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Test your limits

Check out our Touch the Earth trips, page 14

Celebrate the summer

holidays with us at the ICRA pool, page 2

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Special Events Contact: Caroline Dotts 404-413-1779 | ccox25@gsu.edu

Date

Time

Location

May

Memorial Day Bash Help us welcome back summer with the reopening of the Indian Creek pool. Join us for free food, music and inflatables. Guests are free during the event!

Monday, May 25 1-3 p.m.

ICRA Pool

June

SMART SUMMER SUNDAES – FREE ICE CREAM Come and learn how to enjoy an awesome ice cream treat the healthy way! Free ice cream for the first 50 participants!

Thursday, June 18 12-1 p.m.

SRC Lobby

July

ENJOY these special events offered throughout the semester. Eligibility and fees vary per event. Check out our special events calendar on our website for specifics.

Independence Day Celebration Students, Faculty, Staff and Alumni bring your friends and come join us at Indian Creek Pool for swimming, sun, and fun. There will be FREE FOOD, games, and an inflatable.

Saturday, July 4 1-3 p.m.

ICRA Pool

LIPIDS DON’T LIE – FREE CHOLESTEROL SCREENING Want to know where you stand on the cholesterol spectrum? Take a step toward living a healthier life by becoming aware of your own health risks. FREE cholesterol screenings for the first 25 participants per session.

Thursday, July 16 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

SRC Lobby 4:30-6 p.m.

September

Labor Day Luau School has started back and summer is coming to an end. What better way to end the summer than with a Labor Day Luau? Bring your friends and join us at Indian Creek Pool for some fun festivities. There will be FREE FOOD, limbo and other games.

Monday, September 7 1-3 p.m.

ICRA Pool

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Student Recreation Center Hours

Staff

Summer Semester 2015 • June 8-July 27

Monday-Friday ............................................................................ 6 a.m.-9 p.m.

Saturday .......................................................................................... 9 a.m.-7 p.m.

Sunday ........................................................................................................... closed

Director

Melissa Buchheit Melissa Buchheit

Caroline Dotts

Stephanie Belcher

Andy Hudgins

Adam Penn

Carson Tortorige

Programs

Associate Director-Programs Andy Hudgins Assistant Director-Fitness Caroline Dotts Assistant Director-Intramurals Vacant Aquatics Coordinator Adam Penn Instructional Programs Coordinator Stephanie Belcher Outdoor Recreation Coordinator Carson Tortorige Sport Club Coordinator Ty Verdin Facilities

Ty Verdin

Allen Wilbanks

Ellen Whitney

Kacy Toberg

Sabra Blackwell

Brenda Webb

Danny Weipert

Debra Guyton

Judi Moss

Business Manager Danny Weipert Accountant Debra Guyton Marketing Specialist Judi Moss

SRC closures during Summer Semester

Independence Day ...................................... Friday, July 3-Sunday, July 5 Maintenance Week .................................................................. August 9-16 Fall Semester hours resume on Monday, August 24.

GAME ROOM HOURS

Monday-Friday .................................................................................... 12-9 p.m.

Saturday ..................................................................................................... 1-7 p.m.

Sunday ........................................................................................................... closed Game Room closed August 2-16.

EXcePTIONS TO STANDARD HOURS

Important numbers

Assistant Director-Operations Kacy Toberg Facilities Coordinator Sabra Blackwell Customer Service Representative Brenda Webb Administrative

Monday-Friday ........................................................................... 6 a.m.-8 p.m.

Saturday .......................................................................................... 9 a.m.-7 p.m.

Sunday ........................................................................................................... closed

For university closings for inclement weather visit gsu.edu or call 404-413-2100

Assistant Director-Facilities Allen Wilbanks Facilities Coordinator Julie Dobbs Indian Creek Coordinator Ellen Whitney operations

Julie Dobbs

ABBREVIATED HOURS • July 28-August 8

Administrative Offices .............................................................

Equipment Issue Desk .............................................................

Fitness Center ..............................................................................

Game Room .................................................................................

Indian Creek Pool ......................................................................

Indian Creek Reservations ....................................................

Membership ..................................................................................

Outdoor Equipment Rental .................................................

Service Counter .........................................................................

404-413-1750 404-413-1770 404-413-1779 404-413-1777 404-413-4272 404-413-1794 404-413-1753 404-413-1772 404-413-1780

RAP-UP >>>>> INSIDE THIS ISSUE

Special Events .......................................... 2 Student Recreation Center ........... 3 SRC Quick Reference ...................... 4 Safety .......................................................... 5 Aquatics .................................................... 6 Instructional Clinics ............................ 8 Fitness Center ....................................... 9 Fitness Classes .................................... 10

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Intramurals ...........................................

Sport Clubs .........................................

Touch the Earth Trips .....................

Outdoor Equipment Rental .........

Climbing Wall .......................................

Bouldering Cave .................................

Challenge Program ............................

Off-Campus Facilities ....................... recreation.gsu.edu

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Quick Reference Membership information

Membership is limited to faculty, staff, students and degree holding graduates of Georgia State University. Current students are members through their student activity fee.

Access

All members will sign a waiver with initial membership. PantherCards are required to enter and exit.

