Learn Leave-No-Trace Principles, camp kitchen set-up, snowshoeing, bike maintenance, s’more making, hiking, rock climbing and more.

Need gear? We’ve got you covered. There’s no charge to check out items like tents, backpacks, snowboards, sleeping bags, cooking gear, kayaks and more. Staff can also give you ideas for great places to explore.

Plan your next outdoor adventure with Campus Recreation. Trips offered each semester include whitewater rafting, camping, hiking, rock climbing, skiing and more.

Get to know other new students, student leaders, and staff or faculty before the first semester begins. A sample trip might include camping, rafting and horseback riding with an outdoor service project.

This program strives to provide an alternative to driving and promote bear pride on campus. Our fleet of 100 cruiser bicycles and 20 Mountain Bikes are available for no-charge check out. Each bike comes with a helmet and lock, as well as the option to use a front-mounted basket.

No matter your skill level, try out UNC’s climbing wall. And to deepen and test your skills, you’ll find annual climbing competitions, patron setting days and beginners' and ladies' climb nights.