Summer 2012 Adventure Trips

Trip	Dates	Rating	$
Paddle Boarding Lady Bird Lake	June 2	-	35/45
Paddle Boarding San Marcos River	July 7	-	45/55
Taos Box 2-Day	June 8-11	-	325/375
Rio Grande Multi-Sport	June 28-July 2	-	485/535
Rio Chama - SUP/Kayak/Raft	July 19-23	-	480/530
Whitewater Kayak Instruction	August 9-13	-	535/585

Registration Steps

1. Pay online or in the Programs Office in GRE 2.204.
2. Submit the trip packet and a copy of your proof of health insurance at least 1 day prior to the pre-trip meeting (submit in person in GRE 2.204, email to outdoor@utrecsports.org, or fax to 232-4150).

Registration Notes

• You only need to submit your trip packet and insurance once per school year.
• If you are a student signing up online, you will be refunded the $10 discount a few business days after your purchase.
• All pre-trip meetings are required.
• UT students may purchase insurance for $2/day
  

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Paddle Boarding Lady Bird Lake
Lady Bird Lake Info Sheet

Registration	Open
Date	Saturday - June 2 from 1-3pm
Fee	$35/45
Pre-Trip Meeting	none
Rating	coming soon
Cancellation Date	5/28 @ 5pm ($10 Admin Fee)

Cool off and get a great work out in downtown Austin at our summer paddle boarding (aka stand up paddling) class. Paddle boarding is a cross between surfing and canoeing in which paddlers stand on a surfboard and, using a specially designed paddle, push themselves around the lake. Join us for a fun-filled and leisurely paddle on Lady Bird Lake.

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Paddle Boarding San Marcos River
San Marcos Info Sheet

Registration	Open
Date	Saturday - July 7 from 9am-3pm
Fee	$45/55
Pre-Trip Meeting	none
Rating	coming soon
Cancellation Date	7/2 @ 5pm ($10 Admin Fee)

Come cool down with the Adventure Trip Program as we drift and play in the clear waters of the San Marcos River. The San Marcos River is known as the “cleanest river in Texas.” The river literally springs to life from the Edwards Aquifer creating a beautiful clear running river that remains a cool 72 degrees year round. This trip will take us 11 miles down stream form San Marcos to Martindale, Texas. Grab a sack lunch, your swimsuit, and get ready for this unique and refreshing trip down one of Central Texas’ most inviting rivers.

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Taos Box 2-Day
Taos Box Info Sheet

Registration	Open
Date	June 8-11
Fee	$325/375
Pre-Trip Meeting	6/4 @ 6:30pm
Rating	coming soon
Cancellation Date	5/25 @ 5pm ($50 Admin Fee)

The premier overnight trip in the Rio Grande Gorge. Combines the Lower Taos Box with the Lower Gorge sections of the Rio Grande for a total of nearly 30 miles of Wild and Scenic River. Nowhere else can you find the same quality whitewater in such a remote and pristine canyon with incredible wildlife viewing opportunities contained in the depths of the Rio Grande Gorge below 800 feet of basalt.

The trip begins just outside of Taos at the historic John Dunn Bridge and the confluence of the Rio Grande and the Arroyo Hondo. Through the "Box" (Class IV) we'll experience some of the greatest whitewater and scenery in the southwest. That night we'll pull over to camp on the banks of the river and enjoy an amazing dinner prepared by your guides. In the morning you'll wake up to a hot cup of coffee and a beautiful breakfast before loading up the rafts and continuing downstream. A nice scenic float this morning through the Orilla Verde Recreation Area and the historic village of Pilar gives us a great finish to the trip through the famous whitewater of the Racecourse (Class III) section of the Rio Grande. Transportation by university vehicle to and from New Mexico included.

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Rio Grande Multi-Sport
Rio Grande Info Sheet

Registration	Open
Date	June 28 - July 2
Fee	$485/535
Pre-Trip Meeting	6/25 @ 6:30pm
Rating	coming soon
Cancellation Date	6/25 @ 5pm ($50 Admin Fee)

Looking for more than just a rafting trip? Interested in a trip suited for the outdoor enthusiast in everyone? This is the ultimate adventure and you’ll only find it with UT-RecSports and New Mexico River Adventures.

