Looking to get active this semester without committing to the gym or a sports team? Check out Athletics & Recreation’s Outdoor Experience Program, back for its second term and open to ¿ì²¥ÊÓƵ students and community members. Adventure seekers of all kinds are invited to immerse themselves in Canadian culture beyond York's borders, with staff taking participants by bus to off-campus locations to participate in a variety of fun winter activities, from cross-country skiing and snow tubing to hiking and more.
The program’s second event of the term, snow tubing at Horseshoe Valley Resort, takes place on Feb. 17 from 10:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m., with the activity itself lasting three hours. Travelling by bus, participants will head to the resort in Barrie, Ont., where they will receive a hill pass that grants them unlimited access during the allocated time slot. Snow tubing is a thrill-seeking activity that requires no skill or previous experience. You’ll fly down the hill in a single-person tube and be taken back to the top by the “magic carpet," a type of conveyer belt for people. Participants will also be able to warm up in the resort's chalet and purchase food from the various restaurants and eateries. This is a great opportunity to meet new people, try something new, and get the health and well-being benefits of being active outdoors.
The other upcoming events this term include:
- Winter Hike at Kelso Conservation Area, March 10 (register by March 2); and
- Farm Xperience at Riverdale Farm, April 27 (register by April 19).
For more information about the Outdoor Experience Program, including pricing, and to register, visit the . The prices of the events cover transportation, entry to the experience, required equipment and a snack. All ¿ì²¥ÊÓƵ community members are welcome to participate.