Come experience the serenity, peaceful and adventurous world of the great outdoors. Research suggests that being physically active outdoors helps reduce stress, anxiety, anger, and improves mood, overall health and wellbeing.
Registration Steps:
Registered student prices are for UofT students taking academic courses or those who have purchased a non-registered student membership for the Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre. Register online at or in person at the TPASC Registration Desk. U of T students, staff and faculty will be able to log in to the recreation website using their UTORid.
For questions about the trips offered please contact Laurie Wright laurie.wright@utoronto.ca. External guests of participants are not eligible to attend Outdoor Recreation Trips.
Refund Policy: Please see individual trip details below for refund date. All trips are weather dependent and may be rescheduled or cancelled. Full refunds will be given, upon request, for rescheduled trips.
For all trips that include being on boat or in the water, we are now providing a FREE deep water orientation session at the Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre. This one hour class will include jumping into the water with a life jacket on and getting to the edge of the pool safely. No swim experience necesary. To book your session, please contact Ramona Seupersad at ramona.seupersad@utoronto.ca
Please note that all Outdoor Recreation trips that include transportation will meet at the east entrance of the Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre (875 Morningside Ave). This will be the pick up and drop off location.
Current Adventures
Scarborough Bluffs
Explore the iconic Scarborough Bluffs. Explore the scenic trails lakefront trails with inspiring views of the bluffs. Relax and enjoy beach activities like volleyball, soccer or frisbee toss while the sun is setting.
Date: Friday, September 27
Time: Leave at 3:30pm, return by 7:45pm
Registered Student Price: $15 plus HST
Registration Deadline: Tuesday September 24 @11:59pm - registration extended!
Refund Deadline: Sunday September 22 @5:00pm
Rappelling & Zipling - Elora Gorge
Travel to the spectacular Elora Gorge to adventure through the forest canopy by zipline, conquer down a cliff edge rappelling and explore the trails and unique town. All equipment and safety orientations included.
Date: Friday, October 4
Time: Leave at 7:30am, return by 7:30pm
Registered Student Price: $75 plus HST
Registration Deadline: Sunday September 29 @11:59pm
Refund Deadline: Sunday, September 29 @5:00pm
Farm Trip
Get the full farm experience at Forsythe Family Farm. Enjoy picking a pumpkin, feeding & interacting with the farm animals, explore a corn maze and a wagon ride.
Date: Friday, October 11
Time: Leave at 11:00am, return by 5:30pm
Registered Student Price: $25 plus HST
Registration Deadline: Thursday October 3 @11:59pm
Refund Deadline: Thursday, October 3 @5:00pm
Horseback Riding
Experience the sensation of horseback riding through scenic trails. Enjoy a tractor driven wagon ride, interact with the horses and outdoor activities. Lunch is included.
Date: Wednesday, October 30
Time: Leave at 7:45am, return by 5:30pm
Registered Student Price: $85 plus HST
Registration Deadline: Sunday October 20 @11:59pm
Refund Deadline: Sunday, October 20 @5:00pm
UTSC on Ice
Celebrate the holiday season skating under the lights at Nathan Phillips square located downtown Toronto. Skate rentals and assistance with learning to skate is included.
Date: Wednesday, December 4
Time: Leave at 3:30pm, return by 8:00pm
Registered Student Price: $15 plus HST
Registration Deadline: Saturday November 23 @11:59pm
Refund Deadline: Saturday November 23 @5:00pm
Previous Adventures
Hike & Paddling
Join us at Kelso Park to hike the scenic forest trails with incredible lookout points. Our staff will guide you through the intermediate hiking trails along the Niagara escarpement. Enjoy the afternoon at the beach relaxing, exploring and trying out stand up paddleboarding on the reservoir. All stand up paddleboards, lifejackets (worn at all times) and instruction included. We strongly recommend participants take a deep water orientation prior to this trip.
Date: Tuesday, June 18
Time: 9:00 am - 7:30 pm
Registered Student Price: $35 plus HST
Non-Registered Student Price: $45 plus HST
Registration Deadline: Thursday, June 13
Refund Deadline: Sunday, June 9 @5:00pm
Rouge Park Hike & Bonfire
Explore the valleys, cliffs and forest trails of the local National Rouge Park with a guide. End the hike with a bonfire on campus, s'mores and more. Participants should meet at the east entrance of the Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre for bus transportation.
Date: Friday, June 14
Time: 4:00pm - 7:30pm; bonfire starts at 7:30pm
Registered Student Price: $15 plus HST
Non-Registered Student Price: $20 plus HST
Registration Deadline: extended to June 12
Refund Deadline: Friday, May 31 @5:00pm
Treetop Trekking
Participants will travel by bus to Ganaraska Forest for a 3-hour treetop trekking adventure. The day will include a combination of zip-lining and climbing through obstacle courses in a serene forest setting. Courses for all skill levels are available. All equipment will be provided.
Registered Student Price: $35 plus HST
Non-Registered Student Price: $45 plus HST
Trip 1
Date: Friday, May 24
Time: Leave at 11:00am, return by 5:30pm
Registration Deadline: Thursday, May 16 @11:59pm
Refund Deadline: Thursday, May 16 @5:00pm
Trip 2
Date: Friday, May 24
Time: Leave at 2:00pm, return by 8:30pm
Registration Deadline: Thursday, May 16 @11:59pm
Refund Deadline: Thursday, May 16 @5:00pm
Ski and Snowboard at Lakeridge Resort
Ski or snowboard at Lakeridge resort. All levels are welcome, no experience necessary. Registration fee includes: lift ticket for 5 hours of night skiing or snowboarding, 1 hour lesson for all levels, staff guidance, bus transportation and snacks. Resort offers indoor warming area, storage area, food vendors and washrooms. Rentals for ski or snowboard packages available for an extra $25 fee. Package includes skis, boots, poles and helmet or snowboard, boots and helmet.
Time: Leave at 3:15pm, return by 10:15pm
Registered Student Price: $35 plus HST
Trip 1
Date: Friday, January 26
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, January 10 @11:59pm
Refund Deadline: Thursday, January 18 @5:00pm
Trip 2
Date: Friday, February 9
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, January 24 @11:59pm
Refund Deadline: Wednesday, January 24 @5:00pm
Trip 3
Date: Friday, March 8
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, February 21 @11:59pm
Refund Deadline: Wednesday, February 21 @5:00pm
Team Building Activities
Do you have a UTSC Department, student club or group or that could benefit from experiencing some team building skills, strategic planning, trust games or communication development? We can offer you a custom built activity to suit your needs outdoors or indoors.
To set up a consultation, contact Laurie Wright at laurie.wright@utoronto.ca