Outdoor Recreation Parks and Tourism

Whether you already have extensive experience in outdoor recreation or you are just starting out on your path to adventure, our program will show you that outdoor recreation, parks, and tourism play an increasingly important role in society, contributing to mental and physical health, family cohesion, culture, environmental appreciation, and economic development.

Our experiential program provides you with the opportunity to think critically about the world around you and what it means to live in a more environmentally and socially just world. Many of our courses involve interaction with experts in the field and engage students in experiential, service learning projects that make a difference in our communities. It is our goal to prepare you for success in this challenging and rapidly changing industry, from planning and leading guided tours to assessing and creating visitor experiences for communities and parks organizations.

Join us for a live Q&A with faculty and learn more about what to expect as a student in the Outdoor Recreation Parks and Tourism program.