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.
Keep Calm and Paddle On with Outdoor Pursuits
Outdoor Pursuits has a full roster of both indoor and outdoor activities for students in the upcoming weeks! View the OP calendar for a full listing of activities and excursions, or check out the Outdoor Pursuits homepage 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. 24 or Thursday, April 7 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 8:00 p.m. Friday, March 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!
If you are a member of the Association of Latinx and Ally Students (ALAS), then Outdoor Pursuits has a winter wonderland excursion planned! Enjoy a fun-filled day of snow tubing, while appreciating the wintery beauty on Mount Hood! Transportation, gear and ticket for snow tubing is provided. This trip is limited to ALAS members. Register now to save your space!
Though spring break may feel far off, it's never too early to begin planning a spring break excursion! Outdoor Pursuits has an incredible opportunity for a Spring Break Rafting trip, which takes place over a 3-day, 2-night adventure to the North Santiam River! Whether you're splashing through rapids or enjoying a delicious dinner in camp, you're guaranteed some great laughs and some beautiful scenery. Instructors provide transportation and teach the skills necessary to ride your way through beautiful canyon waves. This multi-day trip full of wonderful whitewater and sun is bound to be the perfect way to spend your spring break. Register now to reserve your spot, as spacing is limited!