OA can accomodate students with many different concerns, including medical issues, religious practices, and internet/technology accessability. Our goal is to do our best to make this experience as accessible as possible for all students, especially in our current global health crisis. Please contact us to let us know about your specific needs so we can try and find a trip that will work for you.
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This is the general information for all students who will be participating in Outdoor Action Frosh Trip. More detailed information about your specific trip activities and an equipment list for your specific trip will be emailed to you in early August.
Topics: Frosh Trip
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All Days
Masks indoors & on buses!
Fill up water (3 liters/person + 1 full dromedary bag) before breakfas
Meet your group for breakfast in a dining hall of your choosing. If anyone is missing, call/ knock on dorm door
Baker Rink Check-in & Check-out-- Only 1 Leader should come inside
be on time! 30 minutes before bus departure or 15 minutes before walking departure
Box lunches will be distributed at Baker Rink for bus days & some local days
Topics: Hiking
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Tired of the same old campus scenery? Excited to try something new and adventurous? Want to build new, meaningful friendships? Join OA for an overnight trip to the Princeton Blairstown Center!
Topics: Resources
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This compilation of resources for the Outdoor Action community contains various ideas for ways to stay connected to the natural world when your usual outlets may not be available. Spending time in nature has huge positive health benefits (NatureRx) and we encourage you to take advantage of these recommendations while also adhering to the current health policies for your local region. You can begin to experience the benefits of being outdoors with
Topics: Leaders, Leadership
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Students involved in Outdoor Action excel both in academics and in campus activities from varsity sports, to student government, and student organizations. The leadership skills they develop through Outdoor Action serve the larger Princeton campus and beyond as these students go on to be leaders throughout their careers. Here are some of the awards and prizes received by Outdoor Action Leaders.
Topics: First Aid & CPR, Wilderness First Aid, CPR, Technical Skills
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OA First Aid
Whether you want to be prepared for an emergency on campus, at home, or when traveling in the wilderness, make sure you have the proper training to safeguard yourself and others. CPR and an approved wilderness first aid course can help prepare you to handle a first aid emergency.
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We have put together several different equipment lists to help you prepare and pack for your Outdoor Action small group Orientation program. You primarily just need to bring personal clothing items and OA provides other specialized equipment.These equipment lists are based on over 48 years of experience running Outdoor Action Trips.
OA Campus-based Day Trips
OA Basecamp Trips
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Become an Outdoor Action Leader - Leader Training is free
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Isobutane canisters are made of painted steel and plastic valves. Technically they can be recycled as mixed metal. Unfortunately, the process is more complicated than just throwing your spent canister in a bin. Fuel canisters can only be recycled in areas where mixed metal is accepted, and they can only be processed when properly prepared beforehand. Here’s how to make your fuel canister recyclable: