Outdoor Center & Equipment Rental
The Outdoor Center is located in Building 209, Room 3 by the tennis courts. This center is home to all of our rental gear including climbing shoes, crash pads, tents, backpacks, sleeping bags, sleeping pads and outdoor stoves. Present your active Nautilus Card to check out gear.
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Monday through Thursday | 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. |
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| TBD | By appointment only |
| Item | 3-Day / 10-day / Late Fee | Replacement Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Hammock (1-Day Rental) | $5 | $60 |
| Tent (3-Season, 4 Person) | $14 / $20 / $4 | $250 |
| Hiking Backpack (External Frame) | $9 / $13 / $3 | $100 |
| Sleeping Bag (30-Degree) | $9 / $13 / $3 | $150 |
| Sleeping Pad (Foam) | $3 / $5 / $1 | $20 |
| Camp Stove (no gas included) | $5 / $8 / $2 | $50 |
| Climbing Shoes | $9 / $13 / $3 | $100 |
| Climbing Crash Pad | $9 / $13 / $3 | $150 |
| Mountain Bike (1-Day Rental) | $15 | $600 |
| Paddleboard (1-Day Rental) | $15 | $600 |
*All Outdoor Adventure equipment can be checked out at the HLS (Building 72) Customer Service Desk*
| Item | 1-Semester / 2-Semester / Late Fee | Replacement Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Rental Bike | $100 / $175 / $20 (per day) | $500 |
| U-Bolt Lock | Included | $30 |
| Lock Key | Included | $13 |
| Helmet | Included | $30 |
| Maintenance | Included | -- |
Reservations
Unable to take reservations at this time.
Rental equipment pickup/drop-off
Equipment should be picked up and dropped off at the HLS Facility Customer Service Desk (Bldg 72).
To ensure the longevity of our equipment so that future Argos can enjoy it, please properly clean, dry, and pack rental gear prior to returning.
*Hours of operation may change due to the university and holiday closures.
Payment
Visit the Health, Leisure, and Sports Facility (Building 72) Customer Service Desk and present your active Nautilus Card along with payment at the time of pickup. Rental fees are non-refundable after pickup.
Rental Agreement
Renters are required to complete and submit the rental agreement form prior to receiving their requested items. This form can be completed on-site in the Bike Shop and Outdoor Center.
Group rentals: Groups must designate one point-person to sign the rental agreement who will be responsible for lost or damaged equipment.
Penalty Fees
Fees will be charged to the responsible party’s university account if the equipment is not returned on time, returned damaged, or returned excessively dirty. Repair, replacement, and cleaning fees are determined on a case-by-case basis by the Outdoor Adventure Administrative Staff. Equipment that is returned late will be subject to late fees accrued daily up to the amount of the replacement cost. Individuals who fail to follow rental procedures will become ineligible to rent equipment in the future.
Questions? Please email outdooradventure@uwf.edu.
