Outdoor Pursuits Trips

The OPC Trips Program offers many exciting trips and challenges. These trips are designed for a personal challenge, education and most of all – FUN. Our goal is to provide you with a great adventure experience. You can register by visiting the Outdoor Pursuits Center, located just outside the North entrance of the Student Rec Center. Call (806) 742-2949 or email opc@ttu.edu for more info. For a list of frequently asked questions, please click here.

Wilderness Medicine Trainings

Wilderness First Aid and Wilderness First Responder Re-Certification
Trip Dates: March 3 - 4
Early Registration Deadline: January 20
WMTC Wilderness First Aid (WFA) courses are designed to introduce you to the concepts of medical care in a wilderness setting. The course focuses on Basic Life Support skills, minor trauma, selected environmental topics, spine assessment and the ruling out process, allergic and toxic reactions, and “common” medical emergencies. As with all our courses, the majority of time is spent in hands-on skills practice and simulations.

Wilderness First Responder
Trip Dates: March 10 - 18
Early Registration Deadline: February 3
Trip Location: TTU Junction Campus
You’ll be in good hands learning from the experienced staff of the Wilderness Medical Training Center.  In this nine day course you’ll learn the ins and outs of backcountry diagnosis, care, and evacuation for most wilderness medical situations. Along with the interesting lecture component, a lot of your time will be spent performing the skills you learn in emergency scenarios throughout the Junction campus. While your days are full you may find the time to tube the llano river or head to town for dinner.

February Registration Deadlines

Colorado Ice Climbing
Trip Dates: February 23 - 26
Early Registration Deadline: February 8
Come learn and experience spectacular ice climbing in Colorado’s beautiful San Juan Mountains. Enjoy two full days of climbing and evenings indoors to eat and warm up. Determined outdoor enthusiasts encouraged! Our cabin is fully furnished and includes a hot tub to warm back up after having some fun on the ice.

Palo Duro Mountain Biking
Trip Date: February 25
Early Registration Deadline: February 15
Let’s Ride! The trails are moderate in difficulty and the views are spectacular in the second largest canyon in the US. You must provide your own bike and helmet, however you can also rent a bike or helmet from the Outdoor Pursuits Center for a discounted rate

Palo Duro Day Hike
Trip Date: February 26
Early Registration Deadline: February 15
Palo Duro State Park is located in the second largest canyon in the U.S. After a short drive into the heart of the Texas panhandle, we will spend the day on a moderate hike and enjoy lunch in this beautiful area.

Big Bend Canoe
Trip Dates: March 10 - 13
Early Registration Deadline: February 22
Join us in Santa Elena Canyon in Big Bend National Park. Enjoy the beautiful West Texas scenery on this raft supported canoe trip. All canoeing experience levels are welcome.

Gila Hot Springs
Trip Dates:March 10 - 15
Early Registration Deadline: February 22
This trip will take you to the Gila National Forest in Southern New Mexico where you will encounter hot water direct from the Earth. We will begin each day with Yoga, site see, enjoy some hiking, visit hot springs, and wrapping up with some Yoga in the evening. In addition, the nature of this trip allows opportunity for some fantastic Dutch Oven meals. If you are looking for a relaxing Spring Break with a little adventure mixed in, grab your bathing suit and camera for this restorative trip.

March Trip Deadlines

Caprock Day Hike
Trip Date: March 25
Early Registration Deadline: March 14
A little over an hour from Lubbock is West Texas’ best kept secret. Caprock Canyons State Park is known for its extensive canyon system and rock outcroppings. We will enjoy the brisk air while hiking about 4-6 miles and enjoying an outdoor lunch.

Intro to Whitewater Kayaking
Trip Dates: March 30 - April 1
Early Registration Deadline: March 14
Join us as we navigate the whitewaters of the Texas Hill Country. This course is designed to introduce basic fundamental skills needed for whitewater kayaking. Topics introduced include the kayak roll, boat control, and basic river running skills. This trip requires three pool sessions prior to the trip.

New Mexico Rock Climbing
Trip Dates: April 6 - 9
Early Registration Deadline: October 5
Climbers of all skill levels are encouraged to join us for a weekend of great climbing in one of New Mexico’s many excellent climbing destinations. Climbing sites and activity will be determined based on the needs of the group. So come one, come all for a weekend of great climbing, great food, and great people!

Womens Only Kayaking
Trip Dates: April 13 - 15
Early Registration Deadline: March 28
Join us for a weekend of kayaking for women only! Whether you’ve been kayaking with us before, or you’ve always wanted to try, don’t miss out on this chance to learn the fundamentals of whitewater kayaking or hone your existing skills in a comfortable environment. This trip will be led by our certified ACA Kayaking Instructors.

April Deadlines

Buck Creek Mountain Biking
Trip Dates: April 14
Early Registration Deadline: April 4
Don’t miss out on joining us for a new mountain biking venue! We’re headed to Abilene, TX to ride the local Buck Creek Mountain Biking Trails. With nearly twenty miles of single track, this will be a fantastic opportunity for beginners to try mountain biking for the first time, and for experienced riders to try out a new place! We’ll ride for most of the day, and be back in time for dinner.

Wichita Mountain Rock Climbing
Trip Dates: April 20 - 22
Early Registration Deadline: April 4
We’re headed to Oklahoma’s Wichita Wildlife Refuge for a weekend of great climbing, great food, and nights under the stars. All climbing levels are welcome, as this trip will be tailored specifically for those who sign up.

Intermediate Kayaking
Trip Dates: April 27 - 29
Early Registration Deadline: October 5
This trip, to the Pilar section of the Rio Grande, is to get you comfortable paddling in class III whitewater. You will kayak the “Race Course”, considered the best intermediate run in New Mexico. Intro to White water Kayaking is a prerequisite to this trip. Grab your paddle and get ready for some rapids!

Guadalupe Canyoneering
Trip Dates: May 3 - 6
Early Registration Deadline: April 18
The Guadalupe Mountains are one of the most unique natural resources in the Southwest. On this trip, you will find yourself being challenged to tackle rugged limestone slopes as we descend over one thousand feet into one of the numerous canyon systems. Adventures on this incredible trip include rappelling, scrambling, and a tyrolean traverse over a canyon pool. There’s nothing like it.