Pre-Orientation Experiences

Trip Leaders: Abbey Bates, John Vining
5-10 attendees
Registration fee: $200 

The Clarkson University Pep Band Pre-O experience is a great way to learn all about Clarkson and  learn some new music along the way! The band supports the Men's and Women's hockey teams during their season, and this Pre-O experience is a great way to meet members of the club and see what we're all about. 
We will be playing in Section 17 of Cheel Arena, our home turf, and will also be doing some fun activities including going to the beach! Musicians of all instruments and any level of experience, and those who don't play instruments are welcome. 

Schedule of Activities

Day 1:
9:00 - 12:00: Move in Pre-O attendees
12:00 - 4:00: Attendees have orientation, lunch, and freshman activities
4:00 - 5:45: Hand out music and practice
6:00 - 8:00: Dinner downtown (Paid by attendee)

Day 2:
9:00 - 10:00: Breakfast on campus(Provided by band)
10:00 - 12:00: Campus Scavenger Hunt (tour)
12:00 - 2:00: Practice
2:00 - 3:30: Lunch on campus (provided by band)
3:30 - 5:30: Free Time/Naps
5:30 - 7:00 : Lawn Games and Pizza (Provided by band)

Day 3:
9:00 - 10:00: Breakfast on campus (Provided by band)
10:00 - 11:30: Practice
12:00 - 1:00: Lunch on campus (Provided by band)
1:30 - 4:00: Beach - 2092 River Road Potsdam NY 13676 Postwood (if rain: indoor games, Wallyball, or board games)
4:30 - 5:30: Free time (Shower after the beach)
5:30 - 7:00: Dinner Downtown (Paid for by attendee)
7:30: Game kNight (Snell 213)

Day 4:
9 AM - 10 AM: Breakfast on campus (Provided by band)
10 AM - 12 PM: Kick Ball at Bagdad Field

Trip Leaders: Kali Soltano, Marissa Meyer, Ava Dumont, Megan Maurer
4-12 attendees
Registration fee: $150 

The Society of Women Engineers (SWE) is a national organization that has a local chapter here at Clarkson. We are an organization that focuses on helping females in engineering (and all majors) through various on-campus events and our continued participation in SWE conferences such as SWElocal and SWEnational.
Join members of the Society of Women Engineers for a bonding experience to learn about us while enjoying some fun activities and getting to know campus!

Schedule of Activities

Day 1:
Check in day - Goodbyes are in afternoon and "Pre-O" starts in the evening

1:30-3:30 - Ice Breakers/Farewells
4:00PM - campus tour
5:30PM - Dinner - stay in for dinner - (very informal)
7:00PM - Break
8:00PM - Movie on campus

Day 2:
9:00AM - Breakfast on campus
10:00AM - Engineering Challenge with the Engineering department
12:00PM - Lunch- Nachos
1:00PM - Tie Dye activity
2:30PM - Break/short walk around campus/chill outside
3:30PM - Assorted Engineering Challenges
6:00PM - Dinner w/ Special Guest -
7:30PM - Break
9:00PM - Walk to Stewart's for ice cream

Day 3:
9:00AM - Breakfast at the Village Diner
10:00AM - Nature Walk in the "back 40" (watch tower)
12:00PM - Lunch - Soup and Sandwiches (grilled cheese)
1:00PM -   SWE Alum Panel
2:00PM - Career Center presentation/resume workshop
3:30PM - Vision Board
5:00PM - Break
6:00PM - Depart for dinner at restaurant
8:00PM - Depart
8:30PM - Bonding!
 

Day 4:
9:00 - Breakfast at the Village Diner
10:00 - 12:00 PM Bookstore
12:00PM - Lunch at Robro
1:00PM - Freshman Orientation

Trip Leaders: Justin Jusiak, John Ruszkewicz, Samatha Sikora, Kevin Lovett, Ryan Brady, Brendan Elrick, Trevor Reese, Wesley Rollins, Riley Loughan
5-10 attendees
Registration fee: $185 

What is the Rod and Gun Club?
Clarkson Rod and Gun Club (CRAG) is a club of outdoor enthusiasts with a passion for hunting,
fishing, and shooting. It is a great opportunity for people of all experience levels to join. 
CRAG also holds Clarkson’s Collegiate Clay Team. Our Clay Team travels to compete in Maryland for Regionals, as well as San Antonio, Texas for the National competition. Anyone is welcome to partake in the Clay Team practices, which occur weekly at our local Rod & Gun Club. 
To see our showcased events, visit our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cu_rodgun/ 
To learn more about Rod and Gun Club, visit our Knight Life page at https://knightlife.clarkson.edu/organization/rodandgun
Why Us?
Our trip will have 8 leaders ready to take 10 students under their wing as they spend time fishing local waters and shooting at the Massena Rod and Gun Club. We all can’t wait for you to sign up for this awesome adventure, and start out your freshman year the right way, outdoors and having fun with newfound friends.
Schedule of Activities:
Day 1:
4:00 – Introductions
4:30 – Quick tour around campus
6:00 – Dinner at Riverside Apartments
7:00 – Lawn Games
Day 2:
7:00 a.m. - Breakfast at Riverside Apartments
8:00 a.m. - Head out to fish local waters
12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. - Drive back to campus
1:30 p.m. - Lunch at Riverside Apartments
2:00 p.m. - Raquette Fishing and Lawn Games
5:30 p.m. - BBQ Dinner at Riverside Apartments
Day 3:
On Thursday, we will spend the day at the Massena Rod and Gun Club shooting trap and sporting clays. Students can also fish there on the Grass River as well.
9 a.m. – Breakfast at Riverside Apartments
10 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. – Travel to Massena Rod & Gun Club
10:30 am. – 11 a.m. – Safety briefing
11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. – Trap Shooting
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. – Lunch
1:30 p.m. – 5 p.m. – Sporting clays
5 p.m. – Travel back to Potsdam
6:00 p.m. - Dinner at Cactus Grill & Cantina
Day 4:
9:00 a.m. - Breakfast at Riverside Apartments
9:30 a.m. - Raquette River fishing
12 p.m. - Regular orientation begins

Trip Leaders: Michael Feltman, Rosalee Dillon
6-12 attendees
Registration fee: $250

Clarkson University Student Association consists of 25 elected student representatives which make up a Senate and 4 elected executive officers which make up an executive board. There are six senators from each academic cohort and one senator from the Clarkson School. The Senate hears, discusses, and votes on issues pertaining to the student body in social, professional, and finance contexts. The Senate is sub-organized into four core committees that address the core purposes of the student association, each headed by the members of the e-board.

