Trips
Trip Registration
To sign up for UTC Outdoor Programs trips please visit the Aquatics & Recreation Center. Registration takes place in the Outdoors Center Office, located on the first floor of the Aquatics and Recreation Center (ARC)
Cancellation Info
Once payment for trips are received, partial refunds may be given if participant cancels by the registration deadline, typically 7 days before the trip. Please see our trip descriptions for registration deadlines. Refunds consist of 50% of the trip cost for cancellations. Cancellations made after the registration deadline will not be considered for a refund. To apply for a refund, the participant will need to complete the 'Customer Refund Request' form. UTC Outdoors reserve the right to cancel a program due to inclement weather, natural disasters, lack of participation, or extenuating circumstances. In the event we must cancel a program, a full trip refund will be provided automatically.
IMPORTANT: Some trips have a mandatory pre-trip meeting on the Tuesday before a trip. If you fail to attend the pre-trip meeting, you will be unable to attend the trip.
Note:
These are high adventure activities so please be aware that there are risks involved. UTC Outdoors strives to minimize these risks, yet all elements of risks can never be eliminated. To prevent any problems, follow all instructions given by the trip leaders, follow all safety guidelines and regulations. Please read, fill out, sign and date the trip health form and hold harmless agreement. Your information will remain private.
Spring 2023 Trips
- Stargazing Hike
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Date: Saturday, January 21st
Time: 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Price: $15.00
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, January 17th
Description: Join UTC Outdoors as we take a hike in the dark to stargaze from a local overlook! Our experienced staff will select a perfect location for a peaceful experience. There is no better way to take a break from your week than to explore the mountains around you from an entirely new perspective. No experience is necessary. Trip cost includes transportation and guides.
- Howards Caving
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Date: Sunday, January 22nd
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Price: $15.00
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, January 17th
Description: Go underground and explore Howards Waterfall Cave in Trenton, Georgia. If you have never been caving before, this is a great first-time cave to check out. Our experienced staff will guide you through dark, muddy passageways with many options to crawl through tight spaces. No experience is necessary. Trip cost includes equipment, instruction, and transportation.
- Sugar/Beech Ski Trip
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Date: Friday, January 27th - Sunday, January 29th
Price: $300.00
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, January 24th
Pre-Trip Meeting: TBD
Description: Join us for an action-packed snowboarding weekend at Sugar and Beech Mountain. Whether it’s your first time on a board or your favorite outdoor activity, this trip is for everyone! Gear, transportation, food, and lodging are included.
- Waterfall Hike
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Date: Saturday, February 4th
Price: $15.00
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, January 31st
Description: Join us for a wonderful winter hike with beautiful views. There are great opportunities to get amazing photos and meet new friends! Transportation included.
- Tumbling Rock Caving
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Date: Sunday, February 5th
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Price: $15.00
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, January 31st
Description: Go underground and explore Tumbling Rock Cave in Jackson County, Alabama. Our experienced staff will lead you on a muddy adventure through dark passageways following an underground creek! This cave has a ton of cool features, including old mining equipment, football field size rooms, and a 400-foot underground waterfall called the Topless Dome. No experience is necessary. Trip cost includes equipment, instruction, and transportation.
- Mountain Biking
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Date: Saturday, February 11st
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Price: $15.00
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, February 7th
Description: Throw on a helmet, bring your water, and join us on a mountain biking adventure. Come learn a new skill, freshen up on some old ones, and spend a Saturday with the fun folks at UTC Outdoors. No experience is necessary. Cost includes equipment, transportation, and instruction.
- Stone Fort Bouldering
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Date: Sunday, February 12th
Price: $15.00
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, February 7th
Description: Join UTC Outdoors for a fantastic day of bouldering. Stone Fort has options for both beginners and advanced climbers. No experience is needed for this trip. Learn how to boulder outside, place crash pads, spot climbers, and improve your climbing technique. Cost includes equipment, instruction, and transportation. Please bring enough water for yourself and snacks for the day!
- Cumberland Backpacking
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Date: Saturday, February 18th - Sunday, February 19th
Price: $40.00
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, February 14th
Description: Have you ever wondered if you could spend a weekend only having what you can carry on your back? Well, wonder no more; you can come to find out how to backpack like a pro with us on our weekend backpacking trip! Gear, food, and transportation are included.
- Sequatchie Climbing Weekend
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Date: Saturday, March 4th - Sunday, March 5th
Price: $40.00
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, February 28th
Pre-Trip Meeting: TBD
Description: Spend the weekend with us climbing at Denny’s Cove and Foster Falls! Whether you’ve been climbing for years or it’s your first time climbing outside, there are routes for everybody! Gear, transportation, and food are included.
