UW-Superior Campus Recreation News and Events

MWC Gym Closing for Renovation

Fri, 17 May 2013 15:29:00 +0000

The MWC Gym will be closed from Monday, May 20th until Sunday, June 16th for renovation on the gym floor. We apologize for any inconvenience.

MWC Closures and Summer Hours

Thu, 09 May 2013 17:36:25 +0000

As the 2013 spring semester comes to a close, the Marcovich Wellness Center will be switching into summer hours and some programs will be ending.

The final day the Pool is open is Sunday, May 12th. The final day the Climbing Wall is open is Thursday, May 9th and the final Group X class is on Friday, May 10th.

The MWC will still have regular hours of operation with the fieldhouse, fitness rooms, gym and raquetball courts still open until summer hours begin.

Summer Hours will begin on Friday, May 17.

Monday - Thursday: 6:00am - 7:00pm

Friday: 6:00am - 5:00pm

Saturday & Sunday: Closed

Spring Rock Climbing Adventure

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 20:03:00 +0000

The Northland seems to have it all for outdoor adventures. A beautiful blue lake, great trails, and four seasons for year round fun. But did you know that Duluth has some awesome outdoor rock climbing?

Join us Saturday, May 4th, as we travel across the bridge for an afternoon of climbing with the beautiful spring colors. This event is open to climbers of all abilities, including beginners, so why not get out and give it a try?

If this is sparking your interest, make sure to sign up at the Marcovich Wellness Center Welcome Desk by Wednesday, May 1st, before 10:00 p.m.

Costs:
$15 for UW-Superior Campus Community (valid UW-Superior ID and alumni).
Costs include transportation, snacks, climbing gear, and experienced trip leaders.

Questions? Contact Case Turner at Adventures@uwsuper.edu or (715) 395-4647.

Through our programs and facilities, we provide an array of recreation and wellness opportunities that foster active and healthy lifestyles.

Well Bee-ing Wednesday: The Truth Behind Sugar

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 15:08:10 +0000

Campus Recreation presents Well Bee-ing Wednesday, the truth behind sugar.

Is high fructose corn syrup bad for me? Should I be eating agave nectar instead? How can I figure out when a food has sugar in it? Maybe I should just jive up sugar altogether?

If you are wondering any of these questions, please join Sherie Nelson, UW-Superior's Campus Wellness Dietitian, for a discussion about the different types of sugars, their nutritional value, how to identify sugars, and how much of them to eat.

Please contact Krisi Patterson @ x4611 or kpatter1@uwsuper.edu if you have any questions!

Breakaway: NEW Wilderness Program

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 13:20:48 +0000

Superior Adventures of the Campus Recreation Department is creating a brand new wilderness welcome program for new incoming students called Breakaway.

Starting in late August of 2013, Breakaway will take students on a 4-day wilderness trip prior to starting their first semester at UW-Superior. Breakway will have one trip of canoeing in the BWCA and another of sea kayaking in the Apostle Islands.

Prior to the trip, students will have the opportunity to move into their assigned residence hall early. The second day is a day of team building and bonding at the brand new challenge ropes course, then students will depart on one of two 4-day paddling trips. Upon completion of the wilderness experience, all Breakaway students will serve their fellow classmates by becoming part of the move-in crew with FYE. Then they will transition through WOW weekend!

Breakaway is specifically designed for building relationships, becoming part of a community, growing as an individual and service learning all through outdoor adventure education.

Today: National Walk at Lunch Day

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 13:41:33 +0000

Join Campus Recreation and UW-Superior Faculty and Staff at Noon on April 24th to walk the Indoor Track at the MWC!

This event is FREE and will be open to all UW-Superior Students, Faculty, and Staff!

Complete 1 mile (8 laps) and register for a drawing to win a FREE SUMMER 2013 MEMBERSHIP to the MWC! No need to sign up, just show up, and walk!

If you have any questions, please contact KP at x4611 or kpatter1@uwsuper.edu

Free Campus Cookout

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 18:34:44 +0000

What are you doing on Friday, April 26th? Why don't you grab a few friends and come join the staff of Campus Recreation's Superior Adventures as we have a free campus cookout!

