Making the Most of Summer
This warm and sunny season is a favorite for many. Learn about how to plan a summer full of adventure!
Danielle Havlik
- May 9
- 2 min
Children Exploring Nature
The outdoors are for everyone! Check out what one of our participants had to say about bringing her daughter on an adventure.
Danielle Havlik
- May 2
- 3 min
Farewell Graduating Staff
All good things must come to an end. Learn what our graduating staff has to say about their OA experiences!
Danielle Havlik
- Apr 11
- 2 min
Don't Let Fear Get in The Way
Learn from the best! A former Outdoor Adventures staff member & NIU student shares her knowledge about what nature can do for us.
Danielle Havlik
- Mar 22
- 2 min
Leaving your Comfort Zone
When was the last time you tried something new? The reward that comes with taking a risk can be well-worth it.
Guest Submission
- Oct 12, 2021
- 3 min
Trip Report: Greg Locascio III
Greg Locascio submitted several Trip Reports for us to share. Which one is your favorite?
Guest Submission
- Oct 5, 2021
- 3 min
Trip Report: Greg Locascio II
Greg Locascio submitted several Trip Reports for us to share. Which one is your favorite?
Guest Submission
- Aug 26, 2021
- 2 min
Trip Report: Greg Locascio
In special showcase report, Greg submits his experience kayaking several rivers in Illinois!
Maddie G.
- Aug 24, 2021
- 1 min
OA Staff Summer Series: Time Flies (When You're Having Fun)
Maddie has had a lot going on this summer. Here's a recap of her favorite time of year!
Lindsay Reinhardt
- Aug 17, 2021
- 3 min
OA Staff Summer Series: Wheels Down
Lindsay took a three day bike retreat; More coming soon!
Ben Warren
- Aug 10, 2021
- 2 min
OA Staff Summer Series: Changing Times
Ben shares his plans for his last summer as an NIU student.
Caleb Flynn
- Aug 3, 2021
- 1 min
OA Staff Summer Series: Moments of Peace
Caleb finds time to enjoy summer amid a busy schedule.
Heather A.
- Jul 27, 2021
- 2 min
OA Staff Summer Series: SUP at Rock Lake
In the second installment of our summer series, Heather takes a SUP on the lake!
James M
- Jul 21, 2021
- 2 min
OA Staff Summer Series: The Great American Camping Trip
James starts off the Summer '21 Series with his camping trip!
Dan Dunne
- May 20, 2021
- 3 min
Opening the Door
In the spring of 2021, NIU Outdoor Adventures staff began an initiative that we hope will outlast every member on staff here at NIU. As a...
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- Apr 21, 2021
- 2 min
The Trip That Changed Me
I went on my first big trip with Outdoor Adventures, and it brought me friends, a job, and a lifetime passion for the outdoors. EMBARK...