Schedule of Activities:
Day 1:
Team Building games
Campus tours
Swimming or Paddleboarding on the Raquette (weather dependent)
Dinner - Stewarts Pizza
Board games

Day 2:
Breakfast
Travel to Ottawa
Tour Parliament
Walk around Rideau Canal and Locks
Lunch at a Byward Market Restaurant
Explore Byward Market
Drive Home
Movie if time allows OR pizza dinner with all pre-o groups

Day 3:
Breakfast
Drive to Ausable Chasm
Hike
Lunch at Gigi's Restaurant
Float Tour
Drive Home
Smore's at student center fire pit

Day 4:
Breakfast
Mock CUSA
Robro Lunch together

Trip Leaders: Thomas Field, Jacob Mysliwiec
5-20 attendees
Registration fee: $220

Welcome to Clarkson University! High Dive is Clarkson's Ultimate Frisbee Club – we're super laid-back and well-connected within the campus community. We're excited to offer you a fun couple of days before regular freshman orientation starts. While we'll definitely be doing some frisbee-related activities, we'll also be playing paintball, having a beach day, and giving you the ultimate insider's tour of Clarkson. Our goal is to balance fun with getting you acquainted with the campus, allowing you to settle in before the rest of the freshmen arrive, and most importantly, giving you the chance to choose the best side of your dorm first! 
Please note that all meals are included in the total price as well! Making friends before the semester starts is a huge advantage, and that's another perk of High Dive's pre-orientation. So skip the freshman orientation mob scene, hang out with us, and meet some new people – all before classes even begin. Feel free to reach out via Instagram, our tag is @clarkson_ultimate. We can't wait to meet you!

Schedule of Activities:
Day 1:
4:00pm - 6:00pm: Lawn games (no lame icebreakers)
6:00pm - 6:30pm: Shower/change
6:30pm - 7:30pm: Dinner on campus
7:30pm - 9:00pm: Kahoot and VR games
Day 2:
9:00am - 10:30am: Breakfast on campus
10:30am - 12:00pm: Downtown Potsdam tour
12:00pm - 1:00pm: Park Bros lunch (killer bagel sandwiches + coffee/smoothies)
1:00pm - 4:00pm: Paintball (Fun Time Fun Center)
4:00pm - 4:30pm: Shower/change
4:30pm - 6:00pm: Chill time (puzzles, board games, general hanging out)
6:00pm - 7:30pm: Dinner on campus
Day 3:
9:00am - 10:30am: Breakfast on campus
10:30am - 12:00pm: Frolf (Frisbee Golf w/ Ultimate discs) and Clarkson campus tour
12:00pm - 4:00pm: Beach day at Higley Flow park
4:00pm - 5:00pm: Shower/change
5:00pm - 7:30pm: Dinner with other PreO trips!
7:30pm - 9:00pm: Movie night
Day 4:
9:00am - 10:00am: Breakfast
10:00am - 11:30am: Frisbee Practice
11:30am - 12:00pm: Shower/change
12:00pm: Freedom!

Trip Leaders: Corey Delisa & Natalie Waterman
8-18 attendees
Registration fee: $175 

CUEMS is going to lead a tour of the North Country Emergency Services centered around Clarkson University. If you have any interest in emergency services, healthcare or simply getting CPR/AED/First aid certified, then CUEMS is the best place to start.
Run by two of CUEMS' EMT-B Crew Chiefs and instructors, CUEMS will provide an American Heart Association CPR/AED/First-Aid course as well as "Stop-The-Bleed" to all attending Pre-O members. YOU DO NOT NEED TO HAVE ANY PRIOR EXPERIENCE. 
After receiving your shiny new card, CUEMS will take you to tour all of our on-site resources: community resources such as Potsdam Rescue, Potsdam Fire, LifeNet and their fixed winged plane and Canton Potsdam Hospital. This is an educational as well as practical experience for anyone interested in the emergency response field, bettering the community, or getting to know more about healthcare.

Schedule of Activities:
Day 1: CUEMS Orientation day. Tour Clarkson University, CUEMS' standby room, Our response Vehicle Steve and get to know the Pre-O leaders. Take a sunset drive to our favorite place; STEWARTS!!

Day 2: CPR/AED/First-Aid and "Stop-The-Bleed" day. Get your AHA license, a "Stop-The-Bleed" certification and get affiliated officially with CUEMS for those interested. After dinner CUEMS will run an interactive training using the skills taught in the earlier session.

Day 3: Tour Day: We will start our tours of all of the local resources. A morning full of lights and sirens and even a plane. Lights, Sirens, and planes oh my! The afternoon will be led by Doug Wildermuth at EMS Education for Clarkson, discussing his stories and what EMS Ed offers. An evening enjoying the sights of Potsdam and exploring any place we have not got to see yet.

Day 4: Board Games and brunch with E-Board, meet the returning staff for coverage of all the first year student events!

Trip Leaders: TBD
10-15 attendees
Registration fee: $250

Before stepping into the classroom, step onto the job site! This hands-on pre-orientation program is designed to introduce you to Construction Engineering Management (CEM), campus life, and the many opportunities that await you. Construction professionals built this country, the world, literally: roads, bridges, infrastructure, homes, and buildings. CEM is a sub-discipline of Civil Engineering; it’s the performance side of civil engineering with many exciting career pathways.
You’ll explore active construction sites and see real-world engineering challenges up close. We’ll show you around campus, including the nuts and bolts, and introduce you to skills such as land surveying, structural planning, and project management. We’ll fly drones for aerial site analysis and learn how technology is transforming the industry. You’ll meet with our Clarkson CEM Consulting Group (C3G) and hear about their projects and the pre-professional services they provide to local towns, municipalities, and organizations.
#WeBuildYourFuture
Join us to connect with faculty, industry professionals, and fellow students while getting acclimated to Clarkson’s campus and our region.

