Outdoor Recreation provides opportunities for the Emory community to experience adventures in great outdoors. programs include adventure trips, equipment rentals, and a climbing arena in the WPEC. No experience is necessary to participate in outdoor programs.
Climbing Wall will open for the fall on 9/3
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
4:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Saturday
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Group size |
Students, Campus Life, Student Orgs |
Emory University Departments |
Member Private Events and Birthday Parties |
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1-10 people
(2 climbing wall staff provided) |
$55/hour |
$82/hour |
$120/hour |
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11-20 people
(4 climbing wall staff provided) |
$105/hour |
$155/hour |
$230/hour |
The climbing wall is available to the Emory University community for private party reservations. All climbing wall policies apply to private party reservations.
Review our policies here: Policies | Emory University | Atlanta GA
Reservations are only scheduled during WPEC open hours, but outside of regular climbing wall open hours. We cannot accommodate groups during climbing wall open hours. Review our current open hours under the Climbing Wall dropdown section above.
Only climbing wall staff and Emory belay certified patrons are permitted to belay. Any patron within a private party wishing to belay during their event must be certified before the event time. No belay tests will be performed during a private party reservation.
Minimum climber age: 5
Maximum group size: 20
Adult sized harnesses and climbing shoes are available. Child sized harnesses are available but we do not have child sized shoes.
If you have a larger group that you would like to bring to the wall, contact adventure@emory.edu to see if we can accommodate your group.
You can search and register for upcoming trips and clinics on your MyRecWell portal under the Outdoor Recreation tab.
Registration for clinics and special events closes 24 hours before start time.
Online registration for trips closes 10 days before trip departure date.
In person registration for trips closes Tuesday before departure date.
A mandatory pre-trip meeting will be held for all multi-day trips. If unable to attend a pre-trip meeting, you must contact Kristin Sliger at adventure@emory.edu in advance to schedule a make-up meeting.
Interested in becoming a trip leader? Contact adventure@emory.edu.
Questions about the type of trip? View our Level of Challenge and Remoteness Scale (click here)
Cancellation, No-Show, and Refund Policies
No-Show Policy:
A “3 strikes, you’re out” policy will be enforced for all trips. If a participant no-shows on the day of departure or cancels less than 10 days before the departure date of a trip for a total of three times, that participant will no longer be permitted to register for trips. Trips tend to have a long waitlist and we want to make sure spots are available to those who will show up to participate. A reminder of this policy will be sent to anyone who has accumulated 2 late cancellations and no-shows.
Refund Policy:
Participants will receive a full refund if they cancel more than 10 days before the trip date. Individuals may receive a full refund if the program is cancelled by RecWell and Outdoor Emory. No refunds will be provided if a participant cancels less than 10 days prior to the trip departure date or for no-shows. No refunds will be given for deposits on break trips or other trips that allow for a deposit. Money paid toward the trip balance is not refundable after the date of the pre-trip meeting. Payment deadlines must be met or trip spot and all payments will be forfeited.
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Group Size |
Student Organizations and Campus Life |
Emory University Departments |
External Organizations |
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1-15 participants |
$55/hour |
$85/hour |
$170/hour |
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16-30 participants |
$95/hour |
$145/hour |
$290/hour |
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31-45 participants |
$125/hour |
$190/hour |
$380/hour |
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46-60 participants |
$145/hour |
$220/hour |
$440/hour |
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61+ participants |
Contact adventure@emory.edu for pricing |
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Whether you are looking to add fun into a meeting or meet specific goals, we now offer programming catered to you and your group’s needs. Strengthen your group’s sense of community through the use of icebreakers, games, and teambuilding activities.
Requests must be submitted at least 3 weeks in advance of your preferred event date. Please fill out the request form here with as much detail as possible to help us better understand your group's goals. We will contact you within 2 business days after receipt of the request form to discuss. Program confirmation is subject to staff availability.
Contact Outdoor Recreation staff at adventure@emory.edu for more information or to discuss how these programs can best serve your group.
Outdoor Equipment rentals are available for current Emory University students and members of the WPEC or SAAC. Equipment must be picked up and returned at the Emory Adventure Center during open hours of operation.
