ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ Outdoors Overview

Whether the trip is to our local rivers, trails, or climbing areas, ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ Outdoors invites outdoor enthusiasts of all skill levels to participate in exciting adventure-based learning opportunities. Our program offers a wide range of outdoor pursuits providing a diversity of rich experiences for our students. The program fosters the development of leadership skills and outdoor ethics in our student leaders and participants. We provide all transportation and gear for every trip, so all you need to bring is you! The outdoors belong to everyone, and with ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ Outdoors everyone belongs!

Fall 2026 Trip List

Trip Dates Trip Names Location
Sun Sept 6th Hike and Swim Eno River Quarry
Sun Sept 13th River Tubing TBD
Sat-Sun Sept 19th-20th Intro to Camping Hanging Rock/Pilot Mountain
Sat Sept 26th Moore’s Wall Bouldering Moore’s Wall
Sun Sept 27th  Goat Yoga Avery Farms
Sat-Sun Oct 3rd-4th Fall Foliage Backpacking Jefferson National Forest
Fri Oct 9th Sunset Paddle Saxapahaw
Thu-Sun Oct 15th-18th Fall Break: Coastal Kayaking Charleston, SC
Sat Oct 24th Moonlight Paddle Saxapahaw
Sat-Sun Oct 24th-25th Cave and Camp Elkwood Campground and Alum Cave/Linville Caverns
Sun Nov 1st Yoga Hike Shallow Ford
Sat-Sun Nov 7th-8th Dragon’s Tooth Backpacking Jefferson National Forest
Sun Nov 8th Horseback Riding Tanglewood Stables
Sun Nov 15th Hike and Explore Boone Boone area

Trip Registration

How do I register for an ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ Outdoors Trip?

Registration for all ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ Outdoors trips and events are done on the ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ Fusion Go or on elon.edu/u/campus-recreation and opens on the first day of each semester. Once you are on the homepage, click on the All Programs tab and select “ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ Outdoors Trips” in the dropdown menu to find all the current trip offerings. Participants must pay online when they register in order to confirm their spot. Registration closes 4-9 days before each trip or when the trip fills. Once a trip fills, it will no longer appear on the registration system. You can email ±ð±ô´Ç²Ô´Ç³Ü³Ù»å´Ç´Ç°ù²õ°ª±ð±ô´Ç²Ô.±ð»å³ÜÌýto be added to a waiting list for a trip that is already full.

In general, refunds are not offered for participants who withdraw since we enter into contracts on your behalf for vendors, lodging, and other costs.

In order to confirm your spot, both registration and payment must be completed before the registration deadline. Any participants who have not completed paperwork or payment by this time will be removed from the roster and open up spots from the waiting list. All overnight trips will  include a mandatory pre-departure meeting to help with logistics and preparation.

All ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ Outdoors programming is intentionally drug- and alcohol-free. Any participant or staff found to be in possession or under the influence of alcohol or drugs (other than prescribed medication used correctly) will be removed from the trip immediately and will be sent through the Student Conduct process.

Please direct any questions about trip registration or payment to elonoutdoors@elon.edu

Outdoors Resource Center

Our office is open 12-5pm on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday during the semester. Stop by our office in Koury 106 to talk with Outdoors staff, learn more about upcoming events, or to plan your own outdoor adventure!

A variety of equipment is available to rent for those wishing to explore the vast array of outdoor pursuits available throughout the region. Visit the ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ Outdoors equipment rental form to request equipment and the on our website for more information. You can reach ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ Outdoors by calling 336-278-2267 or emailing elonoutdoors@elon.edu.