I am Adventuring. I am Lycoming.

Learning while doing is one of the most effective ways to gain and apply new knowledge and skills. At Lycoming College, students take advantage of many opportunities to grow professionally through intentionally-designed outdoor experiences in an adventure filled, fun environment. Through Lycoming’s Outdoor Leadership and Education, students learn and grow before classes even begin with the First Year Outdoor Experience, and continuing through all four years. Students can even become paid OLE instructors!

We Offer…

We offer students a variety of opportunities to engage in outdoor education at any skill level. Our trips and certification classes include:

  • Backpacking
  • Canoeing/Kayaking
  • Whitewater Rafting
  • Instructor Training
  • Leave No Trace Training
  • Navigation Skills
  • Bike Rentals
  • In-house Climbing Wall
  • Mountain Biking
  • Downhill Skiing & Snowboarding
  • Rock Climbing

How Can I Get Involved?

  • Participate in the First Year Outdoor Experience. Meet future classmates early and form new friendships while learning new skills and strategies for a successful first year of college.
  • Join OLE on a fun outdoor adventure. Throughout the academic year, OLE organizes weekend trips that are open to every student on campus, such as hiking, kayaking, camping, and more.
  • Become a trained OLE instructor. Prepare yourself to guide your peers on outdoor trips and with group development programming.
  • Attempt the climbing wall. Our indoor climbing wall is open to all students, 7 days per week, regardless of experience level. Follow different routes on our wall and then join a rock climbing trip to try test your skills in the wild.
  • Rent a bike. Our Bike & Ski Shop has bikes available to any student who wants to explore the local surroundings.

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Why Lycoming?

  • All OLE activities are designed to provide Lycoming students with experiences that will help to carry them through college and into the successful careers and graduate school.
  • The program is available to every student — even outdoor novices — regardless of academic major.
  • OLE provides all necessary equipment for adventures off campus.
  • Want to set off on your own adventure? OLE offers rental equipment for backpacking and camping.
  • A wide range of activities spans the entire academic calendar, so there is something for everyone!
  • OLE instructors provide adventure-filled experiences for everyone while properly managing risk.

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