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PLU Outdoor Recreation

Spring Break 2009

Spring Break 2009: Southern Utah

...and you thought last year was Epic.     





Delicate Arch - By Eric Brauser

Trip Itinerary

Saturday, March 21

  • Scenic drive to Salt Lake City in the company of fellow adventurers and gorgeous guides.
Sunday, March 22
  • Drive into Zion National Park.
  • 2-3 short, scenic jaunts through the desert.
  • Set up camp, relax, eat dinner.
Monday, March 23
  • Hike Angel's Landing for a rewarding breath-taking view.
  • Later in the day enjoy easier hikes, bouldering, and relaxing at camp.
Tuesday, March 24
  • Wake up to some tasty breakfast, pack up camp, and start the scenic drive to Moab.
  • A couple hours into the drive stop at Bryce Canyon for a quick adventure + some lunch.
  • Jump back in the vans and continue up to Moab/Arches National Park.
Wednesday, March 25
  • Crawl out of your tent Wednesday morning to a sun-filled day of biking, bouldering, hiking, slack-lining, and relaxing in Moab.
  • The second half of the day will be dedicated to the hike up to Delicate Arch where the sunset is to die for.
Thursday, March 26
  • Navigate the Fiery Furnace with your mad canyoning skills and sweet teamwork.
Friday, March 27
  • Wake up early and jump in the vans for a nice little drive up to City of the Rocks, ID where you'll enjoy setting up camp, exploring the area, and doing a little bouldering.
Saturday, March 28
  • Boulder, hike, and explore City of the Rocks all morning and into the afternoon.
  • Drive up to Umatilla and set up camp
Sunday, March 29
  • Make the drive from Umatilla to PLU, arriving late afternoon to early evening.
  • Share your amazing stories and photography with jealous friends at dinner.


Details
  • March 21-29
  • $300 - cost covers transportation, food, gear, adventure, and four kick-butt guides.
  • All skill-levels welcome.
  • Applications available here.
  • Please return all completed applications to the ASPLU office or by email no later than March 11, 2009.
Contact:
email: Outdoor@plu.edu
phone: 253.536.5087