First Year Students only

Where: Kinnickinnick River

Date: Trip 1: September. 8, 2012. Trip 2: September, 9, 2012

Time: 9:30am - 3:00pm

Meeting Place: Knowles Center

Cost: Free for First-Year students

This 3.5 hour paddle takes you through moss covered canyons, sandy beaches, and forested cliffs. Many opportunities exist for viewing bald eagles, whitetail deer, red fox, trout, and river otters.

Great for all skill levels.

Trip fee includes kayak, paddle, dry bag, and PFD from Kinni Creek Lodge and Outfitters.

Participants provide:

• their own lunch
• water
• change of clothes
• sunscreen
• sunglasses
• camera
• secure footwear, synthetic/quick dry clothing (not cotton)
• Must sign waiver
  

In case of severe weather, participants will be contacted in advance and trip will be re-scheduled.

Sponsored by the Department of New Student and Family Programs (NSFP) and Recreation and Sports Facilities (RSF)

Where: Kinnickinnick River

Date: September 15, 2012

Time: 9am - 1pm

Meeting Place: Knowles Center

Cost: Student - $40, Faculty/Staff - $45, Community - $50

Run the Class II rapids of the Kinnickinnic’s lower canyon with KOA river guides. This 3 hour paddle takes you through moss covered canyons, sandy beaches, and forested cliffs. Many opportunities exist for viewing bald eagles, whitetail deer, red fox, trout, and river otters.

Some kayaking experience on moving water is strongly recommended. Rock gardens, strainers, and gravel bars are present.

Trip fee includes kayak, paddle, dry bag, and PFD from Kinni Creek Lodge and Outfitters.

Where: Barns Bluff
Red Wing, MN

Date: October 6, 2012

Time: 9am-2pm

Meeting place: Knowles Center Entry

Cost: Student - $25, Faculty/Staff - $35, Community - $40

Trip fee includes harness and shoe rental, guide services, and transportation.
Trip is limited to 5 participants.

Where: Vertical Endeavors, Minneapolis, MN

Date: November 17, 2012

Time: 9:30am - 3:30pm

Meeting Place: Knowles Center Entryway

Cost: Student - $20, Faculty/Staff - $22, Community - $25

Opened in November 2011, Vertical Endeavors (VE) in Minneapolis, MN is touted one of country’s premier indoor climbing venues. This state-of-the-art facility features 28,000 square feet of climbing wall surface with 50-60 foot routes.

Trip fee includes transportation, harness and shoe rental, and VE day pass. Space is limited.

Date: February 2, 2013

Time: 9:00am - 1:00pm

Location: Willow River State Park

Rate: UWRF Students: $10, Faculty $15, Community $20

Snowshoe the trails at Beautiful Willow River St. Park. This hike will take you from prairie and woodlands ecosystems down to the frozen lake front. See many species of wildlife, river valley vistas, and frozen waterfalls. Snowshoes and transportation are provided.

Participants should bring the Following items:

• Warm winter clothing
• Boots
• Hat
• Gloves
• Lunch and snacks
• Water bottle

Cross Country Skiing

Where: Kinnickinnic St. Park, WI

Date: February 9, 2012

Time: 9am - 12pm

Meeting Place: Knowles Center Entry

Cost: Student - $10, Faculty/Staff - $15, Community - $20

Guided trip includes includes Ski, boot, and pole rental and transportation to and from the park.

First-year Students only

Where: William O'Brien State Park

Date: Saturday, March 2, 2013

Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Meeting Place: Knowles Center

Cost: $10 deposit

Come out and play with us in the great Minnesota snow! We will bring both cross country skis AND snowshoes along for participants to try. Transportation, winter sports gear, and a light lunch will be provided.

Participants should bring the Following items:

• Warm winter clothing
• Boots
• Hat
• Gloves
• Snacks
• Water bottle
  

Where: Kinnickinnick River

Date: April 27, 2013

Time: 9am - 1pm

Meeting Place: Knowles Center

Cost: Student - $40, Faculty/Staff - $45, Community - $50

Run the Class II rapids of the Kinnickinnic’s lower canyon with KOA river guides. This 3 hour paddle takes you through moss covered canyons, sandy beaches, and forested cliffs. Many opportunities exist for viewing bald eagles, whitetail deer, red fox, trout, and river otters.

Some kayaking experience on moving water is strongly recommended. Rock gardens, strainers, and gravel bars are present.

Trip fee includes kayak, paddle, dry bag, and PFD from Kinni Creek Lodge and Outfitters.

