Student Information Packet
Dear Student,
welcome
I hope your summer is going well and you are enthused about next year in the Outdoor Adventure LLC! We are very excited about what the year will hold and having you as a part of it. Enclosed in this packet you will find the following sections of information; • Fall activity schedule • HP 1112 Syllabus and course information • Room assignments • Room floorplan and pictures • Tips and pointers page • Tentative move-in schedule • Local & National resources As you think about your outdoor equipment you want to bring to campus, keep in mind that the HHPR departmen will be able to provide you with most of the equipment you will need. It is not imperative that you buy new gear before the semester begins. However, we will not supply bicycles for our trip in October. You will need to have a bike for that trip or make arrangements to borrow or rent. As a member of the OA LLC, you may have an opportunity to purchase certain outdoor equipment and clothing at a discounted rate during the semester.
As you prepare for the fall semester, it is vitally important that you come with a full commitment to the OA LLC, ready to engage in community activities, educational clinics and weekend trips. Be ready to step out of your comfort zone and challenge yourself. You will see the benefits for years to come. We are looking forward to a great year of adventure!
Jeremy Yarbrough OA-LLC Coordinator
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August 25 Cameron Park Mountain Biking
August 31- Sept 2 Dinosaur Valley State Park* October 5-7 Enchanted Rock Climbing Trip
October 19 Fall Break (TBD) October 24 Backpacker Magazine Get Out More Tour
November 16-18 Colorado Bend State Natural Area HP1112 Requried Trip *
* required trip
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October 26-27 Great Brazos Relay
December TBD OA LLC Christmas Party
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TENTATIVE SPRING SCHEDULE Caving in Austin Paintball in Waco Paddling the Brazos Rock Climbing at Enchanted Rock Mountain Biking at Lake Waco Adventure Race at Cameron Park
For both the fall and spring semesters, we will have mandatory OA workshops with guest speakers on outdoor topics and skills.
mission statement To provide like-minded students an opportunity for personal growth, intellectual stimulation and leadership skills through outdoor adventure experiences.
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commitment
an agreement or pledge to do something in the future
Your decision to join or return to the OA LLC comes with responsibilities as outlined in the OA covenant. I would like to expound on this commitment so everyone has the same understanding and the cost of failure to meet these requirements. The bulleted points below are a recap of the covenant you agreed to. • Remain in good academic standing within your program or major • Attend the OA LLC class for the Fall and Spring • Attend the monthly workshops/clinics • Meet the trip requirements each semester • Live in the North Village • Commit the time and energy needed to make the OA-LLC a successful experience It is important to remember that should you not meet the requirements above, your space in the OA LLC could be in jeopardy. You would have to move out of the North Village to other on-campus housing and would no longer be able to take trips with the OA. There is never a shortage of things to do at Baylor so as you begin the Fall semester, for some of you your first, remember that there still are only 24 hours in the day. Between your class time, studying, working, sleeping, playing and the OA LLC your schedule may already be getting full. As you consider getting involved with groups and organizations on campus keep in mind that the OA LLC takes a monthly weekend trip. It is vitally important to plan ahead. Required Trips The major time commitment of the OA LLC is the weekend trips. Each semester you will be required to attend 2-3 specific trips, the only exception being a significant academic conflict. An academic conflict in one that puts a scholarship or class grade in danger. For example, a choir concert or honors retreat. These trips are an essential way to deepen relationships within the OA. Without each member of the community present, the OA trips will not be complete. Fall required trips: Aug 31st-Sept 2 Nov 16th-18th
