Adventure Trips

Students at a TWU Adventure Trip

Outdoor Adventure Center Hours

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 3-8 p.m.

How to Register

Registration for Outdoor Adventure Trips and clinics can take place in person at the Fitness and Recreation front desk or through our new online portal. Trips and clinics are only open to TWU students. For more info please contact Michael Wilson.

Outdoor Adventure Trips

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Trips* Date Price Location
Trip Interest Meeting 1/26/24 FREE Fit and Rec Student Lounge
Photo Hiking Trip 2/17/24 $15 Location – Dinosaur Valley State Park
Hiking Trip 2/24/24 $20 Cross Timbers Trail
Equine Therapy Trip 3/2/24 $15 Ponder, TX
Paintball Trip 4/6/24 $20 Roanoke, TX
Kayaking Trip 4/20/24 $20 Lake Ray Roberts
Equine Therapy Trip 4/27/24 $15 Ponder, TX


Note:
 Only TWU students may register for Outdoor Adventure trips.

Outdoor Adventure Trips Details

Trip Interest Meeting

Come to the lounge at the Fit & Rec for some FREE pizza and to learn all about the planned Outdoor Adventure trips for the Spring 2024 semester! Here's your chance to ask all the questions you have and to sign up for the trips in person or through our new online portal.

Photo Hiking Trip

Grab your camera and join us on the guided hike on the trails of Dinosaur Valley State Park near Glenrose, TX. This hike will cover 4 miles at most while allowing guests to see the dinosaur tracks in the riverbed of the Paluxy River.

Hiking Trip

Dust off your boots and join Outdoor Adventure on this hiking trip to the Cross Timbers Trail near Lake Texoma in Sherwood Shores, TX. The terrain for this trail is varied as we will hike along the hills above Lake Texoma. This trail is listed as Moderate and can be strenuous at times.

Equine Therapy Trip

On this Outdoor Adventure wellness program, students will learn about and experience the wellness benefits of interacting with horses. Participants will first learn basic safety information about how to engage with a horse so as to minimize stress for the animal and to reduce risk to themselves. Students will have the opportunity to engage in activities including petting, brushing, and spending time with a horse. No previous experience with horses is required. We anticipate leaving the Fitness & Recreation Center on the Denton Campus at 12:30 pm and should return around 2:00 pm. Transportation will be provided. Estimated time: 2 hours. Reservations required (up to 15 TWU students) on a first come, first served basis. Sign up at the front desk of the Fitness & Recreation Center.

Paintball Trip

Unleash your inner warrior and gear up for the ultimate paintball experience just for TWU students! Sign up in person or through our new virtual option starting January 16!

Kayaking Trip

Get your paddle on with TWU Outdoor Adventure as we take a nice leisurely paddle down the Elm Fork of the Trinity River starting at Lake Ray Roberts north of Denton. This paddle will be a little over 4 miles in length with kayaks, paddles, and lifejackets provided for all participants.

Outdoor Adventure Clinics

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Clinic Date(s) Time Location
Coffee Stop 1/17/24 8-10am Front porch of Fit & Rec
Trip Interest Meeting 1/26/24 FREE Fit and Rec Student Lounge
S’Mores & Stargazing 1/30/24 5-8pm Woods near Dining Hall


Note:
All Outdoor Adventure clinics are free. Sign up is required at the Fit & Rec front desk.

Outdoor Adventure Clinics Details

Trip Interest Meeting

Come to the lounge at the Fit and Rec for some FREE pizza and to learn all about the planned Outdoor Adventure trips for the Fall 2023 semester. Here’s your chance to ask all the questions you have and to sign up for the trips.

S’mores and Stargazing

Join TWU Outdoor Adventure staff in the woods near the Dining Hall for some FREE S’Mores and enjoy the night sky. All supplies will be provided including vegan options.

Tuesday Trips

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Clinic Date(s) Time Location
Capture the Flag 1/23/24 5-7pm In front of Fit & Rec
Coffee Walk to the Square 2/13/24 5-7pm Outdoor Adventure Center inside Fit & Rec
Firepit Yoga 2/27/24 7-8pm In front of Fit & Rec
We Brake For Tacos 3/5/24 5-7pm Outdoor Adventure Center in Fit & Rec
Hammock City 3/19/24 4-8pm In front of Fit & rec
Bike ride to the Square 4/16/24 5-7pm Outdoor Adventure Center in Fit & Rec


Note:
All Outdoor Adventure clinics are free. Sign up is required at the Fit & Rec front desk.

Tuesday Trips Details

Capture the Flag

Are you a friend or foe? Either way, have fun outside with our TWU Outdoor Adventure staff by playing Capture the Flag! We will be divided into separate teams and compete in the intramural field on campus.

Coffee Walk to the Square

Put on your warm coat and join Outdoor Adventure as we walk to the Denton Square where we’ll enjoy a night warm drink from the location of your choice. Once you’re nice and warm we will walk back to campus as a group.

Firepit Yoga

Enjoy an evening of finding your inner flow by doing a Sunset Yoga class around a firepit on the grounds of the TWU Fit and Rec. TWU Outdoor Adventure Center will collaborate with GroupX instructors to help students use the beauty of the outdoors to learn how to practice mindfulness. Breathe in and let it go with sunset yoga! This event is FREE to all TWU students and Fit and Rec members!

We Brake For Tacos

Join our TWU Outdoor Adventure staff for a quick bike ride to a local taco shop. We’ll provide the bikes, helmets, and locks for FREE. You’ll provide the leg power and money for your tacos.

Hammock City

Need a place to hang? Come grab a hammock in front of the Fit & Rec and play some games while you’re there. Enjoy the warmer weather and relax with fellow students.

Bike Ride to the Square

Grab your bike or borrow one from the OAC and ride with us to the Denton Square for some ice cream and a nice night out. We’ll provide bikes, helmets, and locks.

 

OAC Video Transcript (pdf)

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