This adventure begins with a meet and greet at Ball State's Climbing Wall. You will enjoy rock climbing, group activities and a pizza party. You will get to have a lock-in at the Rec Center to learn some useful outdoor skills. The following morning, we will hit the road for our first destination, Shawnee State Park in Ohio. Participants will be able to choose from a variety of activities there, including hiking, disc golf, outdoor games, and boating. We will spend the night at the park, before packing up the next morning and heading off to the Red River Gorge in Kentucky. There, we will get to see some of the most beautiful rock formations in the Midwest, including the famous Natural Bridge. We will spend the evening camping out under the stars with a campfire and s'mores. The next day, we will head off to our final destination back in our home state at Brown County State Park. We can either enjoy some of the natural amenities of the park or head into civilization in Nashville, Indiana for some shopping or dinner. This trip will have options for all ability and experience levels. *Locations subject to changed based on availability.*
Program Dates
Program Dates: To be determined
Program Fee
$180.00 (includes travel, activities, meals on site, and camping)
Registration
Registration will open in April 2025.
During the academic year, Outdoor Pursuits offers many opportunities for adventure trips. Watch for emails regarding upcoming trips or visit their website to learn more. Outdoor Pursuits also offers equipment rental to Ball State students for bikes, camping equipment, canoes, kayaks, outdoor games and much more!
Itinerary for Summer 2024
- Afternoon/Evening - Arrive for check-in at Ball State Outdoor Pursuits for orientation and climbing wall social, pizza and games at the JoAnn Gora Student Recreation and Wellness Center and stay overnight
- Morning - Breakfast and drive to Shawnee State Park
- Afternoon - Hiking, boating, and outdoor activities
- Evening - Campfire and games
- Morning - Breakfast, pack up camp, and drive to Red River Gorge
- Afternoon - Hiking and camping
- Evening - Set-up camp at Land of the Arches as well as campfire and games
- Morning - Breakfast, pack up camp, and drive to Brown County State Park
- Afternoon - Set-up camp, explore Brown County State Park and/or Nashville, IN
- Evening - Campfire and games
- Morning - Breakfast and pack up camp
- Afternoon - Depart for Ball State University