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

Ongoing. Ends Sunday, November 8

Vantage Rock Climbing Weekend
When Ends November 8th Pre-trip meeting 7 p.m.
Where Outdoor Center
Cost $90 WWU students w/ ID, $110 guests

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Tuesday, November 10

Ski/Snowboard waxing and tuning Clinic
When November 10th 6 p.m.
Where Outdoor Center
Cost $5.00

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Thursday, November 12

Bike Maintenance Clinic
When November 12th 6 p.m.
Where Outdoor Center
Cost $5.00

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Saturday, November 14 to Sunday, November 15

Wilderness First Aid Certification Class
When November 14th to November 15th 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where Outdoor Center
Cost $165.00

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Birds of Whatcom County
When November 14th 8 a.m.
Where Outdoor Center
Cost $20 WWU students w/ ID, $30 guests

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Thursday, November 19

The Outdoor Center presents Craig Romano
When November 19th 7 p.m.
Where VU 552
Cost free

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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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Monday, November 30

Gear Grab
When November 30th 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where VU MPR
Cost $10 WWU students w/ ID, $25 community members to sell

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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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