Snow

"Skiing is a dance, and the mountain always leads."

-Author Unknown

Welcome Back Winter 

Take a peek at our winter sports inventory including cross country skis, snowshoes, figure and hockey skates, air sleds, and snowboards.  We will describe our upcoming trips for the spring semester and answer any questions you may have about the programs and services we offer. 

Date and Time:  Tuesday, Jan 24 from 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Registration Closed 

Day Ski and Snowboard

Join Outdoor Adventures as we travel to nearby ski hills for an evening of downhill fun. Both Wilmot and Chestnut Mountain are great for all levels of skiers and boarders to either learn the basics of the sport or improve your skills. A one-on-one 1 hour lesson is valued at $60. Outdoor Adventures trip leaders will provide hands-on instruction as well as transportation to and from. Participants will need to purchase a student discounted lift ticket ($25) at the hill.  Additionally, you may choose to bring your own equipment or rent new Burton snowboards from our Adventure Center if they arrive in time ($15) or onsite rentals at the slopes for either snowboard or ski package ($25).

Wilmot Mountain
Date(s) and Time(s): Friday, Feb 3 from 2:00-10:00 p.m.
Registration Closed

Chestnut Mountain
Date(s) and Time(s):  Friday, Feb 17 from 2:00 – 10:00 p.m.
Registration Closed

Cross Country Ski Workshop

Want to try cross-country skiing or need to brush up on your skills?  This is your chance to practice before you head out on the trail by receiving advice and training from our friendly staff. Included in the workshop is the use of equipment and hands-on instruction.

Date(s) and Time(s): Wednesday, February 15 from 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Registration Closed  

Day Cross Country Ski

Do you have the winter blues? There is no better way to experience the beauty of nature in winter than to glide through winding cross-country trails in our nearby state parks. Look forward to experiencing the peacefulness of winter in Illinois while you ski through the forest. Included in the registration fees are transportation, lunch, gear, and instruction.

Rock Cut State Park
Date(s) and Time(s):  Saturday, Feb 4 from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Registration Closed

Lowden Miller State Forest
Date(s) and Time(s):  Sunday, Feb 19 from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Registration Closed 

Evening Sledding

You are never too old to go sledding. Outdoor Adventures will supply the transportation, sleds, and hot beverages; all you need to do to join us is grab your friends and sign up. Russell Woods in Genoa is only a half hour drive from campus.

*****This event is POSTPONED until (or if) it snows.  The event will continue to be offered on Wednesday evenings leaving the Adventure Center at 5:00 p.m. Registration will still be available online and registrants will be contacted if we go.*****

Date(s) and Time(s):  Wednesday, Feb 22 from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Free Event!
Members Register Here
Non-members Register Here

Weekend Ski and Snowboard

This is your opportunity for a weekend getaway. Cascade Mountain is one of the Chicagoland’s favorite ski resorts with 34 runs and 10 lifts including a high-speed detachable quad; they can move a lot of skiers uphill quickly. The resort has four terrain parks with hits, jumps, rails, and two half pipes. Whether you are a beginner or expert, this weekend will give you your fair share the slopes.  Choices for up to 3 days, from Friday night until we leave Sunday afternoon, you can get as much as you want from the hill. Receive one-on-one instruction (compare to a 1 hour lesson valued at $60). At the end each day, go back to a warm cabin filled with new friends and laughter. Included in the registration fee are transportation in University vans, 3-day lift ticket, ski/snowboard instruction by experienced NIU Trip Leaders, 2-night lodging at a rental property on Lake Delton, and all meals (family style breakfast and dinner, and boxed lunch at the slopes).  Equipment rental is not included; you may choose to bring your own or rent new Burton snowboards if they arrive in time from the Adventure Center ($15) or ski or board package from Cascade ($34/day).

Date(s) and Time(s):  4:00 p.m. Friday, Feb 10 – 8:00 p.m. Sunday, Feb 12
Registration Closed