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Top Rope Belay Clinic
Every Monday 6:00-8:00 p.m. and Wednesday 5:00-7:00 p.m. from September 7 to December 9
Location: Peregrine’s Nest Climbing Gym
Register: Peregrine’s Nest Climbing Gym
You have climbed a few times before - are you ready for the next step?  Through this program you will learn how to use the equipment and safety systems for belaying other climbers at the wall.  After completing this program you will be ready to take the practical belay certification assessment.t.

Lead Climbing Clinic
Available by making an appointment at Peregrine’s Nest Climbing Gym
Location: Peregrine’s Nest Climbing Gym
Ready for the sharp end of the rope?  So you have been climbing for a while now and you are ready to start leading.  Make sure you learn proper technique and avoid mistakes like back clipping and Z-clipping.  Our climbing instructors will show you the basics of lead climbing and belaying and then let you mock lead on our wall.

Climbing Movement 101 September 22, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. and November 10, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Location: Peregrine’s Nest Climbing Gym Register: Peregrine’s Nest Climbing Gym Want to learn rock climbing necessities? This is the clinic for you! We’ll teach you climbing terminology, balance, weight shifting, hand/ foot placement and much more! You’ll be 10 steps ahead of other beginners after this clinic.  Please wear comfortable clothes to climb in. All other gear is provided.

Kayaking Clinic Every Wednesday, 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. from September 2 until December 9 Location: Burdick Pool Register: No registration is necessary but space is limited
Prepare for outdoor white water in Burdick Hall’s swimming pool. We offer instruction for beginner and experienced paddlers. Learn everything from how to exit your boat underwater to perfecting your roll with professionals to help assist in polishing your skills. Equipment is provided.

Bike Maintenance 101
September 8 and October 6 from 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Location: Room 122 (Outdoor Trip Center) Burdick Hall
Register: Burdick Hall Room 151, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday – Friday or
Room 122, 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.  Monday – Thursday and 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Fridays
Learn basic bike maintenance; how to change a tire, clean your chain and keep your bike up and running so you’ll have no trouble getting to campus on time.  Please bring your own bike.

Backpacking 101
October 13, 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Location: Room 122 (Outdoor Trip Center) Burdick Hall
Register: Burdick Hall Room 151, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday – Friday or
Room 122, 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.  Monday – Thursday and 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Fridays
Be safe when going into the backcountry. Through this clinic you’ll learn the basics of trip planning; picking a location, a backpacking menu, mapping, leave no trace ethics, what clothes to wear and gear to bring. Everything you’d need to start planning a weekend backpacking trip!

Map and Compass/ GPS 101
October 20, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: Room 122 (Outdoor Trip Center) Burdick Hall
Register: Burdick Hall Room 151, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday – Friday or
Room 122, 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.  Monday – Thursday and 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Fridays
Don’t get lost in the woods without this clinic under your belt!  Learn the basics of map and compass and the GPS.  Learn everything from shooting bearings to setting waypoints. So get out there, find your bearings and get hiking!

Leadership 101
November 3, 5:00 p.m.– 6:00 p.m.
Location: Room 122 (Outdoor Trip Center) Burdick Hall
Register: Burdick Hall Room 151, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday – Friday or
Room 122, 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.  Monday – Thursday and 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Fridays
This clinic is for those who want to go to the next level and understand the basics of outdoor leadership.  We will cover topics such as group dynamics, communication and decision making.  Whether you are an outdoor enthusiast or have never been outside, this class can help you understand basic leadership for any situation.