Events at UCF

Events By Tag: “Outdoor Adventure”

  • Stargazing and Camping (Recurring Event)

    Recreation and Wellness Center

    Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park is the largest remaining stretch of Florida dry prairie. Not only does this location boast excellent birding opportunities, but its remoteness makes it one of Florida's finest spots for stargazing! Join Outdoor Adventure as we sleep under the stars and enjoy a relaxing night spotting constellations and learning how to cook food while camping. Learn ...

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  • Transfer Students Day Hike

    Recreation and Wellness Center

    Black Bear Wilderness Trail is a new hiking location in the community that provides a 7.1-mile loop along the St. Johns River. This hike is mostly shaded and overlooks marshes, canals, and occasional views of the river. Participants will hike through a combination of sturdy boardwalks and forested sections with tricky roots and steep drop-offs, something unique to Florida hiking. ...

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  • Cumberland Island Backpacking (Recurring Event)

    Recreation and Wellness Center

    Come with OA and explore Cumberland Island, Georgia's largest and southernmost barrier island and home to over 9,800 acres of congressionally designated Wilderness. Here we will backpack through pristine maritime forests and wide marshes, while exploring the history of the island. Natives, missionaries, enslaved African Americans and Wealthy Industrialists all walked here. For more information, visit http://rwc.sdes.ucf.edu/programs/outdoor-adventure/trips

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  • Outdoor Adventure Trip - Hal Scott Preserve (Recurring Event)

    Recreation and Wellness Center

    Come see the natural beauty of Hal Scott Preserve as we hike through pine flatwoods and other habitats right here in Orlando. After hiking in the daylight, we will enjoy a sunset through the towering pine trees and explore more in the dark. For more information, visit http://rwc.sdes.ucf.edu/programs/outdoor-adventure/trips

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  • Historic St. Augustine Kayaking

    Recreation and Wellness Center

    Participants will embark on a paddling adventure down the beautiful clear waters in St. Augustine while taking in the history of the area. This will be a relaxing way for students to start their Florida summer and experience some of the wildlife our state has to offer, including turtles, fish, birds, and potentially even manatees! How do I sign up? ...

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  • Intro to Mountain Biking (Recurring Event)

    Recreation and Wellness Center

    Ocala National Forest offers a mountain biking trail that is different than any trail in Central Florida. With winding paths through forested areas, hills that provide beautiful views, and bluff drop-offs that add a fun element to the ride, the Santos bike trail is a good introduction for anyone looking to try mountain biking for the 1st time! How do ...

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  • Catalina Island Backpacking

    Recreation and Wellness Center

    Come with OA and explore Catalina Island in California. Here we will backpack through pristine maritime forests while exploring the history of the island. How do I sign up? For this trip specifically, students must interview with a trip leader before sigining up for a trip. Additionally, you will need to get a physical to make sure you are ready ...

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  • SCUBA Trip (Recurring Event)

    Recreation and Wellness Center

    Immerse yourself in a SCUBA experience that guarantees calm waters, no fighting with currents, complete visibility, and beautiful marine life. Disney's DiveQuest is an opportunity for students who are SCUBA certified to explore the saltwater tanks of the Caribbean Coral Reef in Epcot and swim with over 6,000 sea creatures. How do I sign up? Registration is *only* in person ...

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  • Whitewater Rafting and Hiking (Recurring Event)

    Recreation and Wellness Center

    Known as the longest urban whitewater rafting in the world, the Chattahoochee River in Columbus, GA is most often described to be as "Wild as Colorado and Warm as Costa Rica". This is a 2.5 mile, man-made run which offers the perfect combination of fun and adventure that is unlike anything else on the east coast! After a day of ...

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  • Learn to Surf (Recurring Event)

    Recreation and Wellness Center

    Learn to surf at Ormond Beach, just north of Daytona Beach! OA will teach you the basics of surfing, no experience necessary! How do I sign up? Registration is *only* in person on a first-come, first-served basis at the Outdoor Adventure Center (on the bottom floor of the Recreation and Wellness Center) during the OAC's open hours. You must have ...

