Student Support Fund
Outdoor Adventures programs are subsidized by student fees, but often involve additional costs associated with travel, equipment, services, and other logistical expenses, which can create barriers to participation for some students. This support fund is designed to help reduce these financial barriers and expand access to programs and services. Through generous donations to the Outdoor Adventures Student Development Fund, enrolled UNL students may apply for financial assistance to participate in Outdoor Adventures programs and services.
Students experiencing financial hardship or other barriers to participating in outdoor recreation are encouraged to apply.
Fall 2026 Trip Schedule
Event
River Paddle And Clean Up
Paddling
Sunday, September 13th
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Student/Member: $15
Non-Member: $45
Register by Monday, September 7th
Register Here
Event
River Surfing Trip
Paddling
Sunday, September 20th
8:00am - 6:00pm
Student/Member: $50
Non-Member: $100
Class/Clinic
Lead Clinic
Climbing
Monday, September 21st
5:00pm - 9:00pm
Student/Member: $20
Non-Member: $50
Overnight
Niobrara River Canoe & Clean-Up
Paddling
Friday, September 25th -
Sunday, September 27th
Student/Member: $125
Non-Member: $225
Register by Monday, September 21st
Register Here
Event
Harvest Moon Paddle
Paddling
Sunday, September 27th
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Student/Member: $15
Non-Member: $45
Register by Friday, September 25th
Register Here
Event
Lincoln Bike Trails & Ice Cream Ride
Community Event
Tuesday, September 29th
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Student/Member: FREE
Non-Member: $15
Class/Clinic
Learn To Ride Clinic
Biking
Wednesday, September 30th
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Student/Member: FREE
Non-Member: FREE
Overnight
Outdoor Rock Climbing Trip
Thursday, October 2nd -
Sunday, October 4th
Student/Member: $125
Non-Member: $225
Register by Monday, September 28th
Register HereClass/Clinic
Advanced Bike Safety Course
Biking
Sunday, October 4th
12:00pm - 2:00pm
Student/Member: FREE
Non-Member: FREE
Class/Clinic
Bike Maintenance Clinic
Biking
Wednesday, October 6th
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Student/Member: FREE
Non-Member: $35
Overnight
Fall Break Ozark Mountains Backpacking Trip
Hiking
Friday, October 16th -
Tuesday, October 20th
Student/Member: $325
Non-Member: $465
Register by Monday, October 5th
Register Here
Overnight
Fall Break Caves And Crystal Waters Canoe Trip
Paddling
Friday, October 16th -
Tuesday, October 20th
Student/Member: $325
Non-Member: $465
Register by Monday, October 5th
Register Here
Event
Fall Break Horseshoe Canyon Climbing Trip
Climbing
Friday, October 16th -
Tuesday, October 20th
Student/Member: $325
Non-Member: $465
Register by Monday, October 5th
Register Here
Event
Fall Break South Dakota National Parks Hiking Tour
Hiking
Friday, October 16th -
Tuesday, October 20th
Student/Member: $325
Non-Member: $465
Register by Monday, October 5th
Register HereOvernight
Fall Break Bison and Waterfalls Trip
Paddling
Friday, October 16th -
Tuesday, October 20th
Student/Member: $325
Non-Member: $465
Register by Monday, October 5th
Register Here
Event
Full Moon Float
Paddling
Monday, October 26th
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Student/Member: $20
Non-Member: $50
Class/Clinic
Bike Maintenance Clinic
Biking
Thursday, November 5th
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Student/Member: FREE
Non-Member: $35
Event
Fall Colors Hike
Hiking
Sunday, November 8th
9:00am - 4:00pm
Student/Member: $35
Non-Member: $75
Overnight
Indian Caves Backpacking Trip
Hiking
Friday, November 13th -
Sunday, November 15th
Student/Member: $95
Non-Member: $165
Register by Monday, November 9th
Register Here
Custom Trips and Programs
Looking for something different for your group? Contact us and we'll work with you in developing a custom trip or program.
Cancellation & Refund Requests
If you have a change of plans and are looking for a refund request, please submit a cancellation and refund request that will be reviewed by an Outdoor Adventures staff member.
Cancellation, Refund, and Transfer Policy
All trip balances are due prior to the pre-trip meeting. Notice of registration cancellation must be in writing one (1) business day prior to the registration deadline in order to receive a refund. Refunds will be less 20% of the full registration fee as a cancellation fee. No refunds will be issued after the registration deadline. Requests to transfer from one trip to another will be considered a cancellation.
The Outdoor Adventures Center reserves the right to cancel all or part of a trip or program due to inclement weather, below minimum participation, force majeure, or any other circumstances beyond our control. In the event that a trip or program is canceled, efforts will be made to reschedule or refund the trip at the discretion of the UNL Outdoor Adventure program.
Medical Cancellation
In the event of a cancellation due to medical reasons and upon receipt of a written statement from a doctor attesting to your inability to participate in the trip, Outdoor Adventures will retain 10% of the full registration fee or $10.00, whichever is greater, as a cancellation fee. The remaining balance will be returned as a refund.
Email Campus Rec or call the Outdoor Adventures at (402) 472-4777.
Past Events Fall 2026
Event
Lincoln Bike Trails & Ice Cream Ride
Community Event
Tuesday, August 18th
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Student/Member: FREE
Non-Member: $15
Event
Lincoln Bike Trails & Ice Cream Ride
Community Event
Wednesday, August 19th
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Student/Member: FREE
Non-Member: $15
Event
Lincoln Bike Trails & Ice Cream Ride
Community Event
Thursday, August 20th
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Student/Member: FREE
Non-Member: $15
Event
Lincoln Bike Trails & Ice Cream Ride
Community Event
Saturday, August 22nd
Two sessions: 12:00pm - 2:00pm, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Student/Member: FREE
Non-Member: $15
Class/Clinic
Learn To Ride Clinic
Biking
Sunday, August 30th
10:00am - 12:00pm
Student/Member: FREE
Non-Member: FREE
Day Trip
Boat Exploration Day
Paddling
Sunday, August 30th
1:00pm - 5:00pm
Student/Member: FREE
Non-Member: FREE
Event
Sunset Paddle Boarding
Paddling
Wednesday, September 2nd
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Student/Member: $20
Non-Member: $50
Class/Clinic
Learn To Ride Clinic
Biking
Thursday, September 3rd
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Student/Member: FREE
Non-Member: FREE
Event
Lincoln Bike Trails & Ice Cream Ride
Community Event
Tuesday, September 8th
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Student/Member: FREE
Non-Member: $15
Class/Clinic
Bike Maintenance Clinic
Biking
Wednesday, September 9th
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Student/Member: FREE
Non-Member: $35
Class/Clinic
Advanced Bike Safety Course
Biking
Thursday, September 10th
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Student/Member: FREE
Non-Member: FREE
Overnight
Intro To Whitewater Kayaking Trip
Paddling
Friday, September 11th -
Sunday, September 13th
Student/Member: $125
Non-Member: $225
Register by Monday, September 7th
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