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, or Friday to speak to our fabulous staff, call us at 503-352-2264, or email us at outdoors@pacificu.edu.
*The Outdoor Pursuits Office is operating under new hours for Spring 2022. The office is now closed to the public on Wednesdays, but remains open during the usual hours of 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday!*