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Outdoor Experience Program Calendar

Fall 2023 Adventure Trips Calendar

All September and October Trip Registration will open August 28th at 7:00 am

All November and December Trip Registration will open October 23rd at 7:00 am


Explore Alcatraz: Saturday, November 4th 

Description: Join the OEP staff on a tour around Alcatraz. Visit the legendary island that has been a civil war fort, a military prison and one of the most notorious federal penitentiaries. Trip fees include ticket for the tour and transportation. This trip is rate moderate due to the amount of walking and hills.

Registration Deadline: Online: 10/31; In-Person, 11/1

Pricing: Currently enrolled UCM Students and Rec-Cen Members: $85. All others: $115.


Explore Santa Cruz: Saturday, November 11th

Description: Come with the OEP staff to Santa Cruz. Hang out at the beach, enjoy local shop and explore all the activities the boardwalk has to offer. Trip fees include transportation and parking. This trip is rated easy.

Registration Deadline: Online: 11/7; In-Person, 11/8

Pricing: Currently enrolled UCM Students and Rec-Cen Members: $30. All others: $60.


Indoor Rock Climbing: Sunday, November 12th

Description: Join us for a trip to Alpine Climbing | Adventure | Fitness in Ripon, CA! Have fun bouldering and trying out different routes. Trip fees include a day pass to the gym, shoes and transportation. This trip is rated moderate; however, you can choose to do easier or harder routes.

Registration Deadline: Online: 11/8; In-Person, 11/9

Pricing: Currently enrolled UCM Students and Rec-Cen Members: $40. All others: $50.


Yosemite in the Winter: Saturday, December 2nd

Description: Join OEP Staff on this day trip to Yosemite Valley. Explore the valley floor as we mix walking and shuttling between the various attractions. Trip fee includes transportation and parking. This trip is rated easy.

Registration Deadline: Online: 11/27; In-Person, 11/28

Pricing: Currently enrolled UCM Students and Rec-Cen Members: $30. All others: $60.


Explore SF: Sunday, December 3rd

Description: Enjoy a day in San Francisco and leave the driving to us. Shop and visit the sights or enjoy the great cuisine of the city. You will definitely leave your heart in San Francisco. Trip fee includes transportation and parking. This trip is rated easy.

Registration Deadline: Online: 11/28; In-Person, 11/29

Pricing: Currently enrolled UCM Students and Rec-Cen Members: $30. All others: $60.


Pre-Trip Meeting

Please note attendance at pre-trip meeting is mandatory for each trip. Participants not attending the pre-trip meeting will be removed from the trip and not eligbile for a refund.

All pre-trip meetings will be held on the Wednesday before a Saturday departure at 5:00pm and Thursday before a Sunday departure at 5:00pm in the Outdoor Center in SAAC. 


For participants seeking a refund, the following will apply:
Up to 14 days prior to trip departure - 100% refund minus $20 processing fee
From 13-7 days prior to trip departure - 50% refund minus $20 processing fee
Fewer than 7 days prior to trip departure - No refund.