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Summer Welcome Adventures

Whether it’s whitewater rafting or backpacking/camping, we have a trip for you. This is a special opportunity for incoming students to get to know others and the beautiful outdoor spaces around campus. Sign up through your Orientation and Advising Portal and start your Boise State journey with an Outdoor Program adventure!

Online Registration

Please email outdoorprogram@boisestate.edu or call (208) 426-1946 for more information or to sign up!

Trip Information Packets and FAQs

Come Explore

Pick an Adventure

Day trip – Payette Whitewater Rafting

Sign up with the Admission website

6-day Idaho Backpacking

6-day Idaho Backpacking

Salmon River – 5 day Rafting trip

Salmon River – 5 day Rafting trip

Find out more about the Outdoor Program!

Find out more about the Outdoor Program!

Lower Salmon River Expedition

Lower Salmon River Expedition is the premiere trip for students to have a wilderness experience, make lasting connections, learn new skills, and be a BRONCO!

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Connection. Wilderness. Growth.

Start your Boise State career with a hiking, backpacking, or even whitewater rafting experience. The Outdoor Program offers unique and engaging ways for new students to make lasting memories, meet new people, and build community and connection. All first-year students are welcome – no experience necessary! Our knowledgeable student guides will help teach you along the way.