Dinosaur Valley Camping Colorado Bend State Natural Area Backpacking
Tentative Spring required trips: Austin rock climbing Adventure Race Paddling the Brazos
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room assignments & layouts North Village Staff: Joe Oliver -Resident Hall Director Elizabeth Leslie -Texana Graduate Director Cody Miller -University Graduate Director Chad & Heather Mustain -Resident Chaplains Faculty in Residence Dr. Jules Sweets Professor Steven Pounders
texana house
room
l i vi n g / d i n i n g
l i vi n g / d i n i n g / e n t r y
first name
last name
classification
phone
baines rooms 2401-A 2401-B 2401-C 2401-D
Valerie Erin Ellen Meghan
Briell Thomas Heffner St. Cyr
Freshman 830-481-0311 Freshman 719-661-3567 Freshman 210-542-2515 Freshman 225-747-8910
2402-A 2402-B 2402-C 2402-D
Cayla Becca Kelly Tara
Weber Parker McClain Brynell
Sophomore 936-577-4224 Junior 979-285-4646 Sophomore 972-754-5927 Sophomore 817-709-6699
crane room 2404-A 2404-B 2404-Ca 2404-Cb 2404-Da 2404-Db
Amanda Sarah Devan Kenal Kimberly Emily
Lindsey Arreola Mayer Kulley Walbek Meese
Freshman 719-661-3567 Freshman 915-204-0014 Freshman 409-466-9287 Junior 512-586-9449 Freshman 720-219-8665 Freshman 515-441-0343
Hall CL
Hannah
Baley
Junior 281-705-7543
ki t ch en
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university house
room
first name
last name
classification
baines rooms 1201-A 1201-B 1201-C 1201-D
Jimmy John Ross Nick
Britven Handley Sinicropi Shirley
Junior 713-882-2605 Sophomore 936-465-8483 Sophomore 281-961-2804 Junior 425-281-4133
1202-A 1202-B 1202-C 1202-D
David Nick Mark Andres
Botham Price Nelson Soriano-Estrada
Freshman 817-789-5615 Sophomore 214-707-4257 Sophomore 719-440-4427 Sophomore 903-375-2876
crane room 1203-A 1203-B 1203-Ca 1203-Cb 1203-Da
Stephan Andrew Sean Nicolas Evan
Fisher Fink Browning Olivares Johnson
Freshman 719-641-0439 Freshman 714-478-5577 Freshman 214-455-0990 Freshman 361-660-8919 Freshman 254-631-9376
crane
baines
b e d ro om / d e s k / c l os e t
b ed room
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phone
OA LLC move-in schedule wednesday & thursday . august 15-16, 2011
time
student
parent
WEDNESDAY
8-10am
move-in
move-in
10am-12pm
unpack and get settled
unpack and get settled
lunch is on your own
lunch is on your own
12-1pm
on campus: Student Union Building Food Court and Chili’s Too off campus: Take 5th Street exit off of I-35 for fast food options (Sonic, Fazoli’s, Taco Bell, McDonald’s, McAllister’s, Taco Cabana, Whataburger, Wendi’s, etc)
1-3pm continue room set-up
3:30-8:30pm
continue room set-up parents can say goodbye at this time or the following day
activities and dinner
dinner and evening on your own
- get-to-know-you activies - more details to come
nearby restaurants: Ninfa’s, Buzzard Billy’s, Cheddar’s, Texas Roadhouse
THURSDAY 7:30-11am
assist with campus move in
12-1:30pm
OA LLC lunch
2:00-6pm
clean-up, rest, continue room set-up, etc.
spend time with your student
president’s picnic burleson quadrangle
president’s picnic
6pm
8pm
morning on your own
burleson quadrangle
small group roundup founders mall
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Purpose
To encourage your involvement with the OA LLC as well as with Campus Recreation OA and local recreation areas. Get Out & Gear Up will allow you to gain experiences in the outdoors that will lead you towards making outdoor living a lifestyle.
Prize
Score some outdoor gear, like backpacks, stoves, tent, apparel, or other items to equip you for further adventures!
How It Works
By participating in the activities below, you will accumulate points during your semester in the OA LLC. As you GET OUT, you will log in your points. And the ones with the most points will GEAR UP with great product!