We'll have drinks, hot food off the grill, lawn games and a roaring fire right outside of Crownhart. Grab a few friends and come out and have a good time as we welcome in the spring weather.

At the end of the night, your welcome to sleep under the stars or in our tents as we'll provide sleeping bags, sleeping pads and tents for you to sleep outside.

This event is FREE! Just show up!

Well Bee-ing Wednesday: Stress Busters

Mon, 01 Apr 2013 20:12:09 +0000

Campus Recreation and Student Health & Counseling present Well Bee-ing Wednesday!

Wednesday, April 3, 2013 from 12:00-1:00pm in MWC 2420!

Are you feeling overwhelmed with work, family, and finances? Do you need a few tips to keep you on track? Are you having sleepless nights over and over again? Don't miss this Stress-Busters Session in which Kristy McGiffert will share ways for you to relax and de-stress your day!

Spring Rock Climbing Adventure

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 20:03:00 +0000

Join us Sunday, May 5th, as we travel across the bridge for an afternoon of climbing with the beautiful spring colors. This event is open to climbers of all abilities, including beginners, so why not get out and give it a try?

If this is sparking your interest, make sure to sign up at the Marcovich Wellness Center Welcome Desk by Wednesday, May 1st, before 10:00 p.m.

Costs:
$15 for UW-Superior Campus Community (valid UW-Superior ID and alumni).
Costs include transportation, snacks, climbing gear, and experienced trip leaders.

Questions? Contact Case Turner at Adventures@uwsuper.edu or (715) 395-4647.

Through our programs and facilities, we provide an array of recreation and wellness opportunities that foster active and healthy lifestyles.

February 25-28 is Body Image Awareness Week

Mon, 25 Feb 2013 23:59:41 +0000

Join Student Health and Counseling for a great week of events.

Monday, Feb 25
Gender Equity Center and SHCSEducation/Information
YU Atrium
11am-1pm

Tuesday, Feb 26
Move Your Body! Zumba in the YU
11am-1pm

Wednesday, Feb 27
Media, Body Image, and Eating Disorders: Building Community Awareness
This session will provide a basic level of understanding of eating disorders, reasons someone may develop an eating disorder as well as tools for prevention. The workshop will focus on how to promote positive body image and self-esteem, while promoting optimal health and well-being through joyful activity, nutrition and self-care. Missy Nervick-Thornton, M.S.Ed., L.P.C.Therapist, Duluth
YU Room 204
12-1pm

Thursday, Feb 28
Round table discussion on Body Image
This is a safe, open discussion to talk about gender, body image & self esteem.
12-1pm
YU 201 Room

Zumba YU Atrium
11am-1pm

Free Showing of The Weight of the Nation Film
Join us for the HBO documentary film on confronting America's obesity epidemic.
YU Great Room C
5-7pm
Sponsored by Healthier Douglas County Coalition, SHCS and Campus Recreation.

7th Annual Health and Wellness Expo

Mon, 25 Feb 2013 23:50:44 +0000

2013 HEALTH and WELLNESS EXPO

Tuesday, March, 5
11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Yellowjacket Union Atrium

FREE for students, faculty and staff

Visit with local vendors who specialize in Acupuncture, Chiropractic Care, Dental Hygiene, Massage Therapy, Fitness and Wellness support, Blood Centers, Health and Counseling, Healthy Nutrition and Eating, Health Clubs, and much more!

If you have any questions, please contact Krisi Patterson at kpatter1@uwsuper.edu or (715) 395-4611

Through our programs and facilities, Campus Recreation provides an array of recreation and wellness opportunities that foster active and healthy lifestyles.

Utah Spring Break Adventure

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 17:35:30 +0000

Looking for an exciting way to spend spring break?

Look no further! Superior Adventures will be heading westward on Friday, March 15th - Saturday, March 23rd to Moab, UT and the surrounding areas. Our spring break will be action-packed with excitement and adventure! During the week you can expect to hike Arches National Park, canyoneer, whitewater raft, backpack Canyonlands National Park and finish with a day in natural hot springs.

