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UAF Outdoor Adventures (Nanook Recreation)

The University of Alaska Fairbanks outdoor program — staff- and student-led trips across Alaska year-round (backpacking, paddling, rock and ice climbing, XC and dog mushing), an indoor climbing wall, drop-in ski lessons, and cheap gear rentals.

Climbing⚠ Needs verification

UAF Indoor Climbing Wall

UAF Outdoor Adventures (Nanook Recreation)

Open climbing-wall hours at the SRC during the school year

UAF Student Recreation Center, Fairbanks

Beginner-friendlyCost varies
Hiking⚠ Needs verification

Outdoor Adventures Trips

UAF Outdoor Adventures (Nanook Recreation)

Guided day hikes, backpacks & paddles year-round · see trip calendar

UAF SRC (trips across Alaska)

Beginner-friendlyPaid
Nordic⚠ Needs verification

Drop-In XC Ski Lessons

UAF Outdoor Adventures (Nanook Recreation)

Drop-in cross-country ski lessons (Mon/Tue/Wed/Fri) in winter

UAF Student Recreation Center, Fairbanks

Beginner-friendlyPaidWinter

Inexpensive for UAF students; includes a ski package rental if needed.