Schedule of Activities:
Day 1:
Meet the Faculty
Icebreaker Bingo
Drones and Field Survey
Dinner & Movie
Day 2:
Breakfast
Travel to Construction Site
Construction Site Visit / Field Trip - Tentative
Burlington HS Construction Project with Whiting-Turner OR
Local Bridge Construction Project with JE Sheehan
Lunch
Day in the Life of a Golden Knight
Free Time/Transition
Dinner Out
Day 3:
Breakfast
Campus Tour/Finding Classes
Secrets for Academic Success
Lunch
C3G Showcase
Facilities Project Management Visit - Campus Bookstore Construction Close-out
Free Time/Transition
Dinner and Games
Day 4:
Breakfast with Alumni, Faculty, Staff and Returning Students
How to Get Ahead
(communication, professional development, opportunities)
Farewell & Group Aerial Photo

Participants will sign up for their top 3 trips they’d like to attend and the Outing Club VP will assign them to the trip that is best suited for their skill and experience level.

Trip costs: 

• Tuesday, August 19th, Move-In: $200
• Friday, August 15th, Move-In: $300
• Transfer Trip: $125 

Leaders
Séamus Fogerty 
Gavin Nichols

Move-In Day: Tuesday
Registration Fee: $200
Difficulty: Moderate - Hard
Min. # of Attendees: 3
Max. # of Attendees: 6
The Trip Map: https://caltopo.com/m/14SB0TV 

Enjoy the scenic views of the Adirondacks by starting at the core place at ADK Lodge. As we go through the trail to head to Marcy Dam Lean-to, we'll see the beautiful nature that surrounds the park. In addition to observing the natural waterways such as Lake Colden, we will also encounter several high peaks such as Mount Colden, Iroquois Peak, Algonquin Peak, and Wright Peak.

Itinerary:

Day 1: Heading to Avalanche Camp Lean-to, hike is around 3.20 miles. 

Day 2: We will be trekking through Avalanche Pass, which passes by Avalanche Lake. We'll be going up along the backside of Algonquin, where we'll get to three ADK high peaks that include Algonquin Peak, Iroquois, and Wright. We'll hike down and camp at Wright Peak campsite once we're done getting to the three mountains. Total mileage for the day will be 7 miles with a little 
over 2,614 feet for our highest elevation gain for the day when we're going to Algonquin Peak. 

Day 3: At the end of the trip we will head back to the ADK Lodge from Wright Peak campsite. Will be around 2.25 miles of hiking out. 
 

Leaders
Jon Wilson
Ben Montville

Move-In Day: Tuesday
Registration Fee: $200
Difficulty: Easy - Moderate
Min. # of Attendees: 3
Max. # of Attendees: 6
The Trip Map: https://caltopo.com/m/BJL6D00

We will be spending 3 days in the Hurricane Mountain Wilderness just north of Giant Mountain! We will be staying in a lean-to by lost pond each night. During the days we will be hiking around some of the small peaks as well as Hurricane Mountain which will give us views of the Adirondack Mountains and on a clear day Lake Champlain and the Green Mountains of Vermont. 

Itinerary:

Day 1: Low mileage full pack in. Maybe some peaks over at the Crows, many options for camping. 
Day 2: About 5 mile out and back up Hurricane for some of the best views in the Adirondacks and a firetower! 
Day 3: And we're out! About 2 miles of easy hiking so we can return to civilization and meet up with all the other pre-os for lunch. 

Leaders
Emily Milleville
Bernard Carroll
Nick Sheldon  

Move-In Day: Tuesday
Registration Fee: $200
Difficulty: OK for anyone
Min. # of Attendees: 3
Max. # of Attendees: 5
The Trip Map: https://caltopo.com/m/JTDV65G 

HALT! You there! Do you seek the greatest Pre-O trip to ever grace this earth? Look no further, because you’ve come to the right place. Join us on our quest to find the gneissest rocks the Southern Adirondacks has to offer. If you’re lucky enough to come along, you’ll spend your days catching lake views on the tops of our favorite cliffs, sampling gourmet crag snacks, and learning the climbing craft. When the sun gets low you’ll find yourself sitting around the fire playing cards, telling stories, and enjoying our fine camp cuisine. If the thought of trying climbing for the first time gives you the heebie jeebies, worry not! We were once in those shoes too. Give climbing one try and you’ll be hooked, the first one’s free anyway.

Itinerary:

Day 1: We’ll hit the road bright and early, and drive on down to the Queen of American Lakes. On our way we’ll take a pit stop at Ark Wall to show y’all the ropes. After a half-day of rope wrangling, we’ll waddle over to our campsite to set up our tents and hammock stacks. Us leaders will whip you up a delicious backcountry meal before we tuck in to the sound of bull frogs and crickets. 

Day 2: Now that we’ve learned a thing or two about climbing and geology, we can take our skills to even greater heights! Shelving Rock will be our home for the day, as we catch some panoramic lake vistas and sun ourselves on the talus fields. Before we head back to camp for the night, we can take a shower in a nearby waterfall or a dip in the crystal clear waters of Lake George.

Day 3: On our last day in the woods we’ll break camp and high tail it back to campus. Rest assured, you’ll make it back to your dorm with enough time to shower and return to civilization. 

Leaders
Shea Duffy
Ryan Meade
Jackson Hopkins
Raegan Joly

Move-In Day: Tuesday
Registration Fee: $200
Difficulty: Easy
Min. # of Attendees: 3
Max. # of Attendees: 4

Never mountain biked? No problem! Join four of CUOC’s sickest bikers and learn the basics to mountain biking in the beautiful scenery of the Adirondacks! We’re sticking to the easiest flow trails, eating the tastiest food, and gaining valuable biking experience you can use on Clarkson’s on-campus bike trails. Pretty much will be the chillest trip ever. No bike?? No problem!! The outing club has a fleet of full-suspension bikes juuust for you to borrow on this trip. On this trip you will have the opportunity to chill with BOTH of club’s bike chairs, so you know you're getting a high quality trip! With no experience required, there’s no reason to skip out on this one, and every reason to join Biking and Lavish Local Scenery.

