UCF Outdoor Adventure

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Continued work out at the UCF Arboretum


UCF Outdoor Adventure

Mountain biking trails on campus? Yes, please 😍
We’re looking forward to more local adventures this Fall!

UCF Outdoor Adventure and value our black community and we stand with you in demanding equal treatment – now and always. ⁣
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Good expedition behavior is a core value of our program; it teaches us how to work together toward a meaningful goal. It is characterized as collaborative, empathetic, intentional, and unyielding in its pursuit of the greater good. It teaches us to treat each other with respect, do our share of the work, and deal with conflicts when they occur. Poor expedition behavior is selfish, ignorant of personal faults, and dodges blame and responsibility. ⁣
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We can practice good expedition behavior by expressing empathy and compassion for each other, actively listening to others, practicing self-awareness in our perceptions, communication, body language, and tone, accepting responsibility for group needs and personal mistakes, and seeking solutions when we see a problem.⁣
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There is a lot of work to be done and a very meaningful goal to accomplish. We are all responsible for the work and we all have a role in the fight. UCF Outdoor Adventure is committed to elevating voices of color, listening to and learning from people who experience injustice, and creating a space where all people feel at home and valued for everything they bring to the table.

“So many of our Knights are hurting right now. Our current climate is infuriating and disheartening, and we know these issues have predated the devastating killings of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor and Ahmaud Arbery.⁣
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Today, we’re participating in to share a resource for racial and social justice and to do what is right at UCF. To continue to listen and learn from one another, stand up and speak out against all forms of discrimination, and to actively advocate for black people.⁣
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At UCF, we are here to not only stand in solidarity with you, but to support you. To assure that diversity, in its many forms, is valued. Tap the link in our bio to join the conversation about race and unity at UCF to listen and learn from each other’s stories, happening virtually this Friday.” - .edu
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You can find out more information about the Race and Unity discussion in our Events tab.

OA Weekly Challenge: Photo Challenge 🌿⁣
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Great expeditions don’t always have to take you to faraway places. What kind of adventures can you find at home? ⁣
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Post your photo and tag to enter to win a bottle. We will vote on Friday, so be sure to submit your entry by Thursday at 11:59pm! ⁣
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Check out for some inspiration 🌞 @ Orlando, Florida

This week’s theme: EXPEDITIONS 🏔⁣
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“Of all the paths you take in life, make sure a few of them are dirt” - John Muir⁣
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We will throw an OA Weekly Challenge, lots of facts and trivia, and even a Campfire Chat with a special guest at you this week. Pack your bags and let’s go (virtually)!

Missing the Climbing Tower? So are we 😢

Use this time to improve your flexibility and movement through a yoga flow designed specifically for climbers.

And don't forget about the OA Weekly Challenge - wouldn't you like to do this flow on a brand new mat? 😜

Yoga for Rock Climbers A 50 minute yoga class for rock climber in all of us. Focusing on shoulder strength, core strength, grip strength, and hip mobility!

Oh to be washing my face in a river surrounded by snow capped New Zealand mountains... ⁣
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Comment the first place you’re exploring once it’s possible to do so ⬇️

Over Spring Break we also went up north for some climbing and mountain biking! Here’s some shots from that trip as well as a testimonial from one of our participants! 🌿

Here are some shots from our spring break trip to Dry Tortugas 🐠 Check out the last one for a testimonial about the trip from one of our participants! 🐡 Hope everyone is staying safe and healthy. @ Dry Tortugas National Park

Little photo dump from our recent trip to Cumberland Island! We had a rad time on the trail, saw tons of wildlife, and learned about the fascinating, rich history of the area. 🌾

We still have 4 spots left on the Florida Trail Service Day Hike! This trip is sponsored by Columbia and it’s FREE! The trip will be on April 3rd. 🌿

Have you ever had a shift at work look like this? If you’re interested in working outdoors at a unique workplace, get stoked because WE’RE HIRING. ⁣
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Attend the RWC job fair and learn more about our areas where you could work: Lake Claire, Adventure Trips, Challenge Course, the Tower, and the Outdoor Adventure Center. 🍀 ⁣
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Here are the dates/times of the job fair which will be held in the RWC:⁣⁣
🌻 3/17, 2:00pm-4:00pm⁣⁣
🌻 3/18, 5:00pm-7:00pm

UPDATE: THE SPOT HAS BEEN FILLED. 🌾We’ve had a spot open up for our Cumberland Island Backpacking trip this weekend!🌾 Here are the details:⁣
🌊 You have to sign up for the trip today, are office is open 2:00PM-6:00PM. ⁣
🌊 You have to attend our pre-trip meeting tonight, at 8:00PM. ⁣
🌊 This is a first-come, first-serve opportunity. Once the spot has been filled we will update this caption!

We recently went sea kayaking to Canaveral Seashore! Not pictured: the dolphins that were swimming around us all weekend! 🐬

Reminder: The deadline to sign up for Adventure Race is tomorrow! Sign up w/ the link in our bio! 🤳🏿 Here are some details:⁣
👾 The race involves teams of 4 completing games around campus⁣
👾 The race is THIS Saturday (2/15), team check-in is at 7:15AM, the race will end around 2:00PM⁣
👾 There will be free food and Tshirts for everyone, and prizes for our winners 🏆

We’re having our 2nd 𝗪𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧’𝐬 𝐄𝐦𝐓𝐎𝗪𝐄𝐑𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 event tomorrow night, 7:00PM-10:00PM! 🧗‍♀️ ⁣
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Come climb in a relaxed, encouraging, and accepting environment while learning some techniques from our female tower staff 💪🏼 All skill levels welcome! See ya there! 🦥

Adventures in Arizona via 🌵⁣
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👾ADVENTURE RACE 2020👾 It’s that time of year again! Join us for the Arcade Adventure on February 15th! Race across UCF completing challenges along the way in teams of 4! ⁣
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There will be free food, T-shirts, and prizes for the players with the high scores! 🕹 Sign up with the link in our bio before this Friday!

The deadline to sign up for IM Climbing is tomorrow at 6PM! Whether you’re a beginner or advanced climber, this is a sweet opportunity to hone your skills! 🧗🏻

Sometimes you just gotta go spend a weekend underground 🔦

We’ve still got some spots left for our evening hike to Hal Scott Preserve on February 4th! Come check out the beautiful flatwoods and open prairies that are in our own backyard! 🌿

Join us Saturday for some trail riding through the West Orange Trail this Saturday for just $10! 🚴🏽‍♀️ Stop by the office in the to sign up!

Welcome back, everyone! Here’s to a rad spring semester 🌸 If you’re new here, check out the link in our bio to see what each of our areas has to offer 🧗🏻‍♀️

Turquoise waters and snow capped mountains are kind of our specialty for winter break trips 💧

Sweet paddling views in NZ 🏔