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About WOOT

Western Outdoor Orientation Trips (WOOT) offer a 7-day experience that begins here on campus for incoming first-year WWU students. The following morning, students will set out on their wilderness adventure with up to 9 other incoming class members and 3 upper class trip leaders.

Students are immersed in their trip beginning Monday returning to campus the following Saturday. During their time away they will have a chance to connect deeply with a small group of peers, gain valuable leadership skills, learn more about the WWU experience, and connect the natural environment.

A short YouTube video about WOOT here!

Program Cost: $950

Fee Waivers

The Outdoor Center recognizes that the cost of WOOT will be a barrier to some students who are interested in participating in our program. To try and reduce those barriers, spots on each WOOT trip will be reserved for students with demonstrated financial need.

Please contact the Assistant Director of Viking Outdoor Recreation for more information about fee waivers.

WOOT 2025 Routes

WOOT 1 - Backpacking Blue Lake (FULL)

Level of Difficulty: Strenuous

WOOT 2 - Backpacking Rainbow Loop (FULL)

Level of Difficulty: Moderate

WOOT 3 - Backpacking Dishpan Gap (FULL)

Level of Difficulty: Moderate

WOOT 4 - Backpacking Ross Lake (FULL)

Level of Difficulty: Less Strenuous

WOOT 5 - Sea Kayaking the San Juan Islands (FULL)

Level of Difficulty: Moderate

WOOT 6 - Bikepacking the San Juan Islands (FULL)

Level of Difficulty: Less Strenuous