AMERICAN RIVER RAFTING
TRINITY RIVER INFLATABLE KAYAKING
Saturday, October 1 – Sunday, October 2 CSU, Chico Student $115 | Faculty and Staff $125 | General $135 The South Fork of the American River offers some of the best class III whitewater in California. Spend the weekend paddling a guided raft down rapids during the day and camping out at night.
Saturday, October 15 – Sunday, October 16 CSU, Chico Student $83 | Faculty and Staff $93 | General $103 Learn the basics of whitewater paddling and build confidence on the Trinity River’s class II and III rapids. It is hard not to have the time of your life in an inflatable kayak!
NEW! BURNEY FALLS CANOE AND HIKE
POINT REYES BACKPACKING
Saturday, October 1 – Sunday, October 2 CSU, Chico Student $64 | Faculty and Staff $74 | General $84 Camp in the beautiful Burney Falls area and tour the various waterfalls around Lake Britton. Canoe across the lake to the secluded Clark Creek falls and hike sections of the Pacific Crest Trail on this lovely weekend trip.
Friday, October 21 – Sunday, October 23 CSU, Chico Student $96 | Faculty and Staff $106 | General $116 From its thunderous ocean breakers crashing against rocky headlands and expansive sand beaches to its open grasslands, brushy hillsides, and forested ridges, Point Reyes offers over 1,500 species of plants and animals to discover. AO is excited to offer you a chance to backpack in this exotic location.
INTRODUCTION TO WHITEWATER KAYAKING BUY ONE TRIP, GET ONE HALF PRICE Monday, August 22– Friday, August 26 First week of classes only! Applies to in-person registrations; discounted trip(s) must be of equal or lesser value. This offer can only be used once per person, per semester. Visit our office for complete details.
Required Pool Sessions 6 – 8 p.m.: October 4, 6, 11, 13 Sacramento River (flatwater): Saturday, October 8 Trinity River (whitewater): Saturday, October 15 – Sunday, October 16 CSU, Chico Student $149 | Faculty and Staff $159 | General $169 Join the AO kayak instructor crew for four pool sessions and three days of onriver instruction. This progression will thoroughly introduce you to the basics of this amazing sport that can become a lifetime obsession. This offering is recommended for people who have previously been on a rafting or inflatable kayaking trip or have similar experience.
FREE! THURSDAY NIGHT WORKSHOP – B ACKCOUNTRY COOKING
SACRAMENTO RIVER STAND-UP PADDLEBOARDING Thursday, September 1 CSU, Chico Student $15 | Faculty and Staff $25 | General $35 Stand up paddleboarding on the Sacramento River is the perfect way to see river wildlife, cool off in the water, and unwind from a stressful week.
Thursday, October 6 Free for CSU, Chico Students This is no time for Top Ramen! Join AO as we teach you the secrets of the backcountry to create a stunning, five-star meal for your next adventure.
ASSISTANT LEADER APPLICATIONS DUE
NEW! FEATHER RIVER HIKE AND HOT SPRINGS Saturday, October 22 CSU, Chico Student $45 | Faculty and Staff $55 | General $65 Spend your Saturday with us hiking near the Feather River. After the hike we’ll head to some relaxing hot springs to wrap up our day. What could be better than a day of hiking and soaking in hot springs?
WHISKEYTOWN LAKE KAYAKING Saturday, October 22 – Sunday, October 23 CSU, Chico Student $77 | Faculty and Staff $87 | General $97 Whiskeytown is nestled between the edge of the Klamath Mountain Range and the Central Valley. Come discover Whiskeytown Lake, where a bustling gold mining town once stood. This is a great opportunity to soak up some sunshine and history while enjoying the sport of sea kayaking.
SACRAMENTO RIVER STAND-UP PADDLEBOARDING
Friday, October 7 at 5 p.m. Interested in joining the AO family? Stop by our office or contact us for more details and take a look at our website for the application link.