Member Fees

Faculty/staff/retirees ................................. $252/year or $84/semester Summer Continuing Student Fee ........................................................ $49 (For students enrolled in the previous Fall and Spring semesters who have not graduated)

Graduates of Georgia State University ............................ $306/$102 Spouse/domestic partner ........................................................ $306/$102 Children of members 8-18 years of age ....................................................... $25.50/semester 7 years of age and younger ............................................................. free Adult children of members 19-26 years of age .......................................................... $51/semester Faculty/staff/graduate day pass ................................................................. $5 guest fees

Members may bring up to three guests per visit at $5 per guest per visit. Each guest will be required to sign a waiver and present photo identification. All guests must be accompanied by the member throughout the visit. Multi-use guest passes are available at a rate of $3 per guest, per visit and sold in groups of 5, 10 or 15 visits.

Age Requirements

All children must be with their parent/guardian at all times. Children are not allowed to participate in programs unless specifically stated.

Areas available for access 0-7 years ..................................................................................... leisure pool 8-15 years .......................................................................... all areas except

exercise room and free weight area 16-18 years........................................................................................... all areas Locker Rental

A limited number of lockers will be available starting at 6 a.m. on Monday, June 8.

Full locker .................................................... $25/semester or $75 annual Half locker ................................................... $12/semester or $36 annual Third locker .................................................. $8/semester or $24 annual Daily locker ............................................................. no charge, bring a lock Summer Locker Renewal

July 13-August 1. If you do not renew, you must remove your items by August 1. Items not retrieved 14 days after August 1 will be donated to charity.

Payments

We accept Discover, Mastercard, Visa, PantherCash, cash and check.

Faculty/Staff may use payroll deduction for memberships, full and half size lockers.

Policies and Procedures

Visit recreation.gsu.edu

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Program information Registration

Bring PantherCard and payment to the location that corresponds to the program that you are registering for.

Aquatics, Instructional Clinics and Safety .................................... lobby Fitness Center ......................................................................... exercise room Touch the Earth ......................................... SRC parking deck entrance Intramurals, Sport Clubs ...................................................................... online Fee Breakdown

student/member/non-member Program Holidays

No classes July 3-5.

Safety Class

Date(s)

Time

Cost

Instructor

Adult CPR/AED & First Aid and Water Safety 5-9 p.m.

CPR for the Professional Rescuer 6/15-18 and First Aid Instructor Must be currently CPRO and First Aid certified. Must attend all dates.

$150/$190/$250 Adam

10 a.m.-3 p.m.

CPR for the Professional Rescuer 6/27 Students will receive certification in Adult/Child/Infant CPRO.

$60/$70

Adult CPR/AED and First Aid

Coordinator: Adam Penn 404-413-1775 | aquatics@gsu.edu

Registration Starts Mon., June 8

6/13 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $55/$60 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $55/$60 7/11 Students will receive certification in Adult CPR, Automated External Defibrillator (AED), and First Aid.

Morgan

Registration closes seven days prior to scheduled class dates.

Sabrina/Morgan

Refunds A full refund will be given if class does not meet minimum class size or the participant cancels seven days prior to the first day of class.

An original receipt is required to receive a refund, no exceptions.

Certifications All certifications are given through the American Red Cross.

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Aquatics Coordinator: Adam Penn 404-413-1775 | aquatics@gsu.edu

Registration Dates Mon., June 8-Sat., June 27

Adult Swim Lessons Class

Time

Cost

Instructor

10-10:55 a.m.

5:30-6:25 p.m.

$20/40 $20/40

Adam/Garret Elisabeth

11-11:55 a.m.

6:30-7:25 p.m.

$20/40 $20/40

Adam/Garret Elisabeth

Beginning Overcome fear of water and learn basic skills.

5:30-6:25 p.m.

$20/40

Paul David/Alan

Intermediate

6:30-7:25 p.m.

$20/40

Paul David/Alan

Beginning Overcome fear of water and learn basic skills.

10-10:55 a.m.

$10/20

Alan

Intermediate

11-11:55 a.m.

$10/20

Alan

12-12:55 p.m.

$10/20

Alan

Monday & Wednesday Beginning

No Classes Fri., July 3 or Sat., July 4 Clinics that have not met minimum enrollment requirements as of Monday, June 22 will be canceled and refunds/transfers will be issued.

Participants will be notified via email for any class changes or notifications.

Beginning/End Dates June 15- July 25 Refunds A full refund will be given if the participant cancels by closing on Monday, June 22. An original receipt is required to receive a refund, no exceptions.

Overcome fear of water and learn basic skills.

Intermediate Requires no fear of water and basic skills.

Tuesday & Thursday

Requires no fear of water and basic skills.

Saturday

Requires no fear of water and basic skills.

Advanced Requires no fear of water and intermediate skills.

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Child Swim Lessons Saturday Classes

Time

Cost

Instructor

10-10:25 a.m.

$10/20

Nick/Emerald

Parent & Child Parent & Child

All Children’s classes meet on Saturdays.

Ages 3-36 months. Parent(s) must be in water with child. This class teaches underwater acclimation and teaches parents how to give their child a positive experience in the water.

Preschool 10:35-11 a.m. $10/20 Elisabeth/Emerald Preschool 1 3 to 5 year olds who are new to the water will develop comfort in the water, learn water entry, bubble blowing, floating, kicking, underwater exploration and general water safety skills.

Preschool 2

11:30-11:55 a.m.

