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 in the FSU Rec app or through the Rec Connect web portal under ‘Events’.
Registration for early fall adventures begins Wednesday, August 27 at 10:00 a.m. Trip registration ends on the Wednesday before the trip at 5:00 pm.
| Trip | Embark Date | Price |
|---|---|---|
| EARLY FALL | ||
| Wacissa River Paddleboard | Sat Sept 13 | $20 |
| Ichetucknee River Float | Sun Sept 14 | $20 |
| Wakulla River Kayak | Sat Sept 20 | $20 |
| Madison Springs Swim | Sun Sept 21 | $20 |
| Ponce De Leon Springs Swim | Sat Sept 27 | $20 |
| Florida Caverns Expedition | Sun Sept 28 | $50 |
| Garden of Eden Hike | Sat Oct 4 | $20 |
| Full Moon Paddle | Sun Oct 5 | $20 |
| St. George Island Beach Expedition | Sat Oct 11 | $20 |
| Whitewater Raft at Columbus, GA | Sun Oct 12 | $75 |
| Madison Springs Swim | Sat Oct 18 | $20 |
| Bald Point Beach Hike | Sun Oct 19 | $20 |
| LATE FALL | ||
| Wakulla Springs Picnic & Paint | Sat Oct 25 | $20 |
| St. Marks Lighthouse Hike | Sun Oct 26 | $20 |
| Wacissa River Kayak | Sat Nov 1 | $20 |
| Garden of Eden Hike | Sun Nov 2 | $20 |
| Sinkhole Expedition | Sat Nov 8 | $20 |
| St. Marks Trail Bike | Sun Nov 9 | $20 |
| Providence Canyon Hike | Sat Nov 15 | $20 |
| Wakulla River Canoe | Sun Nov 16 | $20 |
| Fort Braden Hike | Sat Nov 22 | $20 |
| Sinkhole Expedition | Sun Nov 23 | $20 |
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 in the FSU Rec app or through the Rec Connect web portal under ‘Events’.
Registration for early fall adventures begins Wednesday, August 27 at 10:00 a.m. Trip registration ends on the Wednesday before the trip at 5:00 pm.
| Trip | Embark Dates | Price |
|---|---|---|
| EARLY FALL | ||
| Columbus Whitewater Raft & Camp | Sept 13-14 | $175 |
| St. Andrews Beach Camp | Sept 13-14 | $75 |
| Pine Mountain Backpack | Sept 20-21 | $75 |
| Cloudland Canyon Camp | Sept 26-28 | $100 |
| Ocoee Whitewater Raft & Camp | Sept 26-28 | $175 |
| Stargaze & Paddle at Reed Bingham | Oct 4-5 | $75 |
| Hammock Backpack at Talladega, AL | Oct 10-12 | $125 |
| Appalachian Trail Backpack | Oct 17-19 | $125 |
| LATE FALL | ||
| Tallulah Gorge Camp | Oct 24-26 | $100 |
| Providence Canyon Camp | Oct 25-26 | $75 |
| Cloudland Canyon Camp | Oct 31-Nov 2 | $100 |
| Pine Mountain Backpack | Nov 1-2 | $75 |
| Camp & Hike at Smokey Mountains | Nov 8-11 | $250 |
| St. Andrews Beach Camp | Nov 15-16 | $75 |
| Paynes Prairie Camp | Nov 21-23 | $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 FSU Rec app or through the Rec Connect web portal under ‘Events’.
| Explore Local Event | Registration Dates | Event Date & Time | Event Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smores on Landis | N/A | Tues Aug 26 | 3-5 PM | Landis Green |
| Hammock & Slackline | N/A | Wed Aug 27 | 3-5 PM | Landis Green |
| Stand Up Paddleboard Clinic* | 8/22-9/5 | Fri Sept 5 | 2-4 PM | FSU Lakefront Park |
| Hammock and Slackline | N/A | Thurs Sept 11 | 3-5 PM | Landis Green |
| Fire Build & Smores* | 9/2-9/16 | Tues Sept 16 | 5-7 PM | FSU Lakefront Park |
| Lakefront Paddle* | 9/10-9/24 | Wed Sept 24 | 5-7 PM | FSU Lakefront Park |
| Smores on Landis | N/A | Tues Sept 30 | 3-5 PM | Landis Green |
| Kayak Clinic* | 9/19-10/3 | Fri Oct 3 | 2-4 PM | FSU Lakefront Park |
| Hammock and Slackline | N/A | Tues Oct 7 | 3-5 PM | Landis Green |
| Fire Build & Smores* | 9/30-10/14 | Tues Oct 14 | 5-7 PM | FSU Lakefront Park |
| Lakefront Paddle* | 10/9-10/23 | Thurs Oct 23 | 5-7 PM | FSU Lakefront Park |
| Fire Build & Smores* | 10/15-10/29 | Wed Oct 29 | 5-7 PM | FSU Lakefront Park |
| Lakefront Full Moon Paddle* | 10/22-11/5 | Wed Nov 5 | 7-9 PM | FSU Lakefront Park |
| Kayak Clinic* | 10/31-11/14 | Fri Nov 14 | 2-4 PM | FSU Lakefront Park |
| Hammock and Slackline | N/A | Thurs Nov 20 | 3-5 PM | Landis Green |
| Fire Build & Smores* | 11/11-11/25 | Tues Nov 25 | 5-7 PM | FSU Lakefront Park |
| *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.
