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NOLS Patagonia

Backpack in Patagonia

Dec 30, 2025 – Jan 11, 2026

Embark with UK Campus Recreation in partnership with NOLS, on an unforgettable 7-day backpacking expedition through the breathtaking Cerro Castillo mountains — one of Chilean Patagonia’s best-kept secrets. Often compared to the famous Torres del Paine, yet far less traveled, Cerro Castillo offers a raw, immersive experience in a landscape of towering spires, turquoise glacial lakes, hanging glaciers, and dense lenga forests.

Alumni Gym Fall Schedule

Group Fitness Fall Schedule at Alumni Gym

Aug 25 – Dec 22, 2025

Fall Group Fitness classes are here and open to all skill levels. Classes range from 30 to 60 minutes with capacity depending on the location and format.

JC Group Fit Schedule

Group Fitness Fall Schedule at the Johnson Center

Aug 25 – Dec 22, 2025

Fall Group Fitness classes are here and open to all skill levels. Classes range from 30 to 60 minutes with capacity depending on the location and format.

Intramural Sports

Intramural Sports: Flash Events

Sep 3–20, 2025

One month 5 Flash events!

Fitness Challenge

Fitness Challenge

Sep 10 – Dec 3, 2025

Register for the fall fitness challenge! Complete 40 workouts and receive a free shaker bottle. 

Intramural Sports

Wildcat: 7v7 Flag Football

Sep 14 – Oct 5, 2025

League Description: Teams will be scheduled for 4 games over 4 weeks followed by a single elimination tournament. Game Times:

White Water Rafting

White water rafting at the New River

Sep 26–27, 2025

Escape to one of the most breathtaking landscapes in West Virginia with a thrilling camping and rafting trip at New River Gorge. This iconic destination offers the perfect blend of adventure and natural beauty, from dense forests to the roaring rapids of the New River. We will spend both nights camping in the bunk houses of ACE Adventure center, a full day of rafting and then drive back on Sunday. 

Group of students hiking in Red River Gorge

Hiking Greatest Hits at the Red River Gorge

Sep 27, 2025

Come explore all the greatest hits that the Red River Gorge has to offer. Make sure to have an empty camera roll to capture Sky Bridge and Rock Bridge all in one afternoon. Each trail is approximately 1 mile each with varying amounts of elevation gain. Work up an appetite to enjoy some delicious food at Miguel’s on the way out. 

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