Wellness Center
Outdoor Recreation and Open Gym Activities
The Wellness Center embraces all that our community, environment and natural surroundings have to offer. This pursuit hopes to enrich the emotional, environmental, occupational, spiritual, intellectual, social and physical well being of students, staff, faculty and the community at large. The Centers activities strive to focus on providing leadership, planning, opportunity, and education in pursuit of healthier lives.
Winter 2012 Activities:
There are some great activity options available to Students, Staff and Faculty this Winter. Take advantage of these free adventure opportunities made available by the BC Wellness Center, Student Programs, Human Resources and the Wilderness Skills Certificate Program
Registration Opens January 11, 2012
http://getstarted.bellevuecollege.edu/wellnesscenter
There is a $5 registration/equipment fee for all advanced registration events.
Visit the Wellness Center
Welleness Center Office, located at G128
Mon, Wed and Fri 11:00-1:30
Gear Rentals Avialable: Tents, Backpacks, Sleeping Pads, Snowshoes
More info
E-mail Peter Prescott for more information on any of these activities.
Guided Snowshoe Treks in the Cascade Mountains: Fridays
Basic snowshoe information, route selection and views provided. Participants will meet at trailheads along the I-90 corridor in the Snoqualmie pass region for a great Friday afternoon workout and mental reboot. Be prepared for winter driving and dress for winter weather conditions. Packing list and information sheet provided upon sign up. Get out There!!!
Guided Friday Afternoon Hike
Meet at Rattle Snake Ledge for a group hike. Basic information and topographical maps will be provided. Come prepared with comfortable walk/hiking shoes, a day pack with water, food, clothing and a light source (head lamp recommended). Take this opportunity to meet other outdoor enthusiast and start your weekend in an active and invigorating way.
MOVIE PREMIER: “One For the Road”Teton Gravity Research
Join us for a late season preview of the newest TGR film One For the Road. We will have popcorn, drinks and as much swag as we can find for raffle. Join us and other outdoor enthusiast for this great night.
Movie Description:
One for the Road is an HD ski film that follows some of the world's most progressive snow sports athletes as it documents their lives on the road and captures some of the most stunning riding to date. Road trips are an integral part of every adventurer's life and a conduit to define one's being. Journeys to new lands shed light on each skier's personal mission. Whether shredding with long time ski partners, or meeting a seasoned character in some far off country, wisdom is gained through these new experiences. The road trip is a metaphor for every skier's existence.
Introduction to Indoor Rock Climbing: Vertical World Redmond
Rock climbing is a great way to relieve stress, build muscle tone and improve self-efficacy. It’s also one of the statistically safest recreational activities available. Put life priorities in perspective by dangling from a 30’ cliff with a fellow BC student. All climbing equipment is provided with advanced registration. Space is limited!
GPS Navigation Clinic
Take your outdoor recreation to the next level by learning how to navigate with a handheld GPS unit. In this hands-on GPS navigation clinic you will learn and practice the basics of using a GPS, including pinpointing your location, marking waypoints, tracking routes, plotting courses, and navigating to pre-defined destinations. A Washington state discovery parking pass is required.
Health Education
There are some great health events available to Students, Staff and Faculty this Quarter. These events are sponsored and brought to by the BC Wellness Center, Student Programs, and BC Human Resources.
Winter 2011 Activities
Puget Sound Blood Center
With only a 24 hour supply of donated blood on stock, the Puget Sound Blood Center is always appreciative of those who give. Whether you give whenever you have the chance, or this is your first time supporting this worth program, they ensure they will make this a positive experience.
- Blood Drive dates posted soon