Adventure Trips
The Adventure Trips Program gives Knights an opportunity to explore our world through fun and enriching outdoor experiences. From 1-day excursions to week-long expeditions, Outdoor Adventure offers a variety of trips for current UCF students. All levels of experience are welcome!
Register for an Adventure Trip
ATTENTION: All trips are first-come, first-served through the UCF RWC app or the UCF RWC Membership Portal website. See the Adventure Trip Guidelines below for an overview on how to register.
All trips will open 2 weeks before the trip date (this includes some Saturday and Sunday openings) and will close on the day of the Pre-Trip Meeting. Adventure Trips are open to current UCF students only.
Summer 2027 Adventure Trips
Trip Date: Saturday, May 30
Trip Location: Ormond Beach, FL
Trip Cost: $35
Registration Opens: Saturday, May 16 at 12:00 PM
Registration Closes: Wednesday, May 27 at 12:00 PM
Register for this trip in the UCF RWC app or through the UCF RWC Membership Portal website. All trips are now first-come, first-served. All trips will open 2 weeks before the first day of the trip. If the trip is full, you can register for the waitlist using the link above.
Pre-Trip Date & Time: Wednesday, May 27 at 6:30 PM
Trip Description: Want to catch your first wave? Outdoor Adventure's Learn to Surf trip is the perfect place to start. Our trip leaders will introduce you to the basics — paddling, popping up, ocean safety, and reading the waves — all while you enjoy a day at one of Florida's classic surf beaches. Come soak up the sun, splash in the water, and ride your first wave!
What's Included: All of our adventures include all necessary gear for the activity (including surfboards, leashes, and rash guards) and professional guidance by OA Trip Leaders. All staff are certified in First Aid/CPR/AED, and most are certified Wilderness First Responders.
What's Not Included: Participants should wear a swimsuit, appropriate footwear, and bring personal water/snacks. We also suggest a towel and a change of clothing. Meals are not provided on this trip. A full packing list will be provided at the Pre-Trip Meeting.
Tentative Itinerary (time and activities are subject to change):
- 6:15 AM – Arrive at Outdoor Adventure Center and travel to Ormond Beach, FL
- 8:30 AM – Arrive at Ormond Beach and unload gear
- 10:00 AM–3:30 PM – Participate in surf school and surf the waves
- 4:00 PM – Drive back to UCF
- 6:00 PM – Arrive at UCF
Trip Date: Sunday, May 31
Trip Location: Ormond Beach, FL
Trip Cost: $35
Registration Opens: Sunday, May 17 at 12:00 PM
Registration Closes: Wednesday, May 27 at 12:00 PM
Register for this trip in the UCF RWC app or through the UCF RWC Membership Portal website. All trips are now first-come, first-served. All trips will open 2 weeks before the first day of the trip. If the trip is full, you can register for the waitlist using the link above.
Pre-Trip Date & Time: Wednesday, May 27 at 6:00 PM
Trip Description: Want to catch your first wave? Outdoor Adventure's Learn to Surf trip is the perfect place to start. Our trip leaders will introduce you to the basics — paddling, popping up, ocean safety, and reading the waves — all while you enjoy a day at one of Florida's classic surf beaches. Come soak up the sun, splash in the water, and ride your first wave!
What's Included: All of our adventures include all necessary gear for the activity (including surfboards, leashes, and rash guards) and professional guidance by OA Trip Leaders. All staff are certified in First Aid/CPR/AED, and most are certified Wilderness First Responders.
What's Not Included: Participants should wear a swimsuit, appropriate footwear, and bring personal water/snacks. We also suggest a towel and a change of clothing. Meals are not provided on this trip. A full packing list will be provided at the Pre-Trip Meeting.
Tentative Itinerary (time and activities are subject to change):
- 6:15 AM – Arrive at Outdoor Adventure Center and travel to Ormond Beach, FL
- 8:30 AM – Arrive at Ormond Beach and unload gear
- 10:00 AM–3:30 PM – Participate in surf school and surf the waves
- 4:00 PM – Drive back to UCF
- 6:00 PM – Arrive at UCF
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Trip Date: Saturday, June 6 – Sunday, June 7
Trip Location: Fort White, FL
Trip Cost: $60
Registration Opens: Saturday, May 23 at 12:00 PM
Registration Closes: Tuesday, June 2 at 12:00 PM
Register for this trip in the UCF RWC app or through the UCF RWC Membership Portal website. All trips are now first-come, first-served. All trips will open 2 weeks before the first day of the trip. If the trip is full, you can register for the waitlist using the link above.
Pre-Trip Date & Time: Tuesday, June 2 at 6:00 PM
Trip Description: Float through one of Florida's crown jewels — the crystal-clear, spring-fed Ichetucknee River. This iconic tubing run winds through dense forest canopy and teems with turtles, fish, and lush aquatic plants. After a full day on the water, we'll set up camp nearby and spend the evening under the stars. Whether you've done it a dozen times or you're a first-timer, Ichetucknee never gets old.
