Sport and Movement Studies

Minor in Outdoor Adventure Recreation

About the Outdoor Adventure Minor

Are you ready to take your love for the great outdoors to the next level? Consider joining our Outdoor Adventure Minor, where a passion for nature transforms into professional skills. In this unique program, you will hone your leadership skills, critical thinking, and communication abilities, all while working in recreation. Our program makes you competent and confident. You will gain technical proficiency for every adventurous endeavor and develop essential leadership skills to guide others with assurance.

Why Study Recreation at CWU?

In this minor, you will have the opportunity to take classes in backpacking, hiking and orienteering, archery, and outdoor survival.

If you are an outdoors enthusiast, then this program may be a perfect fit for you. You will get credit for doing something you already love—being outside and going on adventures—so let us turn your passion for the outdoors into a profession.

Where is this program offered?

• Ellensburg

How much does this program cost?

Explore information on Cost, Aid, and Value to make an informed decision about investing in your education at CWU.

Where can I find more information?

Please visit the CWU Academic Catalog for current information about admission requirements, course descriptions, learner outcomes, and credit information. 

Highlights

New Facilities, New Possibilities

CWU’s Department of Sport and Movement Studies is housed in the new $60 million Health Sciences Building, which allows students to study in a state-of-the-art facility with innovative technology.