UMD Sports and Health Center
Duluth, MN 55812 United States 218-726-7128
Dec 2021
One event on Dec 14, 2021 at 11:00 am
One event on Jan 18, 2022 at 11:00 am
One event on Dec 10, 2021 at 12:00 pm
One event on Dec 17, 2021 at 12:00 pm
One event on Jan 21, 2022 at 12:00 pm
Kite Introduction Sessions
One event on Dec 14, 2021 at 11:00 am
One event on Jan 18, 2022 at 11:00 am
One event on Dec 10, 2021 at 12:00 pm
One event on Dec 17, 2021 at 12:00 pm
One event on Jan 21, 2022 at 12:00 pm
Learn to be a safe and efficient kite pilot with Professional Air Sport Association snow-kite instructor Randy Carlson and staff. Get familiar with equipment design, safety concepts, harness use, kite launching, how to fly precision patterns and de-powering the kite for landing and proper storage.
Find out more »Jan 2022
Snowshoe Under the Nearly Full Moon
Snowshoe under a nearly full moon at Hawk Ridge with wilderness guides from the University of Minnesota Duluth. Participants will watch the moon rise over Lake Superior, hike through the woods and enjoy hot chocolate. Snowshoes, cocoa and transportation will be provided. Bring your own warm clothing, mug and snacks if desired. The cost is $4 for UMD student members and $10 for others. Register by noon Jan. 19 at umdrsop.org. Meet at the benches outside the Rental Center, 154…
Find out more »Fat Biking at Lester Park
Join the experts as they guide you down Lester River trails on a fat bike. Bicycles, helmets and transportation will be provided by the University of Minnesota Duluth Recreational Sports Outdoor Program. Basic bike skills are required. Participants must bring water and proper clothing for the weather. The cost is $7 for UMD student members and $20 for others. Register before 4 p.m. Jan. 21 at umdrsop.org. Meet at the benches outside the Rental Center, 154 SpHC.
Find out more »Snowshoe Gooseberry
Spend a winter afternoon exploring Gooseberry Falls State Park. Register by 4 p.m. Jan. 28. Snowshoes and transportation will be provided. Bring your own water, snacks and clothing appropriate for the weather. Meet at the benches outside the UMD Rental Center, 154 SpHC.
Find out more »Feb 2022
Constellation Snowshoe in Hartley Park
Enjoy a two-hour night hike in Hartley Park guided by UMD wilderness experts. Sip hot chocolate under the stars and learn about constellations. Register by noon Feb. 1. Snowshoes and transportation will be provided. Bring your own snacks, a mug and clothing appropriate for the weather. Meet at the benches outside the Rental Center, 154 SpHC.
Find out more »Fleece Hat and Gaiter Making
Learn to sew a handmade hat or neck gaiter from fleece. No experience required. Register by noon on Feb. 2. Supplies will be provided. Participants must wear masks. Meet at the Sports and Health Center, Room 191. Cost: $3 UMD Student Members/$7 Others
Find out more »Tour of the International Wolf Center
Join wilderness experts at the International Wolf Center in Ely. Learn about the animals, then explore the surrounding terrain for signs of wolves. Register by noon on Feb. 3. Transportation and snowshoes will be provided. Bring your own bagged lunch, clothing appropriate for the weather, and $14 entry fee for the wolf center. Meet at the tennis courts outside the Sports and Health Center. This is an all-day trip.
Find out more »Fat Biking Basics: Hartley Park Ride
Fat biking beginners can learn the basics during this outing. Instructors will teach basic skills, then get on the trails in Hartley Park to enjoy the easier loops for two hours. Register by 4 p.m. on Feb. 4. Bikes, helmets and transportation will be provided. Bring your own water and clothing appropriate for the weather. Meet at the benches outside the Rental Center, 154 SpHC.
Find out more »Swants: Sweater Pant Crafting
Learn a new sewing technique to turn an old sweater into “sweater pants.” No prior sewing experience required. Supplies and instruction will be provided, but bring your own sweater to turn into pants. Register by noon on Feb. 9. Meet at the UMD Sports and Health Center, Room 191.
Find out more »Full Moon Hike or Snowshoe on Park Point
Wilderness guides will lead a trek under the full moon, either a hike or snowshoeing, depending on conditions. Travel along the dunes and forest on Park Point. Transportation, snowshoes and hot chocolate will be provided. Bring your own snacks, a mug and clothing appropriate for the weather. Register by noon on Feb. 16. Meet on the benches outside the Rental Center, 154 SpHC.
