Hours

M-F 10am-4:30pm

Location

Viking Union 150 Near the Garden St. entrance

Phone

(360) 650-3112

Welcome to Western Washington University's Outdoor Center!

The Associated Students’ Outdoor Center provides a variety of outdoor-related opportunities and activities for all students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Emphasis is placed on developing and refining skills, responsible environmental practices, fostering diversity, enriching the academic experience, and promoting life-long learning. Resources include a knowledgeable staff, equipment rentals, the bike shop, excursions, educational resources, and instructional clinics.

If you would like to subscribe to the Outdoor Center's listserv which announces Outdoor Center news, please send an email request to as.oc.promotions@wwu.edu

New Services

The Outdoor Center Is....

Mostly, the product of a hardworking staff. Thanks to one and all.

A Bike Shop

This deal is untouchable! $2.00 gets you free use of the bike tools and the expert advice of a bike mechanic. The bike shop also sells commuting essentials (lights, fenders etc.) and replacement bike parts. If we don't have a part in stock, don't worry, we'll special order it for you.

A Rental Shop

All these great adventures to be had, and no equipment? We can set you up! We carry sea kayaks, ice axes, crampons, snowboards, telemark skis, tents for all causes, shovels, avalanche- transceivers, backpacks, snowshoes, stoves, and much more. Take advantage of the FREE FRIDAY rental special!

A Resource Area

Need info to get your trip off the ground? Maps, books, videos, magazines, THE FILE CABINET, snow conditions, weather, lunchtime movies, and more. We have a whole slew of resources. Come in and check them out!

Excursion

As you can see we run a whole bunch of different trips here at the O.C. If there is a trip you'd like to see happen, stop by and give us your suggestions. We're here for you!

Upcoming Events

Saturday, November 21

Environmental and Conservation Issues in our area
When November 21st 9 a.m.
Where Outdoor Center
Cost free

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Wednesday, December 9 to Sunday, December 13

Level 1 Avalanche Certification
When December 9th to December 13th 7 p.m. weekdays, 6 a.m. weekdays
Where Outdoor Center
Cost $275 WWU students w/ ID, $290 guests

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Saturday, December 12 to Monday, December 21

Wilderness First Responder certification class
When December 12th to December 21st 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where Outdoor Center
Cost $595.00

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Saturday, January 9

Snowshoe Day Trip
When January 9th 8 a.m.
Where AS Outdoor Center
Cost $30 WWU students w/ ID, $40 guests

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Tuesday, January 12

Kayak Roll Session
When January 12th 8 to 10 p.m.
Where Carver Gym Pool
Cost $5 per session or $30 per quarter

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Thursday, January 14

Ski/Snowboard Tuning Clinic
When January 14th 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Where AS Outdoor Center
Cost $5.00

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Snow Clinic
When January 14th 7 p.m.
Where AS Outdoor Center
Cost $8.00

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Tuesday, January 19

Kayak Roll Session
When January 19th 8 to 10 p.m.
Where Carver Gym Pool
Cost $5 per session or $30 per quarter

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Thursday, January 21

Snow Clinic
When January 21st 7 p.m.
Where AS Outdoor Center
Cost $8.00

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Tuesday, January 26

Kayak Roll Session
When January 26th 8 to 10 p.m.
Where Carver Gym Pool
Cost $5 per session or $30 per quarter

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Tuesday, February 2

Kayak Roll Session
When February 2nd 8 to 10 p.m.
Where Carver Gym Pool
Cost $5 per session or $30 per quarter

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Tuesday, February 9

Kayak Roll Sessions
When February 9th 8 to 10 p.m.
Where Carver Gym Pool
Cost $5 per session or $30 per quarter

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Thursday, February 11

Ski/Snowboard Tuning Clinic
When February 11th 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Where AS Outdoor Center
Cost $5.00

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Tuesday, February 16

Kayak Roll Sessions
When February 16th 8 to 10 p.m.
Where Carver Gym Pool
Cost $5 per session or $30 per quarter

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Tuesday, February 23

Kayak Roll Sessions
When February 23rd 8 to 10 p.m.
Where Carver Gym Pool
Cost $5 per session or $30 per quarter

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Tuesday, March 2

Kayak Roll Sessions
When March 2nd 8 to 10 p.m.
Where Carver Gym Pool
Cost $5 per session or $30 per quarter

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