WIN Events
Board Game Night!
Come by and play some board games with fellow students at Western! Feel free to come/go as convenient. All skill levels and play styles are welcomed!!
Every Thursday and Friday 6-9pm MH 239.
Reach out to Sebastian Mayotte at Mayotts@wwu.edu if you have any questions or accommodation requests!
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From Friday, May 17, 2024 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM PDT at Miller Hall 239.
BFA Dance Showcase
Showtimes:
Friday, June 7th at 7:30PM PDT
Saturday, June 8th at 2:00PM PDT
Saturday, June 8th at 7:30PM PDT
For more information visit BFA Dance Showcase | Western Washington University (wwu.edu), and for any questions or accommodations contact program coordinator Kevin Harris at harri218@wwu.edu!
From Friday, June 7, 2024 7:30 PM to Saturday, June 8, 2024 7:30 PM PDT at Performing Arts Center 016 - Choir Room.
Five Minute Film Competition
Calling all film enthusiasts!
We are holding the second ever Five-Minute Film Competition in the Underground Coffeehouse, this May!
On May 20th we will screen the film submissions in the Underground Coffeehouse starting at 7 PM. A panel judges in all the land will judge films based on technical quality, entertainment value, and a certain *je ne sais quoi*. The creators of the winning will be crowned at the end of the night and awarded a monetary prize of $250.
Prompt: Make a film about a group of characters going on a summer vacation trip that goes very wrong.
Guidelines: Films must be between 4.5 to 5.5 minutes long including any credits and acknowledgements. Films must be made specifically for the competition within the submission time frame (April X - May 16). We love horror and spooky vibes but please leave out any gratuitous or unnecessary violence. We reserve the right to reject films with objectionable content. Please ask ahead of time if you're unsure about something you want to include!
Submissions: Films are due by May 16 at 11:59 PM. Email your film to as.films@wwu.edu to submit. Please include any applicable trigger warnings and proof of when the film was made in your submission. Please include captions in your short film.
For any and all questions regarding guidelines, submissions, or anything you might think of, contact us at as.films@wwu.edu
Resources:
Digital Media Center: https://dmc.wwu.edu/
ATUS: https://atus.wwu.edu/
As a student, YOU can check out film, lighting, and audio equipment for FREE through ATUS equipment loan services: https://atus.wwu.edu/equipment-loan. Take advantage!!!
From Monday, May 20, 2024 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM PDT at Underground Coffeehouse.
Outdoor Wellness Extravaganza!!
Join us as staff from the Outdoor Center, Lakewood, and Counseling and Wellness Center team up to give you a spring Saturday at Lakewood designed to help you feel good and connect with nature! This event is open to all WWU students (and affiliated colleges: BTC, WCC, NWIC, etc.)!
We will have two FREE shuttles running to and from campus all day! They will run every 30 minutes starting with pick-up from the Performing Arts Center at 11am, and the last shuttle from Lakewood will leave at 7pm. Want to drive and park on-site? Parking is $10! Make sure to carpool to maximize space in our parking lot.
Come explore kayaking, canoeing, paddling boarding, sailing and a host of other water activities with our trained staff. Want something more mellow? Enjoy our yoga on the docks, crafting cabin, face paint, and tie-dye station while you kick back by the campfire, eat free food (while supplies last) from a food truck and listen to some live acoustic music from local performers Kazmyn and Adalie. We'll also have mindful and quiet spots to sit in nature and journal or watercolor. Plus, a Lakewood Botany Bingo with prizes!
RSVPing to this WIN event is recommended but not required to attend this event! It helps us plan all the epic activities for the day! Bring your friends and come out for a day of good ol' fashioned FUN at Lakewood :)
FULL EVENT LIST: Extravaganza events, activities, guidelines, transportation!!Please email OC Marketing Coordinator Parker Eckardt at as.oc.marketing@wwu.edu if you have questions.
For Disability Accommodations:
The shuttles are not wheelchair accessible - if you need accessible transportation to Lakewood, please take any WTA bus from campus to Bellingham Station, then transfer to Bus 512 which runs to/from Lakewood and Bellingham Station.