$10/20

Nick/Emerald

Prerequisite: Able to demonstrate completion requirements of Preschool 1. 3 to 5 year olds who are very comfortable in the water will learn new skills such as combined arm and leg action on front, treading with support and general water safety skills.

Children’s Levels 1-3 11-11:45 a.m. $10/20 Elisabeth Level 1 Must be age 5 the first day of the program in order to participate and must be comfortable away from parent. Objectives: Supported floating on front and back, gliding, kicking, and alternating arm and leg action.

Level 2

12-12:45 p.m.

$10/20

Emerald

Objectives: Unsupported float, gliding, kicking on front and back without support, combined arm action with kick on front and back, treading water without support, personal safety and rescue skills.

Level 3 & 4

1-1:45 p.m.

$10/20

Nick/Emerald

Prerequisite: Must be comfortable in lap pool and possess Level 2 swim skills Objectives: Front crawl with breathing to the side, coordinated back crawl, elementary backstroke, scissor and dolphin kick, treading water skills, diving from the side of the pool, and personal safety and rescue skills.

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Instructional Clinics Coordinator: Stephanie Belcher 404-413-1793 | sbelcher@gsu.edu

Class

Day Time

No Classes Fri., July 3 or Sat., July 4 Beginning/End Dates June 15-July 25

One clinic registration is good for the specific day and time that is listed on the schedule. If a clinic is offered more than once per week, a separate, additional registration is required. Price listed per clinic is for the entire semester of classes, not cost per week. Late registrations are not allowed for any reason.

Clinics that have not met the minimum enrollment requirements as of Monday, June 22 will be canceled and refunds/transfers will be issued.

Participants will be notified via email for any class changes or cancellations.

Instructor

Tu

11:30 a.m.-12:20 p.m. Martial Arts Studio

$10/$20

Doug

A Korean form of attack and defense that utilizes joint manipulation, strikes and grappling.

W 5:30-6:20 p.m.

Martial Arts Studio Mixed Martial Arts Training will cover striking, defense, take downs, grappling and submissions.

$10/$20

Eric

M 5-5:50 p.m.

Studio B Yin Develop flexibility and build awareness using long held postures and meditation.

$10/$20

Ron

Hatha

$10/$20 $10/$20

Alison Alison

Yoga

Tu Tu

3-3:50 p.m 4-4:50 p.m.

Studio B Studio B

An introduction to yoga postures and breath work focusing on flexibility, strength and relaxation.

W 9-10:20 a.m.

Aerobic/Dance Studio $10/$20 Power Traditional yoga techniques practiced in a way to challenge and develop muscle conditioning.

Mark

W 2:30-3:50 p.m.

Studio B $10/$20 Vinyasa Practice a flowing sequence of postures at a high intensity level while focusing on breath.

Susan

Th 11-11:50 a.m.

Studio B $10/$20 Flow Yoga Use a sequence of postures coupled with breathing exercises and an emphasis on flexibility.

Ron

F 12-12:50 p.m.

Studio B $10/$20 Alison Yoga Mix A beginner-friendly class that combines multiple disciplines to help you unwind from a stressful week.

Refunds A full refund will be given if the participant cancels by closing on Monday, June 22. An original receipt is required to receive a refund, no exceptions.

Try Me week June 8-13

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Cost

Martial Arts Hapkido

Registration Dates Mon., June 8 - Sat., June 27

Location

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Fitness Center Services

Assistant Director: Caroline Dotts 404-413-1779 | ccox25@gsu.edu

Packages Starter Package Fitness assessment and two personal training sessions

$45/$50

Starter Package Plus Fitness assessment and six personal training sessions

$75/$105

Total Package Starter Package, Starter Paws and REEVUE速 metabolic testing

$80/$85

Total Package Plus Starter Package Plus, Starter Paws and REEVUE速 metabolic testing

$110/$140

Starter Paws Assessment of two-day food diary, total cholesterol screening, hour consultation plus two half-hour follow up sessions

$15/$20

Total Paws Starter Paws and REEVUE速 metabolic testing

$40/$45

Hours: Mon. -Thurs.: 8 a.m.-7 p.m.

Fri.: 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Location Room 150 (inside the Exercise Room) Student Recreation Center Registration Visit us in Room 150 and bring a completed medical history form (found on our website under the Fitness tab). Bring your PantherCard along with check, cash, credit card or PantherCash.

Refund Policy for Personal Training and Nutrition Sessions

Additional Services Follow Up Assessment Must occur at least three months after initial assessment.

$35/$40

Additional Personal Training Sessions Can be added to any training package purchase. Priced per session.

$10/$15

Just Paws 30 minute session tailored to fit your needs. Does not include assessment.

$5/$10

Lipid Screening* (Total Cholesterol, Triglycerides, HDL and LDL values) Comprehensive finger stick. Must fast 8-10 hours prior to test. *Most appointments are typically scheduled between 8 a.m. and 9:30 a.m.

$15/$20/$25

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Once scheduled, there are no refunds for personal training or nutrition sessions unless there is a documented medical issue that precludes the completion of a session. A maximum of three items (assessments, sessions, or tests) may be carried forward for one semester. Any sessions not used by the end of the second semester will be forfeited.