Our journey begins at the headquarters where the guides will outfit you with all the necessary equipment for the next three days, including camping, mountain biking and rafting equipment. Next we’ll drive north of Taos to the majestic Wild Rivers Recreation area where one of the most beautiful hikes in the Southwest awaits. Breathe in that fresh air as we descend the Rio Grande Gorge via the Scenic La Junta Trail ending on the banks of the Rio Grande near it’s confluence with the Red River. After a relaxing lunch by the river, we’ll continue upstream to get a view of one of the most treacherous rapids on the Rio Grande, Little Arsenic. After some great photo ops by the river we’ll begin the trek out of the canyon. The hike out is steep but also short and usually takes about an hour.

The following day begins with a short drive to the famous Rio Grande Gorge Bridge for an breathtaking view of the canyon and the beginning of our mountain biking segment. The ride parallels the rim of the gorge offering amazing views the entire way. There will be stops along the way with time for snacks and short walks to jaw dropping vistas. The ride culminates in a spectacular downhill all the way to the river where the rafts will be waiting. After a nice float we'll settle into camp on the banks of the Rio Grande and relax while the guides prepare a hearty dinner and breakfast.

The final day takes us through the spectacular class III rapids of the racecourse. This is a wonderful combination of activities for everyone looking for 3 days of adventure in one of the most scenic areas on earth! Transportation by university vehicle to and from New Mexico included.

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Rio Chama - SUP/Kayak/Raft
Rio Chama Info Sheet

Registration	Open
Date	July 19 - 23
Fee	$480/530
Pre-Trip Meeting	7/16 @ 6:30pm
Rating	coming soon
Cancellation Date	7/6 @ 5pm ($50 Admin Fee)

Bring the entire family and join us on the Rio Chama for the most scenic multiple day river trip in New Mexico. We begin the 33 mile river trip outside of the alpine town of Chama, NM and float down into a stunning and colorful sandstone and limestone canyon finishing up near the renowned artist village of Abiquiu. The upper reaches of the river are well known for the fantastic trout fishing and gorgeous pine trees lining the banks of the river. This stretch of river hides many treasures within the high reaching walls from hot springs to homesteads to ancient dinosaur tracks.

We will spend two nights at camps that are right on the river's edge and backed up by excellent opportunities for hiking and the exploration of numerous side canyons and vistas. We highly recommend that the adventurous types opt for navigating the river in their own craft, an inflatable kayak. We always bring a large oar powered raft to carry the equipment needed for this incredible wilderness experience. Of course there will also be paddleboats that allow everyone the opportunity to be active in our voyage down this Wild and Scenic River. Transportation by university vehicle to and from New Mexico included. Minimum age for the three day Rio Chama is 5 y/o; children should be adventurous and have some previous outdoor experiences.

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Whitewater Kayak Instruction
Whitewater Info Sheet

Registration	Open
Date	August 9 - 13
Fee	$535/585
Pre-Trip Meeting	8/6 @ 6:30pm
Rating	coming soon
Cancellation Date	7/27 @ 5pm ($50 Admin Fee)

Are you interested in an introduction to the sport of whitewater kayaking with the one on one attention that only a private lesson can provide? Maybe you're a beginner kayaker looking to improve your whitewater roll, work on your forward stroke or improve your river reading skills. Or could it be that you're an advanced kayaker interested in learning the latest freestyle moves or hoping for some guidance with your boof and the principles of creek boating.

Our instructors will work with you from the time you call until your return to our headquarters in setting personal goals and following through to help with the progression of your paddling techniques. The individual attention you receive with our private lesson is sure to make a huge difference in your outlook on the wonderful sport of whitewater kayaking. All of our courses meet at our whitewater headquarters in the heart of the Rio Grande Gorge. With a wide variety of sections, the Rio Grande is the perfect venue for any and all styles and skill levels of kayaking. Oh and did we mention warm water? Yes, in the later summer months the combination of water levels and warm water temperatures make the Rio Grande the perfect river to learn to kayak. The majority of our students turn right around and reserve a space in one of our many other clinics to pursue their progression in this awesome activity. Transportation by university vehicle to and from New Mexico included.