What's Included: All of our adventures include all necessary gear for the activity (including tubes, camping gear, etc.), transportation to/from the activity, and professional guidance by OA Trip Leaders. All staff are certified in First Aid/CPR/AED, and most are certified Wilderness First Responders. Meals will be provided on this trip; all menus will take dietary restrictions/preferences and allergies into account. Occasionally, groups will eat at restaurants while traveling. These meals are not included in your trip cost. Your Trip Leaders will inform you of any meals not included in the trip price.
What's Not Included: Participants should wear athletic clothing (swimsuits, dry fit clothing), appropriate footwear (shoes that fit closely to your feet and can get wet), and bring personal water/snacks. A full packing list will be provided at the Pre-Trip Meeting.
Tentative Itinerary (time and activities are subject to change):
Saturday, June 6
- Arrive at Outdoor Adventure Center and travel to Fort White, FL
- Set up camp and enjoy the evening at Ichetucknee Springs Campground
Sunday, June 7
- Launch at Ichetucknee Springs State Park and tube the river
- Load gear and travel back to UCF
- Arrive at UCF late afternoon
Trip Date: Saturday, June 13
Trip Location: Orange City, FL
Trip Cost: $15
Registration Opens: Saturday, May 30 at 12:00 PM
Registration Closes: Wednesday, June 10 at 12:00 PM
Register for this trip in the UCF RWC app or through the UCF RWC Membership Portal website. All trips are now first-come, first-served. All trips will open 2 weeks before the first day of the trip. If the trip is full, you can register for the waitlist using the link above.
Pre-Trip Date & Time: Wednesday, June 10 at 6:00 PM
Trip Description: Cool off with a day at Blue Spring State Park, home to one of Florida's largest springs and a beloved summer swimming hole. We'll hike the park's shaded trails and take a refreshing dip in the crystal-clear 72°F spring waters. It's the perfect way to beat the Florida summer heat while exploring one of the state's most beautiful natural areas.
What's Included: All of our adventures include all necessary gear for the activity (including day packs), transportation to/from the activity, and professional guidance by OA Trip Leaders. All staff are certified in First Aid/CPR/AED, and most are certified Wilderness First Responders.
What's Not Included: Participants should wear athletic clothing (swimsuits, dry fit clothing), appropriate footwear (shoes that fit closely to your feet and can get wet), and bring personal water/snacks. A full packing list will be provided at the Pre-Trip Meeting.
Tentative Itinerary (time and activities are subject to change):
- 7:30 AM – Arrive at Outdoor Adventure Center and travel to Blue Spring State Park, Orange City, FL
- 9:00 AM – Arrive at Blue Spring and begin hike
- 10:30 AM–2:00 PM – Swim in Blue Spring
- 2:30 PM – Load up and travel back to UCF
- 4:00 PM – Arrive at Outdoor Adventure Center and debrief
Trip Date: Friday, July 10
Trip Location: Titusville, FL
Trip Cost: $35
Registration Opens: Friday, June 26 at 12:00 PM
Registration Closes: Wednesday, July 8 at 12:00 PM
Register for this trip in the UCF RWC app or through the UCF RWC Membership Portal website. All trips are now first-come, first-served. All trips will open 2 weeks before the first day of the trip. If the trip is full, you can register for the waitlist using the link above.
Pre-Trip Date & Time: Wednesday, July 8 at 6:30 PM
Trip Description: Paddle into the dark and watch the water glow! The Indian River Lagoon near Titusville is one of the best places in the world to experience bioluminescence — a natural phenomenon where microorganisms light up brilliant blue-green with every stroke of your paddle. This magical evening trip is unlike anything else OA offers and is guaranteed to leave you speechless.
What's Included: All of our adventures include all necessary gear for the activity (including kayaks, paddles, and PFDs), transportation to/from the activity, and professional guidance by OA Trip Leaders. All staff are certified in First Aid/CPR/AED, and most are certified Wilderness First Responders.
What's Not Included: Participants should wear athletic clothing, appropriate footwear, and bring personal dinner/water/snacks. Meals are not provided. A full packing list will be provided at the Pre-Trip Meeting.
Tentative Itinerary (time and activities are subject to change):
- 7:30 PM – Arrive at Outdoor Adventure Center and travel to kayak launch in Titusville, FL
- 9:00 PM – Arrive at launch; prep kayaks and gear
- 9:30 PM–12:00 AM – Paddle under the stars and experience bioluminescence
- 12:30 AM – Drive back to UCF
- 2:00 AM – Arrive at Outdoor Adventure Center
Trip Date: Saturday, July 11
Trip Location: Titusville, FL
Trip Cost: $35
Registration Opens: Saturday, June 27 at 12:00 PM
Registration Closes: Thursday, July 9 at 12:00 PM
Register for this trip in the UCF RWC app or through the UCF RWC Membership Portal website. All trips are now first-come, first-served. All trips will open 2 weeks before the first day of the trip. If the trip is full, you can register for the waitlist using the link above.