Itinerary:

Day 1: Go over to Craig Woods, ride their flow trails. Eat at campground, hang out for the day. 

Day 2: Go to Dewey in the morning, ride there most of. Stop in Saranac, go swimming in Saranac Lake. Back to campground. 

Day 3: Pack up campsite and leave fairly early in the morning, arrive back on campus with time to bike in Back 40 (White Trail). 

Leaders
Jack Reed
Sam (Ogre) Ellingson
Tim Wilson 

Move-In Day: Tuesday
Registration Fee: $200
Difficulty: OK for anyone
Min. # of Attendees: 3
Max. # of Attendees: 5

This canoe trip will cover the day 2 section of the Adirondack Canoe Classic. We will paddle just over 30 miles over the course of three days, starting at Long Lake, winding through the Raqeutte River, and finishing at the beautiful Tupper Lake. This trip will bring you through a hidden gem of the 'dacks and Tim, Sam, and Jack will provide any and all beta regarding Clarkson, CUOC, or life. Fun is mandatory, laughs will be had, and we will be the coolest pre-o trip that runs.

Itinerary:

Day 1: Across long lake, 10 miles worth of paddling that will deliver us to a spectacular lean to. 

Day 2: 10 more miles of paddling only this time through the robust Raquette River. There will be a 1.5 mile portage around a section of falls. We will end at Axtion's Landing. 

Day 3: 10 MORE miles of exquisite paddling on the Raquette River, winding through the Adirondack Park. 

Leaders
Blake Bundesmann
Tanner Jennings
Kristi Rell 

Move-In Day: Tuesday
Registration Fee: $200
Difficulty: OK for anyone
Min. # of Attendees: 3
Max. # of Attendees: 5
The Trip Map: https://caltopo.com/m/R3106NV

If you've ever had any interest in rock climbing, this is your trip. Enjoy relaxed climbing (no experience needed) in the beautiful Chapel pond pass area in the Adirondack state park, within walking distance of our base camp at the chapel pond campsites. We will be serving gourmet meals cooked over our stove and campfire, telling stories, slacklining, swimming, fishing if you so desire, singing campfire songs and otherwise enjoying the beauty of the surrounding forests, mountains cliffs and canyon. Come as you are, we have all the gear your heart could desire. 

Itinerary:

Day 1: Setting up a base camp and climbing at Jewels and Gems Crag and swimming and resting and relaxing in the evening 

Day 2: Going to the Tilmans Arete climbing area 

Day 3: Going to upper/lower Beer Walls climbing area 

Leaders
Kyleigh Gradwell
Mikah Patterson

Move-In Day: Transfer Move-In 
Registration Fee: $125
Difficulty: Easy 
Min. # of Attendees: 4
Max. # of Attendees: 8
The Trip Map: https://caltopo.com/m/C13GKNV

We will start the day hiking Mt. Jo (a couple mile hike) to a scenic view of the high peaks. Then, after checking out the Heart Lake area, we will hike into Marcy Dam and chef up a backcountry snack/lunch. Just like the name, this trip is short and simple. We don't have to work hard to get killer views!

Itinerary:

Day 1: Depart from school: 6:30am (for parking purposes). Arrive at Loj parking lot: 7:15am. Mount Jo Hike: starts at Heart Lake/ADK Loj, 2.5mi round trip, 800ft elevation gain Marcy Dam Hike: starts at same trailhead, 4.3mi round trip 

Leaders
Jace Leckie
Wyatt Dubois
Josh Billow 

Move-In Day: Friday
Registration Fee: $300
Difficulty: Moderate - Hard
Min. # of Attendees: 4
Max. # of Attendees: 5
The Trip Map: https://caltopo.com/m/FE8066A 

What's up Loam Hounds! When you join this trip, you're in for an epic week mountain biking adventure. We will be ripping the $&*@ out of Stowe Vermont. We'll have premium camping and way better food than the hiking trips because we aren't carrying it and can basically cook. The leaders here are amped up to show some new guys what the Green
Mountains have to offer. Stowe changes terrain vastly from highland sized dirt jumps and wood lips to steep singletrack loamers. Our trip will be hitting the classic Vermont triangle, Perry Hill, Driving Range, and Cady Hill. These trails are some of Vermonts best riding, if not in the east. If you are down for long days, lots of yelling, and plenty of gnar, this trip is for you! 

Itinerary:

Day 1: We leave for the campground and set up camp. We go ride cadie hill until it gets dark, from here we can access sill levels, then when the kids get tired or it gets dark, we will head back to camp and make dinner. 

Day 2: Day 2 we wake up and go to Perry Hill. When the kids get hungry we will come back to the parking lot for lunch, and then continue riding. When everyone is tired, we will head back to camp and make dinner for the kids. 

Day 3: Day 3 we ride the driving range. When the kids get hungry we ride back to the cars for lunch and then we go ride again. When everyone is tired and done riding, we will head back to camp and make dinner again. 

Day 4: We will make breakfast and pack up camp and head back to school. 

Leaders
Mia Greco
Sam Carusone

Move-In Day: Friday
Registration Fee: $300
Difficulty: Moderate - Hard
Min. # of Attendees: 3
Max. # of Attendees: 6
The Trip Map: https://caltopo.com/m/Q9FN970  

Get ready to make great memories hiking in the great range! We will be camping in a lean to in the beautiful eastern high peaks region and climbing several unbelievable mountains. Come get views of mountain lakes on saddleback peak and climb the cables to the summit of Mt. Gothics. We’ve got the best backcountry food you will ever eat and many stories and skills to share. You don’t wan a miss this epic journey to start your life at clarkson! 

Itinerary:

Day 1: We will start at the Garden Trailhead and hike about 4 chill miles with full packs into John Brooks Lodge where we have a reserved campsite. 

Day 2: Leaving from JBL in the morning with just day packs up two Adirondack high peaks, Saddleback and Gothics. This is a trail with challenging elevation and terrain. 

