{"id":5,"date":"2011-09-07T21:16:22","date_gmt":"2011-09-07T21:16:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/staging-outdoor\/?page_id=5"},"modified":"2026-04-09T15:48:12","modified_gmt":"2026-04-09T22:48:12","slug":"home-outdoor","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/outdoor\/","title":{"rendered":"Outdoor Adventure Program"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The OAP has a new home at the Fieldhouse. The Fieldhouse is located on G Ave. off of 6th Street. Continue east on G Ave. past stadium to big gray building and access via the NW entrance. Free parking is available on the east side of the Fieldhouse.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The OAP Rental Shop & Climbing Center are open to the public. <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Rental Shop hours are Mon, Tues, Thurs, and Friday from 12-5pm. <\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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The OAP Climbing Center hours are as follows:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Bouldering Only – Mon, Tues, Thurs, & Friday, 12-4pm<\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Roped Climbing & Bouldering – Mon, Tues, Thurs, Friday, 4-9pm & Saturdays, 11am-7pm <\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Registration is now open for our Kid’s Summer Adventure Camps – July 6-10, July 20-24, & August 3-7.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This 5-day summer program is all about getting kids into nature and experiencing the joys of the outdoors with other kids in a safe and supporting environment. Youth will learn and try out fun activities like rock climbing, paddle boarding, mountain biking, and hiking. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Outdoor Program at Eastern Oregon University began in the Fall of 1973 when non-credit backpacking classes were offered and the first outdoor equipment was purchased. Since 1973 the program has continued to provide opportunities for the EOU community to learn about and explore the incredible natural environment surrounding La Grande.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Outdoor adventures since 1973<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Today, the OAP oversees an equipment rental program that provides a wide range of outdoor recreation equipment for students, faculty\/staff, and community members. The OAP also offers for-credit OUT courses, clinics, guided trips, climbing center, and hosts an extensive outdoor adventure resource library.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Events & Trips <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Outdoor Adventure Program is always hosting exciting workshops, events, and adventures. Check out the calendar and join us. The point is to get outside and enjoy the bounty of recreational options in our region. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

See the schedule<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Equipment Rental <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Outdoor Adventure Program maintains a diverse selection of outdoor equipment that is available to rent for students and community members alike from the program office at the Fieldhouse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learn about equipment rentals<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Climbing Center <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Located at the EOU Fieldhouse, the OAP Climbing Center contains three distinct climbing structures consisting of a 35\u2019 high top rope wall, a 15\u2019 bouldering wall, and a 35\u2019 high lead climbing\/drytooling pillar. The total square footage of climbable surface is 2500.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Outdoor Courses <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Check out the great course offerings! Choose from Rock Climbing, Archery, Hiking, Yoga, Mountaineering, Wilderness Survival, Whitewater Rafting, Mountain Biking, Snow Sports, Backpacking, Fly Fishing, and so much more. Get details at the link below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See the available courses<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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East Tracks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Outdoor Adventure Program is excited to offer an outdoor orientation program. This trip is an excellent and fun way for incoming freshman to meet other students, learn about EOU and the surrounding area, make new friends, and start building a community. East Tracks is a fantastic opportunity for personal growth and development, and helps ease the transition into college life. You\u2019ll spend time and build friendships with EOU student leaders and get to know EOU faculty\/staff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Outdoor Degrees<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Eastern Oregon University is excited to offer a minor in Outdoor Recreation and Leadership! Prepare yourself for a fulfilling career in the growing fields of outdoor recreation and health promotion. There is an increasing demand for trained professionals who will guide, coach, and motivate individuals and communities to improve health outcomes utilizing diverse natural settings and recreational experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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OAP Twin Lakes Adventure<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The EOU Outdoor Adventure Program took a summer backpacking trip to Twin Lakes in the Elkhorn Mountains of northeast Oregon in July of 2016. Check out this stellar video put together by EOU alumni Dillon Lutcher and Raymond Wing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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