Recreation

The Department of Campus Recreation

The Activities and Recreation Center (ARC)
232 ARC, One Shields Ave, Davis CA 95616
(530) 752-1730; http://campusrecreation.ucdavis.edu

The UC Davis Department of Campus Recreation provides many healthy activities and programs including social, physical, creative, intellectual and cultural activities to offset the stresses associated with a rigorous academic environment. These programs complement the academic mission of the university and enhance the quality of life for the campus.

The following facilities are managed through The Department of Campus Recreation:

• The ARC
• The Pavilion
• The Equestrian Center
• The Outdoor Center
• The Craft Center
• Hickey Pool
• Recreation Pool
• Intramural Fields

The following programs are offered through The Department of Campus Recreation:

Campus Recreation Memberships, Informal Recreation and Fitness & Wellness Programs

The ARC
(530) 752-1730

The ARC information desk is the place to purchase memberships, ask about informal recreational opportunities and sign up for healthy fitness and wellness programs offered through The Department of Campus Recreation. For more information on the above programs, please see the Department of Campus Recreation Web site.

Events & Conferencing

The ARC & The Pavilion

The Department of Campus Recreation staff manages all conference and event needs related to the meeting rooms and ballroom located in the Activities and Recreation Center. The Pavilion, formerly called Recreation Hall, is a 150,000 square-foot reservable arena, as well as the home court for UC Davis NCAA Basketball & Volleyball. From concerts to career fairs, it's the ideal space to host any large event. For more information, please see the Department of Campus Recreation Web site.

Intramural Sports and Sport Clubs

The ARC
(530) 752-1730

The mission of the Intramural Sports and Sport Club office is to provide the students, faculty and staff of UC Davis the opportunity to participate in a variety of competitive and recreational sports on campus.

The UC Davis Sport Club program promotes student participation in a wide variety of athletic activities, provides opportunity for student competition at various levels of play and fosters the development of student leadership. Sport Clubs are comprised of student, faculty and staff of the University.

Outdoor Adventures

The Barn (on the corner of California and Hutchison)
(530) 752-1995

Outdoor Adventures will help you enjoy time with friends in California's scenic natural areas, develop your outdoor skills and plan your outdoor excursion. You can rent professional-quality equipment and arrange for custom-designed trips and group rates. An up-to-date library contains topographic maps, trail guides and other materials. Classes, excursions and clinics in backpacking, rock-climbing, whitewater rafting, sea kayaking, mountaineering, cross-country skiing and other sports are offered. Outdoor Adventurers also offers training classes in wilderness first aid, EMT, AED, CPR and swift water rescue.

Equestrian Programs

Garrod Drive (southwest of Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital)
(530) 752-2372

The Equestrian Center is open year round, offering trail rides, practice sessions and instruction in both English and Western riding. Group and private lessons are available for beginning through advanced levels, along with training in horse care and stable management. The Equestrian Center sponsors clinics, horse shows, summer youth equestrian camps and special events.

Craft Programs

South Silo
(530) 752-1475/1730

The Craft Center is an ideal place to channel your creative energy. Facilities are available on a day or quarter use basis. Ceramics is available for quarter use only. Workshops and classes are offered each quarter in woodworking, weaving, jewelry making, art and graphics, computer imaging, ceramics, photography, silk-screen printing, welding, leather working, stained glass and other crafts.

Aquatics

Recreation Pool, Corner of La Rue Road and Hutchison Drive
(530) 752-2695, (530) 752-1706—Aquatic Director

Located on campus, the Rec Pool's distinctive shape allows for a wide variety of water activities. The pool includes lap lanes, diving boards, an island, a large grass area for sunbathing and a shallow wading pool. Picnic tables and a barbecue are also available on a first come first served basis. The Rec Pool offers aqua aerobics classes and swim lessons for all ages. The pool opens for the season in mid-April and closes in mid-October.

Hickey Pool, located in the courtyard of Hickey Gymnasium Building (central campus)
(530) 752-3893, (530) 752-1706—Aquatic Director

Hickey Pool is a seven-lane, 33 and 1/3 yard pool with a moveable bulkhead previously used as the competitive pool on campus, housing six Intercollegiate Athletic teams, physical education classes, Intramural Sports and Club Sports, and University extension classes. With the addition of the new Ted and Rand Schall Aquatic Center, Hickey Pool's schedule now accommodates limited lap swimming hours that vary during the academic year. Entrance is free to currently registered students and at a minimal fee for staff and faculty.

Campus Unions

Memorial Union Auxiliary Services
457 Memorial Union, One Shields Ave, Davis CA 95616
(530) 752-2524; http://muauxiliaries.ucdavis.edu

Campus Unions manages a number of programs and facilities to serve the campus:

The Games Area

Games Area (located below the UC Davis Bookstore)
(530) 752-2580/1730

The Games Area features bowling lanes, a billiards room, a video arcade, lounge space and storage lockers. The Games Area conducts bowling leagues, classes, clinics and tournaments for all ages from beginning through advanced skill levels. The facility is fully accessible to those with disabilities.

The Memorial Union (MU)

MU Campus Information Center
(530) 752-2222

The MU complex serves as the community center for the campus. The MU Campus Information Center's student staff can refer you to people, places, programs and services on and off campus and maintains an up-to-date database of 1,000 on and off campus organizations. The complex houses the UC Davis Corral gift shop, Coffee House, MU Conference Center, Campus Box Office (where you can purchase tickets for campus events), and Campus Events and Visitors Services (CEVS).

Griffin Lounge serves as a comfortable space for studying, getting together with friends, and special events like: Open Mic Night; Poker Tournaments; Comedy Shows; and Video Game Tournaments
The Loft, on the second floor, provides a comfortable and relaxed lounge, popular for studying, enjoying student art and board games. The loft has a large collection of vintage vinyl LP's for listening pleasure.

Freeborn Hall, an assembly hall in the MU complex, is used for performing arts, concerts, dances, banquets, lectures and conferences.

The Memorial Union operates several facilities that can be rented for group gatherings. With its wood-paneled interior and ceiling-high windows, Rec Pool Lodge is an ideal location for meetings, lectures or dances. The covered patio surrounding the lodge offers a shaded environment for outside dining during the warm weather. Putah Creek Lodge, secluded in the Arboretum, provides a relaxing atmosphere for lectures, banquets, weddings or dances. The spacious lawn surrounding the lodge is suitable for volleyball and games, receptions, and picnics. The lodges have kitchens and outdoor barbecues.

Silo Union