Thursday, October 27 CSU, Chico Student $15 | Faculty and Staff $25 | General $35 Stand-up paddleboarding on the Sacramento River is the perfect way to see river wildlife, cool off in the water, and unwind from a stressful week.
LAVA TUBES CAVING AND CAMPING
CHIPS CREEK HIKE AND YOGA
AMERICAN RIVER RAFTING
Friday, September 2 – Sunday, September 4 CSU, Chico Student $97 | Faculty and Staff $107 | General $35 From Chico, we drive northeast to Lava Beds National Monument, home to a high-desert wilderness, vast lava fields, and an extensive network of more than 700 caves. An AO favorite, join us as we explore the vast underground network of caves. If you easily succumb to claustrophobia, we recommend a different trip as some of the cave passages can be very tight.
Saturday, October 8 CSU, Chico Student $34 | Faculty and Staff $44 | General $54 This trip will include a hike on the famed Pacific Crest Trail while enjoying views of Chips Creek. Eventually, the group will find a nice spot along the creek to enjoy some outdoor yoga and maybe even take a dip in the water.
Saturday, October 29 – Sunday, October 30 CSU, Chico Student $115 | Faculty and Staff $125 | General $135 The South Fork of the American River offers some of the best class III whitewater in California. Spend the weekend paddling a guided raft down rapids during the day and camping out at night.
INTRODUCTION TO ROCK CLIMBING Saturday, September 3 CSU, Chico Student $45 | Faculty and Staff $55 | General $65 AO is heading to the hills for a day of outdoor rock climbing! Whether you’ve never climbed before or are an experienced climber ready to get outdoors, this trip is perfect for you.
FREE! SACRAMENTO RIVER CLEANUP Saturday, September 10 Free for CSU, Chico Students Thousands of people float the Sacramento River annually and, unfortunately, a lot of trash gets left behind. Make a difference by joining in the effort to clean up the river we all enjoy so much.
LASSEN BACKPACKING Saturday, September 10 – Sunday, September 11 CSU, Chico Student $53 | Faculty and Staff $63 | General $73 Lassen Volcanic National Park is home to sulfur springs, cascading waterfalls, and some of the best backpacking in California. We’ll take the weekend to explore a small corner of our local national park.
JUNIPER LAKE STAND-UP PADDLEBOARDING AND YOGA Saturday, September 10 – Sunday, September 11 CSU, Chico Student $46 | Faculty and Staff $56 | General $66 Juniper Lake is a pristine body of water on the scenic east side of Lassen Volcanic National Park. We will spend the weekend exploring the lake, practicing yoga, and taking in the beautiful scenery.
SACRAMENTO RIVER STAND-UP PADDLEBOARDING Friday, September 16 CSU, Chico Student $15 | Faculty and Staff $25 | General $35 Stand-up paddleboarding on the Sacramento River is the perfect way to see river wildlife, cool off in the water, and unwind from a stressful week.
TOMALES BAY SEA KAYAKING Friday, September 16 – Sunday, September 18 CSU, Chico Student $136 | Faculty and Staff $146 | General $156 Join us for this kayak tour of Tomales Bay, the largest unspoiled embayment in California. As you paddle through the waters of this pristine coastal inlet, you will discover breathtaking views and coastal wildlife while enjoying the company of your fellow sea kayakers.
NEW! INTERMEDIATE ROCK CLIMBING
IRON CANYON CANOE AND CAMP Saturday, October 8 – Sunday, October 9 CSU, Chico Student $65 | Faculty and Staff $75 | General $85 Enjoy the spring weather by paddling the Iron Canyon section of the Sacramento River with AO. This section of river features unique rock features and feels amazingly wild for being only an hour from campus.
FREE! SKI AND BOARD WAXING WORKSHOP Thursday, November 3 Free for CSU, Chico Students A properly waxed set of skis or snowboard can be the difference between an awesome day on the slopes or a day of struggling with your gear. Come by the equipment room and we’ll show you how to keep your snow gear in top shape.
