Outdoor Programs at ASU

09/10/2021

08/27/2021

This week, we mourn the passing of David Roberts, acclaimed climber, adventurer, friend, and author. His legacy is one that has touched countless lives. Our program was fortunate to host David Roberts back in March 2016 at our local screening of the Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival here in Boone, NC. He held book signings of Alone on the Wall, a book he co-authored with Alex Honnold and spoke on some of his amazing adventures across the globe. Thank you David for your humility, spirit of adventure, grit, smile, kindness, and words. You will be missed. For us, this photo captures the spirt of his visit to Boone some 5 years ago.....

https://www.nytimes.com/2021/08/25/sports/david-roberts-dead.html

08/18/2021

Join us at UREC Fest today, Wed. Aug. 18th from 4:00 to 7:00pm at the Student Recreation Center. Check out our campsite in the Rotunda, Fitness Classes, Key Log Rolling in the pool, Recreational Sports offerings, FREE Tie Dye Shirts, and FREE Ben & Jerry’s. That's right! It will be a fun afternoon. For more info check out the UREC webpage here:

University Recreation is actively working to create an environment where people feel a sense of belonging while offering recreational opportunities during a global pandemic to be sustained in the aftermath. We are also being creative in providing physical activity during this time which looks a litt...

07/23/2021

Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival fans, Banff is back in September at the Schaefer Center for Performing Arts! July 30 is the deadline to redeem any coupons or tickets from the cancelled March 2020 event. Details below, and we can't wait to see you!
https://www.hcpress.com/events/banff-mountain-film-festival-world-tour-july-30-deadline-for-redeeming-coupons-or-tickets.html

04/26/2021

There are currently 5 spots available in our May Wilderness First Responer course! This course is designed specifically to provide you with the tools to make critical medical and evacuation decisions in remote locations. Join us from May 7th - May 15th at Appalachian State University's very own Camp Broadstone for an experience you won't forget! Please visit our website for all the details and registration information.

urec.appstate.edu

04/03/2021

Be a friend, tell a friend! Vote for both schools in the high country today!

ONLY ONE DAY LEFT IN THIS ROUND AND WE ARE FALLING BEHIND. WE NEED YOUR HELP!

Link to vote for Top Adventure College: https://www.blueridgeoutdoors.com/top-adventure-college-2021/

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03/15/2021

Did you know many programs and organizations are doing what they can to break down barriers to support and celebrate women in the outdoors!

03/09/2021

It’s that time of the year again! Appalachian State University is in the running for the top Adventure College in the country!

Vote here daily! https://www.blueridgeoutdoors.com/top-adventure-college-2021/?fbclid=IwAR2lvpWtgrG1hXBO_BGuE3HnqaGMmNlgbPmRDAqp1GKCAAU-bjAJRYx_528

What’s the best school for outdoor adventure in the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic?

03/05/2021

March is Women’s History Month, so this month we are going to celebrate women and genderqueer people in the outdoors. Let’s kick off by acknowledging just a few of the women empowering justice in the outdoors.

● Rue Mapp, Founder and CEO of Outdoor Afro: a “network that celebrates and inspires Black connections and leadership in nature.”

○ https://outdoorafro.com/team/

● Shelma Jun, Founder of Flash Foxy and the Women’s Climbing Festival: a space to
celebrate women, where women can “feel inspired by and connected to each other.”

○ https://flashfoxy.com/

● Teresa Baker, Founder of The Outdoor CEO Diversity Pledge and the African American National Parks Event:

○ https://outdoorafro.com/tag/african-american-national-parks-event/

○ https://www.instagram.com/outdoorceopledge/

● Alyssa Ravasio, Founder of Hipcamp: a “comprehensive resource for discovering and
booking unique outdoor stays”

○ https://www.hipcamp.com/

03/04/2021

Outdoor Programs has many spring trips coming up on our calendar!

-Rock Climbing at Holloway Mountain: Saturday 4/17
-SUP and Canoe at Price Lake: Sunday 4/18
-Rock Climbing at Holloway Mountain: Saturday 4/24

Register at https://apprec.appstate.edu/ today!

Appalachian Cares is a place to find resources and support available for our students faculty and staff regarding student health and safety.

02/23/2021

Bike App opens today! Get your bike ready for spring by visiting the trailer located on River's Street for free tunings. Visit urec.appstate.edu for hours.

02/19/2021

Tonight February 19th is an App State University Ski and Ride night at Appalachian Ski Mountain!

Students can enjoy a night session ticket (5-10pm) for only $15.

Online reservations are required. Use code: ASU2021 at checkout to claim this offer. Student ID is required upon ticket pickup.