This is a trip where all abilities will be able to participate. Most activities are from low to moderate exertion. We'll have opportunities to explore amazing arches, repel into red canyons, sleep under the stars, enjoy the warm sunny days, soak in warm natural hot springs and of course, make new friends while having the time of your life!

Superior Adventures will provide transportation, food, all group equipment and experienced trip leaders at the low price of $400 for UW-Superior students. This is a huge steal! We can take as few as 5 people or as many as 12. Sign-up is on a first-come, first-served basis, so get over to the MWC Welcome Desk and sign up. There are also two alternate spots; an alternate will have the chance to go if another person no longer can go.

A 50% non-refundable deposit is required at sign up ($200). The deadline is March 6th so hurry up and grab a few friends to register. For any questions, please contact Superior Advenutures at Adventure@uwsuper.edu or 715-395-4647.

North Shore Adventure

Wed, 13 Feb 2013 20:38:48 +0000

Spectacular sights, magnificent hikes, friends to meet and treats to eat!

All this could be part of your Saturday. Come hike in nature and forget about those midterm blues with Superior Adventures. Join us on Saturday, March 2nd as we explore the Minnesota North Shore. We'll start with a hike on the world renowned Superior Hiking Trail, stand in awe as we look over Lake Superior on the amazing cliffs at Palisade Head, stepback in time and experience the historical Split Rock Lighthouse, and end the day with a late lunch at well known Bettie's Pies.

We will be leaving at 8:30am and returning to Campus around 5:15pm. It costs $20.00 for the UWS Community and $25.00 for Non-UWS persons. The cost include equipment, guides, snacks, and travel expenses. This will not however cover lunch at Betty's Pies and you are welcome to pack your own lunch. There are 5 open spots for this trip but don't worry, we'll increase the number of participants if there is a demand. 8:30am to early for you? Non-sense! We will have a pot of coffee, hot coco and tea waiting for you in the morning and we'll provide snacks throughout the day.

Well Bee-ing Wednesday

Tue, 05 Feb 2013 16:32:19 +0000

Mark your calendars for Well Bee-ing Wednesday on Wednesday, February 6, 2013 from 12-1pm in MWC 2420!

Don't miss the first session of Campus Recreation's 12 week course called TLS (Transitions Lifestyle Solution). This 12 week comprehensive program includes weekly educational sessions on; healthy eating, exercise, stress reduction, and anti-aging behavior modification tools that all work around your Glycemic Index!

Weekly Topic sessions include:
*Jump Start your Success (Detox)
*Healthy Mind and Body
*How to read Labels
*Healthy Kitchen Basics
*Living a Lifestyle, NOT dieting
*Grains and your Weight
* Good Fats, Bad Fats
*Plateaus
*Get off the Sweet Stuff
*Managing Stress and your Weight

This session will give you the information to decide if you want to quit Yo-Yo dieting and focus on lifestyle change!

The program will begin a few weeks after this session and there will be a fee (discounted fee for MWC Members) to support Dr. Tony Macioce's time, weekly support, and information that goes into the 12 week program!

If you want to learn more OR just get some tips to do this on your own… don't miss this Well Bee-ing Wednesday!

For more information, contact Krisi Patterson at kpatter1@uwsuper.edu or 715-395-4611.

Learn to Cross Country Ski

Mon, 04 Feb 2013 23:08:56 +0000

Have you always wanted to try cross country skiing, but didn't have the knowledge or the equipment? Well don't worry about it! The staff of Superior Adventures wants to show you how fun and enjoyable cross country skiing can be.

We are offering a beginner level 3-hour clinic in the Superior Municiple Forest on Sunday, February 17 from 1:00 - 4:00pm. For only $5.00, we'll give you skis, boots, poles, transportation, instruction AND the confidence to continue to cross country ski.

Grab a friend or two and sign-up at the MWC welcome desk. This clinic is reserved for the first 8 participants.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Superior Adventures at (715-395-4647 or at Adventures@uwsuper.edu