Please contact the Outdoor Center Marketing Coordinator at as.oc.marketing@wwu.edu or call us at 360-650-7676. Disability access information and further resources can be found on Western's Disability Access Center website and the AS Disability Outreach Center.
Important costs:
- $10 for on-site parking
- free food only while meal vouchers last, otherwise there are concessions and meals available for purchase
- tie-dye items of varying costs
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Graphic of a lake, lawn, and trees with people gathered around a campfire, playing yard games, and sailing. Forefront text reads "Outdoor Wellness Extravaganza! May 18, 11-7 PM at Lakewood, For Western Students", along with a list of activities - "Water sports, yoga, journaling, arts + crafts, lawn games, campfire, music, free food and shuttle".
From Saturday, May 18, 2024 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM PDT at Lakewood Boathouse.
Creative Writing Workshops
Are you interested in creative writing? Do you have ideas for creative writing projects you want to start or notes for something you are already working on? Drop by one of the Hacherl Research & Writing Studio’s Creative Writing Workshops, held twice a week throughout spring quarter beginning Monday, April 8 through Finals Week at the end of the quarter.
On Mondays the workshops will be held from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. in the Kitto Graduate Student Hub, and on Thursdays they are scheduled from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. in Haggard Hall 210.
Participants will have space and time to work on creative projects (including poetry, fiction, screenplays, creative nonfiction, memoir, and other writing). There are also writing prompts provided for short, creative exercises, and some time set aside at the end of the workshop for optional sharing. The workshops are open to everyone, and advanced registration is not required. Feel free to join us for either one or both sessions!
For more information or to request disability accommodation, please contact Dayna Patterson at patterd5@wwu.edu.
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From Thursday, June 13, 2024 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM PDT at Western Libraries, Hacherl Research & Writing Studio, Haggard 210.
Creative Writing Workshops
Are you interested in creative writing? Do you have ideas for creative writing projects you want to start or notes for something you are already working on? Drop by one of the Hacherl Research & Writing Studio’s Creative Writing Workshops, held twice a week throughout spring quarter beginning Monday, April 8 through Finals Week at the end of the quarter.
On Mondays the workshops will be held from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. in the Kitto Graduate Student Hub, and on Thursdays they are scheduled from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. in Haggard Hall 210.
Participants will have space and time to work on creative projects (including poetry, fiction, screenplays, creative nonfiction, memoir, and other writing). There are also writing prompts provided for short, creative exercises, and some time set aside at the end of the workshop for optional sharing. The workshops are open to everyone, and advanced registration is not required. Feel free to join us for either one or both sessions!
For more information or to request disability accommodation, please contact Dayna Patterson at patterd5@wwu.edu.
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From Monday, June 10, 2024 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM PDT at Western Libraries, Kitto Graduate Student Hub, Haggard 2.
Creative Writing Workshops
Are you interested in creative writing? Do you have ideas for creative writing projects you want to start or notes for something you are already working on? Drop by one of the Hacherl Research & Writing Studio’s Creative Writing Workshops, held twice a week throughout spring quarter beginning Monday, April 8 through Finals Week at the end of the quarter.
On Mondays the workshops will be held from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. in the Kitto Graduate Student Hub, and on Thursdays they are scheduled from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. in Haggard Hall 210.
Participants will have space and time to work on creative projects (including poetry, fiction, screenplays, creative nonfiction, memoir, and other writing). There are also writing prompts provided for short, creative exercises, and some time set aside at the end of the workshop for optional sharing. The workshops are open to everyone, and advanced registration is not required. Feel free to join us for either one or both sessions!
For more information or to request disability accommodation, please contact Dayna Patterson at patterd5@wwu.edu.
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From Thursday, June 6, 2024 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM PDT at Western Libraries, Hacherl Research & Writing Studio, Haggard 210.
Creative Writing Workshops
Are you interested in creative writing? Do you have ideas for creative writing projects you want to start or notes for something you are already working on? Drop by one of the Hacherl Research & Writing Studio’s Creative Writing Workshops, held twice a week throughout spring quarter beginning Monday, April 8 through Finals Week at the end of the quarter.
On Mondays the workshops will be held from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. in the Kitto Graduate Student Hub, and on Thursdays they are scheduled from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. in Haggard Hall 210.