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Fitness Classes Coordinator: Stephanie Belcher 404-413-1793 | sbelcher@gsu.edu

Beginning/End dates Mon., June 15-July 25 No Classes Fri., July 3 or Sat., July 4 Drop-in fitness classes are completely free to all members and fee-paying guests. All fitness class descriptions can be found at our website on the Free Fitness Classes page.

FREE

Class

Time

Location

Instructor

7:15-8:05 a.m.

12-12:25 p.m.

12:30-12:50 p.m.

5:30-6:20 p.m

Aerobic/Dance Aerobic/Dance Aerobic/Dance Aerobic/Dance

Cycle

12-12:50 p.m.

5:30-6:20 p.m.

Studio B Studio B

Stephanie Kelsey

Kickboxing Boot Camp Ab Blast HIIT Zumba®

1-1:50 p.m.

4:30-5:20 p.m.

5:30-5:50 p.m.

6-6:25 p.m.

6:30-7:20 p.m.

Martial Arts Studio Aerobic/Dance Studio Aerobic/Dance Studio Aerobic/Dance Studio Aerobic/Dance Studio

Eric H. Tiffani Tiffani Tiffani Brianna A.

Cardio Sculpt

7:15-8:05 a.m.

5:30-6:20 p.m.

Aerobic/Dance Studio Aerobic/Dance Studio

Kimberly Jennifer

Step

12-12:50 p.m.

4:30-5:20 p.m.

Aerobic/Dance Studio Aerobic/Dance Studio

Takara Sasha

Panther Pump Ab Blast

1-1:50 p.m.

6:30-6:50 p.m.

Aerobic/Dance Studio Aerobic/Dance Studio

Takara Jennifer

Monday Cardio Sculpt HIIT Ab Blast Zumba®

Studio Studio Studio Studio

Kimberly Briana H. Briana H. José

Tuesday

Wednesday

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Class

Time

Location

Instructor

11-11:50 a.m.

12-12:50 p.m.

5:30-6:20 p.m.

4:30-5:20 p.m.

5:30-6:20 p.m.

6:30-6:50 p.m.

7-7:50 p.m.

Aerobic/Dance Studio Studio B Studio B Martial Arts Studio Aerobic/Dance Studio Aerobic/Dance Studio Aerobic/Dance Studio

Briana H. Sara Kelsey Eric H. Jennifer Jennifer Brandon

Zumba®

12-12:50 p.m.

Aerobic/Dance Studio

José

Ab Blast

1-1:20 p.m.

Aerobic/Dance Studio

Justyn

Thursday Boot Camp Cycle Kickboxing Panther Pump Ab Blast Zumba®

Friday

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Intramurals Associate Director: Andy Hudgins 404-413-1765 | intramurals@gsu.edu

Registration Go to www.gsuim.com Free Agents Don’t have enough to form your own team? Sign up as a free agent, and teams will ask you to join their team!

Start Date

Location

Days

Registration Period: June 8-28 Indoor Soccer Volleyball

July 6 July 6

Open Open

SRC–Omni Gym SRC–Main Gym

M/W M/W

Kickball Dodgeball Basketball Wiffleball

July July July July

Open Open Open Open

SRC–Main Gym SRC–Omni Gym SRC–Main Gym SRC–Main Gym

M/W Tu/Th Tu/Th Tu/Th

6 7 7 7

For specific rules, times and more information, visit www.gsuim.com.

Cost Free to currently enrolled students & Rec Services members.

(Exception: Non-students who are members are required to pay a fee for any sport where there is a cost per person, e.g. golf, bowling, etc.)

Forfeit Fee Policy For league sports, teams will be required to pay a forfeit check of $30. If the team forfeits a game, the check will be cashed. If no forfeits, the check will be returned.

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Sport Clubs Coordinator: Ty Verdin 404-413-1764 | sportclubs@gsu.edu

Current Sport Clubs

Angler Fishing Badminton Boxing Breakdancing Capoeira Cycling Equestrian Grappling & Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Lacrosse (men’s) Lacrosse (women’s) Paintball Rock Climbing Rowing Rugby (men’s) Soccer (men’s) Swim Tennis Ultimate Frisbee (men’s) Ultimate Frisbee (women’s) Volleyball Whitewater Wrestling Visit recreation.gsu.edu/clubs for more info on our current clubs or how to start your own.

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Touch the Earth Coordinator: Carson Tortorige ctort@gsu.edu Inquiries: 404-413-1772 touchtheearth@gsu.edu Registration Participants should register no later than the Tuesday before the trip. Liability waivers will be signed at the time of registration or on the day of the trip.

Cost Categories are as follows: GSU students/Recreation members/Others Refunds To receive a refund, you must cancel more than 10 days before the trip date. Participants who do not show up for a trip will not receive a refund.

No refunds will be given for deposits on break trips. Money paid toward the trip balance is not refundable after the date of the pre-trip meeting. Payment deadlines must be met or trip spot and all payments will be forfeited.

Trips at a glance Date

Day

Trip

Cost

Adventure Sports page 16 June 7

Sun.

Horseback Forest Trail Riding #1

$48/$52/$58

June 13 June 13

Sat. Sat.

Trail Running Clinic Toccoa River Day Float

$5/$9/$12 $8/$9/$10

June 14

Sun.

Wild Cave Exploration

$18/$22/$28

June 19-21

Fri.-Sun.

