On Going Adventure Recreation Programs
The Mile High Club
Date: Ongoing
Time: M-F 12 pm – 8 pm
Location: Andrews Student Recreation and Wellness Center - Climbing Wall
Description: Do you have what it takes to join the ranks of the Mile High Club? By climbing to the top of our wall 100 times, you’ve climbed a total of one mile in the air. Once you completed the mile, you can wear your free t-shirt with pride!
Cost: Free
Registration: At Climbing Wall
Contact: R.J. Markowitz ramarkowitz@ysu.edu or 330-941-1964
Fresh Route Friday
Date: Ongoing
Time: M-F 12 pm – 8 pm
Location: Andrews Student Recreation and Wellness Center - Climbing Wall
Description: Each week the climbing wall will feature a fresh route, or two, for you to try. You will receive a punch card with 14 weeks on it. If you make sure it is punched at least 12 times you will receive a fresh t-shirt!
Cost: Free
Registration: At Climbing Wall
Contact: R.J. Markowitz ramarkowitz@ysu.edu or 330-941-1964
Adventure Rec Outdoor Gear and Kayaks
Date: Ongoing
Time: During Adventure Rec Resource Center Hours
Location: Adventure Rec Resource Center
Description: Camp, hike, and now KAYAK on a budget! Backpacks, tents, coolers, chairs, cooking equipment, sleeping bags, hammocks, kayaks, and more are available for rent with a college budget in mind. We also have plenty of information on site to help you decide where your next outdoor adventure is going to be!
Cost: Varies depending on gear/number of nights.
Registration: Gear can be viewed at http://cms.ysu.edu/administrative-offices/campus-recreation-and-wellness/adventure-rec-resource-center and checked out in the Adventure Rec Resource Center
Contact: R.J. Markowitz ramarkowitz@ysu.edu or 330-941-1964
Custom Team Building Programs
Date: Ongoing
Time: Various
Location: Andrews Student Recreation and Wellness Center
Description: Elevate your team, group, or staff to the next level with a team building and challenge course program from Adventure Rec. We offer a wide variety of games that promote and develop the skills that help groups, student organizations, classes, teams, and student staff members elevate their productivity. We also have a mobile escape room that will come to your next meeting or program on campus! Details to follow at www.ysu.edu/reccenter
Cost: Varies
Registration: Submit a teambuilding form at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1PJBxIOItteVHODXzXUwPEUM7_OlDRiww-Job5CBsQMA/viewform?edit_requested=true for a quote specific to your group.
Contact: R.J. Markowitz ramarkowitz@ysu.edu or 330-941-1964
Specialty Offered Adventure Recreation Programs
Try Slacklining
Dates: 03/01/2019: 03/28/2019: 04/25/2019
Time: 6-8pm
Location: YSU Climbing Wall
Minimum/Maximum: N/A
Description: Similar to tightrope walking, slacklining tests your balance and coordination while balancing on webbing a few feet above the ground. Adventure Rec staff will be on hand to show you how and keep you safe.
Registration/Price: Drop in. Free for students and Andrew’s Members
Registration Deadline: N/A
Contact: R.J. Markowitz ramarkowitz@ysu.edu or 330-941-1964
February
*** Cancelled Due to Weather***College Night Ski and Snowboard
Date: 02/08/19
Time: Arrive at the Rec at 6 pm, Depart YSU at 6:30 pm, return to YSU around 2 am
Location: Departing from the Rec, Skiing at Brandywine
Description: Ski or snowboard under the lights at Brandywine/Boston Mills Ski resort during their late night ski. Price includes lift tickets, transportation, and snacks. Bring your own gear, or rent at a discounted rate of $15.
Registration/Price: Sign up online at https://store.reccenter.ysu.edu/ and click “Register” or in the Andrew’s Administrative Offices. YSU Students $30, Faculty/Staff Membership $49, Alumni / Affiliate Membership $55, Non-member $65
Discounted gear rental $15 for the night.
Minimum/Maximum: 7/20
Contact: R.J. Markowitz ramarkowitz@ysu.edu or 330-941-1964
Intro to Outdoor Photography with Peter Zelinka
Date: 02/28/2019
Time: 3:00pm – 5:00pm
Location: Kilcawley 2069
Description: YSU alumnus and self-described “nomadic nature photographer”, Peter Zelinka, will be talking about his outdoor photography expeditions, demonstrating gear, and teaching basics on outdoor photography and photography expeditions. Check out his work at https://www.peterzelinka.com.
Registration/Price: YSU Students $8, Faculty/Staff Membership $12, Alumni Membership / Affiliate $14, Community $21
Sign up online at https://store.reccenter.ysu.edu/ and click “Register” or in the Andrew’s Administrative Offices.
Minimum/Maximum: 5/20
Contact: R.J. Markowitz at 330-941-1964 or ramarkowitz@ysu.edu
Spring Break Staycation
Date: 03/11/2019 – 03/18/2019
Description: Planning on sticking around town for spring break? Need some excitement on a budget? Adventure Rec will be hosting a series of mini-trips and clinics that will ensure you can satisfy these needs! Programs will include paintball, ninja warrior gym, and a hike!
Registration/Price: Cost varies based on activity sign up at: https://store.reccenter.ysu.edu/
Contact: R.J. Markowitz ramarkowitz@ysu.edu or 330-941-1964
Paintball - Spring Break Staycation
Date: 03/11/19
Time: 4:00 – 8:00pm
Location: Meeting at the Rec Lobby traveling to Dimension Paintball in New Waterford, OH
Minimum/Maximum: 10/24
Description: Experience low-impact paintball with everything you need to play included! Low-impact allows to you minimize the pain and maximize the fun of playing paintball. Everything you need is included in the cost including protective equipment, marker, 500 paintballs, transportation, and pizza. Participants must use the marker provided; personal markers will not be allowed.
Registration/Price: Register at https://store.reccenter.ysu.edu/ YSU Students $45, Faculty/Staff Members $55, Alumni /Affiliate Members $65, Non-Andrews Member $75
Registration Deadline: TBD
Contact: R.J. Markowitz ramarkowitz@ysu.edu or 330-941-1964
Play CLE- Spring Break Staycation
Date: 03/13/19
Time: 1:00 – 9:00pm
Location: Meeting at the Rec Lobby traveling to Play CLE in Avon, OH
Minimum/Maximum: 15/24
Description: Check out the largest indoor adventure park of its kind. What exactly is included in the indoor adventure park? The longest indoor zip line in Ohio, or one of the largest ninja courses in the entire Midwest, ropes courses, obstacle courses and climbing walls, not to mention a full kitchen! Your trip will include transportation, pizza, and 3 hours of activity time.
Registration/Price: Register at https://store.reccenter.ysu.edu/ YSU Students $53, Faculty/Staff Members $58, Alumni /Affiliate Members $63, Non-Andrews Member $73
Registration Deadline: TBD
Contact: R.J. Markowitz ramarkowitz@ysu.edu or 330-941-1964
McConnell’s Mill State Park Hike- Spring Break Staycation
Date: 03/15/19
Time: 10:00 am – 4:00pm
Location: Meeting at the Rec Lobby traveling to McConnell’s Mill State Park
Minimum/Maximum: 6/12
Description: Beat cabin fever with a 6 mile moderate hike through McConnell’s Mill State Park. Trip will go in sun, rain, or snow so proper attire and preparation is essential for this trip. Transportation and lunch will be provided.
Registration/Price: Register at https://store.reccenter.ysu.edu/ YSU Students $5, Faculty/Staff Members $55, Alumni /Affiliate Members $65, Non-Andrews Member $75
Registration Deadline: TBD
Contact: R.J. Markowitz ramarkowitz@ysu.edu or 330-941-1964
Quickstart Your Kayak
Date: 04/10/19
Time: 4-7
Location: Beeghly Natatorium
Minimum/Maximum: 4/10
Description: The Quickstart Your Kayak workshop, presented by an America Canoe Association Instructor, is a brief introduction to paddling a kayak. Students are presented with basic information on dressing to paddle safety, potential hazards, and simple rescues. A minimal paddle skill set is presented and practiced, allowing students to safely and comfortably maneuver on still water.
Registration/Price: Register at https://store.reccenter.ysu.edu/ YSU Students $25, Faculty/Staff Members $30, Alumni /Affiliate Members $35, Non-Andrews Member $45
Registration Deadline: TBD
Contact: R.J. Markowitz ramarkowitz@ysu.edu or 330-941-1964