WOU: Outdoor Program

About the Outdoor Program

The goal of the outdoor program is to bring the student, faculty/staff, alumni, and the general Monmouth/Independence community to the great outdoors of Oregon. We strive to provide events and some trips that you will not want to miss. The outdoor program is responsible for events such as the Snow Bus and the WOU Triathalon in which people from across the state come to compete. The Snow Bus offers people an opportunity to get up where the ground is white and do some snowboarding, skiing, snowshoeing, cross country skiing, tubeing, or just have some fun. The triathalon gives athletes an opportunity to test their skills at three different events: swimming, biking, and running.

The outdoor program runs all year at Western so check back often to see what what will be happening next!

Outdoor Program Coordinator: Melissa Ineck

Winter 2009 Events/Activities

Winter Trails Event | January 10, 2009

Winter Trails is a traditional day of fun on Mt. Hood at the White River West Sno-Park that features hundreds of demo snowshoes, hot beverages and treats. We provide the transportation to the event while you enjoy testing snowshoes. You will need a valid ID to participate. You will trade your ID for snowshoes, then spend time hiking around Mt. Hood in snowshoes.

Register by January 7th (click here for registration form)
Minimum of 6 passengers required for trip to go. 12 SEATS REMAIN
Van leaves at 9am

WOU Winter Snowbus | Click for more information

It's for those who enjoy sledding, cross country skiing, snow shoeing, or anyone who wants to see snow. Fees cover transportation costs.

$20 WOU Students
$25 All Others
Please visit the Snow Bus information page (click here) for locations, times, promotions, and registration!

The Pact | January 29, 2009

Black Diamond presents a telemark ski film about commitment to untracked snow and those who have chosen to break the deep trails of Utah, Oregon, British Colombia, Japan and Alaska. Join us for a free viewing and free stuff from our local mountains.

Upcoming Events/Activities

WOU Sprint/Triathlon 2009 | April 25, 2009 | Bike/Run Route Map

The WOU Sprint Triathlon is an annual event that brings athletes of all abilities together to compete. The course consists of a 500 yard swim in the WOU pool, a bike ride through rolling hills on country roads, and a run that will traverse through campus and finish on our track. Registration begins January 2009 so be on the lookout and get registered!