Outdoor Pursuits is FSU’s outdoor adventure program. We travel all over the Southeast with single day and weekend trips to great outdoor adventure destinations. And, we stay local with shorter excursions around and near campus. Every adventure is unique and each offers an opportunity to develop new skills, enhance your appreciation of the wilderness, adapt to new and challenging situations, and build lifelong relationships.
Single Day Adventure Trips
Ready to explore the outdoors around the region? Sign-up for a low-cost Outdoor Pursuits adventure trip and join us for a group hike, bike, climb, float, and more! No prior experience necessary! Sign up for a trip through the Rec Connect web portal.
Registration for EARLY FALL adventures begins Friday, August 28 at 10:00 a.m. Registration for LATE FALL adventures begins Thursday, October 1 at 10:00 a.m. For all trips, registration ends on the Wednesday before the trip at 5:00 p.m.
| Trip | Embark Date | Price |
|---|---|---|
| EARLY FALL | ||
| Columbus Whitewater Raft | Sun Sept 13 | $75 |
| Providence Canyon Hike | Sun Sept 13 | $25 |
| Wakulla River Kayak | Sat Sept 19 | $25 |
| Madison Blue Springs Swim | Sun Sept 20 | $25 |
| Full Moon Paddle on the Wacissa River | Sat Sept 26 | $25 |
| Ichetucknee Natural River Float | Sun Sept 27 | $25 |
| St. George Beach Day | Sat Oct 3 | $25 |
| Ponce De Leon Springs Snorkel | Sun Oct 4 | $25 |
| Ichetucknee Natural River Float | Sat Oct 10 | $25 |
| Garden of Eden Hike | Sun Oct 11 | $25 |
| St. Marks Lighthouse Hike | Sat Oct 17 | $25 |
| Wakulla River Kayak | Sun Oct 18 | $25 |
| LATE FALL | ||
| Madison Blue Springs Swim | Sat Oct 24 | $25 |
| Full Moon Paddle on the Wacissa River | Sun Oct 25 | $25 |
| Paint & Picnic at St. Marks Lighthouse | Sat Oct 31 | $25 |
| Sinkhole Hike | Sun Nov 1 | $25 |
| Florida Caverns Expedition | Sat Nov 7 | $50 |
| Providence Canyon Hike | Sun Nov 8 | $25 |
| Paddle on the Wacissa River | Sat Nov 14 | $25 |
| Florida Caverns Expedition | Sun Nov 15 | $50 |
| Bike to the Bay on the St. Marks Trail | Sat Nov 21 | $25 |
Overnight Trips
Outdoor Pursuits overnight trip schedule is chock-full of adventures that will give you the best of what the Southeast has to offer. No experience needed! Outdoor Pursuits trip leaders will provide all the gear and knowledge you’ll need, just pack a bag and a sense of adventure! Outdoor Pursuits will also provide transportation to trip locations. Check out the schedule below and register today! Sign up for a trip through the Rec Connect web portal.
Registration for EARLY FALL adventures begins Friday, August 28 at 10:00 a.m. Registration for LATE FALL adventures begins Thursday, October 1 at 10:00 a.m. For all trips, registration ends on the Wednesday before the trip at 5:00 p.m.
| Trip | Embark Dates | Price |
|---|---|---|
| EARLY SPRING | ||
| Providence Canyon Backpack | Feb 7-8 | $75 |
| Cloudland Canyon Camp | Feb 13-15 | $110 |
| Appalachian Trail Backpack | Feb 20-22 | $125 |
| Tallulah Gorge Camp | Feb 27-Mar 1 | $110 |
| St. Andrews Beach Camp | Feb 28-Mar 1 | $75 |
| Pine Mountain Backpack | Mar 7-8 | $75 |
| Manatee Springs Camp | Mar 7-8 | $75 |
| Spring Break in the Smoky Mountains | Mar 15-19 | $300 |
| LATE SPRING | ||
| Tallulah Gorge Camp | Mar 27-29 | $110 |
| Columbus Whitewater Raft & Camp | Mar 28-29 | $175 |
| Waterfalls Hike & Camp @ Helen, GA | Apr 3-5 | $110 |
| Stargaze & Paddle @ Reed Bingham | Apr 4-5 | $75 |
| Ocoee Whitewater Raft & Camp | Apr 10-12 | $175 |
| Hammock Backpack @ Talladega, AL | Apr 10-12 | $110 |
| St. Andrews Beach Camp | Apr 18-19 | $75 |
| Pine Mountain Backpack | Apr 18-19 | $75 |
Explore Local
Looking for an escape from the hustle and bustle of going to classes? Outdoor Pursuits invites you to unwind and spend some time outdoors through our Explore Local program! Join us every week for free, fun-filled experiences on or near campus.
Pre-registration is required for select adventures as noted. When required, sign up at least one week in advance in the myFSU app or through the Rec Connect.
| Explore Local Event | Registration Dates | Event Date & Time | Event Location | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smores on Landis | N/A | Thurs Aug 27 | 3-5 PM | Landis Green | FREE |
| Hammock & Slackline | N/A | Wed Sept 9 | 3-5 PM | Landis Green | FREE |
| Sailing Clinic at the Lake* | 8/28-9/18 | Fri Sept 18 | 1-3:30 PM | FSU Lakefront Park | $25 |
| Full Moon Paddle* | 9/10-9/24 | Thurs Sept 24 | 7-9 PM | FSU Lakefront Park | FREE |
| Smores on Landis | N/A | Wed Sept 30 | 3-5 PM | Landis Green | FREE |
| Sailing Clinic at the Lake* | 8/28-10/2 | Fri Oct 2 | 1-3:30 PM | FSU Lakefront Park | $25 |
| Sunset Paddle* | 9/22-10/6 | Tues Oct 6 | 6-8 PM | FSU Lakefront Park | FREE |
| Hammock and Slackline | N/A | Wed Oct 14 | 3-5 PM | Landis Green | FREE |
| Sailing Clinic at the Lake* | 10/1-10/23 | Fri Oct 23 | 1-3:30 PM | FSU Lakefront Park | $25 |
| Smores & Firebuilding at the Lake* | 10/14-10/28 | Tues Oct 28 | 5-7 PM | FSU Lakefront Park | FREE |
| Hammock and Slackline | N/A | Tues Nov 3 | 3-5 PM | Landis Green | FREE |
| Smores & Firebuilding at the Lake* | 10/29-11/12 | Thurs Nov 12 | 5-7 PM | FSU Lakefront Park | FREE |
| *Registration required |
Questions & Comments
Have questions about Outdoor Pursuits adventure trips and excursions? Our staff is here to help you get involved.
Call the Outdoor Pursuits staff at 850-645-2750, Mondays through Fridays, 9:00 am until 5:00 pm, send us an email, or visit our staff at the FSU Lakefront Park Administrative Offices.
