UP Outdoor Pursuits Program

Join us tomorrow for a free intro to backpacking workshop! Learn the essentials of planning, safety, logistics, cooking, and more (for backpacking trips) with our OPP staff from 6pm-8pm in the OPP office! You must register at the link in our bio to save your spot. See you there!🏕️

First lead climbing clinic of the semester is this Tuesday! Register at the link in our bio to join us to learn how to lead. Must be top rope certified at Beauchamp in order to attend this clinic— no lead climbing experience necessary.

Need some plans to look forward to this Fall Break? Join OPP while we head off on some excellent adventures! Register at the link in our bio or reach out with any questions. See you out there! 🎃

Trip Leader Training weekend coincided with the centennial celebration for the Bridge of the Gods! We had a wonderful weekend practicing skills, building friendships, and joining in community to celebrate an iconic landmark!

Mark your calendar, there are lots of exciting events happening with OPP through the rest of September! Three out of these four programs are free to UP students, staff, and faculty! 👀

The wall is closed until 9PM for setting! New routes coming soon 👀

Come explore Washington Park with us next Friday and see the stunning International Rose Test Garden!🤩 It’s the perfect way to unwind from a busy first week back!

Join us this Wednesday at St. Mary’s from 6:30pm-9:30pm! Learn more about the Outdoor Pursuits Program and enjoy featured drinks by Espresso UP 🫶🏼

OPP Fall 2026 Schedule is live! Follow the link in our bio to browse the trip calendar and get registered. No previous experience/outdoor skills are necessary to join any of our trips. Reach out to [email protected] with any questions!

It’s that time of year again!!! (OPP trips are back!) Follow the link in our bio to register for any of the exciting trips we have coming up! 🌞