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.

Registration for early fall adventures begins Tuesday, September 5th at 10:00 am. Trip registration ends on the Wednesday before the trip at 5:00 pm.

TripEmbark DatePrice
EARLY FALL
Ponce De Leon Springs SnorkelSat Sept 16$20
Itchetucknee Natural River FloatSun Sept 17$20
Wakulla River KayakSat Sept 23$20
Madison Blue Springs SwimSun Sept 24$20
Full Moon Paddle at Wacissa RiverSat Sept 30$20
Garden of Eden HikeSun Oct 1$20
Columbus Whitewater RaftingSat Oct 7$75
Ponce De Leon Springs SnorkelSun Oct 8$20
Florida Caverns ExpeditionSat Oct 14$45
Bike to St. Marks LighthouseSun Oct 15$20
LATE FALL
Wakulla River KayakSun Oct 22$20
Full Moon Paddle at Wacissa RiverSat Oct 28$20
Garden of Eden HikeSun Oct 29$20
Bike to the BaySat Nov 4$20
Falling Waters HikeSun Nov 5$20
Sinkhole HikeSat Nov 11$20
Aucilla River Canoe TripSun Nov 12$20
Providence Canyon HikeSat Dec 2$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.

Sign-up for early fall adventures beginning Tuesday, September 5th at 10:00 am. Trip registration ends on the Wednesday before the trip at 5:00 pm.

TripEmbark DatesPrice
EARLY FALL
Whitewater Rafting @ Ocoee, NCFri Sept 15 - Sun Sept 17$175
Camp & Hike @ Smokies, NCFri Sept 22 - Sun Sept 24$150
Stargaze & Paddle @ Reed Bingham, GASat Sept 30 - Sun Oct 1$75
Providence Canyon BackpackingSat Oct 7 - Sun Oct 8$50
Appalachian Trail BackpackingFri Oct 13 - Sun Oct 15$125
Suwannee River Canoe CampingSat Oct 14 - Sun Oct 15$50
LATE FALL
St. George Island CampingSat Oct 21 - Sun Oct 22$75
Cloudland Canyon Camp & HikeFri Oct 27 - Sun Oct 29$100
Camping @ Florida CavernsSat Nov 4 - Sun Nov 5$75
Camp & Hike @ Smokies, NCFri Nov 10 - Sun Nov 12$150
Hammock & Backpack @ Talladega, ALFri Nov 17 - Sun Nov 19$125
Camp & Hike @ Paines Prairie State ParkSat Dec 2- Sun Dec 3$50

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.

ACTIVITYDATE & TIMELOCATION
Hammock and SlacklineWed Sept 13 | 3-5 PMLandis Green
Paddling*Thurs Sept 21 | 3-5 PMRez Lakefront Park
Hammock and SlacklineWed Sept 27 | 3-5 PMLandis Green
Sunset Paddle and Stargaze*Thurs Oct 5 | 6-8 PMRez Lakefront Park
Tallahassee Hike*Wed Oct 11 | 3-5 PMTBD
Tallahassee Hike*Thurs Oct 19 | 3-5 PMTBD
Hammock and SlacklineWed Oct 25 | 3-5 PMLandis Green
Sunset Paddle and Stargaze*Thurs Nov 2 | 6-8 PMRez Lakefront Park
Tallahassee Hike*Wed Nov 8 | 3-5 PMTBD
Sunset Paddle and Stargaze*Thurs Nov 16 | 6-8 PMRez Lakefront Park
Hammock and SlacklineWed Nov 29 | 3-5 PMLandis 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 Rez Lakefront Park Administrative Offices.