Hiking Lion’s Den Gorge

Finding local hikes is what we do best! Join Outdoor Pursuits as we venture to Lion’s Den Gorge right on Lake Michigan north of Milwaukee. This is Milwaukee’s most famous hike! All levels of hiking experience are encouraged to join! Transportation is included. Registration closes 1 day before the trip.

Backpacking Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore

Friday September 26, 7am departure to Sunday September 28, 7pm return to campus. Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore offers a captivating adventure along the pristine shoreline of Lake Superior, where we’ll traverse a scenic trail that winds through forests, sandstone cliffs, …

Bike & Camp the Elroy-Sparta Trail

Saturday October 25, 10am departure to Sunday October 26, 7pm return to campus. Join Outdoor Pursuits as we explore the Elroy Sparta State Trail by bike. The gravel trail is well known for its long, out of service train tunnels …

Bike & Coffee Tour

Join us on a bike ride to the Stone Creek Coffee Factory downtown, a 5mi (8km) bike ride from campus. See where the magic happens! On the one hour tour you’ll be able to taste what they’re all about and …

Canoe Camping the Kickapoo River

The Kickapoo River is known as one of the most winding rivers in the US. We’re canoeing a section of the river, stopping at campsites along the way, and admiring the Fall colors! This trip is perfect for any first-time …

Canoeing Downtown Milwaukee

Experience the joy of canoeing on the Milwaukee River with Outdoor Pursuits, perfect for beginners. We’ll provide everything you need – transportation, canoes, and friendly guidance – to make your first canoeing adventure in downtown Milwaukee memorable and fun. No …

Caving Ledge View Nature Center

The 2-3 hour Adventure Caving Tour includes Carolyn’s Caverns and Mothers Cave, with lots of crawling and exploring. Learn how caves are formed, some geological history of this area and about animals that use the caves. Challenge yourself to try …

Farmers Market Bike Ride

Have you explored Milwaukee’s Farmers Markets yet? Join Outdoor Pursuits as we bike as a group to the Shorewood Farmers Market. The bike ride follows the Oak Leaf Trail 2 miles (3.2km) to Estabrook Park. Previous biking experience is required. …

Intro to Stained Glass Session 3

In this workshop, you will learn how to score, cut, foil, solder, and assemble your own stained- glass motif. Class participants will choose their own colors for a sunrise pattern which they will be able to then assemble to make …

Crochet Hats

Beginner crocheters – learn to crochet a warm and colorful winter hat! It’s easier than you think. You’ll learn a hat pattern that can be adapted to any size yarn and hook, and you’ll walk away with solid crochet skills.