Participants will have space and time to work on creative projects (including poetry, fiction, screenplays, creative nonfiction, memoir, and other writing). There are also writing prompts provided for short, creative exercises, and some time set aside at the end of the workshop for optional sharing. The workshops are open to everyone, and advanced registration is not required. Feel free to join us for either one or both sessions!
For more information or to request disability accommodation, please contact Dayna Patterson at patterd5@wwu.edu.
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From Monday, June 3, 2024 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM PDT at Western Libraries, Kitto Graduate Student Hub, Haggard 2.
Bike Month Group Ride to Lake Whatcom
Join us for a group ride around Bellingham on some of our favorite paths! All participants will receive a free set of bike light or bike tools to ride with and take home. We will ride at a slow to moderate pace, so don't worry if you aren't a frequent rider - everyone who can ride a bike is welcome. Experience the joys of riding in a group!
Details:
- The ride will meet outside the Outdoor Center, head towards Lake Whatcom by going through the York neighborhood, up through Whatcom Falls, and ending at Bloedel Donovan Park. We'll hang out at the park for a little bit and then take the Railroad trail up and over to the Lettered Streets neighborhood. From there, we'll ride past Waypoint Park and head back to campus! Check out the 10-mile loop on Google Maps.
- If you have your own bike please bring it, but if not bikes and helmets will be provided free of charge through the Outdoor Center. Please register for this event so we can know how many bikes to provide.
- We will be riding even if it is raining. Please dress accordingly!
- Participants will have the opportunity to choose between receiving a set of Rechargeable bike lights, a bike handpump, or a multi-tool.
- How to get to the Outdoor Center: The Outdoor Center is located on the bottom floor of the Viking Union and is accessible from North Garden Street. If you enter the Viking Union from High Street, you can take the elevator down to the first floor.
- This event is for Western Washington University students and staff only.
Please contact Morgan Walden at atc@wwu.edu for accommodations or with any questions.
From Friday, May 31, 2024 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM PDT at Outdoor Center at Viking Union 150.
Creative Writing Workshops
Are you interested in creative writing? Do you have ideas for creative writing projects you want to start or notes for something you are already working on? Drop by one of the Hacherl Research & Writing Studio’s Creative Writing Workshops, held twice a week throughout spring quarter beginning Monday, April 8 through Finals Week at the end of the quarter.
On Mondays the workshops will be held from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. in the Kitto Graduate Student Hub, and on Thursdays they are scheduled from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. in Haggard Hall 210.
Participants will have space and time to work on creative projects (including poetry, fiction, screenplays, creative nonfiction, memoir, and other writing). There are also writing prompts provided for short, creative exercises, and some time set aside at the end of the workshop for optional sharing. The workshops are open to everyone, and advanced registration is not required. Feel free to join us for either one or both sessions!
For more information or to request disability accommodation, please contact Dayna Patterson at patterd5@wwu.edu.
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From Thursday, May 30, 2024 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM PDT at Western Libraries, Hacherl Research & Writing Studio, Haggard 210.
Creative Writing Workshops
Are you interested in creative writing? Do you have ideas for creative writing projects you want to start or notes for something you are already working on? Drop by one of the Hacherl Research & Writing Studio’s Creative Writing Workshops, held twice a week throughout spring quarter beginning Monday, April 8 through Finals Week at the end of the quarter.
On Mondays the workshops will be held from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. in the Kitto Graduate Student Hub, and on Thursdays they are scheduled from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. in Haggard Hall 210.
Participants will have space and time to work on creative projects (including poetry, fiction, screenplays, creative nonfiction, memoir, and other writing). There are also writing prompts provided for short, creative exercises, and some time set aside at the end of the workshop for optional sharing. The workshops are open to everyone, and advanced registration is not required. Feel free to join us for either one or both sessions!
For more information or to request disability accommodation, please contact Dayna Patterson at patterd5@wwu.edu.
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From Thursday, May 23, 2024 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM PDT at Western Libraries, Hacherl Research & Writing Studio, Haggard 210.
Bike Month Group Ride to Trader Joe's
Join us on a bike ride to Trader Joe's! We encourage riders of all skill levels to join as long as you know how to ride a bike. This is a great way to learn how to get to a favorite grocery destination via bike and improve your confidence in city riding.
