Welcome to the Outdoor Program blog! Our goal is to provide the resources you need to have successful and fun outdoor adventures! Our posts will give you a glimpse into the excitement of the beauty and zen that Utah has to offer. We will give you tips for your own outdoor adventures and examples of the amazing experiences we have in our Outdoor Program here at Weber State.
Halle Packer, she/her, Outdoor Program Marketing Specialist, ÈÕ±¾Ò»¼¶Æ¬ Campus Recreation
Explore why staying hydrated is vital, the signs of dehydration, and practical tips to ensure you're getting enough fluids.
By Halle Packer, she/her, Outdoor Program Marketing Specialist, ÈÕ±¾Ò»¼¶Æ¬ Campus Recreation
Explore why staying hydrated is vital, the signs of dehydration, and practical tips to ensure you're getting enough fluids.
By Wiktoria Kolodziejczyk (pronounced Victoria Kowuhjaycheck), Student Marketing Manager, ÈÕ±¾Ò»¼¶Æ¬ Campus Recreation
Five outdoor activities in and near Ogden to try during summer.
By Halle Packer, she/her, Outdoor Program Marketing Specialist, ÈÕ±¾Ò»¼¶Æ¬ Campus Recreation
Five outdoor activities in Northern Utah to try during summer break including biking, fishing and more.
By Halle Packer, she/her, Outdoor Program Marketing Specialist, ÈÕ±¾Ò»¼¶Æ¬ Campus Recreation
Seven ways walking benefits and improves your life!
By Markéta Havlova, she/her, Marketing Promotion Specialist, ÈÕ±¾Ò»¼¶Æ¬ Campus Recreation
A guide for making the most of your visit to Arches National Park.
By Halle Packer, she/her, Outdoor Program Marketing Specialist, ÈÕ±¾Ò»¼¶Æ¬ Campus Recreation
Seven winter gear essentials you'll need for all your winter outdoor adventures
By Halle Packer, she/her, Outdoor Program Marketing Specialist, ÈÕ±¾Ò»¼¶Æ¬ Campus Recreation
Five outdoor winter date ideas to take your sweetheart on this Valentines season.
By Matisse Mosher, she/her, Outdoor Program Marketing Specialist & Trip Leader, ÈÕ±¾Ò»¼¶Æ¬ Campus Recreation
A recap of a beginner's first time mountain biking in Ogden with the ÈÕ±¾Ò»¼¶Æ¬ Outdoor Program in Ogden.
By Matisse Mosher, she/her, Outdoor Program Marketing Specialist & Trip Leader, ÈÕ±¾Ò»¼¶Æ¬ Campus Recreation
An introduction to the three layer system to stay warm and safe during winter adventures.
By Amy Knight, she/her, Outdoor Program Coordinator, ÈÕ±¾Ò»¼¶Æ¬ Campus Recreation
An introduction to ski and board tuning and care, including the basics of base repair, edge work and waxing.
By Cage Vigil (he/him), Field Supervisor
A collection of excerpt's from Cage Vigil's field journal during the Outdoor Program's recent service learning trip to Nepal
By Hayley Prine (HP), she/her, Outdoor Program Coordinator, ÈÕ±¾Ò»¼¶Æ¬ Campus Recreation
Behind the scenes look at our recent winter trainings for our staff at the Outdoor Program including a retreat to brush up on emergency safety and wilderness first aid as well as a training at the Bloomington Canyon Yurt to train on avalanche safety, snowmobile use and more.
By Leslie Davis, ÈÕ±¾Ò»¼¶Æ¬ Campus Recreation Marketing Coordinator
A guide to skiing or snowboarding on a budget in Ogden, Utah. Tips include renting gear, skiing at night and taking an academic class.
By Leslie Davis, ÈÕ±¾Ò»¼¶Æ¬ Campus Recreation Marketing Coordinator
Introduction to the new Outdoor Program blog where we’ll recap trips, provide resources and guides, and more! There are lots of ways to play with the Outdoor Program including going on a trip, utilizing the rental center, getting certified, or climbing at the TTC.