Get outdoors and experience your own adventure. Rent camping equipment and other outdoor recreation gear from the Adventure Center located on the Concourse Level of the ARC. Everything you need for camping is offered plus you can get some advice on planning your excursion, what to take, and where to go.
Reservations
UIUC Adventure Recreation can process gear reservations at the Rental Center near the climbing wall in the Activities Recreation Center (ARC) by appointment only. You will be required to pay for the full rental before the reservation can be accepted. Students may only rent gear for themselves unless they are with a student organization.
For reservations please email us to secure the gear you need by giving us the following information:
- Specific gear needed and how many of each item
- Dates you will need the gear
- Your name and UIN
If you are renting with a student organization for multiple people, please include the name of organization and who will be picking up the gear.
Refunds may be given up to 7 days before the reservation date. If cancellations are outside this window they will be evaluated on a case by case basis by the program Coordinator.
Reservations and questions may be sent to: adventurerecreation@mx.uillinois.edu
Camping Equipment Rental Rates
Rent equipment at the ARC Adventure Center during posted open hours.
Limit of one (1) tent per person; two (2) sleeping bags per person.
| ITEM | ONE DAY RATE | WEEKEND RATE (2-4 DAYS) |
WEEK RATE (5-11 DAYS) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sleeping Bag | Members: $10 Non-Members: $15 |
Members: $15 Non-Members: $20 |
Members: $20 Non-Members: $25 |
| Sleeping Pad (Inflatable) | Members: $5 Non-Members: $15 |
Members: $15 Non-Members: $20 |
Members: $20 Non-Members: $25 |
| Sleeping Pad (foam) | Members: $4 Non-Members: $5 |
Members: $8 Non-Members: $10 |
Members: $12 Non-Members: $15 |
| Rain Tarp | Members: $5 Non-Members: $10 |
Members: $10 Non-Members: $15 |
Members: $15 Non-Members: $20 |
| 2-Person Tent | Members: $15 Non-Members: $17 |
Members: $20 Non-Members: $31 |
Members: $31 Non-Members: $40 |
| 4-Person Tent | Members: $20 Non-Members: $25 |
Members: $25 Non-Members: $35 |
Members: $40 Non-Members: $50 |
| Backpack (internal and external) | Members: $10 Non-Members: $15 |
Members: $20 Non-Members: $25 |
Members: $25 Non-Members: $35 |
| Child Carrier (backpack) | Members: $5 Non-Members: $7 |
Members: $7 Non-Members: $9 |
Members: $10 Non-Members: $15 |
| Mini Stove | Members: $10 Non-Members: $12 |
Members: $15 Non-Members: $17 |
Members: $20 Non-Members: $22 |
| Cook Kit – Small (2 people) | Members: $5 Non-Members: $7 |
Members: $10 Non-Members: $12 |
Members: $15 Non-Members: $17 |
| Cook Kit – Large (4+ people) | Members: $8 Non-Members: $10 |
Members: $15 Non-Members: $17 |
Members: $20 Non-Members: $25 |
| Cooler | Members: $5 Non-Members: $10 |
Members: $10 Non-Members: $15 |
Members: $15 Non-Members: $20 |
| Water Cooler | Members: $5 Non-Members: $10 |
Members: $10 Non-Members: $15 |
Members: $15 Non-Members: $20 |
Beyond the Week Rate
Rental rates above the one week rate will be the one (1) week rate times the corresponding multiplier for the number of additional days that the equipment is desired as follows:
- 12-18 days is the one (1) week rate times two (2);
- 19-25 days is the one (1) week rate times three (3);
- 26-33 days is the one (1) week rate times four (4);
- 34-40 days is the one (1) week rate times five (5);
- etc.
Adventure Rec Equipment Rental Rates
Contact Kristen LaFleur for more information or stop by the Adventure Rec Center during open hours to plan ahead.
Please read all Outdoor Equipment Rental Policies.
| ITEM | ONE DAY RATE | WEEKEND RATE (2-4 DAYS) |
WEEK RATE (5-11 DAYS) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canoe* | Members: $35 Non-Members: $45 |
Members: $45 Non-Members: $60 |
Members: $60 Non-Members: $80 |
| Kayak* | Members: $30 Non-Members: $40 |
Members: $40 Non-Members: $55 |
Members: $50 Non-Members: $75 |
| Paddle or Life Jacket only | Members: $10 Non-Members: $15 |
Members: $15 Non-Members: $20 |
Members: $20 Non-Members: $25 |
| Single or Tandem Bike** | Members: $20 Non-Members: $25 |
Members: $35 Non-Members: $45 |
Members: $50 Non-Members: $65 |
*No Extra Charge for Paddles & Life Jackets
**Must bring lock or rent lock from Campus Recreation ($5.00 1-4 Days; $10/5+ days; $40 replacement fee). Bike helmet recommended and available for checkout with no additional fee.
Beyond the Week Rate
Rental rates above the one week rate will be the one (1) week rate times the corresponding multiplier for the number of additional days that the equipment is desired as follows:
- 12-18 days is the one (1) week rate times two (2);
- 19-25 days is the one (1) week rate times three (3);
- 26-33 days is the one (1) week rate times four (4);
- 34-40 days is the one (1) week rate times five (5);
- etc.