Outdoor Recreation
Choose your next adventure.
Find opportunities to explore new places across the region, climb to new heights on the 35 foot climbing wall, and teach and refine your outdoor skills through outdoor recreation programming at the UREC.
Climbing
These sessions include Bouldering 101, Learn to Belay, and Learn to Lead Climb and is a great place for those that are interested in bouldering, but do not know where to start. All sessions take place at the Climbing Area and are free.
- Learn to Belay - September 9, October 11, November 12
- Learn to Boulder Climb - September 30, October 7, November 4
- Learn to Lead Climb - October 22, November 21
These special climbing events through the semester allow you to put your skills to use and build your climbing community. All levels of climbers are welcome.
- Crate Stacking - September 4, October 2, November 18
- Fitness for Climbers - September 18, October 10
- First Year Students Night Climbing - September 19
- Bouldering Competition - October 25
- Women's Climb Night - November 20
These special events at the Challenge Course allows to bond with friends, tackle obstacles, and soar on our thrilling zipline.
- Open Zipline - August 24, September 4, October 14, November 6
- Open Challenge Course - September 25, October 4, November 13
Camping and Biking
These sessions will teach you important fundamentals needed to plan and execute a successful camping trip. All sessions take place at the Outdoor Recreation Center and are free. Registration opens 2 weeks prior to the event.
- Outdoors Skills Session: Leave No Trace - October 21
- Outdoors Skills Session: Firebuilding - November 7
Paddle Outings
All levels of paddlers are welcome to relax on a kayak adventure around the LSU Lakes. Gear and equipment needed for this adventure is provided. Space is limited, and free registration opens 2 weeks prior to the event.
All levels of paddlers are welcome to relax on a paddleboard adventure around the LSU Lakes. Gear and equipment needed for this adventure is provided. Space is limited, and free registration opens 2 weeks prior to the event.
- Paddle LSU Lakes - September 19
All levels of paddlers are welcome to relax on a canoe adventure around the LSU Lakes. Gear and equipment needed for this adventure is provided. Space is limited, and free registration opens 2 weeks prior to the event.
Bike Outings
These sessions will allow you to explore downtown Baton Rouge, bike the levee, and meet our fitness team for GroupX class outdoors at Capitol Park. Registration is free and opens 2 weeks prior to the event.
- Bike to Coffee - August 22, October 8
- Bike to Ice Cream - September 8
- Bike to Yoga - November 5
Fall 2024 Trips
UREC Outdoor Recreation team journeys through the state and region to explore new hiking spots, water ways to paddle, or just a great day outdoors to see animals These day trips and overnight trips will not only allow you to breathe some fresh air, but will also help share an incredible experience with other LSU students from different backgrounds
| Trip | Dates | Times | Registration Opens |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hike French Towne | August 23, 2024 | 8 am - Noon | August 9, 2024 |
| Campfire Movie Night | September 13, 2024 | 7 pm - 10:30 pm | August 30, 2024 |
| Outdoor Skills Session: Battleship | September 23, 2024 | 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm | September 9, 2024 |
| Day Trip: Hike Tunica Falls | September 26, 2024 | 4 pm - 8 pm | September 11, 2024 |
| Fall Break Trip: Grand Isle | October 17, 2024 - October 19, 2024 | September 27, 2024 | |
| Outdoors Skills Session: Leave No Trace | October 21, 2024 | 4 pm - 6 pm | October 7, 2024 |
| Day Trip: NOLA Paranormal Mystery Tour | November 1, 2024 | 9 am - 3 pm | October 10, 2024 |
| Outdoor Skills Session: Firebuilding | November 7, 2024 | 4 pm - 6 pm | October 24, 2024 |
| Day Trip: NOLA Bayou Tour | November 15, 2024 | 2 pm - 6 pm | October 31, 2024 |
Challenge Course
Strengthen your team
Whether it's goal setting, collaboration, dealing with conflict, or general team building– we can customize our challenge course program to meet your teams needs.
Rent or Reserve Gear
UREC Outdoor Recreation Center provides outdoor rental items including everything you would need for kayaking, backpacking, canoeing, or camping. LSU students, UREC members, and the community may rent equipment on a daily basis.