Yoga, Surfing and the Summer Solstice

$115/$120/$140

June 20 June 20

Sat. Sat.

Fly Fishing – Beginner Nature in the City Bike Tour

$20/$25/$30 free

June 28

Sun.

Day on the Rocks

$10/$12/$16

July 18

Sat.

Fly Fishing – Experienced

$18/24/$28

July 19

Sun.

Horseback Forest Trail Riding #2

$48/$52/$58

Aug. 1

Sat.

Hang Gliding

$155/$165/$180

Aug. 22

Sat.

Horseback Forest Trail Riding #3

$48/$52/$58

Backpacking & Overnight Treks page 16 June 6-7

Sat.-Sun.

Red Top Camping 101

$22/$26/$30

July 11-12

Sat.-Sun.

Big Frog in the Cherokee

$55/$65/$75

July 17-19

Fri.-Sun.

Savannah and Tybee Island Camping

$55/$60/$65

July 18-19

Sat.-Sun.

Sumter and Ellicott Rock

$15/$18/$20

July 25-26

Sat.-Sun.

Raven Cliff Falls Backcountry

$16/$20/$25

Day Hikes page 17 June 21

Sun.

Hammocking and Relaxation

$8/$10/$14

June 27

Sat.

Deep River Trail

$12/$14/$19

Aug. 2

Sun.

Little River Falls Alabama

$8/$9/$10

TTE BIKE Shop

The TTE Bike Shop is a resource for faculty, staff and students at Georgia State offering “while-you-wait” services. Referrals to local bike shops are available for more complex issues. Check out GSU bikes at www.gsubikes.com.

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FREE Services n Pump air n Seat height adjustment n Brake adjustment

Tube Services n Tube replacement: $10 n Fix flat: $7 (patch)

Touch the Earth trips are all made possible by our awesome VOLUNTEER trip leaders!

Date

Day

Trip

Cost

Flatwater page 17 June 25-28

Th.-Sun..

Cape Lookout Sea Kayaking

$60/$75/$90

July 25-26

Sat.-Sun.

Lake Calderwood for Beginners

$22/$24/$28

Whitewater page 17 June 4-7

Th.-Sun.

Tandem Canoe 4-Day School

Free ($60 rental)

June 14

Sun.

Nantahala Raft Trip #1

$35/$40/$45

June 27

Sat.

Ocoee Rafting Trip #1 (combo)

$80/$88/$95

July 7

Tu./Th.

Whitewater Kayak School (4 sessions/trip)

$50/$55/$65

July 11

Sat.

Nantahala Raft Trip #2

$35/$40/$45

July 11-12

Sat.-Sun.

Solo Canoe School

Free ($40 rental)

July 12

Sun.

Ocoee Rafting Trip #2 (middle)

$45/50/$55

July 18-19

Sat.-Sun.

Whitewater Kayak School River Trip

included in school

Aug. 1

Sat.

Nantahala Raft Trip #3

$35/$40/$45

Aug. 22

Sat.

Ocoee River Advanced Kayak/Canoeing

$10/$14/$20

Aug. 23

Sun.

Ocoee Rafting Trip #3 (combo)

$80/$88/$95

Break Trips page 18 Aug. 2-9

Sun.-Sun.

Almost Heaven: West Virginia

$395/$440/$525

Aug. 5-15

Wed.-Sat.

Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness

$525/$550/$585

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Touch the Earth Trip Descriptions Adventure Sports Day on the Rocks We’ll take you to a popular rock climbing destination and stir up some awesome climbs to test your outdoor climbing ability and learn new skills. No experience necessary. Includes transportation, climbing equipment and shoes, instruction and leadership. Climbing Club Leaders

Trail Running Clinic Love to run and hike? Bored of running on the streets? Cover more distance trail running in the mountains. Get insturction on pace, safety, gear and technique. Learn about groups to join. A 1.5 hour run will follow, matched to your pace. This trip will depart early and return near mid-day.

Includes transportation, entrance fee, and instruction. Amanda Hoppers

Fly Fishing This trip is held on a small stream for hands-on instruction in fly casting, fishing strategies, knot tying and an introduction to insects, tools and techniques. GA fishing license required. Trout stamp may be required. Experienced participants are invited on the second trip for a step up in instruction. Includes transportation, fishing equipment, instruction and leadership.

Steve Hudson

Nature in the City Bike Tour This tour provides information on good routes from GSU that connect to several nearby neighborhoods. We’ll take you up the east side beltline trail and connect with Piedmont Park, stopping to look at street art. You’ll realize how close and accessible these locations and businesses/parks within them are. Includes bicycle, helmet and leadership. Rob Eidson & Andy Mycroft

Hang Gliding With a pilot, you’ll soar 4,000 ft above a mountain into elegant, silent flight and surf the air. Includes transportation, leadership and flight. Staff

Wild Cave Exploration Join us as we hike, crawl, climb and squeeze our way through a remote, desolate and virtually uncharted wild cave. Includes transportation, instruction, caving gear and guides. Carson Tortorige

Horseback Forest Trail Riding Beginner and experienced riders will enjoy Blue Ridge, GA by horseback on two different trips. We’ll spend 1 ½ hours in the saddle on the trail and tour the mountain area afterwards. Includes transportation, leadership, gratuity, horse and guide. Staff Toccoa River Day Float This one day float trip will be in a kayak or canoe. At several spots you’ll encounter a few easy rapids to keep you on your toes.

