New Opportunities for Outdoor Enthusiasts

Blake Northey, Staff Reporter

blake_northey@csumb.edu

Feb.14, 2008

Rock climbing, scuba diving and kayaking are not a part of the typical college experience, but thanks to the CSU Monterey Bay Adventure Connections activities like these are available for students. 

This establishment offers planned outings and equipment rentals for numerous outdoor activities. Equipment is available for activities such as scuba diving, surfing, climbing, cycling, and camping. 

This diverse section of Otter Athletics is operated by Cynthia D’Vincent, a well known marine biologist, photographer, public speaker, and author. 

Sean Kwansicka, a junior Kinesiology major CSUMB said, “I didn’t even know there was a building 93,” referring to the location of the hidden Adventure Connection office.  

It may be a little hard to find, but it is worth the search as the program offers a gateway to exciting outdoor adventures in and around the Monterey costal and inland areas. 

“To really appreciate Monterey you have to go outside,” said senior Human Communication major and avid hiker Brynn Wenskay.

The Adventure Connections office is an untapped resource which can supply students with all the necessary outdoor equipment to fully enjoy the beauty of Monterey. Some of the items available for rent are camping, surfing, scuba, and hiking equipment, along with climbing and in-line skating gear.  Recently, the office received new bikes that can be rented for daily, weekend, or semester use. You can also rent party canopies, BBQ grills, golf clubs and a dunk tank.

The equipment rental fees are very reasonable, which makes this service affordable to students on a tight budget. Additionally, students enrolled in outdoor educational courses receive a 10 percent discount on equipment used for class.

The program also offers free events such as the Soberanes Canyon Day hike coming up on Feb. 15 or the coastal bike ride on Feb. 20. To find more information about these upcoming events and others, visit www.csumb.edu/adventure or call the Adventure Connection office at 831-582-4271. The office hours are from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday and will be open Saturdays 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the near future.