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Notices & Events

H1N1 Vaccination Site for Students
•November 5th from 10am - 2pm the Oread side (previously known as the expansion) of the ASRFC will be utilized
• The following areas will not be accessible until 4pm: Courts (Yoder/Knopp); racquetball courts (3/4); martial arts studio; Oread Arena (Rock Chalk/Jayhawk); boxing area and golf simulator.
•Vaccine only available for KU Students- KU ID required
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•Frequently: Wash/Sanitize hands, Wash down equipment and Return used shower and workout towels
•Hand sanitizer stations are located throughout the facility
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Outdoor Pursuits

Equipment Rental

The Outdoor Pursuits operates to provide the University of Kansas community the opportunity to rent outdoor equipment. Outdoor Pursuits offers different types of camping, backpacking, canoes, and sit-on-top kayaks to rent to Students, Faculty and Staff.

Rental Rates

The Outdoor Pursuits rents camping equipment for the occasional weekend camping to the more extreme multi-day backpacker. The Outdoor Pursuits staff can assist in selecting the appropriate equipment for any outdoor adventure. See price sheet below.

How it works

Equipment is checked out for 1-3 day block periods. The initial block period is mandatory. Beyond the first 3 days, you may rent the equipment for another 3 day block or add on only the days that you need at a daily rate.

Late Fees

Late fees are assessed on a daily rate, for every day the equipment is returned late.

Reservations

Reservation may be made up to three days in advance, must be made in person and paid in full. No refunds will be given - NO EXCEPTIONS. Should weather not permit the user of our Outdoor Pursuits equipment, we will allow the user a credit for future gear use.

Incidental Fees

Cleaning Charges

All equipment must be returned clean and in good condition with all parts or a $15 cleaning fee. If equipment is returned with out all the part a replacement fee will be assessed. This includes gear subjected to rain or water.

Replacement/Damage Charges

Staff can provide a complete list of replacement and damage charges. Most common charges are for tent stakes and sleeping pad fasteners. Please don't lose them.

Equipment Rental Price List

Tents
Item 1-3 Days 4-6 Days Additional Days
2 Person $6.00 $12.00 $2.00
4 Person $9.00 $18.00 $3.00
6 Person $12.00 $24.00 $4.00
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Sleeping Bags
Item 1-3 Day Price 4-6 Day Price Additional Day
Kelty 20 degree $4.00 $8.00 $1.50
Mountain Hardwear 0 or 20 $6.00 $12.00 $2.00
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Stoves
Item 1-3 Day Price 4-6 Day Price Additional Day
Coleman Propane $5.00 $10.00 $2.00
MSR Whisperlite $6.00 $12.00 $2.00
MSR Fuel Bottle Included Included Included
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Backpacks
Item 1-3 Day Price 4-6 Day Price Additional Day
Lowe Alpine $7.00 $14.00 $2.50
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Sit On Top Kayak
Item 1-3 Day Price 4-6 Day Price Additional Day
Sit On Top Kayak $18.00 $36.00 $6.00
Personal Flotation Devices Included Included Included
Paddle Included Included Included
Canoes
Item 1-3 Day Price 4-6 Day Price Additional Day
Canoe, 3 Paddles $18.00 $36.00 $6.00
3 Personal Flotation Devices Included Included Included
Therma-Rest Sleeping Pad
Item 1-3 Day Price 4-6 Day Price Additional Day
Ridgerest $2.00 $4.00 $1.00
MSR Cookset (Pots/Handle)
Item 1-3 Day Price 4-6 Day Price Additional Day
Alpine Set $2.00 $4.00 $1.00
Camp Chair
Item 1-3 Day Price 4-6 Day Price Additional Day
Crazy Creek $2.50 $5.00 $1.25
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