The Emory Adventure Center is located on the 2nd floor of the WPEC in racquetball court #5. Rental requests may be made up to 7 days in advance.
Outdoor Equipment Rental Request Form Here
Questions? Contact:
- adventure@emory.edu
- Kristin Sliger: 404-727-5070
| Item | 1-2 days | 3-4 days | 5-7 days | 8-10 days | limit per renter | replacement cost |
| Backpacking pack (65L + 10) | $5/$7 | $10/$14 | $25/$35 | $35/$49 | 2 | $250 |
| Bear Canister Food Storage (BV500) | $2/$3 | $4/6 | $10/$15 | $14/$21 | 2 | $100 |
| Water Storage Container - 7 Gallon Aquatainer | $2/$3 | $4/$6 | $10/$15 | $14/$21 | 2 | $30 |
| Bouldering Crash Pad | $5/$7 | $10/$14 | $25/$35 | $35/$49 | 2 | $160 |
| Climbing Helmet | $2/$3 | $4/$6 | $10/$15 | $14/$21 | 3 | $60 |
| Compass | $2/$3 | $4/$6 | $10/$15 | $14/$21 | 4 | $30 |
| Cooler (48qt or 70qt) | $2/$3 | $4/$6 | $10/$15 | $14/$21 | 2 | $50 |
| Hammock (double) | $2/$3 | $4/$6 | $10/$15 | $14/$21 | 2 | $55 |
| Headlamp | $3/$4 | $6/$8 | $15/$20 | $21/$28 | 4 | $50 |
| Inflatable Stand Up Paddle Board Package *includes SUP board, all-water fin and whitewater fin, PFD, paddle, leash, pump, and travel back pack | $16/$20 | $32/$40 | $80/$100 | 2 | SUP: $750, Fin: $20 Pump: $45 PFD: $75 Paddle: $120 Travel Pack: $160 Leash: $50 |
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| PFD (Personal Floatation Device/ Life Jacket) | $3/$4 | $6/$8 | $15/$20 | $21/$28 | 2 | $75 |
| Sleeping Bag (20 or 35 degree mummy bag) | $5/$7 | $10/$14 | $25/$35 | $35/$49 | 4 total sleepings bags (any degree/type) | $120 |
| Sleeping Pad (closed-cell foam) | $3/$4 | $6/$8 | $15/$20 | $21/$28 | 4 | $40 |
| Stove (2-Burner Car Camping) *Fuel Not Included | $4/$6 | $8/$12 | $20/$30 | $28/$42 | 2 | $160 |
| Stove - Backpacking (Pocket Rocket) *Fuel Not Included | $3/$4 | $6/$8 | $15/$20 | $21/$28 | 2 | $50 |
| Tent (2-Person Backpacking) | $6/$8 | $12/$16 | $30/$40 | $42/$56 | 2 total tents (any size) | $220 |
| Tent (4-Person Car Camping) | $8/$11 | $16/$22 | $40/$55 | $56/$77 | 2 total tents (any size) | $450 |
| Tent (4-Person Backpacking) | $8/$11 | $16/$22 | $40/$55 | $56/$77 | 2 total tents (any size) | $350 |
| Tent (6-Person Car Camping) | $10/$13 | $20/$26 | $50/$65 | $70/$91 | 2 total tents (any size) | $600 |
Late Fees: Renter will be charged the daily rate for each day the rental is past due in addition to $1 per day, per item, up to the original total replacement cost of the equipment rental.
Cleaning and Damage Fees: For equipment that needs cleaning or minor repairs, Renter will be charged $20 per hour plus cost of materials, up to the replacement cost of the equipment.
Replacement Costs: If equipment is lost or broken beyond repair, Renter agrees to be responsible for any damages to the equipment resulting from negligent or wrongful use or operation of the equipment and agrees to pay the replacement fee.
Replacement Costs: Tent stakes - $2 each, broken buckles - $1 each
Contact Us
26 Eagle Row. Atlanta, Georgia 30322 USA
404.727.6551 (WPEC Member Services Office)
404.712.2431 (SAAC Member Services Desk)