- Howards Caving
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Date: Sunday, March 5th
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Cost: $15.00
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, February 18th
Description: Go underground and explore Howards Waterfall Cave in Trenton, Georgia. If you have never been caving before, this is a great first-time cave to check out. Our experienced staff will guide you through dark, muddy passageways with many options to crawl through tight spaces. No experience is necessary. Trip cost includes equipment, instruction, and transportation.
- Full Moon Hike
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Date: Tuesday, March 7th
Time: 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Price: $15.00
Registration Deadline: Thursday, March 2nd
Description: Join UTC Outdoors as we take a hike in the dark and watch as the light of the full moon lights up our path! Our experienced staff will select a perfect location for an illuminated experience. There is no better way to take a break from your week than exploring the mountains around you in a whole new perspective. No experience is necessary. Trip cost includes transportation.
- Spring Break Trip # 1 - Backpacking Paria Canyon, AZ
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Date: March 10th - March 19th
Cost: $450.00
Registration Deadline: Friday, February 24th
Pre-Trip Meeting: Wednesday, March 1st
Description: Ever wanted to backpack through a slot canyon in the desert southwest? Join us to check out Paria Canyon over spring break! Travel out west to see the beauty of the opening of the Grand Canyon and live out of what you can carry on your back! Gear, transportation, and food provided. This backpacking trip will be slightly different than hiking in the southeast. We will walk through ankle to knee-deep water on most days and have to pack out all our waste (trash and human waste)! While this trip is beginner friendly, a positive attitude and ability to take on new experiences will be key to our success as a group. Have questions? Visit the UTC Outdoors Center for more information on this trip.
- Spring Break Trip # 2 - Caper's Island Sea Kayaking
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Date: Saturday, March 12th - Saturday, March 18th
Cost: $250.00
Registration Deadline: Friday, February 24th
Pre-Trip Meeting: Wednesday, March 1st
Description: Have you ever wondered what living on a secluded island would be like? Well, now you can find out! Join us this spring break to kayak to Caper’s Island with all the gear we will need to camp on the island for a few days. Once we get to the island, we will have plenty of time to hang out and relax on the beach. Gear, transportation, and food are included.
- Tennessee River Kayaking
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Date: Saturday, March 25th
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Cost: $15.00
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, March 21st
Description: Treat yourself by coming with us on a leisurely paddle down the Tennessee River! Give yourself a break from studying and enjoy spending the day relaxing on the water and meeting new friends!
- Mountain to Town Biking
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Date:
Cost: $40.00
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, March 28th
Description: Ride from Lookout Mountain back to campus with us! This downhill ride is super fun and beginner friendly! It’s also a great way to get to know Chattanooga. No experience is necessary. Cost includes equipment, transportation, and instruction.
- Tumbling Rock Caving
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Date: Sunday, April 2nd
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Cost: $15.00
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, March 28th
Description: Go underground and explore Tumbling Rock Cave in Jackson County, Alabama. Our experienced staff will lead you on a muddy adventure through dark passageways following an underground creek! This cave has a ton of cool features, including old mining equipment, football field size rooms, and a 400-foot underground waterfall called the Topless Dome. No experience is necessary. Trip cost includes equipment, instruction, and transportation.
- Fly Fishing
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Date: Saturday, April 15th - Sunday, April 16th
Cost: $40.00
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, April 11th
Pre-Trip Meeting: TBD
Description: Have you always wanted to learn how to fly fish, or are you itching to get back out again? Join us for our fly-fishing weekend trip! On this trip, you will learn how to fly fish from our experienced leaders and meet new people interested in fishing. Don’t worry; we promise we’ll get you a cool picture of you and your catch!
- Whitewater Kayaking
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Date: Saturday, April 22nd
Cost: $30.00
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, April 18th
Pre-Trip Meeting: April 18th at 7:00 p.m. (ARC Swimming Pool)
Description: Join UTC Outdoors for a day of fun on the river! Our experienced trip leaders will teach the proper techniques to control our boats while we run class I & II rapids. If you have always wanted to try whitewater kayaking, this is the perfect opportunity to spend a day on the water. No experience is necessary. Cost includes transportation, equipment, and instruction.
- Ocoee Rafting
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Date: Sunday, April 23rd
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Cost: $40.00
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, April 17th
Description: Join us and ride a whitewater roller coaster with UTC Outdoors! Located just under an hour from campus, the Ocoee River is a jewel of this area. Enjoy an adventure-filled day with experienced raft guides as you explore the Ocoee River's class III & IV rapids. Grab a friend or come make new ones! No experience is necessary. The cost includes transportation and a guided trip.
If you have any questions about our outdoor adventures,
please contact the Coordinator of Outdoors:
Lisa Hancock
Phone: (423) 425-5671
Email: [email protected]