Explore Alaska! Spring 2013 Trips and Events Schedule


 
 
JanuaryStudents Affiliates 
19Pedro Dome Snowshoe*-full
$25
$32
 Follow in the historic footsteps of Felix Pedro on this scenic snowshoe hike.  Pedro Dome overlooks the Tanana and Chatanika rivers valleys and has great views of the Alaska Range to the south.  
26White Mountains Ski *-full
$35$45
 Enjoy the beautiful White Mountains Recreation Area.  We will watch the sun make its low red arc over the Alaska Range from White Mountain trail system.  These well maintained trails make it easy to get into the backcountry.  
February    
2Alpine Club Gear Swap  
 

Drop off -Febuary 1st from 6pm-9pm / Febuary 2nd 12am-noon-Wood Center Conference room C,D 

Sale is open from 1-3p

  
2Ace Lake Ski**-full$12$18
 We will explore some of the great local trails in the Goldstream Valley.  This is a terrific maze of trails that cross several beautiful lakes and make you feel like you are far out of town.   
9North Fork Ski and Soak**-full$45
$60
 Ski out the majestic North Fork of the Chena river on the Yukon Quest trail.  This scenic tour heads north off road into the wide open scenic North Fork valley.  We will drive to the Hot Springs for a relaxing soak after the ski. (Soak included in price)  
17Wickersham Dome Snowshoe*-full$30$36
 Have a great day out in the mountains.  We will head out onto the summit trail on Wickersham Dome to enjoy the Scenic panoramic views as we climb above tree line on this fun hike.    
17Banff Film Festival-Tickets on Sale Now!$10$12
 This annual event helps Fairbanksians survive the winter blues. Come and enjoy a night of action packed films from around the world. Tickets are on sale at the beginning of the semester. Event begins at 6PM in the Davis Concert Hall.  Prices listed are for tickets bought in advance for students and general admission.  
23Campus Day Ski*$10$15
 Want to get out skiing?  Come on and explore the campus trails with us.  We will set you up with the gear and show you the way as we head out onto the beautiful trails here at UAF.  No experience is necessary on this introductory experience of skiing.    
March  
3Tanana River Skate Ski** $20$25
 Spend the day skate skiing on the river with us.  We will start at the Chena Pump campground and head down the Tanana River following the snowmachine tracks that head south toward Nenana.    
23-24White Mountains Cabin Overnight**-full$90$105
 Ski out to one of the beautiful public use cabins in the White Mountains or Chena Rec Area.  We will ski out about seven miles on great interior trails to  a rustic cabin and enjoy a great night relaxing in style.  
30 and 31Skate Skiing Weekend Clinic Series*
$25$35 
 Want to learn how to skate ski?  This two lesson series will get you started in the art of skate skiing.  Both of the two hour lessons are here at our own UAF ski trails.  The lessons will be from 11am-2pm and skate skiing gear is provided.   
    
    
April  
6Ice Climbing** -full$45$55
 The sun is back and the ice is great.  Come out and try ice climbing.  We will climb a frozen waterfall down in the Denali Park area on this great day out.  
13Skiland Ski Day*-full$35$40
 This is the best time of year to get in some downhill skiing or snowboarding.  Come out with us.  We will drive you up to Skiland for a great day on the slopes.  Never skied?  Two hours of instruction are included in this fun day out.  (Price includes lift ticket.  Rental is $30 extra)  
20Angel Rock Hike and Soak*-full$45
$50
 Come out and take advantage of this shoulder season with a hike up to Angel Rocks.  We will climb up to check out the cool granite formations and enjoy the view before we head back and take a soak in the great Chena Hotsprings outdoor pool.  
27Springfest Farthest North Bouldering Comp FREE 
 Come out and test your bouldering skills at this rock climbing competition.  Show off your moves after a long winter in the gym, and get all tuned up for the outdoor climbing season that is soon to come.  Everyone is welcome at this all ability free climbing competition.  
28Spring Migration Paddle*-full$55
$65
 Be one of the first out on the water.  We will head down to the Delta Clearwater river and have an early season paddle on this great stretch of river.  The birds are making their way back and this river is a great place to enjoy their return.   
May   
4Spring Rock Climbing**-full$45$55 
   
 The sun is warm and the rock is dry.  Come out on this early season venture to the local crag.  Haven't tried rock climbing?  No problem.  This is a trip for all levels of experience.  
    
    
    
    

Rating system: * = No experience necessary, light physical exertion.

          ** = Some experience may be necessary, moderate physical exertion.

        *** = Experience required, strenuous physical exertion.

Active in the Alumni Association? If you have a current "Active Member" card, you can attend trips at the student rates.

Prices include: transportation, trip leaders, and use of Wood Center equipment. Prices for overnight trips include food. Contact us for additional information. 

All information subject to change!

Stop by our Wood Center office to sign up!

Refund Policy:

Payment in full is required to sign up for a trip.   A 100% refund is available if you notify the Outdoor Adventures Office of the cancellation more than one week (7 days) before the first day of the trip.   Cancellation less than one week before trip entitles the participant to a 50% refund. No refund is provided if the participant does not show up at the start of a trip.

Contact us at 474-6027

Email: uaf-oa-staff@alaska.edu