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Upcoming Events

Hells Canyon Weekend Trip

Location: Big Bar, Hells Canyon
When: Friday, April 26 – Sunday, April 28, 2024
Time: Meet at OAP on 4/26 @ 4pm. Return on 4/28 by 4pm
Cost: $30
Fitness Level: Moderate

We are lucky to have a world-class adventure haven like Hells Canyon only several hours from campus. Explore the amazing scenery of the deepest gorge in North America w/ the OAP and the EOU Climbing Club. We’ll set up camp close to the beautiful limestone walls of “The Flatiron” and spend the weekend climbing the many sport routes in the zone. We might even have time to hit a hot spring! This area offers rock climbing for all skill levels. No experience necessary and the OAP can provide all your gear needs from climbing equipment to tents and sleeping bags. Transportation and all meals are provided. 

Space is limited to 11, so register early. Register by filling out the two forms below:

Hells Canyon Weekend Trip Registration Form

OAP Medical History Form

Game Day – Capture the Flag

Location: EOU campus
When: Saturday, May 4, 2024
Time: 1pm – 3pm. Meet at the OAP in the Fieldhouse.
Cost: FREE

Join us for a game of Capture the Flag, but…not just any ordinary game. This capture the flag is both more complicated and more fun as it’s a mix of both capture the flag and dodgeball. Gather your friends and show off your speed, strategy, throwing, and teamwork skills in this exciting game. Don’t miss out on the action-packed fun and school spirit (face paint and bandanas will be provided)! Register now and be part of the ultimate battle for victory! Any and everyone is welcome, so spread the word! 

Register by filling out the form below:

Capture the Flag Registration Form

MERA Hike

Location: Mount Emily Recreation Area
When: Saturday, May 18, 2024
Time: Meet at OAP at the Fieldhouse @ 10am. Return by 3pm
Cost: FREE
Fitness Level: Moderate

This is the perfect time of year to go for a hike! The wildflowers are in full bloom, the weather is incredible, and you and your friends can have a really fun time exploring a few miles of trail at our local 3,000 acre recreation area. The OAP will lead a 3-mile round-trip hike on one of MERA’s well-marked and maintained trails with beautiful views of the Grande Ronde Valley. Transportation is provided.

Sign up early as space is limited to 10 persons. Register by completing the forms below:

MERA Hike Registration Form

OAP Medical History Form

Morgan Lake SUP & BBQ

Location: Morgan Lake
When: Saturday, June 8, 2024
Time: 11:00am – 3:00pm
Cost: FREE
Fitness Level: Easy

This is the OAP’s end of the school year celebration! We are putting on a BBQ and SUP party up at Morgan Lake. Enjoy the summer sun w/ us! We’ll provide all the BBQ fixins’ and drinks. Plus…we’ll supply all the water craft (SUPs and kayaks) for you to have a fun afternoon on the lake. Transportation is also provided. 

Register by filling out the form below:

Morgan Lake Registration Form