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This month we celebrate National Rec Day! This is a commemoration of the day that founder Dr. William N. Wasson brought 20 intramural directors from 11 historically black colleges and universities together to share his research on collegiate recreation. Follow along in our newsletter to see how we're celebrating this year!

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National Rec Day - Event Celebration
Sports Clubs - Otter Showcase Info
Adventure Education - Camp, Hike, Climb
Intramural Sports - League and Registration Info
Ride with Recreation - Upcoming Rides
Experiential Learning Center - Book an Adventure
Join our Team - Applications Close March 22!

National Rec Day 2024

National Rec Day

February 22 | 12:00PM - 1:15PM | OSU Main Quad Plaza

National Recreation Day is a day celebrated across the country to honor health, activity, competition, and equity. Find us at Otter Thursday and join us as we recognize inclusive recreation!

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Event Recommendations

Otter Showcase

February 7 | 11:00AM - 1:00PM | Main Quad

Looking to get more invovled on campus? Consider one of our Sports Clubs! Stop by Otter Showcase this week to meet all 12 active clubs looking for new members!

Climbing Gym

February 12 | 4:00PM - 8:00PM | Sanctuary Climbing and Fitness | $20

Join us for an evening of indoor climbing and community building! Whether you're a seasoned climber or trying it for the first time, this event welcomes all skill levels.

Pinnacles Camping Trip

February 16-18 | Pinnacles National Park | Trip Cost: $250

Join us for a camping trip to Pinnacles National Park! Register now before spaces fill up and make your $50 NON-REFUNDABLE deposit at the Recreation Service Desk to secure your spot.

Sunset Hike

February 17 | 4:50PM - 6:50PM | Meet at the Student Center (Building 12)

Join the Adventure Education team on a hike to the beach! Get outside, meet new people, and (weather permitting) catch an amazing sunset!

BIPOC Climbing Meet-Up

March 1 | 4:00PM - 8:00PM | Sanctuary Climbing Gym | Fees covered!

Join Recreation and the Otter Cross Cultural Center (OC3) for indoor climbing at Sanctuary Gym in Seaside! Folks of all different backgrounds and abilities are welcome in the spirit of inclusivity!

Sequoia Camping Trip

March 1-3 | Sequoia National Park | Trip Cost: $300

Join us for a camping trip to Sequoia National Park! Register now before spaces fill up and make your $50 NON-REFUNDABLE deposit at the Recreation Service Desk to secure your spot.

Flag Football Tournament

February 10 | Games start at 6:00PM | Otter Sports Complex: Baseball Field

Come play flag football under the lights this Saturday night! Register with a team or as a free agent and be placed on a team. Registration closes February 8!

NFL Super Bowl Pick Em'

February 11 | Closes at 5:00PM | Online

Answer some questions about the Super Bowl game this Sunday and pick which team you think is going to win. Winner gets an IM Champ tee! This game closes February 10 at 5:00pm.

Play NFL Super Bowl Pick Em'

Indoor Volleyball League

February 18 - March 10 | 5:30PM - 10:00PM | Otter Sports Center

Ready to dig deep and dive into our indoor volleyball league? Register with a team or as a free agent and be placed on a team. Games will be played on Sunday nights. Registration closes February 14!

Basketball Leagues

February 19 - March 13 | 6:30PM - 10:00PM | Otter Sports Center

Get'cha head in the game with 3v3 and 5v5 basketball! Register with a team or as a free agent and be placed on a team. Games will be played on either Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday night. Registration closes on February 14!

Friday MTB Ride

February 9 and February 23 | 12:30PM - 4:30PM | Fort Ord Bike Trails

Join Otter Cycle Center as they show you some of the epic views of Fort Ord National Monument and have fun along the way! Bike and helmet included with registration.

Coastal Ride

February 10 | 10:00PM - 4:30PM | Monterey Coastal Trail

Join us for a bike ride along the beautiful Monterey Coastal Trail! We'll be riding from campus all the way to Fisherman's Wharf for lunch and then back. Bike and helmet included with registration.

Book an Adventure!

Experiential Learning Center

Bring your club, organization or team to the ELC Challenge Course! Our experienced adventure leaders will guide your group through dynamic activities that build trust, communication and leadership skills.

Fill out the form linked below to get in the queue!

ELC Program Request Form

Join Our Team

Interested in working with Recreation? We're looking for dynamic and enthusiastic individuals to fill up our team! Applications close March 22nd at 5:00PM.

Apply for CSUMB Recreation

Have questions about our department?

Join us on Wednesday, February 7 from 6:30pm-8:30pm for a Job Info Session in the Student Center (Building 12)! This will be a great opportunity for applicants to meet our staff and ask questions before interviews take place in April.