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Trips- Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find more information about each trip?

More information about trip specifics can be found on our Sign Up Page Here. These will have more in-depth trip descriptions, exertion levels, and trail lengths. Once you're registered for a trip, your trip leader will reach out by email the week before the trip with even more specifics, like where/when to meet and what to pack. Some trips, like our technical day trips and overnight trips, have a pretrip meeting associated. This meeting is mandatory as it will go over necessary packing and skills!

What do I need to pack for a trip?

Outdoor Pursuits will provide all gear, transportation and instruction necessary for each trip. On overnight trips, food is included as well. A sample packing list for your personal gear can be found below, with many personal items also reservable at OPP for no additional cost.

Sample Day Trip Packing List

Sample Overnight Packing List

I haven't done a lot of things outdoors before, can I still sign up?

The Outdoor Pursuits Program is designed to be a welcoming environment for folks to spend time outside and push themselves out of their comfort zone. All of our trips are designed to be instructional and fun - we will teach you! Pay attention to the "Exertion Levels" listed on each of the trips- those will help designate what previous experience and physical exertion is expected with each trip.

Do I need to know anyone on my trip?

Nope! We encourage folks to sign up, even if they don't know anyone else signed up, as a way to meet new people and get new experiences. Our trip leaders will facilitate activities to help you get to know new folks, and hopefully you'll leave with some new friends.

I can't attend anymore! Can I have a refund?

Two weeks or more from the start date of a trip, we can issue you a credit in the amount of your trip fee, to be used on future trips. Two weeks or less from the start date of a trip, we are unable to refund or credit your trip fee. Please check your calendar carefully before enrolling to make sure you can attend.