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High Outdoor Ropes Challenge Course
The High Outdoor Ropes Course is located at the southwest part of the Sports Center grounds, and features 19 elements and two levels 25' and 38' from the ground. A zip line is also an exciting feature of our course (not shown in the photo). This one of a kind structure is suitable for participants of all ability levels for ages 12 and over. The Adventure Department uses the course during teambuilding exercises for groups and organizations. Community Ropes Course Events are held to allow all members and non-members access to the course during the summer months.
Low Outdoor Ropes Challenge Course
The newest addition to the Adventure Deparment facilities is the Low Outdoor Challenge Course. The course includes 10 different elements, puzzles, and challenges spread out through the wooded area located at the northwest part of the Sports Center campus—two of the elements lift participants 30 feet off the ground! The Low Ropes Course is the perfect medium to improve group communication, increase morale, and emphasize learning to work together to solve problems. The course can be used by organizations and groups of any size, age, and climbing ability.
Elements include the Spiders Web, the Islands, the Traffic Jam, the Wall, the Whale Watch, the Flying Squirrel, the Nitro Slide, the Mohawk Walk, and the Swing By Choice.
Canoeing & Kayaking
Our expert Adventure Program staff can guide you and your group on a variety of different lake and river trips in the Central New York region. We focus on teaching communication, trust, and collaboration, as well as basic canoeing & kayaking skills. Outings cover skills appropriate for all paddlers. We also have the ability to hold indoor clinics in the Pool Area.
Outdoor Climbing
Join us outdoors for rock & ice climbing all over the beautiful New York area from Peterkill in the world famous "Gunks" to the Southern Adrinondacks. Spend the day learning to belay, improving your climbing technique, and introduce yourself to climbing fundamentals. Please be aware that climbing programs are weather permitting.
Adventure Department Offices
The Adventure Department Offices are located in the Maintenance Building at the northwest of the Sports Center grounds, near the Tennis Center. To contact the Adventure Department, please call us at 547-2800, or by emailing Jim Diliberto, Nicole Norwick, or Heather Henderson.
Iroquois House
The Iroquois House is located across County Highway 52, east of the main Sports Center grounds. It is used by the Adventure Department during the summer months for Summer Adventure Camps and space to accommodate groups and organizations during program activities.
High Indoor Ropes Challenge Course
The 120' long Indoor Ropes Course is suspended 30' above the Pool area. It features six elements, with an optional wet landing into the Deep Pool at the end. The Indoor Ropes Course has been a feature of the Sports Center since our opening in 1986, and has the advantage of being able to be used year-round. Suitable for participants of all abilitiy levels ages 12 and over.
Bouldering Wall & High Rock Climbing Wall
The Bouldering Wall (Located in the Gym Floor) is open year round and is availbable to all ages. Children under 12 years of age must stay below the designated line. The wall is off limits during special events and league play. Free for members, non-members must pay for a Day Pass.
The High Climbing Wall (Located in the Pool Area) is open seasonly and has regularly scheduled hours. To access the High Rock Wall, please use the balcony stairway to avoid walking on the Pool deck as much as possible. The High Rock Climbing Wall is available to all ages, and is free for members. Non-members must pay for a Day Pass.