Find out more »Wrapped Wire Jewelry
Work with wire and Lake Superior stones to make your own jewelry. No prior knowledge needed. Bring a special stone to use in your design if you have one. Tools, wire and beads will be provided. Bring your own beads, stones and tools if you have them. Meet at the Sports and Health Center, Room 9. Register by 4 p.m. on Feb. 16.
Find out more »North Shore Stream Ski
Join wilderness guides to ski up and down a frozen North Shore stream during this five-hour trek. Skis and transportation are provided. Bring your own water, snacks and clothing appropriate for the weather. Register by noon on Feb. 18. Meet at the benches outside the UMD Rental Center, 154 SpHC.
Find out more »How to Crochet a “Granny Square”
Learn how to make a “granny square,” one of the basic patterns of crocheting. Equipment is provided, but bring your own if desired. Meet at Sports and Health Center, Room 191. Register by noon on Feb. 23.
Find out more »Feb 2024
Learn to Sea Kayak in the Pool
Learn strokes, draws, braces, rescues, making friends and playing skill-development games in the warmth of UMD's pool. Two three-week, Tuesday-night sessions are available: February 13, 20, 27 March 12, 19, 26 Register by 4 p.m. on the first day of the chosen series. All equipment provided sans swimsuit and towel. Meet at the UMD Pool, SpHC 20.
Find out more »Sport Lead Climbing Clinic
Take your indoor climbing to a new level with lead climbing. Learn how to climb from the ground up, trailing a rope and clipping pre-placed bolts as you go. Practice techniques for tying in, clipping quickdraws, falling safely and belaying a lead climber. Climbing equipment and gear will be provided — you provide personal harness, shoes, and belay device if available. Register at https://umdrsop.d.umn.edu/ by noon the day of the event and make sure you're checked off to belay at…
Find out more »Sea Kayak Pool Practice Session
Ideal for folks who already have a little experience in a kayak, since there is no structured lesson, but beginners are welcome. A mentor will be present to answer questions. Everyone will be required to demonstrate their wet exit (or go through the learning progression in this skill with the mentor). Registration required by 4 p.m. Equipment provided. Meet at UMD Pool, SpHC 20.
Find out more »Bulldog Skate
The University of Minnesota Duluth Figure Skating Club will give ice skating lessons during its Bulldog Skate event. All abilities are welcome. A 30 minute group lesson focusing on foundational skating skills will be followed by 45 minutes of open ice time. Participants need to bring skates, helmet, indoor ice rink clothing. A limited number of child sized skates are available for rent. Make reservations with the Rental Center by Friday before the event (218-726-6134) Meet at the UMD Sports…
Find out more »Leap Year Dyno Competition
RSOP is hosting the Leap Year Dyno Climbing Competition. Follow along with there route setters and climbing staff to climb your way to some fun, dynamically challenging routes. Register online at umdrsop.d.umn.edu or at the event on the day of.
Find out more »Mar 2024
Multi-Pitch Climbing Clinic
The Multi-Pitch Climbing clinic is for learning skills and techniques of climbing more than "one pitch of a climb with a partner." Climbers can practice how to set up an anchor mid-route, pull the rope up, and reset for another full-length climb. Then, they can try their hand at rappelling back to the ground. Prerequisite: Checked off to belay at UMD's climbing walls Climbers must register by noon the day of the event and meet at the University of Minnesota-Duluth…
Find out more »Apr 2024
Trad Climbing Clinic Series
Apply the skills you have learned in other UMD RSPO clinics to ground up traditional ascents of some beautiful North Shore climbs with the Trad Climbing Clinic Series. Session one will be dedicated to learning the basics of setting up a traditional lead climb and session two will be spent mock leading at the location of the day.
Find out more »Gym to Crag: Top Rope Anchors Series
UMD's Sport and Rec center is hosting Gym to Crag: Top Rope Anchors. This series features four different sections about anchoring and outdoor rock climbing for newcomers or experiences climbers who are looking to work on their skills. For the series full schedule and register, visit umdrsop.d.umn.edu Cost is $5 for UMD Student and $15 for others for each section, not the series as a whole.
Find out more »Slackline Clinic
RSOP is hosting a slackline clinic to challenge your balance, build core strength and have fun. Instructors will be on hand to teach the basics of beginning slacklining. Non-Rec Center members must purchase a climbing day or semester pass — all UMD students are free. Register online at umdrsop.d.umn.edu or at the door.
Find out more »Oct 2024
UMD Kidsrock Fall Festival
Children ages 5-12 years can enjoy fall-themed games, crafts and activities with the UMD KIDSROCK camp staff. The Bagley Classroom building and various other spaces on campus will be utilized. Tickets here.
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