Outdoor Adventures at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln is offering five Spring Break trips for current Husker students between March 13 to 23, 2025.
Activity-related gear, transportation, meals, and instruction are included in the cost of the trips.
Each trip has a limited number of spots. Participants must register prior to the sign-up deadlines, either online or in person at the Outdoor Adventures Center located at the corner of 14th & W Streets on city campus.
Previous experience and outdoor skills are not a requirement to join a trip. Trip instructors will guide and lead each group through each adventure's activities.
Participants should be in good physical condition and have a positive state of mind. Trips are open to Husker students as well as the general public.
Questions? Contact Outdoor Adventures at 402-472-4777.
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Rio Grande Canoeing
March 13 to 23, 2025
If you seek a real adventure, the remote river canyons of southwest Texas are for you. Participants will cover about 80 miles in the tight canyons forged by the iconic Rio Grande River and explore side canyons or remains of abandoned villages.
The trip group will spend multiple days on the river with no resupplies or stops at restaurants. Given the remoteness and challenging rapids of this adventure, participants must be in good physical condition and have a positive state of mind.
$495 for UNL student ($165 deposit required to secure a spot)
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Escalante Canyons Backpacking
March 14 to 23, 2025
Located in south-central Utah’s high desert, Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument boasts some of the most beautiful geological features, natural arches, and orange and red canyons of the southwest United States.
Participants will explore canyons and learn about the area’s native cultures while backpacking the park. The group will carry in all the necessary gear, cook savory backcountry meals, and enjoy great conversations under the stars.
Many first-time adventurers have done this trip, though this is a serious physical activity requiring many hours of walking most days. Participants will need to supply their own sturdy hiking boots and rain gear.
$495 for UNL student ($165 deposit required to secure a spot)
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Utah National Parks Hiking Tour
March 14 to 24, 2025
Spend a week exploring the breathtaking National Parks of Southern Utah. Visit Zion, Canyonlands, Arches and other lesser-known national parks and trails. Participants should expect to spend most of their days hiking through the parks on foot. The group will cook and camp together at night.
This is the perfect trip for someone looking to get into hiking and outdoor adventures as well as seasoned explorers interested in checking new National Parks off their bucket list.
$525 for UNL student ($175 deposit required to secure a spot)
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Colorado Ice Climbing and Snowshoeing
March 15 to 22, 2025
It may be March, but the winter adventures continue in Colorado! With a cozy mountain cabin as home base, the group will spend a week snowshoeing and ice climbing as they explore two National Parks, the Rio Grande National Forest and the Great Sand Dunes.
Participants will be taught how to do the activities, so no experience is necessary.
$525 for UNL student ($175 deposit required to secure a spot)
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Ozark Mountains Rock Climbing
March 16 to 20, 2025
Spend spring break exploring the hundreds of climbing routes throughout the Ozark Mountains in Northwest Arkansas. Each day will be full of top rope climbing and bouldering, followed by relaxing nights along the Buffalo River.
Both first-time adventurers and experienced climbers will find routes that are fun and challenging, and everyone can find friendship and community on this trip.
$325 for UNL student ($108 deposit required to secure a spot)
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Seeking something different?
We have one more option...
Check out the four-day Alternate Service Break trip to Kansas City being organized for March 17-20, 2025.
During this experience, a small group of UNL students will give back to the community by volunteering side-by-side with Hope Faith-Homeless Assistance Campus, a nonprofit working to alleviate homelessness and poverty in Kansas City.
There are a very limited number of spots. Students must apply online by Feb 27 and then be selected as a participant. Cost is $150 for UNL students.
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