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Outdoor Recreation Living Community

A page within Rec Sports

Do you have a passion for the outdoors? Does living a life of adventure sound interesting?
Then you should consider applying to live in the Outdoor Recreation Living Community in Eagle Hall.

The Outdoor Recreation Living Community is designed for students who have a passion for and an interest in outdoor activities and the environment. They must be willing to be challenged, have a desire to gain skills outside of the classroom, and participate in extracurricular activities and events relating to the outdoors. No previous experience is required for participation—just a willingness to participate, learn, and have fun! Residents of this community will pay an additional $400 to cover the cost of the extensive programming provided by the Outdoor Connection.

Types of activities community members participate in

  1. Backpacking
  2. Stand up paddleboarding
  3. Kayaking
  4. Canoeing
  5. Camping
  6. Biking
  7. Caving
  8. Climbing
  9. and much more

As a member of this active and unique community, you can expect to 

  • Live in an environment and community for students who share an interest in the outdoors and in leadership
  • Experience programs and opportunities that will allow you to refine your leadership skills, explore career opportunities in outdoor recreation and be part of an active & supportive community 
  • Help develop a community that is passionate about the outdoors and the environment

Recreational Eagle Center (REC) Hours  

Regular Hours

Monday - Friday:  6am-11pm
Saturday: 10am-10pm
Sunday: 11am-10pm

Adjusted Hours - Finals Week/Winter Break

Wednesday, December 18:  6am-6pm 
December 19 - January 1:  CLOSED 

Facility Schedule

View the facility schedule to see what is going on at the REC.

Contact Us

608.785.5225
recoffice@uwlax.edu

Outdoor Connection (OC) Hours

Regular Hours

Monday - Friday: 12pm-6pm
Saturday:  10am-6pm
Sunday:  11am-6pm

Adjusted Hours - Finals Week/Winter Break

December 18- January 1:  CLOSED

Contact Us

608.785.8860
outdoorcnt@uwlax.edu

Fitness Center Hours

Regular Hours

Monday - Friday:  6am-10pm
Saturday: 10am-9pm
Sunday: 11am-9pm

Adjusted Hours - Finals Week/Winter Break

Wednesday, December 18:  6am-6pm
December 19 - January 1:  CLOSED

Live Facility Counts

Contact Us

608.785.5210
recoffice@uwlax.edu

Climbing Wall Hours

Regular Hours

THE REC CLIMBING WALL IS CLOSED FOR RENOVATION. WE LOOK FORWARD TO REOPENING ON MONDAY, 1/27.

Contact Us

608.785.5225
recoffice@uwlax.edu

EZONE Esports & Gaming Hours

Regular Hours

Monday - Friday:  3pm-11pm
Saturday: 12pm-10pm
Sunday: 12pm-10pm

Adjusted Hours - Finals Week/Winter Break

December 18 - January 1:  CLOSED

Contact Us

608.785.8921
recsportsesports@uwlax.edu

Mitchell Hall Pool Hours

Regular Hours

Monday: 12pm-12:50pm, 8pm-10:30pm
Tuesday:  8pm-10:30pm
Wednesday:  12pm-12:50pm, 8pm-10:30pm
Thursday:  8pm-10:30pm
Friday:  12pm-12:50pm, 8pm-10pm
Saturday:  12pm-3pm
Sunday:  1pm-4pm

Adjusted Pool Hours
The pool will be closed for Winter Break/Session.  Regular semester hours will begin on Monday, January 27.

Contact Us

608.785.8698
recoffice@uwlax.edu

Hetzel Fieldhouse Hours

Access to the Hetzel Fieldhouse during open rec hours is restricted to those who have a current REC membership (student, faculty/staff, alumni).

Regular Open Rec Hours 
Sunday:  6pm-10pm

Adjusted Open Rec Hours
Closed until January 26

Second Floor Track Hours
Managed by the Athletic Department
Monday-Friday:  11am-1pm

Adjusted Track Hours- Finals Week/Winter Break
December 19 - January 5:  CLOSED

Contact Us

608.785.5225
recoffice@uwlax.edu