Day 3: Hiking from JBL with day packs to Lower Wolfjaw, another ADK high peak. 

Day 4: Hiking out from our JBL campsite back to the Garden Trailhead .

Leaders
Megan Kelsch
Kai Kendrick
Trevor Schnoor
Owen Keal

Move-In Day: Friday
Registration Fee: $300
Difficulty: Moderate
Min. # of Attendees: 4
Max. # of Attendees: 4

Get ready for an epic mountain biking adventure in the heart of the Adirondacks! We’ll hit legendary trails like Craigwood, Pisgah, and Otis, with a mix of flowy descents and technical challenges that’ll keep you on your toes. Off the bike, we’ll cool down with some swimming and sightseeing in this jaw-droppingly beautiful area. Whether you’re shredding or just 

Itinerary:

Day 1: We wake up and eat breakfast, and decide we are going to drive to Pisgah/Dewey. We ride a couple trails there for the day and go and see Saranac Lake. Then we go back to the campground and cook dinner. 

Day 2: We wake up and eat breakfast, and decide we are going to drive to Hardy Rd. We ride a couple trails there for the day and go swimming at the Flume trails. Then we go back to the campground and cook dinner. 

Day 3: We wake up and eat breakfast, and decide we are going to drive to Elizabethtown/Otis Mountain. We ride a couple trails there for the day and take it chill to account for the fact that we may be tired. Then we go back to the campground and cook dinner. 

Day 4: We check in with the kids and see how they feel energy wise. We will go to CraigWood mountain bike trails for a more chill day and see how the day goes based off of kids energy. 

Leaders
Owen Gandt
Jasper Wiech 

Move-In Day: Friday
Registration Fee: $300
Difficulty: Easy - Moderate
Min. # of Attendees: 3
Max. # of Attendees: 6
The Trip Map: https://caltopo.com/m/70GDBKC

Come enjoy one of the most incredibly beautiful spots in the Adirondacks with two (almost) ADK 46ers and both current CUOC backcountry ski chairs! We’ll be hiking in to the incredible Lake Colden to camp and cook at one of the most unbelievable cooking locations of all time, Beaver Point campsite. We’ll be cheffing up some delicious vegetarian meals so good you won’t even believe they’re cooked on a camp stove. We’ll be hiking Mt. Colden, one of the beautiful high peaks, and passing by some of the coolest ski lines in the ADKs! We’re hype to go outside with you, and can’t wait to lead the best preo backpacking trip!

Itinerary:

Day 1: Hike in to Lake Colden to Beaver Point for camping. This is about 6 miles of hiking, but minimal elevation gain. 

Day 2: Hiking Mt. Colden. This is a less than 2 miles hike to the summit of one of the coolest peaks in the high peaks. If you haven’t hiked in the ADKs, this is an incredible introduction. We’re staying at the same campsite, so we can take a light pack for the day and it’s an easier daypack hike, then back to our campsite with all our gear!

Day 3: Hanging around the beautiful bountiful Lake Colden, then eventually venturing up onto Mt. Marshall to check out a plane crash site! This is an easy hike, and a really cool site, we can even sit in the airplane’s fuselage!! 

Day 4: Make breakfast, pack up camp, and hike back out to the ADK Loj. This will be a similar day to the first one, but backwards!! 

Leaders
Emily King
Melaina Randall
Lauren Marci

Move-In Day: Friday
Registration Fee: $300
Difficulty: OK for anyone
Min. # of Attendees: 3
Max. # of Attendees: 5
The Trip Map: https://caltopo.com/map.html#ll=44.37915,-74.29951&z=13&b=mbt&a=c 

Looking for a relaxing, but exciting trip to introduce you to Clarkson? This historic canoe route is the trip for you (the trip for anyone, and everyone!). Explore the beauty of the Adirondacks while paddling the Seven Carries. Start Day One off with a beautiful paddle through Little Clear Pond, a brief portage to get to Saint Regis Pond (we promise it's not that bad), and enjoy the rest of the day relaxing at the lakefront campsite swimming, fishing, and eating a delicious hot meal. On day two, pond hopping begins! We will paddle through four lovely ponds, each with their own beautiful views, and do small portages in between. On day three, we will back track and explore more mini ponds. On the final morning, we will wake up early and catch a lovely sunrise on our short paddle back to the boat launch!

Itinerary:

Day 1: We will start the day with a peaceful paddle across Little Clear Pond and a short 0.5-mile portage to Saint Regis Pond. Once on Saint Regis Pond we will explore the many campsites and find the best view of the pond to set up camp. This will take up most of our day, filled with paddling, relaxing and swimming. 

Day 2: On day two we will pond hop up to Green Pond, Little Long Pond, Bear Pond, and Bog Pond. Paddling short distances and carrying up to a mile in total. Each pond offers different views and calming scenery. 

Day 3: On the third day we can paddle back towards Saint Regis Pond, and can explore other small ponds around Saint Regis Pond. 

Day 4: We will be leaving this morning, doing a short carry from Saint Regis Pond to Little Clear Pond and paddling back to the boat launch. 

Additional Note: “If the original plan does not work, we can hangout and paddle on Little Clear Pond. This trip is very versatile and can be adapted to the skill set of the students who go on our trip.”

Leaders
Nyk Jessiman
Zach Rosenthal
Grady Kaminski 

Move-In Day: Friday
Registration Fee: $300
Difficulty: OK for anyone
Min. # of Attendees: 3
Max. # of Attendees: 5
The Trip Map: https://caltopo.com/m/BTKEFM5

'Knock Knock" Who's there? CANOE "CANOE WHO?" CAN YOU COME ON THE MOST THRILLING CANOEING ADVENTURE OF YOUR LIFE. Have you ever heard of trout? Or the Adirondacks (ALSO KNOWN AS THE MOST CHILL PLACE ON EARTH I.E. Mountains and did I say trout?) We will be canoeing down several lakes (with the current) while catching TROUT or Bass, pickerel, sunfish, pike or just fish. Along the way we will swim and walk up to a very scenic view overlooking the water. During the nights we will be camping in lean to's and for our last night we will be staying at not your average campground. This trip consists of 25 miles of paddling so our days will be spent in the sun and on the water. 