We will meet at the Outdoor Center, where bikes and helmets are available to borrow free of charge for this ride. Please indicate if you need a bike or helmet when you register.
Participants will receive a $5 snack budget and a rechargeable bike light for their bike!
For disability accommodations, questions, or requests please contact Morgan Walden at atc@wwu.edu at least one week before the class. For more information on transportation and biking at Western, visit our website.
From Wednesday, May 22, 2024 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM PDT at Outdoor Center at Viking Union 150.
Creative Writing Workshops
Are you interested in creative writing? Do you have ideas for creative writing projects you want to start or notes for something you are already working on? Drop by one of the Hacherl Research & Writing Studio’s Creative Writing Workshops, held twice a week throughout spring quarter beginning Monday, April 8 through Finals Week at the end of the quarter.
On Mondays the workshops will be held from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. in the Kitto Graduate Student Hub, and on Thursdays they are scheduled from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. in Haggard Hall 210.
Participants will have space and time to work on creative projects (including poetry, fiction, screenplays, creative nonfiction, memoir, and other writing). There are also writing prompts provided for short, creative exercises, and some time set aside at the end of the workshop for optional sharing. The workshops are open to everyone, and advanced registration is not required. Feel free to join us for either one or both sessions!
For more information or to request disability accommodation, please contact Dayna Patterson at patterd5@wwu.edu.
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From Monday, May 20, 2024 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM PDT at Western Libraries, Kitto Graduate Student Hub, Haggard 2.
Standup Open Mic Night
A 100% free open mic held at the underground coffeehouse every other Thursday. Whether you want to try performing or just come watch all of our great comedians it's a very fun time!
If you have any questions, concerns, or accommodation requests you can contact us through Instagram @cow.wwu or email us at cow.wwu@gmail.com
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From Thursday, May 30, 2024 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM PDT at The Underground Coffeehouse.
Free LinkedIn Photos
Drop-in for a Free LinkedIn Photo Session on Tuesdays between 1-3:00 p.m.* (first come, first serve).
*Please note that some dates have alternative times (see below), so be sure to check the webpage for the most up to date information.
April 16: 11am-1pm
May 21: 10:30am - 2:30pm
From Tuesday, June 4, 2024 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM PDT at Career Services Center, Old Main 280.
Comedy Workshop
If you're thinking about doing standup comedy but want to get feedback on your material first or just meet others in the club, then this is the place for you! This is a safe space to both get and give feedback on jokes or simply meet and get more comfortable with everybody in the club. It's a great time!
From Thursday, May 23, 2024 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM PDT at Bond Hall 104.
Free LinkedIn Photos
Drop-in for a Free LinkedIn Photo Session on Tuesdays between 1-3:00 p.m.* (first come, first serve).
*Please note that some dates have alternative times (see below), so be sure to check the webpage for the most up to date information.
April 16: 11am-1pm
May 21: 10:30am - 2:30pm
From Tuesday, May 21, 2024 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM PDT at Career Services Center, Old Main 280.
Spring Excursions and Events
Registration for all fall quarter excursions that require sign-ups will open on Tuesday, April 2nd at 10:00am. You will be required to sign our Hold Harmless form as well as pay for your trip (if applicable).
Trips have a limited number of spots and typically fill up fast - registration is first-come, first-serve. Students will have the option to place themselves on a waiting list once trips are full but there is no guarantee that any spots will open.
Scholarships and Trip Costs *Scholarships open now!*
The Outdoor Center recognizes that the cost of Trips will be a barrier to some students who are interested in participating in our trips and events. To try and reduce those barriers, 3 spots on each trip with an associated cost will be reserved for students who are experiencing financial insecurity. This scholarship is intended for, but not limited to students who are: Pell eligible, first gen, experiencing financial difficulties, of the Global Majority or experience marginalization in another form that leads to financial difficulty. To receive a spot please email VOR Program Coordinator at crandab2@wwu.edu with your name, phone number, address and desired trip. No other information is required, and we trust your experience is valid. Spots will be reserved the first 2 weeks of the quarter and then opened to the general student body if not used.