Outdoor Adventure LLC Weekend Trip: Overnight Trip: Day Trip: Clinics/Workshops:
Geocaching
Found New cache
40 pts 30 pts 20 pts 10 pts
2 pts 4 pts
Definitions
OA Campus Recreation Weekend Trip: Overnight Trip: Day Trip: Clinic:
Personal Trips
Weekend Trip Overnight Trip Day Trip
20 pts 15 pts 10 pts 5 pts
35 pts 25 pts 15 pts
weekend trip - spending at least two nights outside in a tent, tarp, or sleeping out. A cabin or RV does not count. overnight trip - one night in length. day trip - 4 consecutive hours in length and would qualify in one or more of the following areas: biking, hiking, rock climbing/bouldering, paddling. a found geocache - one that is found from official caches listed on www.geocaching.com. You must document with a picture and post your find on the website as well. You may not use caches found from the previous year. new cache - one you create and list the coordinates and description with www.geocaching.com. New caches must follow the guidelines listed on http://www.geocaching.com/about/guidelines.aspx. Campus Recreation and personal trips - must be documented with pictures and an OA LLC trip log which must be submitted within 3 days of returning to campus. Tiebreakers:
• Student with the most OA LLC Points • Student with the most Campus Rec Points • Student with the most Personal Points • Student with the most found geocaches • Student with the most new geocaches
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BACKPACKING AND CAMPING Fall Course: HP 1112 Instructor: Jeremy Yarbrough Office: Russell Gym Phone: 254-710-4016 Cell: 254-366-9925 E-mail: jeremy_yarbrough@baylor.edu
abbreviated syllabus
Class location: North Village Classroom 4126 Class time: Tuesday, 3:30-5:30pm COURSE DESCRIPTION This course is designed to teach the value of wilderness experience and base level knowledge and skills necessary for enjoyable and safe wilderness trips. Topics receiving emphasis include: safety, ecology, clothing, equipment, food preparation, emergency care, survival, and navigation. COURSE OBJECTIVES • Demonstrate the ability to plan and pack for a backpacking trip. • Exhibit an understanding of proper use and care of equipment –practically during the trip and cognitively during the exams. • Demonstrate knowledge basic of backcountry skills (orienteering/ GPS, survival strategies, campsite selection, knowledge of various environmental hazards, etc.). • Demonstrate knowledge of basic first aid. TEXT Curtis, Rick (2005, updated). The Backpacker’s Field Manual. New York: Three Rivers Press ATTENDANCE/PARTICIPATION • University Policy States- One must attend 75% of the classes during the semester in order to receive credit for the course. This starts the first day the class is held, regardless of whether or not you were registered for the class. 5 ABSENCES = F. An excused absence only allows you to make up any work missed; it still counts as an absence. • Attitude/Participation: A poor attitude/lack of participation will result in a reduction in your attendance/ participation grade. • Each student must participate in the weekend backpacking trip, scheduled for TOPICS COVERED • Clothing and Equipment • Leave No Trace • Stoves and Water Purification • Shelters • Backcountry Cooking • Trip Planning • Navigation • Knots • Survival • Wilderness First Aid
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OA Q&A
questions you may have about the OA LLC...
Q: What if I don’t have experience in the trip activity? A: There is no experience necessary for any of the OA trips. One of the goals of the OA is to teach skills and assist students to try new activities. Though there will be a variety of skill level among students in the OA, everyone will be challenged in some way. Don’t be afraid to step out and try something new. Q: What happens when there is unexpected weather before a trip? A: We will always try to come up with an alternative activity, but it may not be what you were expecting. It is important to be flexible and keep a positive attitude. Q: What gear do I need to have for the OA trips? A: The only gear required is personal clothes and toiletries. HHPR will provide your backpack, sleeping bag and pad, tent, rain gear, stoves, cookwear and utensils. However, you are certainly welcome to use any of your own personal gear. A few bikes are available for rent through campus recreation. Q: How much money will be needed for OA trips? A: For most trips we will stop for 2 fast food meals and possibly snacks as we travel. You can assume that $20-25 will be enough, unless your own appetite requires more. Q: I’m considering being involved in additional organizations. What is my monthy time commitment in the OA? A: The HP class is 2 hours a week which also requires out-of-class prep and work. There is one required OA workshop each month, lasting 1-2 hours in the evening. The weekend trips may extend as long as 2 nights (Friday-Sunday). Typically there is one trip a month, some required and others optional. See schedule. Therefore, when considering other organizations, rushing, or work, make sure that the OA schedule does not conflict with those expectations. Be sure to not overschedule your semesters. Q: How can I best resolve roommate issues? A: Show each other respect. Talk out your conflicts in person (not using social media). Seek out the advice of your CL, your hall director, myself, or Brandi. Q: What activities are provided on campus or in the Waco area? A: We strongly encourage you to participate in climbing and bouldering at The Rock, sailing/canoeing/kayaking at the Baylor marina, slacklining, hiking, biking, and disc golf in Cameron Park. Slacklining kits and disc golf gear can be checked out from my office. Waco’s Cameron Park extends over 400 acres and has some of the best mountain bike trails in Texas. The Park recently hosted the XTERRA (Off-road Triathlon) South Central Championships. We also hope you take advantage of central Texas’ lakes, rivers, and state parks.
