Outdoor Recreation
Get In! Get Out! Get Active!
Our area is covered with hot spots of outdoor recreation, from surfing on the coast to canoeing down the Delaware River to hiking the Appalachian Trail; this state is where it’s at! The Outdoor Recreation Program provides an opportunity for students, faculty and staff to explore natural areas in our region as well as experience an outdoor sport. Minimal experience is required for participation.
Different trips we take throughout the school year include White Water Rafting, Rock Climbing, and overnight Camping in the Fall. In the spring semester, we go skiing in the poconos for a day, as well as sponsor other exciting trips. We also provide equipment to be rented out incase our students are interested in going a trip of their own. Our trips come to the students at a minimal price thanks to the Student Activities Fund.
Fall 2009 Schedule of Events
To sign up for any of the trips listed below, or have any questions answered regarding our Outdoor Adventure trips, contact the Recreation Programs office. E-mail us at recprograms@rider.edu. Call our office at (609) 896-7770, or come visit us on the second floor of the Student Recreation Center. We will provide you with all the information needed to become part of these trips.
White Water Rafting Day Trip: Saturday, September 19th
Rec Programs day trip to go Whitewater rafting brings us to the action packed Lehigh River Gorge. Surrounded by state park protected woodlands and mountains, you will enjoy 12 miles and 5 hours of Class III whitewater rafting and outstanding scenery. This is a fun, thrilling, and pristine trip that any student can partake in. NO experience necessary! While paddling over 17 rapids you’ll scream, laugh, swim, and have an excellent day.
Overnight Camping Trip: Saturday, October 10th - Sunday, October 11th
Horseback Riding Trip: Saturday, October 17th
Rental Equipment Available
Planning your own overnight camping trip? Need tents and gear? Look no further than Recreation Programs! New this year, we have equipment available for rent by the students. Also available to rent are golf clubs. So whether you are trying the sport for the first time, or simply forgot your clubs at home, we have a set for you to use on the local links!
INTERESTED IN RENTING? CLICK HERE FOR RESERVATION FORM. PRINT OUT, FILL OUT, AND BRING BACK TO RECREATION PROGRAMS OFFICE (2nd Floor of the SRC).
For more information about these off-campus trips please contact Recreation Programs at 609-896-7770 or recprograms@rider.edu