Difficulty Ratings Explained
Informed consent is critical, and we want you to be aware of the activity you are signing up for. Each trip has a difficulty level listed in the description: Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced. Below you will find a detailed description of what that entails. Please reach out to your student Excursions Coordinators at as.oc.excursions.coord@wwu.edu and as.oc.excursions.coord@wwu.edu with any questions.
Beginner: Beginner Excursions cater to those individuals who are interested in trying something new! Generally, these introductory experiences are designed to be more laid back and not too strenuous. Most importantly they are created for those who do not have prior experience in the activity. Activities may range from educational experiences to artistic activities and anything in between! These excursions are great if you are looking to learn new skills, gain exposure to new activities, foster community, and have a great time outside!
Intermediate: Intermediate Excursions are a great option for those who would like to explore new challenges and build upon past skills. If you are looking to explore more difficult trails or embark on longer, more strenuous adventures, this activity category is for you! These Excursions are designed to safely instruct participants on more technical skills, and to dive deeper into the activity at hand. Outings often include less introductory material, but still ensure that participants are fully informed on the activity at hand! These are a great option if you are looking to step outside of your comfort zone, continue to explore these awesome activities, and meet new people!
Advanced: Advanced Excursions are designed to build upon prior experience and solidify technical skills in outdoor recreation. Participants must have experience in the associated activity and feel competent, but still open to growth in their individual skill sets. Designed to explore more challenging recreational activities, expect a higher level of potential difficulty on these Excursions. These are great if you are looking to build upon past experiences and use old skills in new ways. Come explore new aspects of your favorite activities, and of course have a great (and safe) time!
SPRING 2024 EXCURSIONS SCHEDULE Adventure Breaks - FREE!
Intro to Thru-Hiking Clinic
- Wednesday, April 10th from 4:00-6:30pm
- Are you interested in thru-hiking but don’t know how to get started/plan a trip? Then this is the place for you! We will meet to learn and ask questions about thru-hiking planning and preparations. This is a space to be curious and have fun!
- Essential Eligibility: None
- Required Pre-Trip Meeting: None
- Difficulty Level: Beginner
Arboretum Night Hike
- Wednesday, April 17th from 6:00-9:00pm
- Join us for a night hike around the Arboretum with a hangout at the Watchtower, with an amazing view of the stars (weather permitting)! Includes walking up a light incline on uneven terrain for 2-3 miles.
- Essential Eligibility: Ability to walk on inclined and uneven surfaces.
- Required Pre-Trip Meeting: None
- Difficulty Level: Beginner
Slacklining and Acrobatics
- Wednesday, April 24th from 3:00-6:00pm
- Join us for slacklining, acrobatics, and hanging out on the Old Main Lawn! Beginners as well as more advanced slackliners are all welcomed! This trip is accessible and open to all!
- Essential Eligibility: Comfortable being outdoors and partaking in physical activity.
- Required Pre-Trip Meeting: None
- Difficulty Level: Beginner
Floral Fragrance Lake Hike
- Wednesday, May 1st from 3:00-6:00pm
- Stop and smell the (metaphorical) roses at Fragrance Lake in the beautiful Larrabee State Park! This relaxed pace trek will start at the base of the Chuckanuts and climb to a beautiful mountain lake. This trip is planned around having hikers of all experience levels to enjoy and come with picturesque viewpoints free of charge!
- Essential Eligibility: Ability to hike moderate but continuous elevation gain, and occasionally muddy trails. The whole trip will cover around 4.5 miles.
- Required Pre-Trip Meeting: None
- Difficulty Level: Beginner
Fabulous Frisbee Golf Experience
- Wednesday, May 8th from 3:00-6:00pm
- Join the Outdoor Center with a fun and casual afternoon learning how to disc golf at Cornwall Park! Using the Outdoor Center’s discs, we will provide instruction for people that either have never frisbee golfed (“frolfed”) before or are looking to get more into this amazing sport! Includes a short walk around Cornwall Park.
- Essential Eligibility: Ability to walk over uneven surfaces, ability to throw a disc or frisbee.
