Rentals
Our equipment rental shop provides a diverse selection of excellent outdoor equipment. From rental bikes to surfboards and kayaks, Outdoor Adventure is the place where you can find whatever you need for your next adventure.
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Pick-Up Information
- Temporarily located at the Welcome Desk - Monday and Friday 11:00 am - 1:00 pm.
- Equipment Rentals begins Friday, March 8, 2024.
- Patrons must complete the Rental Request Agreement Form prior to visiting the office for gear pick-up.
- Gear is available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
- Upon arriving at the CRWC, please pay for your rental equipment at the Member Services desk before proceeding to the Outdoor Adventure office.
Water Sports Package Deals
| Daily | Weekend | Week | Extended Rental | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canoe Package: Canoe, PFD, Paddles, Dry-Bag |
$20.00 | $40.00 | $80.00 | $100.00 |
| Kayak Package: Kayak, PFD, Paddle, Dry-Bag |
$18.00 | $36.00 | $72.00 | $90.00 |
| Surfing Package: Surfboard, Bag, Wetsuit, Booties, Leash |
$15.00 | $30.00 | $60.00 | $75.00 |
| Stand-Up Paddle Package: SUP, PFD, Paddle, Drybag |
$15.00 | $30.00 | $60.00 | $75.00 |
Individual Items
| Daily | Weekend | Week | Extended Rental | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Backpack | $6.00 | $12.00 | $24.00 | $36.00 |
| Bike Helmet | $2.00 | $4.00 | $8.00 | $10.00 |
| Bicycle & Helmet | $8.00 | $16.00 | $32.00 | $40.00 |
| Climbing Helmet | $2.00 | $4.00 | $8.00 | $10.00 |
| Crash Pad | $5.00 | $10.00 | $20.00 | $25.00 |
| Pot Set - 2 set | $2.00 | $4.00 | $8.00 | $10.00 |
| Pot Set - 3 set | $3.00 | $6.00 | $12.00 | $15.00 |
| Sleeping Bag 20° | $6.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $20.00 |
| Sleeping Bag 45° | $4.00 | $8.00 | $18.00 | $22.00 |
| Sleeping Pad | $2.00 | $3.00 | $6.00 | $8.00 |
| Stove 2-burner | $5.00 | $10.00 | $20.00 | $25.00 |
| Tent 3 person | $5.00 | $10.00 | $20.00 | $25.00 |
| Tent 4 person | $8.00 | $16.00 | $32.00 | $40.00 |
| Tent 5 person | $10.00 | $20.00 | $40.00 | $50.00 |
| Floating Tube | $6.00 | $12.00 | $18.00 | $24.00 |
| Cooler | $5.00 | $10.00 | $20.00 | $20.00 |
| Crazy Creek Camp Chair | $6.00 | $9.00 | $12.00 | $18.00 |
Individual Water Activity Items
| Daily | Weekend | Week | Extended Rental | |
| Canoe Paddles (pair) | $3.00 | $5.00 | $10.00 | $12.00 |
| Dry Pack | $5.00 | $10.00 | $20.00 | 25.00 |
| Dry Bag small | $3.00 | $6.00 | $12.00 | 15.00 |
| Kayak Paddle | $3.00 | $4.00 | $8.00 | 10.00 |
| Personal Flotation Device PFD | $2.00 | $5.00 | $10.00 | 15.00 |
| Wetsuit & Booties | $5.00 | $10.00 | $20.00 | 25.00 |
*Daily Rates apply for 24-hour rentals, or for additional rental days. Weekend rentals pick up Friday & return Monday. Late Fees may apply. Weekly rentals are subject to availability.
Frequently Asked Questions
All current members of the CRWC are eligible to rent equipment – This includes students enrolled in classes and individual memberships. Sponsored daily guests are not permitted to rent from OA.
The CRWC member MUST sign the release documentation with the OA staff in the OA office after paying at the Welcome Desk. Renting equipment from Outdoor Adventure is strictly on a "day of" policy, reservations are NOT accepted. To rent equipment, make your payment at the Welcome Desk Member Services, then bring the receipt to the OA office during office hours.
Yes, late fees are charged per day at the daily rate of the unreturned item.
If possible, appropriate repair fees will be assessed. If not, a fee for the complete replacement of the item will be required.
Our knowledgeable OA staff will be happy to give you a brief explanation of the gear.
Absolutely — We will be happy to provide you with personal knowledge or resources of references to help plan your trip.
In order to maintain safety standards, it is required to know the history of climbing gear. Therefore, equipment such as ropes, harnesses, carabiners, etc. are never rented.
For information contact:
Outdoor Adventure
outdoors@uh.edu