The mission of Recreation & Physical Educations’ Outdoor Adventure Program is to provide the Duke community with outdoor adventure activities that educate about and promote healthy outdoor recreational opportunities.

Goals of the program:

• Introduce participants to exciting and new adventure activities promoting lifelong involvement in these activities
• Develop participant’s skills and comfort levels in a variety of wilderness settings
• To empower and challenge all participants to reach beyond their personal limits
• To provide environmental awareness promoting “minimum impact” practices and conservation of our natural resources.
• To build an increased sense of community on Duke’s Campus by collaborating with other Outdoor programs creating an outdoor enthusiast culture
• Develop Leadership skills through outdoor leadership experiences