Find Your Adventure
Custom Adventure Trips
Looking for a unique outdoor experience tailored to your group?
Our Custom Trips program offers fully planned adventures designed around your goals—whether you're seeking team-building or just time in nature. From day hikes to overnight camping, we handle the details so you can focus on the experience. Let us help you create an unforgettable outdoor adventure.
What's Included
- Transportation
- We handle all transportation logistics, whether you’d like us to pick up your group or you prefer to meet at our UIC campus facility. Just let us know what works best for you!
- Planning
- Leave the details to us! We take care of everything, logistics, park permits/ passes, and more, so you can focus on enjoying the adventure.
- Equipment
- We supply all the gear you’ll need for a safe and successful outing, thanks to our extensive inventory of professional outdoor equipment.
- Food
- We will work on creating a menu and the purchase all the food for your trip. On top of that, we will also prepare and cook all the food for your trip. Allowing you to sit back and soak in more of nature.
- Guides
- Our Outdoor Adventure Technicians are certified in Wilderness Medicine and trained to provide emergency medical care, fostering safety throughout the trip.
Popular Locations
Illinois Beach, IL
Nestled along the scenic shores of Lake Michigan, Illinois Beach State Park offers a perfect getaway for outdoor enthusiasts. Located just 50 miles from the UIC campus, this stunning park boasts 6.5 miles of pristine shoreline, sandy dunes, and lush trails ideal for hiking, birdwatching, and picnicking. Whether you’re looking to swim in the lake, explore diverse wildlife, or simply unwind in nature, Illinois Beach State Park provides a serene retreat just a short drive from the city. Plan your visit today and experience the beauty of Illinois’ only remaining beach ridge shoreline!
Planning
Just 200 miles from the UIC campus, Devil’s Lake State Park in Wisconsin is a breathtaking outdoor paradise. Famous for its 500-foot quartzite bluffs, crystal-clear lake, and over 29 miles of hiking trails, this park offers stunning views, rock climbing, swimming, and year-round recreation. Whether you’re hiking the iconic East Bluff Trail, kayaking on the serene lake, or camping under the stars, Devil’s Lake is the perfect destination for nature lovers and adventurers alike. Let us plan your trip and discover one of the Midwest’s most spectacular state parks!
Guides
Escape the city and discover Starved Rock State Park, a breathtaking outdoor retreat located just 100 miles from the UIC campus. Famous for its dramatic sandstone canyons, 18 stunning waterfalls, and 13 miles of scenic hiking trails, this Illinois gem offers year-round adventure. Trek through lush forests to hidden waterfalls, climb to panoramic overlooks along the Illinois River, or enjoy winter ice formations and eagle watching. With historic lodges, picnic areas, and guided tours, Starved Rock is the perfect getaway for hikers, photographers, and nature lovers. We can plan your visit and you’ll experience one of the Midwest’s most iconic state parks!
Gear
Just 50 miles from the UIC campus, Indiana Dunes State Park and National Park offers a stunning escape along 15 miles of Lake Michigan shoreline. Hike through windswept sand dunes, relax on sandy beaches, or explore over 50 miles of scenic trails weaving through forests, wetlands, and prairies. Whether you’re swimming in the lake, birdwatching for rare species, or climbing the towering Mount Baldy, Indiana Dunes delivers breathtaking views and outdoor adventure right at Chicago’s doorstep. Perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway, it’s your ideal natural retreat. Pack your sunscreen and explore the dunes today!
Create your own
Can’t decide on a destination? No problem! Pick your own favorite spot, and we’ll handle the rest. Whether it’s a hidden hiking gem, a serene lakeside retreat, or a rugged mountain escape, our team will plan, guide, and customize your trip for an unforgettable experience. We’ll help with routes, gear, permits, and insider tips—so all you have to do is enjoy the adventure.
Your dream trip, your way. Let’s make it happen!
How It Works
How It Works
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Submit a Request – Get the ball rolling by submitting the request form, and sharing your trip details.
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Custom Planning – Our team will review your request and tailor the trip to your needs.
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Secure Your Spot – Once you submit a deposit, we’ll send a draft itinerary for your review and add your trip to our calendar.
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Finalize & Prepare – After any adjustments, we’ll handle all the behind-the-scenes logistics to ensure a seamless adventure.