Recreation Programming

Ready to reach new heights? Join us for a fun, safe and accessible introduction to climbing. Learn the basics of climbing and elevate your skills with our instructors and other beginner climbers.

Date: Wednesday, Aug 27

Time: 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.

Cost: FREE

No registration necessary.

Join us for a day of hiking, kayaking, and canoeing at Itasca.

Date: Saturday, Sept 20

Time: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Cost: $10

Registration opens Aug 25 and closes Sept 15.

Get your lead climbing certification by taking this two-day course. Must be able to belay with a gri gri and climb at level 5.7 or higher.

Date: September 15 and 17

Time: 6:00 p.m.

Cost: $10

Registration opens Aug 25 and closes Sept 12.

Learn how to set a route from our amazing climbing wall staff!

Date: Wednesday, Sept 21

Time: 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Cost: $5

Registration opens Aug 25 and closes Sept 21.

Participate in our annual climbing and bouldering competition! Open to NDSU students and community members.

Date: Saturday, Oct 4

Time: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Student Cost: $35

Non-Student Cost: $45

Registration opens Aug 25 and closes Oct 4

Join us as we hunt for the famous trolls scattered across the Detroit Lakes area. We will be hiking and leaf peeping on our way to complete the Troll Hunt map.

Date: Saturday, Oct 11

Time: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Cost: $10

Registration opens Aug 25 and closes Oct 6.

Join us for this fun new craft event repurposing climbing rope to make and walk away with a cool new rug, coaster, bag, planter, or anything you can imagine!

Date: Wednesday, Oct 22

Time: 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

Cost: FREE

Registration opens Aug 25 and closes Oct 20.

Immerse yourself in a fun evening of climbing with this event designed by women, for women! Whether you're new to the sport or an experienced climber, this event is all about building confidence, community, and strength. Although this program is designed for women, anyone is welcome to register and participate. No experience necessary and all gear is provided for this FREE event.

Date: Wednesday, Nov 12

Time: 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

Cost: FREE

Registration opens Aug 25 and closes Nov 10.

Bring your best balance and come skate under the Lights with us!

Date: Sunday, Dec 7

Time: 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Cost: $5 for transportation, skating is free (skates are available to rent at the Lights and at the Outdoor Adventures desk)

Registration opens Aug 25 and closes Dec 1

Expand your climbing skill set and learn how to safely belay other climbers for top rope climbing. Classes will run throughout the semester.

Date: Mon, Tues, Wed

Time: 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.

Cost: FREE

No registration necessary.