Outdoor Adventure Center
The Outdoor Adventure Center (OAC) is the hub of Outdoor Adventure at ETSU located in the CPA behind the climbing wall.
Here you can:
Find out information about upcoming trips, clinics, and events
Rent outdoor gear and Buc Bikes
Check in for the Climbing Wall
Discover opportunities for outdoor activities and involvement in the surrounding area
Find guides and maps of local spots
OAC Spring 2023 Regular Hours (Begins January 17):
Monday - Friday
4:00pm - 8:00pm
Bike Shop Spring 2023 Hours:
Tuesday and Thursday
5:00pm - 7:00pm
The OAC, Climbing Wall, and Bike Shop will be closed for Spring Break from March 10 to March 20. All Equipment rentals will need to be placed by 8:00pm on Friday, March 10 but will only be charged at the week rental rate.
To contact the OAC or Outdoor Adventure, email Outdoor Adventure or call 423-439-7989 during open hours.
Spring 2023 Outdoor Education Clinic Offerings
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Outdoor Living Skills Educational Series - Cost: FREE - Times on Tabs
How to Pack and Waterpeoof Your Gear
Monday, February 6 - 5:00pm-7:00pm
What are all those straps and buckles on my pack? How do I load my gear for easy access and good weight distribution? How do I keep my gear dry if it rains? This and more will be demystified during this eduational time with trained OA Staff and YOU! Bring your own gear or borrow some of ours.
Set Up and Secrets of Tents and Tarps
Monday, February 20 - 5:00pm-7:00pm
Every tent is different but they all share similar qualities. Discover tips and tricks for how to erect and use any tent or or sky tarp. This course will include some essential knots and where they are best utilized. Bring your own gear or borrow some of ours.
How to Create a Backcountry Menu and Pack it Out
Monday, March 6 - 5:00pm-7:00pm
Eat like a king or have nothing but ramen! The choice is yours. Learn from the experience and skill of OA Trip Leaders how to find, design, and shop for a superior backcountry meal plan. Then learn tips for packing out your food to keep it organized and waterproof, plus reduce your trash.
FIRE!!!
Monday, March 27 - 5:00pm-7:00pm
Cook fires, heat fires, LNT fires, Tee-Pee fires, log cabin fires... The list goes on. Join OA for a lesson on how to make the best fire for each situation and make it right every time. Wow your friends with your fire building skills the next time you go out adventuring!
Gear Exploration
Monday, April 10 - 5:00pm-7:00pm
Gear Junkie: defined as a person who survives solely on possessing every piece of outdoor gear possible!
Join outdoor Adventure to demystify what all the gear is and what to do with it. Learn what gear is essential and what you can leave at home. The cost of gear can add up quick, so come find out what you should focus your money on. Get hands on expereince with our gear or bring in something you have and want to learn more about.
Attaching Boats N' Stuff to Vehicles
Monday, April 24 - 5:00pm-7:00pm
How are we going to strap that huge kayak to your little Accord?? Come find out with OA Trip Staff! Learn some basic knots and hitches and methods for securing and hauling hear on cars, trucks, vans, and more. Also discover methods for protecting your vehicle as well as your gear.
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Gym to Crag Climbing Clinic - Thursday, March 2 / 5:00pm-8:00pm - Cost: FREE
Join OA staff at the Climbing Wall in the CPA to discover tips and tricks for transitioning to outdoor climbing, or "the crag." Trained OA Climbing Staff will instruct how to transfer techniques to real rock, practice crag etiquette, and teach a simple top rope set up for building an anchor, and more! -
How to Belay Clinic - Check Back For Times - Cost: FREE
Join us at the Climbing Wall in the CPA to learn the basics of indoor climbing. Trained climbers will teach how to tie knots, proper harness use, how to belay, and introduce basic climbing techniques! At the end of the clinic you will be ready to test for your Belay Tag the next time you visit the climbing wall!
See all that Outdoor Adventure has to offer below!
