Program Information

The Mesa State College Outdoor Program has been in existence since 1975. The program is supported by student fees, and is available to all Mesa State students, staff, faculty, and alumni.

• Trips - Each year the program offers a variety of non-motorized wilderness pursuits including hiking, rock climbing, kayaking, canoeing and biking. All skill levels are welcome to participate but beginners are especially encouraged to take advantage of these opportunities.
  
  
• Clinics - Many outdoor skills workshops are offered, such as Wilderness First Aid, ski waxing, and bike maintenance.
  
  
• Climbing Wall - A FREE 30 foot wall awaits you in our Student Recreation Center.
  
  
• Equipment rentals - FREE use of kayaks, skis, bicycles and more with the OP Pass. Click on Equipment Rental for more details!
  
  
• Kayak Pool Sessions - FREE Monday night fun in the Recreation Center Pool.
  
  
• Wednesday Night Wanderings - FREE weekly slideshows which are open to the public.

Please stop by and visit this valuable Mesa State resource. The Outdoor Program is located at the corner of 12th and Elm in the Campbell College Center. Our phone number is 970-248-1428.

Outdoor Program Mission Statement
Our Mission is to provide quality educational and recreational outdoor experiences affordable to all MSC students, faculty, and alumni. These experiences are carried out with an awareness and concern for the natural environment and our impact upon it.