Caving
and Cocoa ($30)
Saturday, February 3
Registration ends Wednesday, January 31. No pre-trip meeting!
This is our oldest trip - and for good reason! Explore a wonderful cave just
two hours away. Caving is an incredible way to see the world like you have never
seen it before. It is also an incredible way to crawl around in the dark and
get really, really, ridiculously muddy. After our underground adventure, we will
relax for a bit at the Lost Dog Cafe in Shepardstown, WV. Although this trip
is designed for first-time cavers, some crawling will be required. Cost of hot
cocoa, world-famous chai tea, or quadruple espressos not included..
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Snowboarding
at Whitetail Resort I ($25)
Sunday, February 11
Mandatory pre-trip meeting is Wednesday,
February 7th at 8pm
This trip is designed for people who
have never been on a snowboard. But we should warn you: once you get
a few turns in, you will be obsessed with snowboarding. The ORC trip
leaders will custom fit you with a board and boot combination and give
you a half-day lesson on the hill. The rest of the day you will be
free to explore on your own. Trip price includes snowboard and boot
rental, transportation, 1/2 day lesson, outerwear, and gloves. It does
not include a lift ticket.
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Tubing Tuesday I ($25)
Tuesday, February 13
Registration ends Monday, February
Trade in your dining hall tray for
some serious sledding fun. Adventure
Tubing is one of Whitetail Resort's main attractions. No experience
necessary-just the desire to enjoy a thrilling ride down their tubing
runs. Transportation and 2-hour tubing ticket is included in price.
This trip really does mean adventure for everyone. Trip will depart
at 5pm and return approximately at 11pm.
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Snowboarding
at Whitetail Resort II ($25)
Sunday, February 18
Mandatory pre-trip meeting is Tuesday
Join the ORC for our second snowboarding
trip to our local slopes. Trip price
includes snowboard and boot rental, transportation, outerwear, and
gloves. It does not include a lift ticket. If you sign-up for both
trips, you will receive additional skill instruction during the second
trip.
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Tubing
Tuesday II ($25)
Tuesday, February 27
Registration ends Monday, February 26. No pre-trip meeting!
Yeah, you know you love sledding. We can't get enough of it here at the ORC,
so join us for Adventure TubingÐone of Whitetail Resort's main attractions.
No experience necessary-just the desire to enjoy a thrilling ride down their
tubing runs. Transportation, and 2-hour tubing ticket is included in price. This
trip really does mean adventure for everyone. Trip will depart at 5pm and return
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Caving
and Cocoa ($30)
Sunday, March 4
Registration ends Wednesday, February 28. No pre-trip meeting!
This is our longest-running trip - and for good reason! Explore a wonderful cave
just two hours away. Caving is an incredible way to see the world like you have
never seen it before. It is also an incredible way to crawl around in the dark
and get really, really, ridiculously muddy. After our underground adventure,
we will relax for a bit at the Lost Dog Cafe in Shepardstown, WV. Although this
trip is designed for first-time cavers, some crawling will be required. Cost
.
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Adventure
Service Spring Break!
Cumberland Island National Seashore ($300)
Saturday, March 17 - Saturday, March 24
Mandatory pre-trip meetings on Wednesday, March
7 AND March 14 at 8pm
This trip combines two of our favorite activities:
camping on the beach and outdoor stewardship. The ORC has teamed with
the National Park Service to offer this amazing and rewarding week
on Cumberland Island National Seashore. Join the ORC for our first-ever
adventure service spring break trip to this amazing barrier island
off the shore of Georgia. Cumberland Island has over 50 miles of hiking
trails, over 300 species of birds, endless beaches, and alligators.
Yes, alligators. We'll take the ferry to the island, camp for the week,
cook great meals, and volunteer with the park rangers on projects for
a few days. Have a wonderful, warm spring break while helping to restore
our natural resources. Trip price includes transportation, trip leaders,
equipment, all fees, and food while on the island.
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NEW! Sea Kayaking to Blackwater Wildlife Refuge ($30)
Saturday, April 7
Mandatory pre-trip meeting is Tuesday, April
3 at 8pm which will include a session
in the pool.