- Required Pre-Trip Meeting: None
- Difficulty Level: Beginner
Paddleboard and Waffle Party
- Wednesday, May 15th from 3:00-6:00pm
- Come have a blast paddleboarding with us on Lake Whatcom and relax by the fireside afterwards with hot drinks and waffles in the Lakewood Lounge. No experience necessary. Basic swimming skills required, and lifejackets will be provided.
- Essential Eligibility: Ability to swim and maintain balance on a paddleboard. Comfort with water sports.
- Required Pre-Trip Meeting: None
- Difficulty Level: Beginner
Full Moon Pump-Track
- Wednesday, May 22nd from 6:00-9:00pm
- Ready to get groovy? Join us for a glowstick bike party at the pump track! We will play under the light of the full moon (and glowsticks). This trip is designed for anyone who wants to have fun on bikes, no pump-track experience needed.
- Essential Eligibility: Ability to ride a bike, ride uphill, and comfortably in low light.
- Required Pre-Trip Meeting: None
- Difficulty Level: Beginner
Low Tide Walk at Locust Beach
- Wednesday, May 29th from 3:00-6:00pm
- Come reset after a long day of classes at the beach! Located just north of downtown Bellingham, Locust Beach has the BEST low tides in the area with sandflats stretching 0.5-1 miles out into the bay. Come take a walk with us, look at sea life, and watch birds!
- Essential Eligibility: Able to walk on wet sand for up to 1 hours/1-2 miles. Able to walk over rocks and down/up 2 flights of stairs.
- Required Pre-Trip Meeting: None
- Difficulty Level: Beginner
Galbraith Mountain Biking
- Wednesday, June 5th from 3:00-6:00pm
- Feeling the springtime blues? Join us for a study break and come ride from campus to Bellingham’s own Galbraith with us! We will explore several intermediate trails and practice our skills on a handful of trails on the North side of the mountain.
- Essential Eligibility: Ability to ride a bike including some climbing and riding downhill on uneven terrain. Comfortable riding moderate distances on busy roads.
- Required Pre-Trip Meeting: None
- Difficulty Level: Intermediate
Makin’ Banana Pancakes
- Wednesday, June 12th from 3:00-6:00pm
- Join us for an evening of Jack Johnson, banana pancakes, hot chocolate, and watching the sunset at Larrabee State Park!
- Essential Eligibility: Ability to walk on uneven surfaces.
- Required Pre-Trip Meeting: None
- Difficult Level: Beginner
Single Day Trips – $20
Clayton Beach Bike and Boulder
- Sunday, May 12th
- Join us for a car-free, multi-sport adventure! We will bike to the Clayton Beach trailhead on the beautiful Interurban Trail, then walk down to the beach to monkey on some sandstone boulders. Bikes and climbing shoes provided and all skill level are welcome!
- Essential Eligibility: Ability to ride a bike on gravel, comfortability bouldering (or trying!)
- Required Pre-Trip Meeting: Outdoor Center 1st Floor Viking Union Tuesday, May 7th from 5:00-7:00pm
- Difficulty Level: Beginner
Springtime on the Skagit Rafting!
- Sunday, May 19th
- Springtime on the Skagit! Come see the beautiful flora and fauna of the North Cascades as we raft our way down the amazing Skagit River! All skill levels are welcomed!
- Essential Eligibility: Be able to sit comfortably and paddle in a raft. Be comfortable around water, watercrafts, and with getting wet.
- Required Pre-Trip Meeting: Outdoor Center 1st Floor Viking Union Tuesday, May 14th from 5:00-7:00pm
- Difficulty Level: Beginner
Fly Fishing Frenzy
- Saturday, May 25th
- Flies, rods, and fish, oh my! Come and join the Outdoor Center for our first ever fly-fishing excursion. We will be spending the day in the North Cascades, learning all about the ins and outs of fly-fishing, and hopefully catching (and releasing) some fish in the gorgeous waters of the North Cascades!
- Essential Eligibility: Be able to walk on rocky, uneven ground to the edge of a body of water and maintain balance on potentially rocky shore.
- Required Pre-Trip Meeting: Outdoor Center 1st Floor Viking Union Tuesday, May 21st from 5:00-7:00pm
- Difficulty Level: Beginner
Overnight Trips - $40
Women’s and Non-Binary Sea Kayak
- Saturday-Sunday, April 20th-21st
- If a weekend in a rustic cabin on Sinclair Island is for you, look no further! Join us sea kayaking to ViQueen Lodge and for a weekend full of paddling, exploring, some yoga and a great time!