What: Top Rope Outdoor Rock Climbing
Where: Interstate Park (Taylor’s Falls, MN/St. Croix Falls, WI)
When: Saturday, May 11, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Fees: $20/students, $25/faculty-staff, $30/public
 
Join us for a day of rock climbing at Interstate Park. Participants will have the opportunity to climb rock on both the WI and MN side of the park. Please plan to bring your own lunch and water. Snacks will be provided. Dress in layers and in clothes comfortable for climbing. Other items to bring include: sunscreen, camera, and day pack. Climbing gear will be provided. The trip will depart from the KOA located at the Knowles Center.

Date: September 12, 2012

Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Location: Lake Louise

Rate: Free!

The Kayaking Basics wet clinic is a great was to prepare for the Kayaking trip KOA is leading on September 15. 2012 and April 27, 2013.

Come and get your feet wet when learning about the basics of Kayaking. This clinic will go over proper PFD sizing, paddling strokes, braces, and how to effectively maneuver your kayak in flat and moving water. We will also go over wet and dry entrances and exits as well as some time in the kayak. Clinic is subject to weather. All gear is provided. Participants should bring water and clothes for the water.

Date: October, 5, 2012

Location: Knowles Climbing wall

Time:7:00pm - 9:00pm

Rate: Free!

More info. coming soon!

Date: February 6, 2012 

Time: 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Location: UWRF Intramural Complex

Rate: Free!

During this clinic you will learn how to properly size your skis and get moving on the snow with them.  Both Classic and Skate techniques for skiing will we taught. Participants should dress for the weather.

Where: Knowles Climbing wall

Date: September 19, 2012

Time: 7pm - 9pm

Cost: Free for UWRF students

Community members: Contact 715-425-4289 ext. 107 for free admission pass.
 

Test your climbing skills at the Knowles Climbing wall! This is an open and free event for UWRF and the River Falls Community.

Date: September 26, 2012

Location:UC Fire Pit

Time: 5:00pm-7:00pm

Price: $2/person

Learn how to cook in the Dutch Oven as we make Lasagna! Yard games and music are provided. Bring your Appetite! 

On the Knowles Center Climbing wall; climb in the dark using only a headlamp!
Presented by Kinni Outdoor adventures with assistance from the Rock Climbing Club and the Outdoor Education and Adventure Collective. 

Date: Saturday, December 8, 2012

Time: 9 p.m. - midnight

Free event for UWRF Students!

UWRF students are also welcome to participate in the "Falcons on ice" ice skating event in Hunt Arena hosted by Residence life.

Date: March 20, 2013

Time: 7:00pm - 10:00pm

Location: Knowles Climbing wall

Rate: UWRF Students: $5, Faculty: $8, Community: $10

Come test your climbing skills at our second annual climbing competition. Enter to compete in one of three levels of difficulty for the top-rope portion, and/or one of four levels of difficulty for the bouldering portion. All skill levels are encouraged to participate. Scoring is based on cleanliness and time. All gear is included.

Pre-register online for a chance to win door prizes! Registration opens March 1.

Date: April 18, 2013

Time: 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Location: South Fork of the Kinnickinnic river.

Rate: Free!

Volunteer your time and join us in cleaning up our community’s river. We will be picking up trash and possibly removing invasive species from the riverbank. Wear clothes to get wet and dirty in.

Film Festival

Date: Thursday, April 25, 2013

Time: 7:00 - 11:00 pm

Meeting Place: Outdoor Fire Pit, University Center

Cost: Free

Come join us for our second annual outdoor adventure film festival! Enjoy some yard games, slack-line, bonfire, and s'mores prior to the movie. Our feature presentation will be KAVU sponsored documentary called Nature Propelled (directed by Seth Warren and winner of the Jules Verne Nature Award). We will also view a couple of short films relating to outdoor adventure and environmental responsibility.

Where: UWRF University Center, St. Croix River Room

When: May 1, 2013

Time: 7:00 - 8:30pm

Cost:  FREE for the UWRF and River Falls Community!

Cliff Jacobson is one of North America's most respected outdoors writers, wilderness guides, national and foreign consultants, and is the most published canoeing/camping writer of this century.

If you’ve ever been to the Boundary Waters and competed for campsites on a popular lake, fussed with fire on a rainy day, slept in a wet tent or been bugged by bugs, bears or rodents, this fast-paced session is for you. 

You’ll learn how to get away from the crowd, choose essential gear, and stay dry when it rains all day. We’ll check out equipment that works, and that which doesn’t. Included, is a brief description of the UTM (Universal Trans Mercator) system of navigation, and new Boundary Waters Canoe Area maps that utilize this system.