Swim in the deep holes and explore historic building ruins. Includes transportation, gear, and guides. Shelby Utter & Erica Spang

Yoga, Surfing and the Summer Solstice Head to Amelia Island with Tonya from Yoga on the Move. Enjoy a morning Sun Salutation and meditate in the company of the beautiful sunrise. Later, learn something new by riding the ocean waves at the surf and paddleboard clinic or participate in the art of doing nothing. In the evening be treated to a round of putt-putt golf and a bonfire in celebration of the abundance of this wondrous planet.Biking trip to Fort Clinch State Park is optional. Includes transportation, two nights lodging, multiple yoga sessions w/mat, entrance fees and leadership. (Surfboard/Sup/Bike rental/lesson additional) Tonya Bennett

Backpacking and Overnight Treks Big Frog in the Cherokee Enjoy an excellent day hiking opportunity in Cherokee National Forest at the base of Big Frog Mountain. Camp that evening beneath the towering hemlock trees and listen to the whippoorwills. The next day, raft the famous and intense whitewater of the Ocoee River. Please read our description on Ocoee rafting for what to expect. Includes transportation, leadership and all equipment.

Philip Strate Rating: moderate, 5 miles Raven Cliff Falls Backcountry This fun experience is centered on relaxing in pools below the falls, hiking the trails in the area and experiencing an easy backcountry camping trip. Spend most of Saturday and Sunday exploring the area and hike a few miles into our campsite to enjoy the wilderness and an evening campfire. Includes leadership and transportation. Cory & Anna Inman Rating: easy, 3 miles Red Top Mountain Camping 101 Learn everything you need to know about camping. We’ll camp in the front-country at a state park and mix in some fun activities like hiking and canoeing. Includes transportation, leadership and all equipment.

Cory & Anna Inman Savannah and Tybee Island Camping Tour historic Savannah, eat good seafood and relax on the beach. Includes transportation, camping equipment and leadership. Philip Strate Sumter and Ellicott Rock Hike 8-10 miles along the National Wild and Scenic Chattooga River and camp along the river bank in the Sumter National Forest.

Includes transportation and leadership.

Gardner Neely Rating: moderate to easy, 5+ miles

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Day Hikes

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Deep River Trail This trip includes hiking and swimming.

River shoes, trekking poles and a waterproof stuff sack are recommended.

Includes transportation and leadership.

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Cape Lookout Sea Kayaking Join a local paddler for this four-day backcountry expedition at North Carolina’s Outer Banks. We’ll kayak five miles offshore to the remote and roadless islands of Cape Lookout National Seashore. Enjoy remote beaches, spectacular sunsets, watch wild horses and see a vast array of other rare and endangered wildlife. Backcountry experience is recommended and some kayak experience is required. Includes transportation, instruction, some foods, paddling/camping equipment and leadership Carson Tortorige, Philip Strate

Rating: moderate to strenuous, 12 miles Hammocking and Relaxation Join Philip on this hike into the mountains of north Georgia. Much of the day will be filled with great conversation and observing the wilderness. In the afternoon, ample time will be spent relaxing in the sun along a stream or on a mountain top. Bring your hammock or a blanket, or ask for a TTE camp chair. Includes leadership and transportation. Philip Strate Rating: easy, 3+ miles Little River Falls Alabama Hike the canyons with a swimsuit on and jump in the water below Little River Falls.

Dry off for a picnic lunch and swim for the rest of the afternoon. Includes transportation and leadership. Philip Strate Rating: easy, less than 3 miles

Lake Calderwood for Beginners Paddle up to 10 miles round-trip on Lake Calderwood in North Carolina and camp in a primitive site. Beginners should have some previous experience in a kayak or canoe. Experienced paddlers welcome.

Includes transportation, instruction, paddling equipment and leadership. Erica Spang & Philip Strate

WhiteWATER Nantahala Raft Trips This 8.5 mile run in a beautiful gorge of North Carolina is enjoyable for beginners as well as veteran rafters. Includes transportation, leadership, river guides, equipment and lunch. Jim Hudson, Bruce Wood, Mark Bodnar, Jen Pecoraro

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Ocoee Rafting This exciting Class IV whitewater river in Tennessee is the most action packed in the Southeast! Expect to get wet and experience a wild ride as you work as a team. This is a river of constant whitewater intensity, waves and solid fun. Do the standard middle trip (5 miles) or join us for an epic full-day combo trip (upper & middle –10 miles). Includes transportation, leadership, river guides, equipment and lunch.

Tom Kerber, Bruce Wood, Mark Bodnar Ocoee River Advanced Kayak/ Canoeing Advanced boaters can join Carson and Jim for a guided trip down the Ocoee middle section. Experienced paddling skills required. Includes transportation, canoe/ kayak equipment, river lunch, instruction and leadership. Bruce Wood, Jim Hudson, Carson Tortorige Solo Canoe School This two-day instructional trip is offered to experienced tandem canoe paddlers who want to learn to paddle solo. Canoeing and camping equipment is not provided, due to regulations, but may be rented for the course at a cost of $40 for students (trip is free). Includes transportation, river lunches, instruction and leadership. Jim Hudson and assistants Whitewater Kayaking School The course begins with four sessions in still water and culminates with a progressive two-day optional river trip. Please plan to attend all sessions and river trip to be a graduate of the course. Students, faculty and staff get first priority. No prior experience is necessary. Pool work will be held at the Indian Creek pool, 6-9 p.m. on Tuesday/Thursday’s, July 7, 9, 14 & 16. The river portion will be Saturday/Sunday, July 18-19. Includes paddling gear, transportation during river sessions, camping and river lunches. Carson Tortorige, Bruce Wood, Todd McGinnis

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Touch the Earth Break trips

Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness Wednesday-Saturday, August 5-15, 2015 $525/$550/$585

Experience a truly exquisite canoe-camping wilderness experience. Hear the sounds of a loon after dark. Eat freshly-caught walleye with skillet fried potatoes at dinner.

