Texas A&M University-Kingsville

Recreational Sports

Outdoor Adventures


Texas A&M University-Kingsville has partnered with Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi to provide outdoor adventure opportunities for TAMUK Students.   As part of this collaboration TAMUK students can participate in trips, attend outdoor clinics and rent outdoor recreational equipment offered by the TAMU-CC Outdoor Adventure program. For more information on trip offerings or financial assistance to help cover the cost please complete the interest form.  Anyone that signs-up for a trip or clinic must attend a pre-trip meeting.   Virtual pre-trip meetings are available for TAMUK students.

 

Does Texas A&M University-Kingsville Recreational Sports offer outdoor adventure trips?

While Texas A&M- Kingsville Recreational Sports doesn't directly offer outdoor adventure trips, we've partnered with Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Outdoor Adventures to allow TAMUK students the opportunity to participate on the Texas A&M- Corpus Christi Outdoor Adventure Trips.   TAMUK Students can get more information on Texas A&M-Corpus Christi trips, clinic and outdoor equipment rentals here.

How much do trips cost?  Do I need to have my own camping gear?

Cost of the trips vary.  Cost covers transportation, dinners, and camping gear needed for the trip.  TAMUK Recreational Sports can help provide financial assistance to help cover the cost.   Complete the Outdoor Adventure Interest Form at the top of this page for more information on financial assistance.

Where do the trips depart from?

All trips depart from the Dugan Wellness Center on the Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi campus.  TAMUK students will need to get transportation to the Dugan Wellness Center.  If a TAMUK student needs transportation to the Dugan Wellness Center email recsports@tamuk.edu.

Can TAMUK Students rent outdoor equipment for personal use from Texas A&M- Corpus Christi Outdoor Adventures?

Yes!  Part of the partnership allows TAMUK students to rent equipment from Texas A&M- Corpus Christi.   For equipment available for rent and prices please visit https://www.tamucc.edu/rec-sports/equipment.php.

 

Monahans Sand Dunes and StargazingMonahan's Sand Dunes and Stargazing

February 9th-11th, 2024

Come with us to Monahan's State Park and discover a unique landscape hidden in the heart of Texas! With clear, bright skies and rolling dunes, we'll spend nights looking at the stars and our days exploring an area unlike any other. February 9th - 11th, 2024. Transportation, Dinners, Gear, Reservations and Services included in cost.

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Spring Break in ZionSpring Break in Zion

March 8th-17th, 2024

With a week off of classes, what better way to spend your time than exploring one of the most popular US National Parks! Hike through canyons, forests, rivers and ridges. With Angel's Landing, the Narrows, and possibly even a quick outing to Bryce Canyon National Park, we'll be climbing high and wading through water on our Spring Break. Come with us! Transportation, Dinners, Gear, Reservations and Services included in cost.

Cost: SOLD OUT

 

 

 

 

 


Backpacking Big ThicketBackpacking Big Thicket

April 12th-14th, 2024

Big Thicket is known for its miles of trail and diversity in its ecosystems. Take a break from your day-to-day to hike and sleep along the creeks and massive bald cypress trees of this riparian treasure. April 12th - 14th, 2024. Transportation, Dinners, Gear, Reservations and Services included in cost.

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Bastrop Swimming HolesBastrop Swimming Holes of Texas

April 26th-28th, 2024

Come with us as we explore the incredible natural pools surrounding the State's capital! Camping at night in Bastrop State Park with an opportunity to explore the area's remarkable history and stopping at cool and refreshing locations such as the Blue Hole waterhole, San Marcus River and McKinney Falls. A fantastic way to say goodbye to the summer heat! Transportation, Dinners, Gear, Reservations and Services included in cost.

Cost: $75.00 per person

 

 

 

 

 


ClinicsClinic Offerings

Texas A&M- Corpus Christi offers clinics in skydiving, stand up paddle boarding, kayaking and surfing. Click here to get dates and pricing for all the clinic offerings.