The Outing Club is committed to providing, safe, educational, and challenging adventures to all members of the Allegheny College community regardless of experience or skill level. Through a core group of leaders, we are committed to sharing our enthusiasm and passion for the outdoors by teaching the skill required to safely and respectfully explore the delicate wonders of nature. We will see you in the woods!

Allegheny College is located in Northwest Pennsylvania. From the hills and mountains of the Allegheny range to the abundant streams and rivers of the Allegheny River, Northwest Pennsylvania offers numerous opportunities to experience diversified environments and activities. Within a short reach of Allegheny College, there are opportunities to:

• Backpack and Hike
• Road Bike and Mountain Bike
• Canoe, Kayak, and Raft
• Rock Climb and Boulder
• Cross Country Ski and Snowshoe
• Downhill and Cross Country Ski and Snowboard
• Fish and Hunt

French Creek meanders through our town and was named "2003 Pennsylvania River of the Year" due to its large environmental diversity, historical significance, and recreational capacity. Other notable resources for outdoor recreation within reach of Allegheny College are:

• Over 10 lakes
• 7 Ski Resorts
• 700 miles of Hiking/Backpacking trails
• 200 miles of Mountain Bike trails
• 3 Wildlife Management Areas
• 5 State Parks
• 1 National Forest
• 2 Federally designated Wilderness Areas
• 1 National Park

Allegheny College is centrally located to explore opportunities that exist in:

• New York
• Vermont
• Ohio
• Maryland
• West Virgina
• Kentucky
• Virgina
• North Carolina