Outdoor Adventure Program

From ice fishing to rock climbing, Outdoor Adventure Program (OAP) offers students of all ages and skill level trips and gear to explore the outdoors beyond campus. OAP trips are led by staff and students and costs are subsidized, with gear and travel included in trip costs.

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Gear Rentals

OAP offers free gear rentals to current Regis students with a valid ID. Equipment may be rented for up to two business days. It is due back on the second business day after it is rented (i.e. if it is rented on Monday, it will be due back on Wednesday by the end of the day).

Summer rentals will run from May 11-Aug. 7, and all requests must be submitted via email to OAP@regis.edu. Please include your full name, student ID, a list of the items you wish to rent and your preferred pickup time in the message. Note that all equipment pickups and returns are restricted to the Fitness Center’s summer hours, which are Mon-Thurs, noon-6 p.m.

Equipment available for rent:

Backpacks Sleeping Pads
Bear Barrels Stand Up Paddleboards
Camping Chairs Tents
Camping Stoves Trekking Poles
Gaiters Water Dromedaries
Pack Covers Water Jugs
Sleeping Bags Yoga Mats
Students doing teamwork climbing activity

Trips and Activities

OAP sponsors half-day, full-day and overnight trips throughout the year ranging from camping, hiking, rock climbing, fly fishing, bouldering, snowshoeing, ice skating and more.

2026-2027 Schedule Coming August 2026

Use the link below to check out upcoming activities through OAP.

Upcoming Trips and Activities

 

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First Tracks Pre-Orientation Trip

Join us for First Tracks and get a taste of the outdoor recreation opportunities Colorado has to offer while getting to know other incoming students! Activities will include hiking, white water rafting and more! First Tracks is open to all incoming first-year and transfer students.

Learn More About First Tracks

The Bike & Ski Shop

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Bike Services
Free rentals up to 7 days, with the exception of if there are Bike Trips on scheduled weekends. All Bike Shop maintenance services are free including tune-ups. The only costs are if you need replacement parts for repair, we will let you know and provide an estimate of cost before placing an order.

Summer rentals will run from May 11-Aug. 7, and all requests must be submitted via email to OAP@regis.edu. Please include your full name, student ID, a list of the items you wish to rent and your preferred pickup time in the message. Note that all equipment pickups and returns are restricted to the Fitness Center’s summer hours, which are Mon-Thurs, noon-6 p.m.

Ski & Snowboard Services
Starting in November, maintenance will be available for ski and snowboards. We provide waxing, p-texing and edge sharpening. We also provide 2 ski shuttles per month to Ikon ski resorts during the winter months.

Regis Outdoor Adventure Program is a member of the Ikon Pass College Club Program, which offers an exclusive discount on the Ikon Pass to current students! For pricing, registration and general information, click the Ikon registration button. You can also email oap@regis.edu for any further questions.

Register for the 26/27 Ikon Pass College Club Discount

The Bike & Ski Shop Hours

M-Th: 10 a.m. – noon  and 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. | Friday: 10 a.m – noon

Summer rentals run May 11-Aug. 7, and all requests must be submitted via email to oap@regis.edu.

Hours are subject to change and may vary during finals week, spring break and campus holidays. Email oap@regis.edu to confirm hours.

Questions?
Contact the Outdoor Adventure Program at oap@regis.edu

Climbing Wall

Come and enjoy the climbing wall anytime the fitness center is open. Check out the Fitness Center for the most up-to-date hours of operation.

The Climbing Wall hosts a variety of events throughout the school year including Intro to Climbing Nights, Community Settings Nights and Climbing competitions with pizza and prizes. Climbing shoes are available to rent for free. Check our Upcoming Trips and Activities for more information.

For more information on climbing competitions, classes and general climbing information, contact OAP at oap@regis.edu.

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aerial view of Northwest Denver campus
Outdoor Adventure Program

Location: Coors Life Directions Center 118D

Hours:
May vary during campus holidays and finals
Monday-Thursday:
10 a.m. – noon and 2 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Friday:
10 a.m – noon

Summer rentals run May 11-Aug. 7, and all requests must be submitted via email to oap@regis.edu.

Contact: 303.964.5149 | oap@regis.edu

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