Itinerary:

Day 1: We will launch on Blue Lake and paddle to the entrance of a river and stay at a lean-to. 

Day 2: On day 2 we will paddle down to Racquette Lake fishing and swimming along the way. 

Day 3: We will paddle to Long Lake with a portage around Buttermilk Falls. We will fish, swim and explore all the surrounding area has to offer. 

Day 4: Catch a trout and head out

Image

Major: Environmental Engineering 
Graduation Year: 2026 
Hello Everybody! My name is Robert Greenberg. I am the Vice President of the Outing Club and the man behind the program. This means if you have any questions that you want to ask about pre-o, I'm your guy. My email is greenbrj@clarkson.edu. With that, here's a little about me! I am an environmental engineering major from Orange County, NY. I am an Eagle Scout, a Green Bay Packers fan, a diehard fisherman, a decent hunter, someone who dabbles in some hiking, and a big fan of milk. I love playing soccer, tennis, spike ball, and many other sports. I look forward to meeting all of you, and please don't hesitate to ask me any questions.

Image

Major: Political Science 
Graduation Year: 2026 
Hey! My name is Jack and I'm from Northern Virginia, right outside of Washington DC. I love getting outside any way that I can. Whether that be climbing, paddling, backcountry snowboarding, or just going for walks on the Munter Trail, being outside is the best. Pre-o is going to be an elite experience and you should definitely go on my paddling trip. The 'dacks have an infinite amount of experiences to offer and pre-o is just a small taste.

Image

Major: Mechanical Engineering 
Graduation Year: Fall 2025 
Hi nice to meet you my name's Jon, I'm a Super Senior Mechanical Engineering Major so I've been around for a while lol. I have been in love with the outing club since my freshman year pre-o trip and doing all sorts of fun stuff with fun people (outside of course) and want to share that with you. I have been the hiking chair for club in the past and have been hiking and backpacking around the Adirondacks since I've been up here and have fallen in love with the area and hope you will too. 

Image

Major: Business Intelligence & Data Analytics 
Graduation Year: Fall 2025 
Hey there! My name is Séamus, I’m a senior here at Clarkson University. Some of the many outdoor sports that I enjoy are hiking, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, and others. Looking forward to seeing everyone coming to Clarkson who are excited to see what we have in store in the outing club, and who are curious about exploring in the Adirondacks! 

Image

Major: Mechanical engineering 
Graduation Year: 2026 
My name is Mia, I am a junior Mechanical Engineering major. I spend all my time outside biking, climbing, skiing and climbing but hiking is my main sport and what made me fall in love with going outside. I grew up camping and learning survival skills with my brother and CUOC has only helped grow my love for the Adirondacks. I am a wilderness first responder, have CPR and
Stop The Bleed certifications and have hiked over 20 high peaks, making me well equipped to lead this backpacking trip. I am super excited for pre o and to help more people explore a place I love! 

Image

Major: Biology 
Graduation Year: 2026 
Hi there! I’m Sam and I’m crazy for all things outdoors! I participate in all parts of club but you can always find me with a fishing rod in hand or on a scenic mountaintop. I am currently one of the canoe chairs but I used to be hiking chair and fishing chair. I have lots of experience doing everything from biking to skiing in all seasons, but I love meeting new people and learning from them too! Most of all, I love sharing my favorite activities with anyone who’s as excited for adventure as I am. 

Image

Major: Civil Engineering 
Graduation Year: 2026 
Hi everyone! My name is Lauren! I love all things outdoors: fly fishing, camping, climbing, canoeing, you name it. I am super excited to be leading the best pre-orientation trip this year. We will be pond hopping, cooking good food and having a great time doing it. Paddling in the 'dacks is elite and this trip is sure to prove it.

Image

Major: Aerospace and Mechanical engineering 
Graduation Year: 2026 
Hey! My name is Sam Ellingson and I’m from Plainfield, New Hampshire, near Dartmouth College. I am a Senior, and I am double majoring in Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering, but more importantly I am the CUOC sock wrestling champion, and I love spending time outside no matter what I’m doing. When there isn’t snow on the ground I can be found biking, hiking, climbing, and just generally messing around in the outdoors. Over the winter I just try to get as many days on skis as I can, whether resort, backcountry, or cross country. I will be leading a canoe trip, and I plan to get up to as much fun as possible. I hope to be able to spice up our trip with canoe tipping, battleship and the ability to make a great pan of backcountry brownies. I went on a Pre-O my freshman year and I could not recommend it enough so you all should sign up for one! 

Image

Major: Environmental Science and Policy, 
Graduation Year: 2026 
Oh hey there! If you’re reading this, stop right now and apply for my pre-o, LILA 190. I’m a rising junior who spends as much time as possible outside. I mostly ski and climb, which are by far the coolest things to do in the mountains. I also play violin, bass, and guitar, if you sign up for my pre-o, your ears will be blessed with my fine musical repertoire. Hope to see you soon. 

Image

Major: Aerospace Engineering 
Graduation Year: 2026 
Hi there, I’m Nyk and I’m a senior this year. I use she/her, they/them and he/him pronouns, and honestly, I don’t know much about TROUT and fishing, but I’m pretty great at the canoeing part. In the outing club I’ve been in charge of whitewater kayaking for like, three years now, and I’m also the president of blacksmithing club at Clarkson. I love skiing and getting lost in the back 40, which is not hard if you try walking on one of the bike paths. You should definitely come hang out with me and Zach and Grady for your pre-o trip, it’s gonna be so much fun and you won’t wanna miss out. Bonus points if you come with some stellar book recommendations, I can legit talk about books for hours, try me.

Image

Major: Computer Engineering & Software Engineering 
Graduation Year: 2026 
Hey hi, how ya dern. My name says Bernard but y’all can call me Bernie. I’m a previous Secretary and White Water Chair of the Clarkson University Outing Club. This is my third year leading a pre-o and I'm super excited! I grew up in Buffalo, NY (GO BILLS!!!) and spend a lot of my outdoor time hiking, backpacking, kayaking, and climbing here at Clarkson. I also play club soccer and pickup basketball. Anyway, y’all should definitely pick my trip and I can’t wait to meet y’all!

