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 late fall adventures begins Tuesday, October 1 at 10:00 a.m. Trip registration ends on the Wednesday before the trip at 5:00 pm.
| Trip | Embark Date | Price |
|---|---|---|
| EARLY FALL | ||
| Wakulla River Kayak | Sat Sept 14 | $20 |
| Full Moon Paddle | Sun Sept 15 | $20 |
| Ichetucknee River Float | Sat Sept 21 | $20 |
| Madison Springs Swim | Sun Sept 22 | $20 |
| Ponce De Leon Springs Swim | Sat Sept 28 | $20 |
| Wacissa River Paddleboarding | Sun Sept 29 | $20 |
| Whitewater Rafting at Columbus, GA | Sat Oct 5 | $75 |
| Florida Caverns Expedition | Sun Oct 6 | $50 |
| Garden of Eden Hike | Sat Oct 12 | $20 |
| Ichetucknee River Float | Sun Oct 13 | $20 |
| LATE FALL | ||
| Full Moon Paddle | Sat Oct 19 | $20 |
| Wakulla River Kayak | Sun Oct 20 | $20 |
| Bike to the Apalachee Bay | Sat Oct 26 | $20 |
| Ponce De Leon Springs Swim | Sun Oct 27 | $20 |
| Sinkhole Expedition | Sat Nov 2 | $20 |
| Elinor Klapp-Phipps Hike | Sun Nov 3 | $20 |
| Lafayette Park Picnic & Paint | Sat Nov 9 | $20 |
| St. George Island Beach Expedition | Sun Nov 10 | $20 |
| Full Moon Paddle | Sat Nov 16 | $20 |
| St. Marks Exploration | Sun Nov 17 | $20 |
| Garden of Eden Hike | Sat Nov 23 | $20 |
| Alfred Maclay Picnic & Paint | Sun Nov 24 | $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 late fall adventures begins Tuesday, October 1 at 10:00 a.m. Trip registration ends on the Wednesday before the trip at 5:00 pm.
| Trip | Embark Dates | Price |
|---|---|---|
| EARLY FALL | ||
| Ocoee Whitewater Rafting | Sept 13-15 | $175 |
| Stargaze & Paddle Camp at Reed Bingham | Sept 21-22 | $75 |
| Providence Canyon Backpacking | Sept 28-29 | $75 |
| St. George Island Beach Camping | Oct 5-6 | $75 |
| Appalachian Trail Backpacking | Oct 11-13 | $125 |
| LATE FALL | ||
| Suwannee River Canoe Camping | Oct 19-20 | $75 |
| Cloudland Canyon Camping | Oct 25-27 | $110 |
| St. Andrews Beach Camping | Nov 2-3 | $75 |
| Camping & Hiking @ Smoky Mountains | Nov 8-11 | $150 |
| Hammock Backpacking at Talladega | Nov 15-17 | $125 |
| Paynes Prairie Camping | Nov 23-24 | $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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hammock & Slackline | N/A | Wed Sept 11 | 3-5 PM | Landis Green |
| Lakefront Paddle* | 9/5-9/18 | Thurs Sept 19 | 5-7 PM | FSU Lakefront Park |
| Tally Hike: Lafayette Park* | 9/11-9/24 | Wed Sept 25 | 4-6 PM | Meet at the Den in SSB |
| Hammock and Slackline | N/A | Thurs Oct 3 | 3-5 PM | Landis Green |
| Tally Hike: Lake Talquin State Park* | 9/25-10/8 | Wed Oct 9 | 4-6 PM | Meet at the Den in SSB |
| Lakefront Full Moon Paddle* | 10/3-10/16 | Thurs Oct 17 | 7-9 PM | FSU Lakefront Park |
| Hammock and Slackline | N/A | Wed Oct 23 | 3-5 PM | Landis Green |
| Tally Hike: Fort Braden Trail* | 10/17-10/30 | Thurs Oct 31 | 4-6 PM | Meet at the Den in SSB |
| Lakefront Full Moon Paddle* | 10/23-11/5 | Wed Nov 6 | 7-9 PM | FSU Lakefront Park |
| Tally Hike: Cascades Park* | 10/31-11/13 | Thurs Nov 14 | 4-6 PM | Meet at the Den in SSB |
| Hammock and Slackline | N/A | Wed Nov 20 | 3-5 PM | Landis Green |
| *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.
