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Admissions page about recreational, co-curricular, and extra curricular opportunities at Western.
Whether you want to learn how to kayak, you’re an expert skier, or you want to host your own campus radio show, the Gunnison area offers world class recreational opportunities. To find out more activities that take place in the Gunnison Valley, check out the Gunnison Chamber of Commerce or the Crested Butte Chamber of Commerce.
Wilderness Pursuits
Looking for a way to explore the limitless outdoor opportunities in the Gunnison-Crested Butte area? Our Wilderness Pursuits (WP) office offers a variety of programs for all students at very reasonable prices. WP also offers a rental shop for all of your outdoor gear needs. See their web site for a complete schedule of trips.
Outdoor Leadership Summit
The Peter Terbush Memorial Outdoor Leadership Summit offers a unique program specially designed for leaders in outdoor recreation. The Outdoor Leadership Summit memorializes Peter Terbush who died a hero on June 13, 1999. Peter's last act was to save the life of his friend and climbing partner by maintaining a proper belay, even in the face of a rock slide that took his life. The Summit takes its primary mission from Peter's life: it is through service to others that we realize our full potential.
College Radio
Since the 1960's, Western’s radio station, KWSB has been providing WSC and the Gunnison Valley with a unique mix of music, sports, and special events. In that time, KWSB has been recognized for broadcast excellence more than any other college radio station in Colorado. You can find KWSB at 91.1 FM and stop by Taylor Hall to see the student DJ’s in action.
Mountaineer Athletics
Mountaineer Athletics: Making champions out of thin air! The Mountaineer Bowl ranks as the highest collegiate track and football field in the world at 7,750 feet! We also hold claim to the highest gymnasium in the country at 7,703 feet.
Mountain Rescue Team
Our student led Mountain Search and Rescue Team (MSRT) is the only fully certified collegiate-based MSRT team in the country! Founded in 1973, our Mountain Search and Rescue Team has participated in countless search and rescue missions both in and out of Gunnison County.
World Class Skiing & Snowboarding
Experience some of the best skiing and snowboarding in the country at nearby Crested Butte Mountain Resort (30 minutes) and Monarch Ski and Snowboard Area (45 minutes). Crested Butte is known to have the most extreme terrain in the U.S.
Hartman Rocks
Enjoy a mellow stroll or a thigh-pounding mountain biking adventure at the Hartman Rocks trail system only minutes from campus. You can also take advantage of the trails immediately behind our campus for some frisbee golf or trail running.
