J. Wayne Reitz Union
Educating Leaders for a Global Community
Come TRiP With Us!
The Travel and Recreation Program is a volunteer, student run organization that
is part of the Center for Student Activites and
Involvement and the Reitz Union. Our mission is to plan and lead adventure
and leisure based trips for affiliates of the University of Florida and the community
of Gainesville. We hope to share our enthusiasm for the outdoors while promoting
knowledge of the region, skill in the activity, group interaction and personal growth.
Whether you are an individual, a group, experienced or just beginning, we have a TRiP designed for you. Throughout each semester we have 20-30 planned trips that are typically within the southeast but extends across the country and around the world, that range from a half day to three days in duration. We hope that you will come TRiP with us!
Upcoming Trips
West Virginia Ski Extravaganza
Dec. 27th - Jan. 1th
Wanna get away? Well now you can! With TRiP's unbeatable deal on an 6 day ski vacation to West Virginia, you can have the experience of a lifetime with all your best of friends. Come along for a week of fun skiing at two different alpine resorts and one day of cross country, and be back in Gainesville just in time for the spring semester!
Ski Winter Park Spring Break
Mar. 6th - 13th
Come spend spring break with TRiP! Ski the country's most frequented resort for an extremely low price. Meet new friends and learn the joys of cross country skiing after which you can warm up to the hearth of a fire. REGISTRATIONS ENDS: Tuesday, November 24th.
Announcements
Custom TRiPs
You or your organization can to plan a custom TRiP for the next semester to almost any of our current locations just for your organization. If you are interested check in more information Click Here . Then fill out the the official request Form .
Ski TRiPs
Want to go Skiing or Snowboarding this winter season? This winter, TRiP has two amazing trips lined up. Over winter break we will be going to West Virginia and during spring break to Winter Park, Colorado for some world class slopes. Sign up now, spots may run out. Check out TRiP's schedule page for more information!
Activities
Our activities include: backpacking, canoeing, kayaking, rock climbing, mountain biking, whitewater rafting, snorkeling, surfing, snow skiing, water sports and horseback riding. During winter and spring break we offer longer, overseas expedition and ski trips. As your university travel provider, we also offer discounted rates on local amusement parks.
Skill Level
TRiPs accommodate all skill levels, but are geared primarily toward people who are looking to learn or gain more experience. All trips are physically demanding, some more than others, and require individual contribution to the group. Most overnight trips involve camping either in primitive or established campsites. Additionally, trips are primarily outdoors, so participants are subject to the weather and terrain of the region and must plan accordingly. All trips assume a basic level of fitness, however, if a trip is specified as intermediate or advanced skill level, a higher level of experience and health are required. Please ask an Outfitter or TRiP Staff if you have further questions.
Gear
Virtually all the equipment you will need for your trip is included in the cost of the trip. All group equipment including tents, cooking utensils, food, transportation, entrance fees and guide fees is covered in the registration cost. Individual participants need to bring their clothes, eating utensils, a sleeping bag and personal items. Most gear is available for purchase or rental at the Outfitter connected to the TRiP office. Go to the participant checklist for a comprehensive list items you need.
TRiP outings are for everyone but particularly people eager for adventure and willing to learn new skills and meet new people.