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How to Checkout Gear
To rent equipment, bring your St. Olaf ID to the climbing wall desk and tell the staff what you need. You’ll review and sign a rental form. There is no cost to rent equipment. Gear is due one week from checkout (early returns allowed) and must be clean, on time, and in good, working condition. Fees apply for late, dirty, damaged, or unreturned items.
Gear Reservation Form
Outdoor Trips
Ole Expeditions offers a variety of outdoor trips—from scenic day hikes and kayaking outings to multi-day backpacking and rock climbing adventures. We provide all the essential gear, tasty meals and snacks, and transportation to and from each trip—so all you need to do is show up and enjoy the outdoors.
Trip Registration Page
Rental Center Hours
| Sunday – Thursday | 4pm – 9pm |
| Friday | 4pm – 8pm |
| Saturday | 1pm – 5pm |
*Closed over summer break
Gear Reservation Form
Vision Statement
We believe that the outdoors should be accessible to everyone. At Ole Expeditions, our mission is to empower students, staff, and faculty to connect with nature through affordable, inclusive, and enriching outdoor experiences.
Recognizing that the cost of gear is often a barrier, we are committed to breaking down those obstacles. That’s why all essential outdoor gear is available free of charge to the St. Olaf community through our rental center—ensuring that every adventure is within reach.