North Georgia Outdoor Pursuits

What's new at the wall this fall??? Lead climbing! Wall staff have been working diligently to bring this more technical based climbing to our wall-family. Get ready to send it this fall! #outdoorpursuits #goleadexplore

Today is Nature Photography Day! Get outside and caputre some memories! #outdoorpursuits #goleadexplore #naturephotographyday

Today is National Trail Day! Celebrate by volunteering with a trail maintenance group, researching trail access issues, or by just getting out and exploring what your local trail systems have to offer! #goleadexplore #outdoorpursuits #nationaltrailday

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Need assistance planning your next summer getaway? Let us help! Whether you need equipment rentals, maps, or locations, Outdoor Pursuits' Staff is available to help you get outdoors this summer! Stop by the Equipment Rental Shop at the Rec Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays (10a-12p) or call (706) 867-2549 to get started.

Along with Equipment Rental closing briefly after the semester ends, the Climbing Wall will be closing as well to give our staff the necessary time to deep clean the wall and prepare for the months to come. With that being said, be sure to make your reservations to climb while you still can! The final day to reserve a time and climb at the wall will be this Friday, April 30th. You can reserve a time slot by following the 'Climbing Wall Reservations' link in our bio. If you have any questions feel free to message us or email us at [email protected] #outdoorpursuits #goleadexplore

Regardless of the season or current weather forecast, you always have a chance of getting dehydrated. Despite the fact that most people don't associate dehydration with the winter months, your body can actually lose a lot of fluid during the cold, dry winter season. Although it might be easier to forget this important habit, avoid dehydration by making sure drink lots of water and replenish fluids regularly. #outdoorpursuits #goleadexplore

The Outdoor Pursuits staff wants to wish you a Happy New Year! We wish you the best as we enter into another year -- cheers to 2021! #outdoorpursuits #goleadexplore

Although it’s sometimes easy to avoid going outside during the winter season, getting outside is still possible and extremely beneficial. Staying inside for several days with little to no real time spent outside can actually lead to people getting sick over the winter due to the artificial warmth and closeness with family and/or other roommates indoors. You can solve this problem by choosing a day with the sky is mostly clear, dressing warmly, and embracing some of the winter sunshine. #outdoorpursuits #goleadexplore

As we are among the holiday season for many, the staff at Outdoor Pursuits wants to wish you Happy Holidays! We hope that you're able to stay safe and enjoy the time spent with loved ones this winter. #outdoorpursuits #goleadexplore

Something that people don't think about very often during this season is making sure to protect their own skin. Cold, dry air has the ability to take away moisture from our skin, and when this is followed with sudden hot air from a heating unit indoors, your skin can result in feeling dry, itchy, and painful. Avoid this by remembering to moisturize your skin, drink plenty of water, and eat foods with high antioxidant levels. In doing so you will feel better physically and not have to worry about your skin getting damaged this season! #outdoorpursuits #goleadexplore

Wearing layers and staying dry during outdoor adventures throughout the winter season can be more important than you think! Remember this tip and stay safe this season! #outdoorpursuits #goleadexplore