ROPE offers a variety of trips each semester that are designed for all experience levels. ROPE trips are available to all students, staff, and faculty of Rice University, as well as members of the Recreation Center. All trip registrations include transportation, meals on the trail, outdoor equipment, and facilitation from our Adventure Trip Leaders. Please review trip itineraries before registration for additional information regarding activity level, trip meetings, and personal equipment necessary for participation.
Registration links close when trips are full, or the registration deadline has passed.
| DATE | TRIP | LOCATION | PRICE | ITINERARY and Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Featured Spring Trips with Early Bird Discounts | ||||
| Feb 12 - Feb 15 | Coastal Kayaking | Mustang Island & South Padre Island Natl. Seashore | $200/225 | Register |
| March 14 - March 21 | Coastal Kayaking | Lake Powell - Glen Canyon NRA | $600/650 | Register |
| Spring 2026 Season | Registration Opens January 2 & 23 | |||
| January 24-25 | Backpacking | Little Lake Creek Wilderness | $55 | Register |
| January 31- February 1 | Backpacking | Lone Star National Rec Trail | $55 | Register |
| February 5 | Kayaking Roll Session | Rec Center | Free | More Info |
| February 7-8 | Wilderness First Aid Course | Rec Center | $240 | Register |
| February 12-15 | Coastal Kayaking | Mustang Island & South Padre Island Natl. Seashore | $200/225 | Register |
| February 18 | Kayak Roll Session | Rec Center | Free | Register |
| February 21 - 22 | Camping | Pedernales Falls State Park | $70 | Register |
| February 26 | Kayak Rolling Session | Rec Center | Free | More Info |
| February 28 - March 1 | Camp & Kayak | Guadalupe River - Come and Take It Paddle Trail | $80 | Register |
| March 1 | Day Hiking | McKinney Falls State Park | $35 | Register |
| March 4 | Kayak Roll Session | Rec Center | Free | More Info |
| March 7 | Day Kayaking | Trinity River NWR | $45 | Register |
| March 8 | Day Kayaking | Trinity River NWR | $45 | Register |
| March 12 | Kayak Roll Session | Rec Center | Free | More Info |
| March 14-21 | Coastal Kayaking | Lake Powell - Glen Canyon NRA | $600/650 | Register |
| March 28 | Day Hike | Brazos Bend State Park | $45 | Register |
| March 29 | Day Kayaking | Colorado River - Columbus Bend Paddle Trail | $45 | Register |
| April 2 | Kayak Roll Session | Rec Center | Free | More Info |
| April 5 | Day Kayaking | Brazoria NWR | $45 | Register |
| April 15 | Kayak Roll Session | Rec Center | Free | More Info |
| April 18 | Beach Trip | Surfside Beach | $25 | Register |
| April 19 | Day Kayaking | Colorado River - Columbus Bend Paddle Trail | $45 | Register |
| May 7-16 | Mountain Backpacking | Gila Wilderness, NM | $300/350 | Register |
If you have additional questions, please email rope@rice.edu
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Adventure Trip Participation Policy
All pre-trip meetings, if included with the adventure, require mandatory attendance.
Pre-trip meetings are vital to the success of an adventure. It’s in these meetings that important information is shared, equipment is issued, questions are asked and answered, and participants can play an active role in the trip preparation process. Absence from a pre-trip meeting forfeits both spot on the trip and all registration fees.
Participants are responsible for reviewing trip itineraries and understanding eligibility requirements.
Some of our excursions are physically challenging and well away from front country care. To ensure the health and safety of ALL participants, it’s imperative that participants be objective and honest about fitness and experience levels. Registrations that include false or misleading information are subject to cancellation and forfeiture of fees.
Take time to disconnect.
ROPE trips offer students a chance to disengage from everyday habits by offering full immersion experiences. Phones may be used as cameras, but all connectivity must be turned off while on trail.
Just say no.
Alcohol, tobacco, nicotine, and recreational drugs or products are strictly prohibited on all ROPE trips and experiences.
Cancellations, Refunds and Deposits, Oh My.
For single day adventures, refunds will be granted, less a $15 administrative fee, if made more than 10 days from the scheduled event. Multi-day adventures include a non-refundable deposit that will also be withheld. Registrants who cancel less than 10 days from the trip will not be eligible for a refund.
Trips may be cancelled for severe weather, road conditions, recreation area closures, instructor illness, or registration numbers. In the event ROPE should need to cancel a trip, we will schedule an alternative date, issue a full credit, or refund for registration fees.
Adventure Trip Participation Policy agreement is required before registering for a trip.
Adventure Trip Participation Policy
All pre-trip meetings, if included with the adventure, require mandatory attendance.
Pre-trip meetings are vital to the success of an adventure. It’s in these meetings that important information is shared, equipment is issued, questions are asked and answered, and participants can play an active role in the trip preparation process. Absence from a pre-trip meeting forfeits both spot on the trip and all registration fees.
Participants are responsible for reviewing trip itineraries and understanding eligibility requirements. Some of our excursions are physically challenging and well away from front country care. To ensure the health and safety of ALL participants, it’s imperative that participants be objective and honest about fitness and experience levels. Registrations that include false or misleading information are subject to cancellation and forfeiture of fees.
Take time to disconnect.
ROPE trips offer students a chance to disengage from everyday habits by offering full immersion experiences. Phones may be used as cameras, but all connectivity must be turned off while on trail.
Just say no.
Alcohol, tobacco, nicotine, and recreational drugs or products are strictly prohibited on all ROPE trips and experiences.
Cancellations, Refunds and Deposits, Oh My.
For single day adventures, refunds will be granted, less a $15 administrative fee, if made more than 10 days from the scheduled event. Multi-day adventures include a non-refundable deposit that will also be withheld. Registrants who cancel less than 10 days from the trip will not be eligible for a refund.
Trips may be cancelled for severe weather, road conditions, recreation area closures, instructor illness, or registration numbers. In the event ROPE should need to cancel a trip, we will schedule an alternative date, issue a full credit, or refund for registration fees.
To agree to the terms of the Adventure Trip Participation Policy and proceed with the registration process, click the button below.