Swing in your hammock between two red pines at sunset. This is a relaxing, laid-back voyager experience in the land of 10,000 lakes of northern Minnesota. Launching from Nina Moose Lake, we’ll paddle our way across each lake, 8-20 miles a day, sometimes arduously portaging to the next and spend quality time at night in spectacular backcountry campsites. We’ll also have the occasional layover day at the very best of sites. On the way, see historic Split Rock Lighthouse, towering over Lake Superior and hike part of the Superior Trail to view the falls. A $150 deposit is due June 26. Balance is due July 17. This trip offers early bird pricing. Pay IN FULL by June 12 and get $50 off the trip price. Includes transportation, equipment, leadership, permits and backcountry food. Limited to 7 participants. John Krafka & Amanda Highfield

Informational meeting: Thursday, June 11, 6 p.m., room 215, SRC; No commitment necessary

Almost Heaven:

Shenandoah and the Blue Ridge Sunday-Sunday, August 2-9

$395/$440/$525

Spend one week exploring the mountains of Virginia and West Virginia. Start the multi-sport week with a whitewater experience down one of the oldest rivers in the world. Next, we will make our way over to Nelson Rocks and summit the top “via feratta.” After a long day of rock climbing we will head into West Virginia where we will spend a day summiting Old Rag Mountain in Shenandoah National Park. The final portion of the trip, we’ll be backpacking into the Shenandoah’s and spend the evenings stargazing. Informational Meeting Monday, June 22 at 6 p.m. in Room 215 of the SRC. Mandatory Pre-trip meeting Wednesday, July 15 at 6 p.m. Includes all equipment, transportation, fees, permits, backcountry foods, trip leaders and guides.

Sullivan Keel & Carson Tortorige

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Outdoor Equipment Rental Item

Price per day

Limit per person

Commuter bike***

Free

1

Tent (six-person)

$5/$6

2

Tent (four-person)

$4/$5

2

Tent (one/two-person)

$3/$4

2

Backpack w/cover (internal or external frame)

$3/$4

4

Sleeping bag

$3/$4

10

Ensolite pad

$2/$3

10

Cook kit (backpack or family)

$2/$3

4

Tarp (10’x10’ or larger)

$2/$3

4

Backpack stove**

$3/$4

4

2-burner stove**

$4/$6

4

Lantern**

$4/$6

4

Battery lantern

$2/$3

4

Water bottle

$1/$2

10

Poncho

$1/$2

10

Cooler

$3/$4

2

$20/$25

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Whitewater Canoe*

Lower level | Student Recreation Center (outside entrance adjacent to parking deck driveway) 404-413-1772 Hours of Operation April 28-June 5:

Monday-Friday 12-5 p.m.

June 8-July 27:

Monday-Friday 10 a.m. -6 p.m.

July 28-August 21: Monday-Friday 12-5 p.m.

Equipment must be picked up and returned during the above hours only.

Closures and Special Rental Deals Closed Monday, May 25 for Memorial Day: free day Closed Friday, July 3 for Independence Day: free day Closed August 8-16 for Maintenance Week: four day charge Parking for Equipment Loading and Unloading Customers may park temporarily for free behind the Student Recreation Center in the space marked “Touch the Earth.” To gain access from parking gate attendant, tell the attendant you are a Touch the Earth customer. You will be able to park in the provided spaces and given a voucher that must be validated by TTE personnel in order to exit.

Rental Policies

1. Rental equipment is available for checkout to current GSU Flatwater Canoe $10/$12 1 students, faculty and staff. GSU graduates must be members of the Student Recreation Center to enjoy this service. You Whitewater Kayak* $12/$15 1 must present your Panther ID card.

Recreational Kayak $8/$10 2 2. A $20 deposit must be left for any reservation or rental. Full (sit on top or sit in) payment for equipment must be made when the equipment is picked up.

Touring kayak $12/$15 1 3. Deposit will be forfeited if reservation is not cancelled by Car kit $2/$3 1 5 p.m. on scheduled day of pick up.

Wetsuit–Farmer John/Farmer Jane $4/$5 4 4. Advance reservations must be made IN PERSON. 5. A Friday-Monday rental is assessed a two-day charge.

Crash Pad $5/$7 2 6. A $1 per item per day late fee is charged in addition to the Camp/canoe seat $2/$3 4 daily rental fee. Exception: Bikes are charged $20 per day. * NOTE: Requires completion of Touch the Earth clinic or school and permission from the outdoor recreation 7. Additional charges will apply for any equipment returned wet coordinator. Call 404-413-1773 one week in advance. and/or dirty (i.e. tents and stoves). ** Customers will receive a stove or lantern with the equivalent of one full canister.

