Upcoming Activities

November

Zip & S’mores

  • Saturday, November 21st at the Outdoor Education Center
  • various times
  • Gather your Carolina friends for high speed aerial fall adventure on our 1,200 ft. long tandem zipline as the sun sets. After your ride, settle in by a cozy fire and make some s’mores.

December

Jingle Bell Jog

The 36th annual Jingle Bell Jog is a 2.7 mile fun run or 1.5 mile walk open to all UNC-Chapel Hill Faculty and Staff. In previous years over 300 participants have completed the fun walk/run individually or as part of a departmental team. The event promotes physical activity, health and well-being and provides employees with the opportunity to contribute to the UNC Carolina Cupboard by making a canned food donation. In addition, pet donations will be given to the Orange County Animal Shelter. Free refreshments will be provided for participants after the event. Costumes are encouraged, but not required to enjoy the fun! 

  • Friday, December 4th at Fetzer Gym B
  • Check-in: 11:30am – Noon, day of event
  • Participant meeting: Noon, day of event
  • Walk/Run Start: 12:15pm

Registration – Opens Soon!

Prizes: All participants will be eligible for prize drawings following the run/walk. An award will be given to the most spirited team and the team with the most creative costumes celebrating the holiday season.

Donations: Collections will be made for two charities this season: Non-perishable food items will be donated to the UNC Carolina Cupboard. Non-perishable pet items will be donated to the local animal shelters (food, old blankets, leashes, bowls, collars, etc. are all welcome).

The event is rain, shine, or snow!

 

Other Programming to Check Out

Climbing Wall Membership & Classes

Housing two climbing walls, Campus Rec offers around 5,000 square feet of climbing as well as a bouldering wall and cave. With highly trained climbing staff, the walls are safe and easy to access, even for those who have never climbed before.

Outdoor Gear Rental

Go on your own adventure! Rent equipment from Carolina Adventures to go on your own expedition like paddleboarding, backpacking, and more.