BEMIDJI, Minn. (August 9, 2011) — Bemidji State University’s Outdoor Program Center kicks off its fall activity schedule on Monday, Aug. 15, with an introduction to the weight room.
Aug. 15 - Introduction to the Weight Room, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Learn proper use of weight machines and free weights. Free.
Location: Gillett Recreation and Fitness Center
More information: http://www.bemidjistate.edu/students/recreation/calendar/recreation/2011/08/15
Aug. 16 - Paddle to the State Park, departs at noon. Free; contact OPC at (218) 755-2999 to register.
Location: OPC Boathouse; Diamond Point Park
More information: http://www.bemidjistate.edu/students/recreation/calendar/recreation/2011/08/16
Aug. 17 - Kayak Skills II Course, 6-8 p.m.
Location: OPC Boathouse; Diamond Point Park
More information: http://www.bemidjistate.edu/students/recreation/calendar/recreation/2011/08/17
Aug. 20 - Kayak Safety Course, 1-4 p.m.
Location: OPC Boathouse; Diamond Point Park
More information: http://www.bemidjistate.edu/students/recreation/calendar/recreation/2011/08/20
Aug. 24 - Sailing Clinic, 1-3 p.m. Small boat safety and basic knotting, rigging and capsize procedures intended for beginning sailors. Call (218) 755-2900 for more information or to register.
Location: OPC Boathouse; Diamond Point Park
More information: http://www.bemidjistate.edu/students/recreation/calendar/recreation/2011/08/24
For more information, and to confirm dates and times for all OPC activities, please call the Outdoor Program Center offices at (218) 755-2999.
ONLINE
• Bemidji State Campus Recreation: http://www.bemidjistate.edu/students/recreation/
About the Outdoor Program Center
Bemidji State University’s nationally-recognized Outdoor Program Center is part of a diverse and active Department of Campus Recreation. The center is dedicated to providing the university and public with outdoor experiences which allow participants to enjoy the outdoors, explore personal potential, and develop a respect and understanding of the Earth’s natural systems and accompanying responsibilities.
About Bemidji State University Bemidji State University, located in northern Minnesota's lake district, occupies a beautiful campus along the shore of Lake Bemidji. The University enrolls nearly 5,000 students annually and offerings include more than 65 undergraduate majors and 13 graduate programs encompassing the liberal arts, interdisciplinary studies and applied fields. The University is a member of the Minnesota State College and Universities System and has a faculty and staff of nearly 600. University signature themes include environmental stewardship, civic engagement and global/multicultural understanding. For further information about the University, visit our web site at: http://www.bemidjistate.edu.