Open Ocean Surf and Kayaking Classes Classes going on now thru September. Call the ORC for dates, times and cost.

Water Workouts Weekly Water Fitness Workouts will be held at the CAFB Pool from 1100-1200 Tue-Fri. The water fitness workouts are designed to help you exercise using low impact & no impact routines to help alleviate joint stress by strengthening muscles and cardiovascular system. The workouts are excellent for adults wishing to live a healthy fitness lifestyle. Register at CAFB Pool and/or call 963-3344 for more information. Each weekly water fitness session cost $10.00  

• Session 5: AUG 31 - SEP 3

Stroke Clinic Swimming Stroke Clinics have been extended at the CAFB pool.  These swimming stroke clinic are designed to help you improve your swim stroke so that you become a more efficient swimmer. We will meet 1100-1200 Tue-Fri. The clinic will cover a stroke progression with drills and workouts. This program is for "adults" that can already swim and want to improve their swimming skills for fitness and/or prepare for competitions. The cost for these sessions are $10 per person per session. Register at CAFB Pool and/or call 963-3344 for more information.

• Session III: Aug 24 - Sep 3

Really rapid rapids! 19 September 2010. Have you ever wanted to take a 40 ft free fall! Raft Class III to V White Water rapids! Climb a 46 ft wall! Bike the region's best single-track trails! Or how about a family rafting trip, flat water kayaking, eco trekking or try the adventure course?  Well, how about if you can do it all in one day, would you be up to it? Join the ORC on a trip to the National Whitewater Center and you can do all this and more. Cost is just $99 per person and includes: transportation, lunch, all sports pass, and a day of excitement.

Fishing Derby October 1-3. Grab your fishing gear and head over to the Base Pool.  The pool will be swarming with creatures down under and we need your help getting them out.  Last year's event, we removed over 200 of the slimy varmints. The fishing is FREE, just bring your own bait and tackle.  Come join in on this great fun family event. Got questions? Give us a call!

Bicycle Historic Charleston October 17, 8am to 3pm. Cost is $15. Join us as we cross the Arthur Ravenel Bridge and Tour Historic Charleston on bicycles. We'll load bikes at the CAFB Outdoor Recreation Center and depart at 8am for the new Mt. Pleasant Water Front Park. 

What to bring: Your own bicycle (or rent one of ours), Helmet (mandatory), pack your lunch & drinks and get ready to enjoy a beautiful scenic bicycle ride over the Charleston harbor & historic old town. Reserve your spot at the Outdoor Recreation Center or call 963-1732 for more information.

Smoky Mountain Train Ride October 23-24. Join the Outdoor Recreation Center on a scenic train ride thru the Smoky Mountains of North Carolina.  Enjoy the beautiful scenery and the rustic fall foilage. We will be staying in Cherokee, NC Saturday night so you can try your luck at Harrah's Casino or visit the town of Historic Cherokee. Space is limited and trip fills up fast so sign up now. Cost is Adult $169pp and Child (2-12) $149 pp. Price Includes:  Transportation, 1 night lodging (based on double occupancy) and the Train Ride.

Chimney Rock & Dupont State Forest Hiking Excursion November 13-14. Join us in a hike to the top of one of America's truly great natural wonder, beautiful Chimney Rock!  View the 404 ft Hickory Nut Falls or trek up the 200 ft vertical challenge of trails and stairs!  We will also hike the unforgettable Dupont State Forest trails and waterfalls trip.

Cost of $95.00 per person includes: Transportation, accommodation (based on double occupancy), park entry fee, and all the hiking you can handle!

SC Park Passport The entire South Carolina State Park system is yours to enjoy with a Park Passport. These passports are a great way to experience all the beauty of our state. The cost is only $47.50 and entitles the owners to free and unlimited entry into all South Carolina State Parks that charge an entrance fee. The hangtag pass is valid for one year from the date of purchase and can be transferred from one vehicle to another. Purchase a Park Passport by visiting the Outdoor Rec Center today

Local group canoe trips Does your group or squadron need a break from its high-intensity work schedule and all of the demands that come with it? You bet they do, so why not book a local one-day group canoe trip with the Outdoor Recreation Center as a stress reliever. These excursions include all of the safety gear, canoes, roundtrip transportation, a quickie paddling lesson and even a great picnic lunch for only $35 per person. Minimum group size is 12 people. Call the ORC to reserve a date or for more information.

We have bass tracker boats for rent provided two requirements are met. First, you must pass a boaters online course with 75% . You can logon to either www.boat-ed.com  or http://www.boatus.org/onlinecourse/default.htm?WT.mc_id=400009 for certification. The second requirement is to complete an ORC boating orientation class (bring in your boaters certificate to orientation). The ORC orientation class is about an hour long and is offered several times throughout each month and you can call for the latest class. Don't miss out on the summer fun! 963-1732 or 963-1672.