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map & directions
to help you navigate your way around this first week...
Cameron Park directions to Cameron Park from campus: • turn left onto University Parks Blvd towards I-35 • stay on University Parks Blvd for 2 miles, it will turn into Cameron Park Drive • just under the Herring Street bridge, turn right into the Pecan Bottoms parking lot (parking lot is under the bridge)
Colorado Outdoor Adventure Line Camp
Lost Creek Wilderness
Bison Peak: 12,479 ft
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local outdoor gear shops
bike sales, service, and rentals 4425 W Waco Dr Waco, TX 76710 254-772-GEAR
outdoor gear and apparel 4707 W Waco Dr Waco, TX 76710 254-772-4327
Monday- Friday: 10-6pm Saturday: 10-5pm Sunday: Closed
Monday- Friday: 10-6pm Saturday: 10-5pm Sunday: Closed From Baylor: Head South on IH-35 towards Austin. Exit valley Mills and go right. Turn Left on Waco Drive. We are on the right just after New Road.
From Baylor: Head South on IH-35 towards Austin. Exit Valley Mills and go right. Turn Left on Waco Drive. We are on the right just after Towne Oaks Drive.
bike sales, service, and rentals 215 S. Universtiy Parks Dr. Waco, TX 76706 (Corner of South University Parks and Franklin)
(254) 300-4448 http://outdoorwaco.com Mon - Sat: 7am - 9pm Sunday: 12-6pm From Baylor: Head West on Univ Parks towards I-35. Drive just under a mile and take make a U turn at Franklin and turn right into the parking lot.
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• • • • • • •
The Bear Mountain - http://www.thebearmountain.com Bicycles Outback - http://www.bicyclesoutback.net Outdoor Waco - http://www.outdoorwaco.com Waco Bicycle Club - http://wacobicycleclub.com/ Cameron Park - http://www.waco-texas.com/cms-parksandrecreation/page.aspx?id=47 Central Texas Flyrodders - http://www.centraltexasflyrodders.org/ Texas Cave Conservancy - http://www.texascaves.org/
Professional Development and Training: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
American Camping Association - http://www.acacamps.org/ American Canoeing Association - http://www.acanet.org/ American Mountain Guides Association - http://www.amga.com/ Association for Challenge Course Technology - http://www.acctinfo.org/ Association for Experiential Education - http://www.aee.org/ Association for Outdoor and Recreation Education - http://www.aore.org/ Christian Adventure Association - http://www.caainfo.org/ Christian Camp and Conference Association - http://www.ccca.org/ Leave No Trace: Center for Outdoor Ethics - http://www.lnt.org/ National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification - http://www.nctrc.org/ National Outdoor Leadership School - http://www.nols.edu/ National Recreation and Parks Association - http://www.nrpa.org/ National Speleological Society - http://www.caves.org/ Outward Bound - http://www.outwardbound.com/ Solid Rock Climbers for Christ - http://www.srcfc.org/ Wilderness Education Association - http://www.weainfo.org/ Wilderness Medical Associates - http://www.wildmed.com/ Wilderness Medicine Institute - http://www.nols.edu/wmi/ SOLO - http://www.soloschools.com/
resources & links
Central Texas
Gear: • • • • • •
Chaco – http://www.chacousa.com Gregory - http://www.gregorypacks.com/ Marmot - http://marmot.com/ Patagonia- http://www.patagonia.com REI - www.rei.com Sierra Trading Post – www.sierratradingpost.com
Trip Planning and Other Resources: • • • • • •
Backpacker Magazine - www.backpacker.com National Park Service - http://www.nps.gov/index.htm Texas Parks and Wildlife - http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/ TopoZone - http://www.topozone.com/ Trails.com – www.trails.com USDA Forest Service - http://www.fs.fed.us/
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1 Bear Place #97313 Waco, TX 76798 254-710-4016 jeremy_yarbrough@baylor.edu www.baylor.edu/oallc