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This is the clearest and most concise explanation on Youtube about the UTM coordinate system. We start with an overview of how the UTM system works, then you'll learn how to read coordinates from a map, how to plot coordinates onto a map, and we’ll finish with a few good mapping and smartphone resources. 

Knowing to basics of coordinate systems is important for anyone using a map and GPS together.

Topics: Calendar
Content type: Article
OA CALENDAR Monday, February 2 Climbing Wall Open Hours
4:30 - 6:30 PM, Climbing Wall, Stadium Second Level Tuesday, February 3 Climbing Wall Open Hours
8:00 - 10:00 PM, Climbing Wall, Stadium Second Level Wednesday, February 4 Climbing Wall Open Hours
8:00 - 10:00 PM, Climbing Wall, Stadium Second Level
Topics: Equipment
Content type: Article
OA Equipment Room Location: 350 Alexander Street

Equipment rental is only for students, faculty and staff of Princeton University. PUID required. 

Fall 2023 Hours (beginning September 18)

Thursdays 2:30-4:30

Fridays 10am-12pm

Fridays: 1:30-6:30

Content type: Article
Saturday, April 23: 12:30pm-4pm Join OA for a day full of fun, FREE, outdoor activities!  Explore some of the hidden natural gems that are right in the Princeton area.  
Content type: Article
Types of Trips:
Topics: Frosh Trip
Content type: Article
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: Climbing
Content type: Article
Boulding Comp Winners 11/21/2019

Beginner:

1. Jake Sledge '23

2. Kenny Lam '23

3. Coly Elhai Staff

 

Intermediate:

1. Diego Palacios GS

2. Matthew Nadeau GS

3. Claire Wayner '22

 

Advanced:

1. Matthew Creamer Staff

2. Lauren von Berg '20

3. Jack Neus '20

Content type: Article

These awards are given annually to seniors in the Outdoor Action Program who have made significant contributions to the program and to the lives of others at Princeton University. Thanks and congratulations to all of them from the staff at Outdoor Action and from the Friends of OA Board.

Content type: Article
Wilderness First Responder (WFR) Course 2019 Dates: Sun. 1/27 (1 p.m. - 6 p.m.), 1/28 - 2/2 (8 a.m. - 6 p.m.), Sun. 2/3 (8 a.m. - 1 p.m.)
Location: Jadwin A06 Outdoor Action is offering a full Wilderness First Responder Course on campus during Intersession. WFR is heavily subsidized for OA Leaders! If you have completed leader training and led atleast 1 multi-day OA trip, the cost is only $75 Why Should You Take WFR? You travel in the backcountry as a OA Leader
Topics: Leaders, Leadership
Content type: Article

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.