The great outdoors
Outdoor recreation - biking, camping, hiking, stargazing, hammocking, climbing, or just relaxing - is good for your mind, body, and social life. It prevents stress, allows you to build relationships with others, makes you more productive at work, and increases your self-esteem. In fact, "research shows that people who exercise regularly experience longer, deeper, more restful sleep." In turn, it'll give you more energy and better concentration.
Thankfully, we're here for you (and provide so many ways for you to get outside)! From climbing and biking opportunities to outdoor trips across the state, RecWell's Outdoor Adventures program helps to inspire lifelong adventure - whatever that means to you.
During the month of September and October, we're encouraging increased outdoor activity by competing against 97 other schools in the U.S. The AORE Campus Challenge is open to anyone, gives away free stuff, and provides an extensive list of outdoor activities - whether you're a beginner or advanced outdoor enthusiast!
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Fitness
- Swim Lessons are back! Offered Mon, Tues, and Wed, the various offerings are available for beginner and intermediate swimmers. Register online!
- Try our UFit plan for a structured, independent workout plan, or purchase a personal training package for one-on-one coaching from a Certified Personal Trainer.
Student WellnessOutdoor Adventures- Big Splash Week is Sept 15 – 21, and the Confluence on Tues 9/17 is a must for anyone outdoorsy - free food, kayak tours, and guided hikes! Bring your bike & join the group ride leaving from the Clock Tower at 10am.
- Deadlines for rock climbing & hiking technical skill workshops and trips are approaching fast! Visit the website for details & registration.
Sports Programs
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Outdoor Recreation Campus Challenge - Sat, Sept 16 - Sun, Oct 13, 2019
- Registration is Sept 3-15; must be registered by Sept 15 to participate.
- GVSU is competing against 97 other schools across the country to see who is the most “outdoorsy” and active. Enjoy the outdoors, log your activities, win free stuff, and help GVSU win the title of National Outdoor Champion!
- gvsu.edu/rec/outdoorchamps
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Live Eat Rec
House Party - Thurs, Sept 19, 2019 from 6-8pm
- South E Apartments
- Join Housing & Residence Life, Campus Dining, Recreation, and RHA for yard games, pizza, live musi, prizes, and south campus housing tours of Laker Village, South Apartments, and Grand Valley Apartments!
- FREE to students; no registration.
- gvsu.edu/housing/events
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Walk with the President - Fri, Oct 4, 2019 at 9:45am
- Meet at the Clock Tower, GVSU Allendale Campus
- Join President Mantella, GVSU Deans, and fellow Lakers as we come together to promote exercise.
- FREE to everyone; no registration.
- gvsu.edu/studentwellness/fair
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Wellness Fair - Fri, Oct 4, 2019 from 11am-2pm
- Kirkhof Center Lobby
- Learn about campus wellness resources to engage your own health and well-being, and don't miss out on free food samples, giveaways and prizes, flu shot clinic, STD testing, screenings, and wellness education.
- FREE to everyone, no registration.
- gvsu.edu/studentwellness/fair
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Family Weekend 5K - Sat, Oct 5, 2019 at 9am
- Registration is open to anyone!
- With men's, women's, and all-gender divisions, this run/walk includes medals for race winners, refreshments and snacks, giveaways, and t-shirts for all participants who register before Sept 13.
- We've partnered with several student orgs, providing fundraising opportunities.
- gvsu.edu/rec/familyweekend5k
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