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Participants should be comfortable with camping outdoors and some access to amenities. Activities will include instruction in the basics of intro-level white water kayaking. This activity will be lead and supervised by an ACA (American Canoe Association) certified guide for kayaking.

Participants should be very comfortable with intro-level kayaking activities. Equipment needed includes a sleeping bag, sleeping pad, small to mid-sized day-pack, and sturdy footware. Transportation is by minivan.

Important Dates
June 5:
NOW AVAILABLE: On-line registration will be open and must be completed by July 8. Completed health and immunization forms must be mailed or faxed to the Colby Health Center as soon as possible. As soon as you know you are coming to Colby, please schedule an appointment with your doctor. You cannot attend school unless this information has been reviewed by Colby Health Center staff.
August 26:

Check in for first-year students is August 26

August 29:

Departure on the outdoor portion of orientation is August 29  between 8 and 9 a.m.

August 31:

Return from the outdoor trips portion of orientation will be between 10 and 2 p.m.

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