Outdoor Recreation (ODR) is brimming with equipment
for your next camp out, picnic or sporting event.
If you are interested in getting away on an outdoor
adventure, ODR also plans numerous trips throughout
the year.
Finding yourself bored on the weekend while here at Osan? Don't be! Outdoor Recreation can show you the most exciting parts of Korea, with many adventures you won't forget. From skiing and snowboarding to rafting and wall climbing - get ready for a great time!
SKIING/SNOWBOARDING TRIPS
Don't let the cold of the Korean winter get you down - make the most of it! From December through March every year, Outdoor Rec offers trips to the best Korean winter resorts. They happen every weekend, and often on official holidays and down days. Trips are perfect for both skiers and snowboarders - beginning or advanced.
TMO didn't bring your board? No worries! Outdoor Rec offers inexpensive rental packages that include everything you need for either skiing or snowboarding. Never been on the slopes before? ODR has got you covered. They have lesson packages for beginner skiers or snowboarders. Call for prices/availability.
Outdoor Rec has been starting a new set of trips during the winter shoulder seasons to indoor ski resorts. You have to see it to believe it!
Rafting Trips
When the weather finally warms up, cool down with a smooth, enjoyable river ride. Yeah right! The rivers in Korea have some truly intense rapids - some getting to Class III. Starting at the end of April and through September, Outdoor Rec lets you tackle these waters almost every weekend. The trips mainly take place on the Naerinchon River. The activity fee (call for current pricing) includes everything you need - a helmet, life vest, paddle and raft. Just remember sunscreen! It is truly one of the great adventures to have here in Korea.
Hiking/Camping Trips
Outdoor Rec is organizing hiking trips all over Korea. Trips are scheduled to start in the middle of April, and will run all summer. Hope you brought a good set of boots- there is a lot to see in Korea! Hiking is a national pastime here. Outdoor Rec is also organizing monthly camping trips, which begin at the end of May. Some trips will incorporate a hike as well, though gear won't be hiked in.
Scuba Diving
Outdoor Rec is offering Scuba lessons and trips! In cooperation with a certified scuba instructor, you can learn everything you need to know to get diving! The in-class portion of the lessons start in March, which eventually lead to ocean dives in May. There will even be practice sessions held at the pools on base.
Fishing Trips
Want to get away? Try salt water fishing! Starting at the end of April, Outdoor Rec will have a number of trips to a variety of destinations around Korea. The typical catch is sea bass.
Paintball
Looking for some nice, clean, well adjusted group fun? Well, look somewhere else! We're talkin' paintball! Starting in April and running through October, Outdoor Rec has a range for the whole base to use. They also have all the equipment you need to have a great time. Saturday: 1000-1600
Sunday: Reservation Only
Equipment Rental
Outdoor Rec also has a whole host of equipment that you can rent for any occasion. You'll be surprised at what is available. They have everything you'd expect - hiking packs, tents, camp stoves, mountain bikes and other outdoor equipment. But they also have more. interesting items that can liven up your next function. They have sumo suits,an easy striker,a dunk tank, popcorn maker, and all the tables and folding chairs you could possibly need. Stop by for a current equipment list with up to date pricing.
ODR operates two swimming pools on base; our New Mustang
Indoor Pool and Defender Pool. Swimming instruction
are offered through ODR during summer vacation months.
Mustang Indoor pool is located within Mustang Valley
Village housing area and offers a very beautiful facility,
a 25 meter pool, five lanes, with a slide and toddler
pool. Defender Pool is located behind the Fitness
Center and offers a 25 meter pool, 9 lanes, with diving
board, slide and is perfect for lap swimming. Mustang
is opened 6-days a week, year-round and Defender is
open Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
For
more information on equipment rentals or outdoor adventure
trips, please call Outdoor Recreation at 784-4007
or send an e-mail tokevin.sorenson@osan.af.mil.
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