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  • Florida Trail Service Day (Recurring Event)

    Recreation and Wellness Center

    Join our crew and volunteer with the Florida Trail Association. Our Volunteer Work Parties are a fun and unique way for you to connect with Florida’s wildlands and play a role in maintaining and constructing our scenic footpath. How do I sign up? Registration is *only* in person on a first-come, first-served basis at the Outdoor Adventure Center (on the ...

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  • Adaptive Surf Trip

    Recreation and Wellness Center

    Get a chance to experience adaptive surfing! UCF encourages inclusion of all abilities, and this exciting trip gets you surfing the waves and having fun at the beach without experienced guides. OA will teach you the basics of surfing, no experience necessary! Learn more here: http://rwc.sdes.ucf.edu/programs/outdoor-adventure/trips

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  • Florida Keys Sea Kayaking

    Recreation and Wellness Center

    The Florida Keys is the location of our weekend sea kayaking trip. Here, students will have the opportunity to explore the west coast of Florida on a three-day trip and learn the basics of sea kayaking from our trip leaders. How do I sign up? Registration is *only* in person on a first-come, first-served basis at the Outdoor Adventure Center ...

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  • Learn to Surf (Recurring Event)

    Recreation and Wellness Center

    Learn to surf at Ormond Beach, just north of Daytona Beach! OA will teach you the basics of surfing, no experience necessary! How do I sign up? Registration is *only* in person on a first-come, first-served basis at the Outdoor Adventure Center (on the bottom floor of the Recreation and Wellness Center) during the OAC's open hours. You must have ...

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  • Learn to Surf (Recurring Event)

    Recreation and Wellness Center

    Learn to surf at Ormond Beach, just north of Daytona Beach! OA will teach you the basics of surfing, no experience necessary! How do I sign up? Registration is *only* in person on a first-come, first-served basis at the Outdoor Adventure Center (on the bottom floor of the Recreation and Wellness Center) during the OAC's open hours. You must have ...

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  • Kayaking Day Trip (Recurring Event)

    Recreation and Wellness Center

    Participants will embark on a paddling adventure down the beautiful clear waters of the Weeki Wachee River. This will be a relaxing way for students to start their Florida summer and experience some of the wildlife our state has to offer, including turtles, fish, birds, and potentially even manatees! How do I sign up? Registration is *only* in person on ...

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  • Bioluminescent Night Paddle (Recurring Event)

    Recreation and Wellness Center

    Join OA for one of our favorite trips that we offer! During the warm summer months, the waters of Florida's Indian River and Mosquito Lagoon come alive with single-celled microorganisms called dinoflagellates. Every movement in the water produces a sold-light called bioluminescence! For more information, visit http://rwc.sdes.ucf.edu/programs/outdoor-adventure/trips

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  • Bioluminescent Night Paddle (Recurring Event)

    Recreation and Wellness Center

    Join OA for one of our favorite trips that we offer! During the warm summer months, the waters of Florida's Indian River and Mosquito Lagoon come alive with single-celled microorganisms called dinoflagellates. Every movement in the water produces a sold-light called bioluminescence! For more information, visit http://rwc.sdes.ucf.edu/programs/outdoor-adventure/trips

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  • TRIP FULL - First Year Bioluminescent Night Paddle (Recurring Event)

    Recreation and Wellness Center

    Join OA for one of our favorite trips that we offer! This trip is specifically for first year UCF students who are looking for a little adventure here in Florida. During the warm summer months the waters of Florida's Indian River and Mosquito Lagoon come alive with single-celled microorganisms called dinoflagellates. Every movement in the water produces a sold-light called ...

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  • Caving, Whitewater Rafting, and Hiking

    Recreation and Wellness Center

    Join our Outdoor Adventure staff for a weekend trip filled with caving, hiking, and rafting! After a day of whitewater excitement, we will spend the rest of the trip hiking in national parksin the area. How do I sign up? Registration is *only* in person on a first-come, first-served basis at the Outdoor Adventure Center (on the bottom floor of ...

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  • Ichnetucknee Springs Tubing and Camping

    Recreation and Wellness Center

    Enjoy a fun day with Outdoor Adventure at Ichnetucknee Springs! We will be participating in tubing and spend some time camping. How do I sign up? Registration is *only* in person on a first-come, first-served basis at the Outdoor Adventure Center (on the bottom floor of the Recreation and Wellness Center) during the OAC's open hours. You must have a ...

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