Outdoor Adventures
Upcoming Events
Outdoor Adventures Kayak the Rock River / Oregon, IL Join us on a 6+ mile scenic paddle on the Rock River starting from Castle Rock to John Deere Park in...
5/15, 1 PM
We're offering on-site, hourly rentals at the East Lagoon on Wednesdays throughout the summer. It's an easy process, just sign up for a rental time starting...
5/19, 4 PM
Thank you to all for supporting the Communiversity Gardens and the Biological Sciences Greenhouse through our spring plant sale. There are still many great...
5/21, 10 AM
Let’s get down and dirty! Explore the caves and enjoy the wonders of the park located in the Raccoon Creek Valley of Iowa two hours west of Sycamore. Beyond...
Gain experience and learn standup paddleboard (SUP) and practice yoga while floating on the board in the pool. SUP is a fun activity that can challenge your...
6/1, 7 PM
Join us on a 6+ mile scenic paddle on the Rock River starting from Castle Rock to John Deere Park in Oregon, IL. Fee includes instruction and single kayak or...
Go on a modern-day treasure hunt when you join us for this geocache clinic. Learn some basic land navigation skills such as how to use a compass and practice...
6/19, 9 AM
Gain experience and learn standup paddleboard (SUP) and practice yoga while floating on the board in the pool. SUP is a fun activity that can challenge your...
Update 9/11/2020: Due to the recent increase of COVID-19 cases, the University is limiting all in-person activities and interactions until Monday, Sept. 28....
8/26/2020, 4 PM
Learn all about what NIU Outdoor Adventures is and what we offer, but in a new way! Normally we would invite you to visit our Outdoor Adventure Center, but...
8/26/2020, 7:30 PM
Virtual Event
Have a bike but don’t know where to ride locally? Join us to learn about the local bike trails in DeKalb! Bike on over to the Outdoor Adventure Center and we...
8/30/2020, 3 PM
Virtual Kayaking Clinic Date and Time(s): Weds., Sept. 2, 7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Join us virtually for an introduction to kayaking. We will discuss the...
9/2/2020, 7:30 PM
Virtual Event
Labor Day Lagoon Play Days NIU Outdoor Adventure staff will meet you at the East Lagoon for hourly gear rentals Sunday, 9/6 and Monday, 9/7 from 1-4 p.m....
9/6/2020, 1 PM
Join us virtually for an introduction to standup paddle boarding. We will discuss the history of standup paddle boarding, the basics of a SUP, and how to...
9/9/2020, 7:30 PM
Virtual Event
Update 9/11/2020: Due to the recent uptick of postive COVID cases, the University is limiting in-person activities and interactions until Monday, Sept....
9/11/2020, 8 PM
Learn to kayak on NIU’s East Lagoon. This includes a lesson for kayaking and a boat rental for the session. The first hour will consist of a lesson and the...
9/13/2020, 3 PM
Join us virtually for an introduction to canoeing. We’ll discuss the history of canoeing, the basics of a canoe and how to prepare for a canoe trip. Along...
9/16/2020, 7:30 PM
Virtual Event
Update 9/11/2020: Due to the recent uptick of postive COVID cases, the University is limiting in-person activities and interactions until Monday, Sept. 28....
9/17/2020, 4 PM
Update 9/11/2020: Due to the recent uptick of postive COVID cases, the University is limiting in-person activities and interactions until Monday, Sept. 28....
Update 9/11/2020: Due to the recent uptick of postive COVID cases, the University is limiting in-person activities and interactions until Monday, Sept. 28....
9/20/2020, 3 PM
Join us virtually for a lesson on what hiking is along with its myth and misinterpretations. In addition, we will also discuss the difference between front...
9/23/2020, 7:30 PM
Virtual Event
Join NIU Outdoor Adventures for a Friday night campfire at the West Lagoon! A campfire is a favorite symbolic element of the outdoor adventure experience...
10/2/2020, 8 PM
Enjoy a morning of a variety of different styles of yoga intermixed with hiking breaks, with a focus on reflection and immersion in nature. Upon arrival, the...
10/3/2020, 9 AM
Play on the 9-hole course at DeKalb Park District's Prairie Park. Choose between several options of play - play two rounds, or all three! These are...
10/4/2020, 1 PM
Join teacher Lindsay Reinhardt for an immersive nature flow yoga session at the East Lagoon. All levels of yogis are welcome. Please bring your own mat, or...
10/6/2020, 4 PM
Have a bike but don’t know where to ride locally? Join us to learn about the local bike trails in DeKalb! Bike on over to the NIU Outdoor Adventure Center...
10/11/2020, 3 PM
Join us virtually to learn what geocaching is all about. We will discuss navigation and geocaching basics, equipment used and what the Outdoor Adventure...
10/14/2020, 7:30 PM
Virtual Event
Bring the entire family to explore the nighttime woods after park hours. Learn about nocturnal critters and enjoy other educational activities. Come as a...
10/16/2020, 8 PM
Go on a modern-day treasure hunt when you join us for this geocache workshop. Learn some basic land navigation skills such as how to use a compass and...
10/18/2020, 3 PM
Sponsored by the Asian American Resource Center, Student Affairs, and Outdoor Adventures. Join us for a Friday night bonfire with activities will be...
10/23/2020, 6:30 PM
Join NIU Outdoor Adventures for a night of fun and shenanigans starting at 7 p.m., Oct. 30 in the MLK Commons next to the Holmes Student Center. Find us on...
10/30/2020, 7 PM
Come experience standup paddleboard (SUP) and practice yoga on the board in the pool. SUP is a growing activity that can be challenging at first but is tons...
11/1/2020, 1:30 PM
Stop by the Zoom Room to chat with Outdoor Adventure Graduate Assistants about any questions you may have regarding the great outdoors in general or any...
11/5/2020, 5 PM
Virtual Event