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

Friday, July 4 to Saturday, July 5

4th of July Sea kayak camping trip
When July 4th to July 5th 2 days
Where Puget Sound
Cost WWU: $65, Guest: $80

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Saturday, July 12

Mt Baker Climb
When July 12th 2 days
Where Mt Baker
Cost WWU: $150, Guest: $170

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Friday, July 18

Moonlight Sea Kayak trip (July 18th)
When July 18th 8 p.m.
Where Bellingham Bay
Cost WWU: $30, Guest: $40

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Sunday, July 20

Whitewater Rafting Day Trip
When July 20th 7:00am
Where TBD
Cost WWU: $40 Guest: $50

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Saturday, July 26 to Sunday, July 27

Mt Baker Climb
When July 26th to July 27th 2 days
Where Mt Baker
Cost WWU: $150, Guest: $170

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Sunday, August 3

Ladies Day Hike
When August 3rd 7:00am
Where TBD
Cost WWU: $15, Guest: $20

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Saturday, August 9 to Sunday, August 10

Squamish Rock Climbing Weekend (August 9th-10th)
When August 9th to August 10th 2 days
Where Squamish BC
Cost WWU: $80, Guest: $100

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