Image

Major: Engineering and Management 
Graduation Year: 2027 
Enjoyer of touching rocks, being outside and adventures. I ski when there’s snow , I’ve been known to canoe, and of course as a CUOC climbing chair I climb occasionally. I cannot wait to share my stoke under the sun as we experience the best climbing the Adirondacks have to offer. I just wish you all were as stoked as me. 

Image

Major: Civil Engineering 
Graduation Year: 2027 
Heyo! 
My name is Emily and I am a junior studying Civil Engineering. More importantly I love the outdoors, whether it’s climbing, skiing, slack-lining, biking, or the occasional hike. Of all the things there are to do outside climbing is definitely the best, gimme a small boulder, a huge cliff line, maybe even some ice, I’m on it. I am one of the current climbing chairs of Cuoc and am a certified Wilderness first responder, so there is no need to fret over the uncertainties of the backcountry, I’ve got you covered. I’m super stoked to take ya’ll on an adventure in the ‘dacks for a few days, my goal is for this to be one of the most fun trips of your first semester! I can’t wait to meet everyone and show you some of the finest climbing of your life! 

Image

Major: Computer Science 
Graduation Year: Fall 2025 
Hey, I'm Nick, and I'll be leading one of the climbing trips! This fall will be my last semester at Clarkson studying computer science. I've spent the last few years climbing rock and ice all over the 'daks and beyond. I'm also a wilderness first responder and single pitch instructor, so I've had some practice holding on to the brake strand. You'll probably hear my tin whistle playing before you see me coming!

Image

Major: Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering 
Graduation Year: 2026 
Hey hi!! My name is Owen Gandt, I’m a rising senior, and I am so excited to lead the best backpacking pre-o!! I’m former mountain biking chair and pre-o leader, former CUOC president, and current backcountry ski and slacklining chair. I’m a NOLS alumni and trained in AIARE 1 through the Outing Club, and I’m super excited to meet our next year of members! 

Image

Major: Mechanical Engineering 
Graduation Year: 2026 
Hey guys! I'm leading the Cranking Through the 'Daks pre-o. Some of my favorite things to do at school is mountain bike, ski, and hang out with my friends. I'm excited to lead another year of pre-o! 

Image

Major: Mechanical Engineering 
Graduation Year: 2026 
Hey there! My name is Kai and I grew up biking, hiking, and paddling in the great state of Vermont! I am leading the "Crankin' Through the 'Dacks" mountain biking Pre-o trip this year and I'm proud to say it's my 3rd year leading them! I went on a hiking pre-o as a freshman and loved it so much I decided I wanted to lead them. I am super excited to meet everyone and ride bikes this fall! 

Image

Major: Civil Engineering 
Graduation Year: 2027 
I’m Jack, but you won’t hear a single person call me that name. I bike, ski, and I like hiking as long as there’s two wheels under me at all times. I’m known to be the best chef in CUOC but don’t ask around. If you want to ride sick trails, have some real fun and eat good food, come on my pre-o. 

Image

Major: Mechanical Engineering 
Graduation Year: 2026 
Howdy folks. My name is Wyatt, and I'm from smack dab in the middle of New York State. You can usually find me outside avoiding confusing technology mumbo jumbo. I particularly enjoy riding my bicycle, skiing, and walking up large hills. My other interests include chocolate, fire, and of course bikes. Be sure to sign up for a bike pre-o because we're gonna have a blast. Catch ya outside! 

Image

Major: Mechanical Engineering 
Graduation Year: 2027
Hi! I'm Trevor, (aka Honk Schoo, because of my last name of course) and I'm a junior mechanical engineering major. I ride bikes, fix bikes, and also occasionally crash/break bikes. I also do a lot of other outdoor activities like hiking, fishing, xc skiing, tele skiing, and split/snowboarding. I am the current CUOC secretary, but I'm still an active member of the bike club and love racing with them on the weekends during the fall. I also love going out on rides whenever with whoever. Pre-o's are sick, especially the biking ones so yea gonna be lit we gonna ride bikes and shred yay. 

Image

Major: Environmental Science & Policy 
Graduation Year: 2026 
I’ve been a part of cuoc for 3 years now and have done so many fun things with these peeps! I love to backpack, mountainbike, and xc ski. Through cuoc I got into climbing, canoeing, and fishing and I still have more sports to try! Hope to see y'all outside! 

Image

Major: Engineering and Management + Project Management Minor 
Graduation Year: 2026 
Hi there! My name is Jerry and I am a Junior studying Engineering and Management with a minor in Quality Based Project Management. I serve as CUOC’s First Aid Chair, so it’s my responsibility to make sure you all stay safe and can enjoy your Pre-O trips as much as possible! Outside of CUOC, I am the Chief of Clarkson University EMS and hold numerous instructor certifications in everything from First Aid to CPR to Stop The Bleed. While I won’t be going out on your trips, I’ll be on campus to welcome you to the Clarkson community and make sure your trips are safe and awesome!

Image

Major: Aerospace Engineering 
Graduation Year: 2028 
Hi! I'm Tim, I am from Vermont and have been canoeing my whole life. I canoe a lot on Lake Champlain. I've also been canoeing many times in the Adirondacks. In addition to canoeing, I love climbing and skiing. One of the best trips that I have done is an overnight canoe trip on Lake Lila to climb the cliff on the other end. Look forward to meeting all of you!

Image

Major: Electrical Engineering 
Graduation Year: 2028 
Hey! I’m Melaina, a sophomore majoring in electrical engineering. I’m from Westerville, Ohio. I love all things outdoors and exploring the Adirondacks. I spent my first year of college hiking, climbing, skiing and canoeing, and I am so excited to introduce incoming students to everything Clarkson and CUOC have to offer. I cannot wait to lead the most fun canoeing pre-o! 

Image

Major: Bio, Pre-Med 
Graduation Year: 2026 
Fish love her, men fear her. 