8. Deposits may be held overnight for equipment needing *** Rental period up to three consecutive days maximum. Helmet, lock and lamps provided. Late Fee $20/day. inspection if equipment is returned after 5:30 p.m.

9. Upon return, all tents will receive a full set up inspection.

COST

Student/faculty, staff and recreation members

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Touch the Earth Climbing Wall & Bouldering Cave Inquiries: 404-413-1772

Wall Hours of Operation JUNE 8-JULY 27 Mondays, Wednesdays: 2-7 p.m.

Tuesdays, Thursdays: 1-5 p.m.

Fridays: 2-5 p.m.

Open during Maymester or finals by special arrangement

Closed when student classes are on break. Bouldering Cave open during normal building hours.

Free Try Climbing Anytime No certification required. Bring your PantherCard. All equipment provided.

Certification Clinics Includes belay skills, policies and procedures, and both a written and practical test. Good for one year. Register at least 24 hours in advance.

Tuesdays, 7-9 p.m.

Wednesdays: 11 a.m-1 p.m.

Cost: $2/$4/$6

Lead Climbing

Experienced climbers may take the written and practical tests without the clinic. Good for one year. By appointment only.

Cost: $2/$2/$6

Experienced climbers may lead climb routes during normal hours.

You must follow the designated lead route. Ask about a Lead Climbing Certification Clinic to certify or challenge out. You must be belay certified for at least six months or prove significant experience.

Certification Renewal

Bouldering Cave

Certification Challenge

Demonstrate practical skills to the on-duty climbing wall supervisor.

Sign the Climbing Wall Agreement.

Good for one year. No cost.

Kids Climb

Children ages 8-18 may use the Climbing Wall when supervised and belayed by a certified parent, guardian or climbing wall staff.

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The cave has both vertical and horizontal overhanging terrain.

Any skill level may use it in a “no ropes� bouldering format. It is located across from racquetball court #4 adjacent to the Climbing Wall. Check in with the Climbing Wall attendant.

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Challenge Program Coordinator: Carson Tortorige ctort@gsu.edu Inquiries: 404-413-1772 | recreation.gsu.edu/cp About the Program This program offers groups, teams and individuals innovative ways to improve their abilities to work with others. Focus is on creative problem solving and effective communication. The experience will increase trust and enhance group cohesion. Programs are tailored to meet the needs of the group.

Location Sites vary depending the group’s preference. Groups may choose facilities and grounds from our our ropes course at Indian Creek Recreation Area, the downtown campus or off-campus locations.

Reservations Complete online reservation.

Reserve date and make payment at least one month in advance.

Confirm all details two weeks in advance. A minimum of a 10 person charge is required but larger or smaller groups are easily accommodated. Sessions may range from two hours to half-day or a full day.

Full day cost Up to $35 per GSU student.

Up to $45 per GSU faculty/staff.

Includes lunch. Other packages available at a lesser cost.

Non-GSU groups must contact ChallengeProgram@gsu.edu for fee structure.

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Off Campus Facilities Indian Creek Recreation area Location: 900 South Indian Creek Drive, Stone Mountain, Ga 30083

Lodge and Event Lawn Coordinator: Ellen Whitney 404-413-1794 | ewhitney2@gsu.edu

The new 4,700 square foot lodge is the perfect place for off campus events.

Individual rooms or the entire lodge may be reserved by chartered student organizations, faculty/staff departments for University approved meetings and for personal/social events by Recreation members. The lodge has a large meeting room, two breakout rooms, an open lobby reception area with fireplace, decks with seating and a catering kitchen. If you would like to host your event outside, we also have available for reservation a half acre event lawn.

Eligible users Student organizations, faculty/staff departments and Recreation members.

Panthersville Intramural Fields Location: 2401 Wildcat Road, Decatur, Ga 30034 Contact: Andy Hudgins 404-413-1765 | intramurals@gsu.edu This facility includes two large lighted fields, sundeck, restrooms and parking. This area is used for intramural and sport club events but may also be reserved by student groups.

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Pool Contact: Adam Penn 404-413-4272 | aquatics@gsu.edu

Open Memorial Day- Labor Day 11:30 a.m.-8 p.m.

7 days a week Enjoy our pool, picnic areas, sand volleyball courts and snack bar open from Memorial day through Labor day. Private swim lessons are available.

Eligible users Current GSU students and Recreation members. See page 4 for membership rates.

Pool Day Pass

GSU student and Recreation members .......................................... free Faculty/staff/graduate day pass ................................................................. $3 Guests ......................................................................................... $3 per person (Limit 3 guests; must remain with member at all times.)

Pool Family Season Pass*

Currently GSU students ........................................................................... $50 Recreation member .................................................................................... $60 * For family access to ICRA pool only. Family memberships are limited to: mother, father, sibling, spouse, domestic partner and dependent children of GSU student or Recreation member.

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Indian Creek Recreation Area – Challenge Course and Outpost Supported by Student Activity Fees • studentaffairs.gsu.edu

Georgia State University Recreational Services

@GSURecreation

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Georgia State University, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an equal opportunity/educational institution and is an equal opportunity/ affirmative action employer.To request disability accommodations, please contact Recreational Services at 404-413-1750, recreation@gsu.edu.