Clinics and Workshops
In the Outdoor Adventure program, we offer a variety of educational skill classes to the UH community. Clinics and Workshops focus on teaching the basic skills and techniques one may need while on outdoor adventures.
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Adventure Challenges and Workshops
Top Rope
Dates: September 4, 9, 18,23 | October 2, 7, 16, 21 | November 4, 13, 18
Times: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Registration Required: Closes before the start of the workshop
Cost: $9 / Member
Location: Climbing Wall
Description: Participants will learn how to fit a harness, tie knots, load a belay device, manage the slack in a climbing system, and properly communicate while climbing. No experience is necessary.
Skills Demos
Dates: September 5, October 3, November 14
Times: 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Registration Required: at the start of the demo
Cost: $5 / Member each Demo
Location: Climbing Wall
Description:
Session 1 (9/5) - Intro to Climbing - The class will include instruction on types of climbing holds, their usage, and basic movements, along with time to attempt and practice these movements on the wall.
Session 2 (10/3) - Intro to Climbing - The class will include instruction on types of climbing holds, their usage, and basic movements, along with time to attempt and practice these movements on the wall.
Session 3 (10/3) - Basic Knots and Shelter Building - Participants will learn basic knots used in shelter building and the pros and cons of using different shelter types.
Date: September 25 | October 30 | Novmber 20
Dates: 5:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Registration Closes: Closes before the start of the workshop
Cost: $20 / Member
Location: Climbing Wall
Description: Participants will learn the proper technique required to lead belay and lead climb. Clipping practice is encouraged before taking the class.
Do you have what it takes to complete the Mile High Climb? Explore new heights and challenge yourself to new climbs at the Campus Recreation and Wellness Center's (CRWC) indoor climbing Wall. Finish the first mile to win a Mile High Climb t-shirt. Supplies are limited, so start early!
The Rec Center staff will provide all the gear and guidance you need–free! Make sure to wear athletic clothing that you can move around in. Visit the Climbing Wall any time during open hours to begin the challenge.
The climber must complete top-outs totaling 5280 feet (1 mile). Must be reported to the wall supervisor the same day they are completed to be logged in the tracking document. Will get a t-shirt upon completion & patches for each additional mile.
Custom Trips
Outdoor Adventure has created custom-designed trips and private programs for many special events. You can request a private workshop for you and your friends to learn more outdoor techniques or your student organization or department can have an Outdoor Adventure plan, organize and even lead your next leadership retreat for your Custom Adventure. Or maybe you and your friends just want to get away from the weekend and want us to take care of the planning for you, either way, if you are interested in learning more, or have any questions, contact: Outdoor Adventure at outdoors@uh.edu.