We had a good turnout and everyone had loads of fun biking out to the Fells, hiking a bit, enjoying the gorgeous view of the city, and playing on the frozen pond. To cap off a great day, we stopped in Harvard Square for hot chocolate on the way back to BU.

Success!

Thanks to everyone who showed up!
As always, keep checking back here as we will be posting information on upcoming trips and events.

We're leaving tomorrow, Superbowl Sunday February 7 at 10:30 am. 
Please meet us BEFORE the departure time (so...like at 10:28am). We'll be gathering on Marsh Plaza. Here are a couple of notes: 
• it'll be chilly: bring WARM gloves, a scarf, a hat/earmuffs+helmet
• 14-mile round trip- you can find the route under the "Links" page of our website
• It's all up to you: meaning... the group determines the pace, therefore there of return is flexible. We're estimating of being back to campus at around 3:30pm, but it's most definitely not set in stone.


See y'all in the morning!

Is today! Saturday January 30 2010. We'll be in the SAC Gym at 1 University Road from 2p-5p. So much fun, plenty of food, music and LOG ROLLING! Bring some friends, stop by our tent and hang out. It's gonna be fun. In fact, it IS fun. We're there right now. See you guys there!

Office hours begin tomorrow.  We'll be in STO/CAS 442 every monday from 6pm-7pm.Drop in if you want to pay your dues, share trip ideas, or hang out.
TUESDAY JAN 26
The International Wilderness Leadership School (IWLS) is coming in to share their expertise. The IWLS specializes in wilderness education,outdoor leadership training and technical instruction. We're hosting an info session for those who are curious about future adventuring.
Where? CAS 211
When? 7pm-8pm
Why? Another awesome opportunity to meet the crew. Check out their website http://www.iwls.com/ to learn more about their program.

We'll also be at the Spring Activities Expo from 3pm-7pm. Look for our tent in Metcalf Hall

THURSDAY JAN 28
BU Bike is hosting a Winter Bike Commuting Workshop. Learn the secret to surviving the winter without giving up your beloved bike.
where? Women's Resource Center (lower level GSU)
when? 5pm-6pm
why? They're bringing an expert...AND it's 100% FREE.

SUNDAY JAN 31
We'll leave from Marsh Chapel at 10:30am. Wear layers and bring a
camera. The route is an easy 7 miles to the Middlesex Fells Reservoir located north of Boston. Excellent trails that satisfy any hiking cravings.
This trip is weather-dependent. Sign up to our mailing list to receive any updates.
Route online: http://bit.ly/route_MSF

from all of us. see you next year and enjoy the snow :)

That's right! the BUOC is looking for YOU to join the team of daring swashbucklers on our executive board. Please send an email of interest to buoc@bu.edu with the following information:
• NAME
• CLASS YEAR
• EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES 
(please include if you are or have been involved in another BU club)
• OUTDOOR LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
• Briefly describe an ideal trip. Where would you like to go next semester? (include duration of trip + transportation logistics) 




Edmund would have done it....so what are you waiting for??

Ask us about our weekend and we'll rave about the two days' worth of hiking in  NH as part of the IOCA's (Intercollegiate Outing Club Association) Fall Fling weekend, graciously hosted by the MITOC. Sundays do not get any better than climbing a 45 degree incline on granite in full view of the glorious Whites. Pictures will be posted shortly. You can check them out by clicking on the ones we've already uploaded--look at the right-hand side of the blog.

In other news, we're holding a general assembly meeting on Tuesday, November 17 at 6:00pm in CAS/STO 442. Come to hear about what we're planning for NEXT semester as well as some fun things that will be coming up before we start wrapping up for finals!

If you want to learn more about the IOCA or want to get on their mailing list, visit their website: http://www.ioca.org
The IOCA has over 50 participating colleges throughout the US. If go on three IOCA trips in four years, you'll get your very own IOCA patch and surpass all dimensions of cool.

Is this FRIDAY! at Marsh Plaza. Come support the BUOC at our tasty treat fundraiser. While you're there, you might as well as check out all the other cool groups on campus. Bring recyclables for a raffle with awesome prizes. Bring your bike to check out   the free bike workshop, courtesy of BU Bikes