The Facts:
The University of Rochester Freshman Orientation Outing Treks program, informally known as UR FOOT, has been a very popular orientation program since its establishment in 2005. What started as a small-scale program, initially run as a side project of the outdoor group, has grown into its current state as a student association-recognized club, large enough to accomodate 64 class of 2013 freshman! We aim to give freshman the opportunity to experience a 3-day, overnight, outdoor trek – annually scheduled to take place the weekend just prior to the University’s planned orientation program.
What to Expect:
More UR FOOT visibility on campus and in the community and an increase in the number of treks offered next year, including more canoeing and biking treks!
Chris Jensen ('10) at Marcy Dam in the Adirondacks
Andrew Flack ('09) and Steve Rosen ('10) at the peak of Mt. Marcy
Want to See More?
Check out UR FOOT’s website.
Great work UR Foot! I was so disappointed when I couldn’t go on the program before my freshman year… everybody I know said it was their favorite part of the year. A very appropriate first ever SA Spotlight.
Congrats UR FOOT! Our very own SA Treasurer, Andrew Flack, is one of the fantastic organizers!