Maryland's own Blackwater Refuge's paddling
trails have been selected as "Recommended Water Trails for 2006" by
the American Canoe Association. What does this
mean to you? Just that we have to go and paddle them. This all-abilities
trip will venture to the swampy waterways of the refuge, where we will
hopefully see lots of eagles and ospreys. Bring your swimsuit and a
towel to the pre-trip.
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NEW! Women in the Woods ($50)
Saturday, April 14 to Sunday, April
15
Mandatory pre-trip meeting is Tuesday,
April 10 at 8pm
This just for women trip is going
to be wonderful (and the first one of its kind)! Spend the weekend
exploring a variety of outdoor activities. Saturday the group will
backpack a short distance up to a cliff-side campsite where you'll
receive instruction on fire building, map and compass, backcountry
cooking, and rock climbing. Saturday evening and Sunday morning the
group will take part in stretching routines that both relax and invigorate.
Sunday, you'll climb some of the tallest cliffs in Maryland before
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NEW!
Day Hike in Asia ($15)
Sunday, April 15
Registration ends Wednesday, April 11. No pre-trip
meeting!
Ok, so you won't actually be going anywhere
in Asia. On this DC Adventure, we'll Metro to the National Zoo where
we'll explore the brand-new Asian Trail exhibit complete with Giant
Pandas, Asian Otters, and our favorite here in the ORC-Sloth Bears.
After our Zoo stroll, we'll complete the day with a hike in Rock Creek
Park and return via Metro. Price includes trip leaders and Metro pass.
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Sea
Kayaking at the Smithsonian Environmental
Research Center ($30)
Saturday, April 21
Mandatory pre-trip meeting is Tuesday, April
17 at 8pm which will include a session
in the pool.
There is simply no better way to see wildlife
than while paddling a kayak. Just like all of our trips, this sea kayaking
adventure is designed for complete beginners and enthusiasts alike.
You'll learn fundamentals at the pre-trip meeting, receive on-water
instruction, and paddle through the beautiful preserve filled with
ospreys, mute swans, and giant carp. To round out the experience, the
group will enjoy a short hike on an educational interpretive trail.
Bring your swimsuit and towel to the pre-trip.
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NEW!
Pennsylvania Multi-Sport ($50)
Saturday, April 21 - Sunday, April 22
Mandatory pre-trip meeting: Wednesday, April
18 at 8pm
This is one adventure-filled weekend! Join
us as we head up to Michaux State Forest in PA where we will mountain
bike on their incredible trails. That night we will relax around the
campfire and get ready for our day of rock climbing the next day. Price
includes all camping equipment, bike rental, trip leaders, and transportation.
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Skateboarding-Tour the Local Skateparks ($20)
Sunday, April 22
Mandatory pre-trip meeting: Wednesday
What? Skateboarding? Adventure is
for everyone and the DC region is
a skater's paradise. Whether you are a seasoned skater, or just wanting
to learn how to cruise around campus on a board, this trip is for
you. We'll visit the brand new concrete parks the City of Greenbelt,
and the City of Bowie have built, and the famous Green Skate Laboratory
in DC. Skateboard instruction, skateboard, helmet, and knees pads
included in price. If you are a complete beginner, then please contact
Jon McLaren at jmclaren@umd.edu for information on how to prepare
for the trip.
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Introduction
to Whitewater Kayaking ($40)
Sunday, April 29
Mandatory pre-trip meeting: Tuesday, April
24 at 8pm which will include a session
in the pool.
Although whitewater kayaking is truly for the
adventurous at heart, this trip is designed
for first-time paddlers. Join the ORC for a day of basic kayak instruction
and skill development. After instruction, the group will get to test
their skills in some moving water and small rapids. The ORC's trip
leaders will be joined by one of the finest ACA-certified kayak guides
in the region. Bring your swimsuit and towel to the pre-trip.
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Backpacking
at Dolly Sods Wilderness Area ($70)
Friday, May 4 - Sunday, May 6
Mandatory pre-trip meeting: Tuesday, May 1
at 8pm
Dolly Sods Wilderness area, in West Virginia's
Monongahela National Forest, is the crown jewel of East Coast wilderness
areas. We are aware that this trip costs a big chunk of change, but
we are only allowed to bring 10-person groups here (which increases
the cost). Whether you are an experienced backpacker or complete beginner,
backpacking in Dolly Sods is truly unforgettable. The trip will cover
15 rugged miles over the 3 days.
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