The Adventure Welcome Experiences (AWE) offers first-year and transfer students a warm welcome to the CSUSB community, as well as provides some tools to successfully navigate the transition into Coyote life. Students will explore the beautiful outdoors of California and develop lasting relationships while on a fun-filled journey of self-discovery, leadership development, & lasting memories! Space is limited to 10 spots per trip. Registration Now Open!
AWE is a program within the CSUSB Recreation & Wellness Department. Join us and have AWE help inspire you for life as a Coyote!
What's included
- Round-trip Transportation from CSUSB in 12 passenger van
- Camp Fees
- Camping Equipment
- Admission and activity fees
- Adventure Leaders
- Most Meals
2025 Trips (only open to first-year and new transfer students)
AWE - Kings Canyon Camp and Explore - First-Year Students
August 17 - 20, 2025
Kings Canyon National Park is a dramatic and rugged wilderness area in the southern Sierra Nevada of California, known for its deep canyons, towering cliffs, and ancient giant sequoias. Kings Canyon itself is one of the deepest canyons in North America, carved by glaciers and the powerful Kings River. The park is home to massive giant sequoias, including the General Grant Tree, known as the “Nation’s Christmas Tree.” We will set up camp along the South Fork of the Kings River in the Cedar Grove, deep in the canyon. We will explore waterfalls like Grizzly Falls and Mist Falls on scenic hikes through forests and granite landscapes. Highlights also include the lush Zumwalt Meadows and a guided tour of Boyden Cavern.
Register Here
AWE - Yosemite High Sierra Backpack - New Transfer Students
August 2 - 5, 2025
This stunning high-country backpacking adventure takes you deep into Yosemite's wilderness, where alpine lakes, granite ridgelines, and solitude await. The Ten Lakes Basin is a hidden gem in Yosemite National Park, offering a peaceful escape from the busier valley floor. The Ten Lakes area combines the best of Yosemite’s alpine wilderness—tranquil lakes, dramatic views, and relative solitude. It’s a perfect trip for backpackers seeking a rewarding, moderate challenge with unforgettable scenery.