Get out of the city this fall

Courtesy of Dylan Erickson/PSU outdoor program

NORTHWEST NATURE: Students enjoy a trip with PSU’s Outdoor Program.

The Outdoor Program here at Portland State is one way for urban dwellers to get out of the city and experience the wonderful wilderness of the Northwest. With activities for any skill level, the Outdoor Program allows PSU students to escape into nature.

The program has a wide variety of trips planned for this term. Whether it is whitewater kayaking, hiking or rock/cliff climbing, all the trips have a few similarities: The fees are kept low or free, transportation is provided and guides lead and educate the group.

“Beginner or advanced activity levels are all addressed when planning the trips,” trip coordinator Steve White said. “The program really makes an effort to make all trips accessible as possible to all levels of experience.”

The Outdoor Program offers many services to students who are enrolled in at least one credit at PSU. These include discounted rentals and specials on holiday weekend trips. Grabbing the gear, learning the trails and experiencing the scenery around Portland is a great way to relax.

Additionally, the Outdoor Program is a great volunteer experience for PSU students with a passion for engaging and teaching others. Students have the opportunity to advance within the program while tightening leadership skills and exploring nature, from the Pacific Ocean to the Cascades.

Being part of the program allows students to be heard by proposing trips and executing them with
their peers.

Students interested in volunteering can apply online or contact Kat McLaughlin in the program offices by Oct. 5

Applications are accepted at the beginning of each term except summer.