Our Coordinator
Ivan Bartha
Ivan graduated from Northern Michigan University with a Bachelors in Outdoor Recreation. He received his Masters of Science in Education from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale.
Rental Resource Center
Outdoor Endeavors offers a wide variety of outdoor trips and clinics/workshops to help you discover your outdoor skills. We also wish to help you outfit your personal outdoor adventures with a variety of rental equipment at reasonable prices. If there is something you would like to experience that is not offered, talk to one of the programmers to get it started! Contact Outdoor Endeavors at (320) 308-3772.
News
Jackson Kayaks & Outdoor Endeavors Partner Up!
Support of college & university outdoor programs is not possible without the involvement of the manufacturers & distributors of outdoor equipment we use everyday. Jackson Kayak has been a huge supporter of Outdoor Endeavors and has made us a standard dealer for their product line. Jackson Kayak manufacturers some of the finest whitewater kayaks we have ever seen and we feel their support helps us be better at what we do. Just as a carpenter needs good tools for their work, outdoor education programs need good equipment for their participants. For every Jackson Kayak sold through Outdoor Endeavors a portion of that sale goes back to supporting paddle sports instruction, education and boating safety. Give us a call if you would like to demo a new Jackson Kayak or learn more about whitewater boating in the region. http://www.jacksonkayak.com
Reservations / Checkout
Equipment will only be rented out during normal business hours or by appointment. Every effort is made to provide safe & well maintained equipment. As the renter you are responsible for making sure the equipment is what you need and that you know how to properly use it. Outdoor Endeavors cannot be responsible for your knowledge of the equipment or how you will use it when you leave. If you have question, please ask them before you leave. Contact Outdoor Endeavors at (320) 308-3772 for prices and to reserve your equipment today!
NEW FOR 2007-2008!
New to the Rental Resource Center are four Wilderness System Tempest touring kayaks. We have two for smaller framed paddlers and two for average to larger paddlers. Additionally, we have added one Wilderness System North Star tandem kayak which is designed for two paddlers and gear. These sea kayaks are designed to be responsive in open water and are ideal for extended trips. Keep in mind these are not beginner boats and require more advance skills and practice. COST $20 per day, $40 per weekend, $100 per week. All require a $75 deposit.
Also, The Student Government Association recently funded the Outdoor Endeavors for new boating equipment to enhance our program. We have purchased a new canoe trailer, 10 new canoes and 6 sea kayaks. This addition brings our boat fleet to 24 canoes, 6 recreational kayaks, 8 sit on top kayaks, 6 sea kayaks, 2 kevlar canoes, along with our 10 Jackson whitewater kayaks.
Gear and Rates
Gear Rental Form
Policies
Equipment Knowledge:
Every effort is made to provide safe & well maintained equipment. By renting equipment from Outdoor Endeavors and signing this contract you have a personal responsibility to know how to properly & safely use the equipment. Outdoor Endeavors will provide functional gear in good repair but it is ultimately up to you where your knowledge and skill level stands with regards to its use.
Reservation Policies:
Equipment is not considered “reserved” until full payment is received. Outdoor Endeavors reserves the right to rent equipment on a first come first serve basis. Generally most equipment is available in sufficient quantities but it cannot be guaranteed. Equipment is rented on a daily (up to 24 hours), weekend (48-72 hours depending on season) and weekly (7 days) timeframe. The minimum rental period is daily (24 hours). If a longer rental is required it will be at the block rate plus the number of days beyond that block rate.
Payment Information
We are able to take check, cash or credit card payments. All transactions originate at Outdoor Endeavors with payment occurring at Campus Recreation Guest Services. Please note there is MN sales tax on all rentals.
Deposits
Deposits are required for certain items that require extra care or are particularly high maintenance. The return of your deposit is at the sole discretion of Outdoor Endeavors at the time the equipment is returned. If equipment is broken or damaged due to improper use or carelessness the deposit will be withheld. Dirty or wet gear is subject to a $35 charge. Deposits in the form of cash, check, or credit card are accepted.
Cancellation / Refunds
Refunds are issued through the SCSU Business office and require submission of a refund request form. Outdoor Endeavors can not issue a refund on the spot. Refund checks are issued through the State of Minnesota and sent by mail. This process may take up to and take up to two weeks.
General Equipment: Any cancelled equipment (>24 hours) will be eligible to receive a 90% refund. Equipment cancelled on the day of pick up will result in a loss of all fees paid.
Canoes/Kayaks/Shuttles: Equipment must be cancelled, three (3) days before the pick-up date to receive a 90% refund. If the cancellation occurs less than three (3) days prior to pick-up date you will receive a 50% refund. Any cancellation made less than 3 days prior to pick up will result in loss of all fees paid.
