The Clemson University Outdoor Recreation and Education Program provides the Clemson University community with opportunities to participate in a variety of outdoor adventure activities. Trips and instructional programs are scheduled throughout the year and include adventure activities such as: backpacking, whitewater rafting, paddleboarding, sea kayaking, skiing, and rock climbing. Trips are designed for every skill level, from the beginner to the advanced adventurer. As part of CORE's commitment to education, skills workshops are also offered in areas such as Leave No Trace, rock climbing, and bicycle maintenance. In addition to these programs, CORE also provides an outdoor equipment rental service, resource library, & bike shop and staff who can serve as knowledgeable resources to help people plan their own adventure trips.
Day Trips are scheduled throughout the year and include adventure activities such as: hiking, whitewater rafting, paddleboarding, skiing, and mountain biking. Trips are designed for every skill level, from the beginner to the advanced adventurer.
Multi-Day Trips are scheduled throughout the year and include adventure activities such as: canoepacking, backpacking, sea kayaking, and more. Trips are designed for every skill level, from the beginner to the advanced adventurer.
Immerse yourself in the Dominican culture as we work alongside members of the Cochrane united farmers group to help establish sustainable agriculture sites in their mountain community. Experience adventure activities like remote rainforest waterfall hikes, natural hot spring soaks, and snorkeling barrier reefs.
Campus Recreation members can rent outdoor equipment such as backpacks, tents, kayaks, bikes, and more from the Andy Quattlebaum Outdoor Education Center. Free day-use gear like kayaks, paddleboards, and hammocks are also available for on-site use.
At CORE, all of our programs are run by an incredible group of student staff, and we are always on the lookout for great new people to come join our program!
Get outside as a team! CORE offers a variety of adventure trips and programs for groups that are looking to get outside and explore the beauty of the Upstate.
Located in the Andy Quattlebaum Recreation Education Center is a full bike repair shop available for use by all Campus Recreation members. Our bicycle mechanics offer you guidance while you go through the repair process. The shop and all tools are also open for do-it-yourself repairs.
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