Image

Major: Civil Engineering 
Graduation Year: 2027 
What’s up creatures, I’m Grady. I’m gonna lead you guys down some wicked gnarly canoe lines we’re gonna slay trout and have a good time. I know the lake pretty well and we’ll have nonstop fun. My life revolves around being a great troutosopher and the outdoors. I’m from the green mountains of Vermont and growing up I spent my time hunting, fishing, canoeing, dirt biking, mountain biking, skiing, hiking, and canoeing obviously. Sign yourself up for this canoe trip and you will not regret it. 

Image

Major: Civil Engineering 
Graduation Year: 2028 
Hey there, my name is Zach. I’m from New Hampshire and have grown up hunting, fishing, and skiing in the mountains. I’ve also been known to dabble in biking, and pretty much anything else in the outdoors. When I’m not outdoors, you can find me tearing apart an old engine, and restoring it to its former glory. Pre-O is gonna be sick, hope to see you there. 

Image

Major: Civil Engineering 
Graduation Year: 2028 
I've been mountain biking since 2020 and have loved the sport since. I went on the Pre-O trip last year as an incoming freshman and it was one of my favorite experiences and I still hang out with my fellow Pre-O mates. I am always down for more biking. 

Image

Major: Civil and Environmental Engineering 
Graduation Year: 2027 
Hi!!! I’m Raegan, I’m from Vermont, and I could be leading you on an introduction to mountain biking trip! Outdoors, I like to xc ski, garden, mountain bike, and farm sheep. I’m currently an xc chair for cuoc. I started biking about a year ago (I’m still learning!) and joined mountain bike club in the fall. Biking and cuoc have been an absolute blast and you should totally go on my pre-o to meet and join some pretty cool people! 

Image

Major: Civil Engineering 
Graduation Year: 2028 
Hi! I'm Shea, one of the bike chairs! I've been biking for about 5 years, and I think it's the best way to get outside. I'm super pumped for pre-o it's going to be sick! 

Image

Major: Mechanical Engineering 
Graduation Year: 2028 
Hi everyone, my name is Ben Rosenthal, and I am a sophomore mechanical engineer. I am from New Hampshire, and have grown up fishing, hunting, skiing, and more importantly biking in the White Mountains. I am super excited to go rip some super sick trails this trip with everyone. If you’re looking for a great adventure with awesome biking then join this pre-o. 

Image

Major: Engineering and Management
Graduation Year: 2026 
Hello, my name is Jace and I am a junior majoring in engineering and management. I am the vice president of the mountain bike club and an active member in the outing club. I like to rip bikes, snowboards and the occasional mild hiking trail. Come rip the sickest pre-o where I will most definitely not crash my bike. 

Image

Major: Mechanical Engineering 
Graduation Year: 2027 
Hi I'm Josh, I am a sophomore mechanical engineer. I'm from New Hampshire and I ride bikes a lot. I also snowboard, surf and a lot of other stuff. Join a bike pre-o for some great riding and a good time. 

Image

Major: Aerospace Engineering 
Graduation Year: 2028 
Hi, my name is Owen Keal, I am a sophomore in aerospace engineering. I grew up in Saranac Lake, I have spent my entire life mountain biking and skiing. Last year I got 5th place at collegiate nationals! This year I am pumped to see all of the new riders who come to Clarkson this year. 

Major: Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering 
Graduation Year: 2026 
Hey hi!! My name is Owen Gandt, I’m a rising senior, and I am so excited to lead the best backpacking pre-o!! I’m former mountain biking chair and pre-o leader, former CUOC president, and current backcountry ski and slacklining chair. I’m a NOLS alumni and trained in AIARE 1 through the Outing Club, and I’m super excited to meet our next year of members!

Image

Major: Civil Engineering 
Graduation Year: 2027 
Yooooooo, my name is Jasper, I'm a junior, (I'm the best skier on the mountain), and I'm super hyped to be leading a pre-o this year. I grew up in the heart of the Adirondack Mountains so I know this area like the back of my hand. I have hiked (almost) all the ADK 46ers including Colden which is our pre-o's objective. While hiking is cool, I would always rather be skiing. I'm the backcountry ski chair for CUOC and I'm super excited because our hike is going to take us right past some the the classic BC lines in the 'Dacks (and I will be talking about them). Outside of CUOC I am on the E board for mountain bike club (highly encourage you check us out if bikes are your thing). So yeah, sign up for my pre-o, or someone else's, you will have a great time and an awesome introduction to Clarkson from the sickest people here!

Image

Major: Mechanical Engineering 
Graduation Year: 2028 
Hello I’m Ben, I’m a mechanical engineering student at Clarkson. I enjoy hiking, fishing, hunting, and most other outdoor activities. I’m an active individual and most of the time I’m looking for the next adventure to partake in. As a well seasoned outdoorsman I enjoy both the easy and relaxing activities and some more extreme and challenging activities. 

Image

Major: Mechanical Engineering 
Graduation Year: 2028 
My name is Gavin, I’m from Syracuse, NY and I’m a Mechanical Engineering major. I’m outside every chance I get whether it’s hiking, skiing, fishing, or biking. I can also cook some of the best backcountry meals you’ll ever have! 

Image

Major: Civil Engineering 
Graduation Year: 2027 
Junior, grimping chair, grandpa reed's favorite kid. 

Image

Major: Computer Science 
Graduation Year: Fall 2025 
Hi! I’m Kristi, a senior Computer Science student. I love spending time outside, playing the guitar, and painting. I got into climbing a couple years ago through the outing club, and I’m hoping to pass on the stoke :) So excited to meet you guys and share all the good that climbing brings!

Image

Major: Environmental Engineering 
Graduation Year: 2027 
Hey! I’m Kyleigh. I'm leading the transfer day hike. I’m a rising junior majoring in Environmental Engineering. Within club, I am fishing chair and forest management chair. Pretty much all there is to know about me is I love fishing, talking about fishing, and teaching people how to fish. No 
special interest at all. Hiking is also pretty cool ;). I went on a backpacking pre-o my freshman year, and it’s still one of my favorite memories. I hope you choose to sign up for one too!