Pre-Trip Date & Time: Thursday, July 9 at 6:00 PM
Trip Description: Paddle into the dark and watch the water glow! The Indian River Lagoon near Titusville is one of the best places in the world to experience bioluminescence — a natural phenomenon where microorganisms light up brilliant blue-green with every stroke of your paddle. This magical evening trip is unlike anything else OA offers and is guaranteed to leave you speechless.
What's Included: All of our adventures include all necessary gear for the activity (including kayaks, paddles, and PFDs), transportation to/from the activity, and professional guidance by OA Trip Leaders. All staff are certified in First Aid/CPR/AED, and most are certified Wilderness First Responders.
What's Not Included: Participants should wear athletic clothing, appropriate footwear, and bring personal dinner/water/snacks. Meals are not provided. A full packing list will be provided at the Pre-Trip Meeting.
Tentative Itinerary (time and activities are subject to change):
- 7:30 PM – Arrive at Outdoor Adventure Center and travel to kayak launch in Titusville, FL
- 9:00 PM – Arrive at launch; prep kayaks and gear
- 9:30 PM–12:00 AM – Paddle under the stars and experience bioluminescence
- 12:30 AM – Drive back to UCF
- 2:00 AM – Arrive at Outdoor Adventure Center
Trip Date: Saturday, July 18
Trip Location: TBD
Trip Cost: $35
Registration Opens: Saturday, July 4 at 12:00 PM
Registration Closes: Wednesday, July 15 at 12:00 PM
Register for this trip in the UCF RWC app or through the UCF RWC Membership Portal website. All trips are now first-come, first-served. All trips will open 2 weeks before the first day of the trip. If the trip is full, you can register for the waitlist using the link above.
Pre-Trip Date & Time: Wednesday, July 15 at 6:00 PM
Trip Description: Stand up and paddle! This summer Standup Paddleboarding trip will take you to one of Central Florida's beautiful waterways for a day on the water. With guidance from OA trip leaders, you'll learn or refine your stand-up paddleboarding skills while taking in the scenery and soaking up the Florida sunshine. Location details will be shared at the Pre-Trip Meeting.
What's Included: All of our adventures include all necessary gear for the activity (including SUPs, paddles, and PFDs) and professional guidance by OA Trip Leaders. All staff are certified in First Aid/CPR/AED, and most are certified Wilderness First Responders.
What's Not Included: Participants should wear athletic clothing, appropriate footwear, and bring personal lunch/water/snacks. Meals are not provided. A full packing list will be provided at the Pre-Trip Meeting.
Tentative Itinerary (time and activities are subject to change):
- 8:00 AM – Arrive at Outdoor Adventure Center and travel to paddle location
- 9:30 AM – Arrive at launch and prep SUPs
- 10:00 AM–2:30 PM – Paddle and explore
- 3:00 PM – Load gear and travel back to UCF
- 4:30 PM – Arrive at Outdoor Adventure Center and debrief
Trip Date: Friday, July 17 – Monday, July 20
Trip Location: Scottsboro, AL
Registration Opens: Wednesday, July 1 at 12:00 PM
Registration Closes: Monday, July 13 at 12:00 PM
Register for this trip in the UCF RWC app or through the UCF RWC Membership Portal website. All trips are now first-come, first-served. All trips will open 2 weeks before the first day of the trip. If the trip is full, you can register for the waitlist using the link above.
Pre-Trip Date & Time: Monday, July 13 at 6:00 PM
Trip Description: Trade the Florida flatlands for mountain trails and wild ridges on this multi-day Appalachian Adventure! First, we will head to Tumbling Rock Cave Preserve to explore a magical world under the Earth’s surface. We will spend about 5 hours exploring Tumbling Rock Cave, so expect lots of physical exercise, climbing, and navigating a whole new world. Then, we will head to Benton, TN to whitewater raft the famous Ocoee River on Sunday! Expect scenic overlooks, challenging trails, camping under the stars, and great company. This is one of OA's most coveted summer escapes.
What's Included: All of our adventures include all necessary gear for the activity (including camping gear and backpacks), transportation to/from the activity, and professional guidance by OA Trip Leaders. All staff are certified in First Aid/CPR/AED, and most are certified Wilderness First Responders. Meals will be provided on this trip; all menus will take dietary restrictions/preferences and allergies into account. Occasionally, groups will eat at restaurants while traveling. These meals are not included in your trip cost. Your Trip Leaders will inform you of any meals not included in the trip price.
