Climbing Wall is set to Reopen
09/21/20
Click the image below to view all the new details!
Virtual Intro to Stand Up Paddleboard Trip Planning
Click the video and use all the resources you need to plan your own stand-up paddle board trip.
Adventure Rec Bingo
Adventure Rec developed an outdoor incentive program that rewards you for simply having your own outdoor adventures.
Download a copy of your YSU Adventure Rec BINGO card on the Campus Rec Website, Campus Rec social media, or a physical copy at the climbing wall. Complete a diagonal, horizontal, or vertical line on the bingo card.
You can also complete the 4 corners or a postage stamp (4 spaces in 1 corner). You must take picture or video from each challenge post all pictures and videos to Instagram tagging us at @ysucampusrec and use #adventurerecbingo.
Come into the Admin Office of the rec center to claim your prize pack consisting of an Adventure Rec shoulder pack, a water bottle, sticker, and a BOGO for the next kayak trip or clinic valid until Dec ’21.
Questions? Contact R.J. Markowitz at ramarkowitz@ysu.edu
Adventure Recreation
At Home with RJ
This is a hopefully not too failed attempt at spicing up your ramen and learning how to use a backpacking stove. You can find the stove I was using here: Backpacking Stove
Adventure Photo with Matt
NEED TO GET OUTSIDE?
Need to get outside but not sure where to go? Check out the list of some great out recreation spots to take advantage of so you don't go stir crazy!
Please research and prepare thoroughly, as well as, seek proper training before planning your own outdoor trip.
| Cycling | ||
| Name | Location | Description |
| Mill Creek Park | Youngstown, OH | Multiple bike/hike trails and biker friendly roads |
| Western Reserve Greenway | Trumbull County | 16.7 mile bike trail that connects to a 100 mile long bike trail |
| Little Beaver Creek Trail | Lisbon, OH | 12.5 mile bike trail that connects to a greater 100 mile bike way |
| Stavich Bike Trail | Lowellville, OH | 12 mile bike trail |
| Ohio and Erie Canal Tow Path | Canton to Cleveland, OH | 87 miles of trails |
| Sandy Creek Trail | Franklin, PA | 12 mile bike trail |
| Hiking | ||
| Name | Location | Description |
| Mill Creek Park | Youngstown, OH | 9.75 miles of hiking trails |
| McConnell's Mills State Park | Portersville, PA | 11.2 miles of hiking trails |
| Moraine State Park | Portersville, PA | 29.2 miles of hiking trails |
| Poland Municipal Forest | Poland, OH | Multiple miles of hiking |
| Cuyahoga Valley National Park | Cuyahoga and Summit County | Miles and Miles of trails |
| Kayaking | ||
| Name | Location | Description |
| Mill Creek Park | Youngstown, OH | 2 Lakes, Rentals, Docks |
| Mosquito | Trumbull County, OH | Beach, Multiple Docks, No Rentals |
| Berlin | Berlin Center, OH | Multiple Put in spots |
| Mahoning | Mahoning and Trumbull | River, Rentals, Be cautious of dams |
| Shenango Reservoir | Greenville, PA | Calm lake, multiple put in sites |
| Shenango River | Jamestown, PA | River, Rentals, Be cautious of dams |
| Climbing | ||
| Name | Location | Description |
| Logtown | Lisbon, OH | Trad and bolted routes |
| Mill Creek Park | Youngstown, OH | Bouldering |
| Whipps Ledges | Hinkley, OH | Bouldering / Top Rope |
| McConnell’s Mills | Portersville, PA | Top Rope |
Enjoy kayaking or the crisp air of Gatlinburg, Tennessee? Adventure Recreation offers a wide variety of trips and events throughout the academic year!
The ARRC is a centralized location to plan your next outdoor adventure. Chat with our experienced staff about popular locations in our area, services and even rent out equipment for your trip!
Discover how you can create a customized program to ensure that your team, group, class, or organization is performing at it's peak with Adventure Rec's Adventure Retreat and Teambuilding Programs.
Did you know that our facility(Andrews Student Recreation & Wellness Center) is home to one of the tallest rock walls in the state of Ohio standing at 53ft.! Adventure Recreation offers a mix of programs that include eight climbing routes and a 46 feet rappelling platform. One-third of the lower wall is designed for bouldering opportunities as well!