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 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.

 

 Skydiving

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Flyer for Trekking Seminole Canyon State Park. Image of a grassy and rocky canyon with water flowing through the middle.

Date: September 19th

Cost: $160 per person

If you are brave enough, you will get to experience about a minute of free fall followed by a gentle decent back to solid ground.

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Snorkeling San Marcos

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi flyer. Image of Big Bend National Park with a sunny sky, rock formations, and cactus.

Date: September 12th -14th

Cost: $85 per person

Cost covers gear, transportation, dinners, reservations, etc.

We will snorkel down the Guadalupe River, dive in the deep blue at Canyon Lake and cruise through San Marcos in the crystal-clear spring fed San Marcos River.

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Exploring Enchanted Rock

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Outdoor Adventures flyer. Image of waterfall and river surrounded by rocks and trees.

Date: October 17th -19th

Cost: $85 -$200 per person

Cost covers gear, transportation, dinners, reservations, etc.

This trip combines 3 of what we consider to be the best outdoor experiences: sunsets/sunrises, night hiking, and unique geological formations. Who doesn't want to explore a massive lava dome?

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Backpacking Big Thicket

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Outdoor Adventures flyer. Image of blue sky and calm water swimming hole surrounded by rocks and trees.

Date: November 14th -16th

Cost: $65 -$75 per person

Cost covers gear, transportation, dinners, reservations

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 the riparian treasure.

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Bouldering at San Antonio

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Flyer for Trekking Seminole Canyon State Park. Image of a grassy and rocky canyon with water flowing through the middle.

Date: October 4th

Cost: $60 per person

Cost covers transportation, shoe rentals, and entrance fees

Come with us to San Antonio to flex those rock climbing skills! Or rock scrambling... we don't judge! Join us at an indoor bouldering facility that has kombucha and coffee on tap!

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Backpacking Davy Crockett National Forest

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Outdoor Adventures flyer. Image of blue sky and calm water swimming hole surrounded by rocks and trees.

Date: November 7th -9th

Cost: $75 per person

Cost covers gear, transportation, dinners, reservations

Come with us as we backpack part of the Four C National Trail through the Davy Crockett National Forest! Surrounded by trees, we'll be exploring the depths of East Texas.

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Challenge Course and Rock Wall

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Flyer for Trekking Seminole Canyon State Park. Image of a grassy and rocky canyon with water flowing through the middle.

Date: November 1st

Cost: $15 per person

Join us as we will put you through a challenge course guaranteed to push you to your limits!

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Wolf Creek Skiing

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Outdoor Adventures flyer. Image of blue sky and calm water swimming hole surrounded by rocks and trees.

Date: January 3rd -10th

Cost: Around $155 -$225 per person

Cost covers gear, transportation, dinners, Airbnb, Equipment rentals, etc.

Join us this winter and escape to the snow. Learn how to Ice Skate, snow sled, snowboard, or ski as Outdoor Adventures travels to Ski Apache. Experience the wonders of winter in the mountains of Colorado, up close and personal! 

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Surfing Lessons

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Outdoor Adventures flyer. Image of blue sky and calm water swimming hole surrounded by rocks and trees.

Date: September 6th

Cost: $20 per person

Cost covers Gear, Reservations, and Services.

Have you ever wanted to learn to surf? Now is your chance.

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Windsurfing Lessons

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Outdoor Adventures flyer. Image of blue sky and calm water swimming hole surrounded by rocks and trees.

Date: September 27th

Cost: $40 per person

Come try your hand at the invigorating sport of windsurfing in waters of the stunning Padre Island National Seashore.

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Horses on the Beach

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Outdoor Adventures flyer. Image of blue sky and calm water swimming hole surrounded by rocks and trees.

Date: October 3rd

Cost: $60 per person

Horses on the Beach is a staple activity here in Corpus Christi! Register to explore the coast in an exciting new way. Giddy-up!

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Garner State Park

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Flyer for Trekking Seminole Canyon State Park. Image of a grassy and rocky canyon with water flowing through the middle.

Date: September 26th -28th

Cost: $85 per person

Cost covers gear, transportation, dinners, reservations, etc.

This camping trip will involve non primitive camping(running water and facilities), a perfect opportunity for first time campers and anyone interested in a nice easy going camping trip.

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Hill Country Road Trip

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Flyer for Trekking Seminole Canyon State Park. Image of a grassy and rocky canyon with water flowing through the middle.

Date: October 24th -26th

Cost: $85 per person

Cost covers gear, transportation, dinners, reservations, etc.

Come with us as we travel through Texas' popular Hill Country Area! With stops at three different State Parks and Natural Areas, as well as interesting art formations, we'll be deep diving into Texas' most hidden gems.

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Clinic Offerings

Texas A&M University-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.