WHISKEYTOWN AREA MOUNTAIN BIKING Saturday, November 5 – Sunday, November 6 CSU, Chico Student $56 | Faculty and Staff $66 | General $76 Spend a night under the stars and two days mountain biking near beautiful Whiskeytown Lake in the shadow of the magnificent Trinity Alps. Bikes are not provided by AO; contact our office for rental options.
LASSEN BACKPACKING Saturday, November 5 – Sunday, November 6 CSU, Chico Student $53 | Faculty and Staff $63 | General $73 Lassen Volcanic National Park is home to sulfur springs, cascading waterfalls, and some of the best backpacking in California. We’ll take the weekend to explore a small corner of our local national park.
SANTA CRUZ SURFING Thursday, November 10 – Sunday, November 13 (Veterans Day weekend) CSU, Chico Student $199 | Faculty and Staff $209 | General $219 Enjoy three beautiful days on the beaches of Santa Cruz. Whether you ride giants or have never surfed before, fun is guaranteed. No formal surf instruction is provided, but our staff will be happy to give you some pointers. Participants should be able to swim in an ocean environment.
TRINITY ALPS BACKPACKING Thursday, November 10 – Sunday, November 13 (Veterans Day weekend) CSU, Chico Student $70 | Faculty and Staff $80 | General $90 This will be an amazing 4-day, 3-night expedition into the Trinity Alps. Jutting rock spires and pristine alpine lakes make this an unforgettable backpacking destination.
TRAILS OF PARADISE HIKE Friday, November 11 (Veterans Day) CSU, Chico Student $23 | Faculty and Staff $33 | General $43 Did you know Paradise is only 15 miles from Chico? Spend your Saturday with AO as we explore some hiking options near the town of Paradise, CA.
LOST COAST BACKPACKING Saturday, November 19 – Wednesday, November 23 (Thanksgiving break) CSU, Chico Student $199 | Faculty and Staff $209 | General $219 The Lost Coast Trail is known for windswept beaches and stunning coastline. Let your mind and body fall into the captivating rhythm of the trail and the tides. Join us as we conquer this famous trail.
YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK HIKE AND CAMP Sunday, November 20 – Friday, November 25 (Thanksgiving break) CSU, Chico Student $185 | Faculty and Staff $200 | General $215 Yosemite National Park is the crown jewel of California wilderness. Spend your Thanksgiving break with us on a weeklong adventure that you will never forget. We will hike 5–10 miles per day and camp out each night.
Saturday, September 24 – Sunday, September 25 CSU, Chico Student $55 | Faculty and Staff $65 | General $75 This trip will help prepare you to embark on your own outdoor climbing adventures. Topics covered may include site selection, anchor building, and movement on rock. Previous climbing experience or participation in one of our Introduction to Rock Climbing trips is recommended for participation.
MOUNT LASSEN SUMMIT CHALLENGE Saturday, September 24 – Sunday, September 25 CSU, Chico Student $50 | Faculty and Staff $60 | General $70 We’re going to attempt to hike the southernmost active volcano in the Cascade Range, Mount Lassen! Whether we make it to the top or not, you will be rewarded by the challenging endeavor and beautiful scenery. Participants on this trip should be in good physical condition with prior hiking experience.
WILDERNESS FIRST RESPONDER RECERTIFICATION Friday, December 2 –Sunday, December 4 CSU, Chico Student $300 | General $330 Refresh your wilderness medical skills with this WFR-Recertification. Taught in partnership with NOLS WMI.
SACRAMENTO RIVER STAND-UP PADDLEBOARDING
FEATHER FALLS DAY HIKE
Thursday, September 29 CSU, Chico Student $15 | Faculty and Staff $25 | General $35 Stand-up paddleboarding on the Sacramento River is the perfect way to see river wildlife, cool off in the water, and unwind from a stressful week.
Saturday, December 10 CSU, Chico Student $30 | Faculty and Staff $40 | General $50 Join us for the day as we seek out this spectacular 640 ft waterfall in Chico’s backyard.