Outdoor Adventure Program

Register for the Outdoor Adventure Program Online NOW!

What Happens at Champlain’s Outdoor Adventure Program?

Champlain’s Pre-Orientation Outdoor Adventure Program (OAP) has been developed in order to provide a weekend set apart from the beginning of the school year to get acclimated to Champlain. This is an optional trip and will allow a small group of new students to get to know each other, develop bonds, and create connections helpful upon arrival to college. Along with new familiarity to peers, new students will also become familiar with staff, student leaders and the beauty of Vermont. The OAP is a great base for your college experience. We encourage you to join us! 

What to Expect:

• Meet new and current students
• Group meetings and activities with your Orientation Leader
• Hiking and other outdoor fun
• Discussions about your expectations and general college information
• Free time to hang out and meet new friends

Review the Weekends Schedule:

July 18th beginning at 9am through July 20th at 12pm is the timeline for this trip.  Click here to review the Pre-Orientation Outdoor Adventure Program weekend schedule.

Things to Bring:

• Sleeping Bag
• Clothes for different weather and outdoor activities
• Warm days
• Cooler evenings
• Rain
• Hiking/activities/lounging etc
• Bathing suit/beach towel
• Towel for showers
• Games/equipment for down time (baseball glove, lacrosse stick, playing cards, acoustic guitar etc.)
• Appropriate footwear
• Hiking boots/shoes
• Sneakers
• Sunglasses
• Sun block
• Hat with visor
• Toiletries
• Day pack (to carry lunch, rain gear, water, etc)
• Insect repellent

Registration and Fees:

The fee to participate is $200 and must be paid at the time of registration.

Online Registration for the Outdoor Adventure is now open.