What's Not Included: Participants should wear athletic clothing (including clothing that can get muddy/dirty and a swimsuit), appropriate footwear (hiking boots and water shoes that fit tightly to your feet), and bring personal water/snacks. A full packing list will be provided at the Pre-Trip Meeting.
Tentative Itinerary (time and activities are subject to change):
Friday, July 17
- Arrive at Outdoor Adventure Center and travel to the Tumbling Rock Cave Preserve, AL
- Set up camp and explore the area
Saturday, July 18
- Explore Tumbling Rock Cave Preserve
- Travel to Thunder Rock Campground, TN to camp
Sunday, July 19
- Hike a local trail
- Whitewater raft on the Ocoee
- Camp at Thunder Rock Campground
Monday, July 20
- Pack up camp and travel back to UCF
- Arrive at UCF late evening
Adventure Trip Guidelines
ATTENTION: We've updated our Adventure Trip registration process!
Adventure Trips are open to current UCF students only. All trips are first-come, first-served through the UCF RWC app or the UCF RWC Membership Portal website. All trips will open 2 weeks before the trip date (this includes some Saturday and Sunday openings) and will close on the day of the Pre-Trip Meeting.
To register online, please follow these steps:
UCF RWC App:
- Open the UCF RWC app on your phone or tablet.
- Click on "Outdoor Adventure"
- Click on the trip you want to register for.
- Click "Register Now" and sign in using your UCF NID and NID password.
- Review the trip information; confirm that you will be available for the trip dates and the Pre-Trip meeting.
- If the trip registration window is open, click "Register."
- If the trip is full, you can add yourself to the waitlist. If someone drops from the trip, we will reach out to the waitlist in order.
- Follow all prompts and respond correctly/completely.
- Enter your payment information and click submit!
- You will receive a follow-up email with your receipt, details about the mandatory Pre-Trip meeting, and trip guidelines.
UCF RWC Membership Portal Website:
- Go to the UCF RWC Membership Portal website.
- Click on the Adventure Trip you want to register for.
- Review the trip information; confirm that you will be available for the trip dates and the Pre-Trip meeting.
- Click "Sign In" under Program Offerings. Sign in using your UCF NID and NID password.
- If the trip registration window is open, click "Register."
- If the trip is full, you can add yourself to the waitlist. If someone drops from the trip, we will reach out to the waitlist in order.
- Follow all prompts and respond correctly/completely.
- Enter your payment information and click submit!
- You will receive a follow-up email with your receipt, details about the mandatory Pre-Trip meeting, and trip guidelines.
Trip Cost
- The majority of our trips fall within the $5-$30 range. Our weekend trips can sometimes range from $40-$65. The longer the trip is, the more preparation required, and how much Outdoor Adventure is able to subsidize determines the cost.
What's Included
- We include all necessary equipment and professional guiding on all of our trips. All overnight (and some day) trips include food, water, and snacks too!
- All participants should wear clothing appropriate for participating in physical activity outdoors (Trip Leaders will provide a packing list) and bring a personal water bottle and snacks you enjoy.
- All Trip Leaders are either First Aid/CPR/AED Certified or Wilderness First Responders.
At this time, transportation is available for all participants on all Outdoor Adventure trips. Participants will meet at the Outdoor Adventure Center in the RWC on the day of the trip at a time designated by Trip Leaders. Trip Leaders will drive the group to the destination in our Ford 12-Passenger Vans or Ford Expedition.
Participants are allowed to drive themselves if preferred. Participants who drive themselves will meet at a designated location on the day of the trip.
We do not issue refunds in most cases.
Trip deposit or the total cost is required to hold a spot on the trip roster. We will contact individuals in the order we receive Adventure Trip Registration forms and/or individual register in person. Full payment for trips is required by the trip sign-up deadline posted for the trip or your spot will be given to someone on the waiting list. All trip costs are non-refundable, except in the following events:
- RWC Outdoor Adventure Trips program cancels a trip due to weather, insufficient participation, or destination availability issues.
- Extenuating circumstances as determined by Outdoor Adveture Assistant Director.
We host short Pre-Trip Meeting before every trip to review the trip plan and program expectations. These meetings give you the opportunity to get involved in the planning and ask questions.
Pre-Trip Meetings are mandatory and will be hosted in person in the Outdoor Adventure Center (unless otherwise stated). You must be available for the pre-trip meeting date to attend the trip. If you do not attend the pre-trip meeting, you may be dropped from the trip without a refund.
Drugs, alcohol, and firearms are prohibited on all Outdoor Adventure Trips and programs. Some environments are very sensitive, so there may be additional restrictions as needed.
Alcohol, drugs, and firearms can make the backcountry a very dangerous place. You put not only yourself at risk, but also other trip participants and leaders. If you bring substances or dangerous materials, you may be immediately removed from the trip and sent to Student Conduct upon return to UCF.
