Facilities

Facilities

Climbing Wall

Hours

Bouldering is available whenever the Fitness & Recreation Center is open. You can find the facility hours here.

Gear at the Wall

We have shoes, harnesses and belay devices available to rent at the Wall (during Roped Climbing hours only). Rental prices are as follows:

  • Shoes = $6
  • Harness = $5
  • Belay Device = $1
  • Package of all three = $10

We also sell chalk balls ($5), athletic tape ($3) and Krieg chalk bags ($19, available at the ODP office) for your personal use. Loose chalk is prohibited.

Climbing Classes and Programs

Every Tuesday, 5 - 7 p.m., from the beginning of fall semester through October and from the beginning of spring semester through March.

This is a great clinic to learn what it takes to rope climb on the wall. Gear, knots, belay techniques and more will be covered.

Register on the Campus Recreation Portal.

Every Wednesday, 8:30 - 10:30 pm, from the beginning of fall semester through October and from the beginning of spring semester through March. It's a perfect time to climb in a comfortable, fun setting. Women instructors are on hand, if needed.

All women and non-binary participants of all skills levels and abilities are encouraged to attend.

Register on the Campus Recreation Portal. Limited to 15 participants. Shoes, Harness, and ATC available for rent ($5)

Each semester, the ODP offers classes in basic rock climbing and lead climbing. More information can be found on the trips and classes page.

Private Climbing Lessons

Individualized lessons are available at the wall for any experience level. 

Private Lessons (1-2 people) = $25/person/hour

Small Group Lessons (3-6 people) = $20/person/hour

Please call Elizabeth at (406) 243-5176 to schedule.

Bike & Ski Workshop

The Outdoor Program workshop is located on the northeast corner of the Fitness and Recreation Center. Bring in your bike or winter gear to fix, tune, and keep you moving outdoors. We have a clean, friendly environment with all the tools needed. Plus, knowledgeable shop attendants are on hand to provide assistance. Here are just a few things you can do in our workshop:

  • Pump your bike tires
  • Fix a flat
  • Lube a chain
  • Fix gears
  • Wax skis or boards
  • Sharpen edges
  • Purchase supplies as needed, such as bike tubes, cables, housing, wax, p-tex, and more

Bike Maintenance

Do-it-yourself: use our stand and tools to fix your bike on your own: $4/hour
Assisted: knowledgeable shop attendants will assist you with repairs: $10/hour
*Airing up your tires is free!

Ski and Snowboard Maintenance

Do-it-yourself: use our bench and tools to tune up your winter equipment on your own: $8/hour
Assisted: knowledgeable shop attendants will assist you with waxing and sharpening your winter equipment: $15/hour