Outdoor Program, University of Idaho

Our trip leaders hit the water Tuesday for an action-packed day of raft training on the river! From practicing paddle commands to perfecting swiftwater rescues, they built the skills to guide with confidence. Teamwork was strong, the stoke was high, and the swims were mostly on purpose. Big thanks to everyone who showed up ready to learn and lead! University of Idaho Recreation and Wellbeing: University of Idaho

Happy Fourth of July from the U of I Outdoor Program! Celebrate with our 3 days for the price of 2 gear rental special—perfect for your long weekend adventure. 🎒☀️ The Rental Center closes at 4:30 PM on July 3 and will reopen on July 7, along with the SRC and Climbing Center. Plan ahead, gear up, and make the most of your time outside. Recreate responsibly, stay safe, and enjoy the beauty of the outdoors! 🌲🧗‍♀️ Recreation and Wellbeing: University of Idaho University of Idaho

The first Vandal Ventures crew just returned from an unforgettable 5-day backpacking trip! 🌄 New Vandals bonded over miles of trail, backcountry meals, and helping to maintain backcountry huts we go to in the winter to ski. This trip marks the start of their college journey—full of challenge, connection, and growth. Huge shoutout to our trip leaders for guiding the way with stoke and support. We still have a couple spots open on our rafting trip August 15-20! Welcome to the Vandal family—we're just getting started! 🐾🎒 University of Idaho Recreation and Wellbeing: University of Idaho

🔔Sign up for Fall 2025 Outdoor Trips even earlier this year! Trip registration starts Wednesday, August 20! 🔔

📍 SRC | Outdoor Program Office — all trip sign ups are completed in-person in the Outdoor Program office.
📲 Call (208) 885-6810 with questions.
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Need Summer birthday party ideas for your kids?

🚨Heads up parents! 🚨🙃

Summer SRC and Climbing Center hours start THIS WEEKEND! Now is a great time to reserve the climbing gym for your next Summer birthday party.

🔗 Visit the link below to reserve your dates today!
https://www.uidaho.edu/current-students/recwell/climbing-center/reservation-form

Sun, waves, and stoke! 🌊☀️ This past weekend, we hit the Oregon coast for an unforgettable surf trip. The weather was perfect—blue skies and clean sets. Huge thanks to Cannon Beach Surf Lessons & Rentals for the top-notch lessons and good vibes! 🏄‍♂️🏄‍♀️ Everyone made memories, and left salty, sandy, and smiling. Can’t wait to ride again next year! 🤙 Recreation and Wellbeing: University of Idaho University of Idaho

📣 INCOMING FIRST-YEAR VANDALS: only two weeks left to take advantage of our first Vandal Ventures trip of the year.

👉📸 Swipe to see what you're missing or click the bio link for more and sign up!

Shoutout if you're stoked to go surfing after finals! ✋

💡Get in touch with the Outdoor Program office early this Fall to grab a spot on our 2026 Oregon Coast trip!

Big thanks to Idler's Rest Nature Preserve for the beautiful space and Vandals First for joining the Outdoor Program on our Earth Day hike this past Saturday! 🌍🌲 Your energy and enthusiasm made the day even more special. Here's to more adventures and collaborations that celebrate our beautiful planet! University of Idaho Recreation and Wellbeing: University of Idaho

This past weekend, we ventured into the stunning depths of Hells Canyon for a backpacking trip under sunny skies. Most of the students were first-time backpackers, and they crushed it! With epic views and great company, the group hiked, camped, and learned together. We came back tired, smiling, and already dreaming of the next trip. University of Idaho Recreation and Wellbeing: University of Idaho

Our pool sessions over the past three weeks were a blast—thanks to everyone who showed up, paddled hard, and brought the stoke! We loved seeing so many new and returning faces getting after it and building skills. The fun’s not over yet! Don’t the NRS Flagship Store Pool Session Raffle Night next Wednesday, April 16 from 7–9 PM—you could win gear and more! 🛶🔥 University of Idaho Recreation and Wellbeing: University of Idaho

This past weekend’s Safety Institute Swiftwater Pro 1 course was a splash of success! Participants gained hands-on experience navigating moving water, practicing rescues, and building critical river safety skills. Huge thanks to our skilled instructor Nate Moody and stoked crew for bringing the energy. We’re proud to support safe adventures on the water! 🌊🚣‍♂️💪