August 14-15, 2009

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The freshmen outdoor orientation trip is a unique experience that takes place a week before classes start. Trained upperclassmen lead incoming freshmen in teambuilding and challenge course activities at the Andrews Student Recreation and Wellness Center to help introduce students to each other. Then it’s off to the beautiful shores of Lake Berlin for an overnight camping experience. Over a fireside chat, students will get to know a little about student activities and groups that are available to participate in throughout the year. These groups include: Student Government, Greek Life, Campus Recreation, ROTC, and Penguin Productions. Saturday morning starts with a camp breakfast, then off to explore the lake in our Kayaks! A class will be held on proper kayaking skills before our exploration of the lake. No experience necessary!

These two fun-filled days with a small group of new classmates will be an incredible introduction to the YSU community.

Cost: $60.00 This includes dinner and snacks on Friday, breakfast and lunch on Saturday, camping fees, and travel to and from YSU to the lake, tents, and sleeping gear (if needed). We will be sleeping in tents; we have a few sleeping bags available if you don't have your own. Extra snacks and dietary requirements are your own responsibility.

Make new friends, enjoy the lake, paddle, take a hike and stretch your legs on one final adventure before class begins!!
[Registration is for incoming freshmen only]