- Essential Eligibility: Be able to sit comfortably in and paddle a kayak, and paddle moderate distances.
- Required Pre-Trip Meeting: Outdoor Center 1st Floor Viking Union Tuesday, April 16th from 5:00-7:00pm
- Difficulty Level: Intermediate
Baker Lake Backpacking
- Saturday-Sunday, May 4th-5th
- Spend a weekend sleeping under cedar trees and exploring the lush Baker Lake Trail. We will be learning about forest, river, and alpine ecology along the way!
- Essential Eligibility: Ability to carry a 30+ lb backpack for approximately 3 miles on mostly flat single-track trail.
- Required Pre-Trip Meeting: Outdoor Center 1st Floor Viking Union Tuesday, April 30th from 5:00-7:00pm
- Difficulty Level: Beginner
Orcas Island Bikepacking
- Saturday-Sunday June 1st-2nd
- Join us for a glorious weekend filled with biking, laughter, and beautiful sights on Orcas Island! We will be travelling about 27 miles on hilly, paved roads to explore parks, beaches, and the quaint East Sound. No bikepacking experience is needed, but comfort biking long distances with varying elevation is necessary. We will spend the day biking around Orcas Island to our campsite where we will cook a delicious meal together and settle down to a campfire. Goofy costume pieces encouraged but not required!
- Essential Eligibility: Comfortability riding a bike on hilly paved roads for moderate distances.
- Required Pre-Trip Meeting: Outdoor Center 1st Floor Viking Union Tuesday, May 28th from 5:00-7:00pm
- Difficulty Level: Intermediate
Lakewood Classes
View Lakewood Class details here! Sign-ups will open on April 2nd at 10am.
LKWD 101: Intro to Lakewood - FREE
- General orientation to Lakewood and paddling on Lake Whatcom
- Most Saturdays in Spring Quarter
LKWD 102: Sailing Basics - $40 for 4 lessons
- Beginners build skills to start sailing small sailboats at Lakewood
- Tues/Thurs or Sat/Sun for two weeks
LKWD 201: Intro to Windsurfing - $30 for 2 lessons
- Learn the basics of this windsport and about the gear at Lakewood
- Sundays for two weeks
LKWD 202: Sailing Progression - $20 for 2 lessons
- Sailors learn new skills to start sailing different, bigger boats
- Sat/Sun for one week
LKWD 302: Performance Sailing - $30 for 2 lessons
- Intermediate sailors learn how to go further and faster
- Sundays for two weeks
Accessibility
For disability accommodations, questions or requests please contact our Outdoor Center Co-Coordinators at as.oc.excursions.coord@wwu.edu or call 360-650-7677 at least two weeks before the trip. For more information check out our website.
For any other questions or feedback, you can also reach out to our Outdoor Center Co-Coordinators or call the front desk at the Equipment & Bike Shop at 360-650-3115
From Tuesday, April 2, 2024 10:00 AM to Saturday, June 15, 2024 11:45 PM PDT at WWU Outdoor Center.
NASU Chill & Spill
Drop in every Friday for a safe place for Indigenous students to share and discuss life’s many challenges and joys. Our talking circle will be facilitated by Kelley Crane, Native American and Indigenous Student Support Specialist with the Counseling and Wellness Center. Snacks provided! Questions? Email Kelley.
Fridays, 4-5pm
Miller Hall 158 (CEED Social Space)
For disability accommodations, email cwc@wwu.edu.
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From Friday, May 31, 2024 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM PDT at Miller Hall 158 (CEED Social Space).
Comedians of Western (COW)
Join us in the Underground Coffeehouse every other Thursday for a hilarious night of comedy curtesy of the Comedians of Western club (COW)!
This event is intended for all participants, including those with apparent or non-apparent disabilities. For disability accommodation(s) (such as ASL interpretation, etc.) please contact as.coffeehouse@wwu.edu. Advanced notice is appreciated and sometimes necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.
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From Thursday, May 30, 2024 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM PDT at Underground CoffeeHouse.