We are glad that you have registered for the Western Regional Outdoor Leadership Conference (WROLC) hosted this year by UCSB Adventure Programs. Please read all information thoroughly. We decided NOT to print a Conference Program Booklet this year. We know, crazy! It’s never been done. Probably for good reason, but we’re throwing caution into the wind and hoping to save a small shrubbery. So, this is it! Please print it out if you need a hard copy or feel free to access via your pocket computer throughout the weekend. The most recent version will be available on the main webpage: https://recreation.sa.ucsb.edu/adventure-programs/special-events/wrolc. We will have hard copy maps with workshop overview available. If you have any questions please contact the Adventure Programs Office at (805) 893-3737 or Adventure@Recreation.ucsb.edu.

Where to Meet

UCSB Recreation Center (Rec Cen); 34˚25’5”N 119˚50’54”W. We will have a welcome table at the entrance where you’ll receive directions to the Info/Check In table and where to unload your gear. If you have not already taken advantage of the discounted pricing by sending in your payment, you will be able to pay the “at the door” fee here.

Check In

 Friday 12pm to 5pm. Late check in on Fri and Sat is available. Go to the Rec Cen front desk and let them know you are with WROLC.

Parking on Campus

“E” plate vehicles may park in UCSB Faculty, Staff, or Student spaces for FREE. 

Permits are needed Friday through Sunday. Purchase permits from special kiosk/dispenser noted on Google Map. Expect to pay $8 Friday; $4 Sat; $4 Sun. Park in Lot #16 or the Mesa Parking Structure across from the Rec Cen. Free street parking is available in Isla Vista which is approx. 1 mile from the Rec Cen (park at your own risk). For more UCSB parking information please check www.tps.ucsb.edu.

UC Faculty and Staff permit holders may apply for a FREE reciprocity parking permit at the Parking office. The office will be open until 5pm on Friday. You will need to bring your Faculty or Staff permit to the office and they will issue a UCSB permit for Fri-Sun. Details for reciprocity: https://www.tps.ucsb.edu/parking-permits/visitor/visitor-ucsb-parking-reciprocity. Map to Parking Services can be found by clicking on the “TPS Office Location Map” button found at: https://www.tps.ucsb.edu/contacts. 

Lodging

In standard WROLC tradition, indoor gym “camping” and very limited outdoor lawn space will be available. You may NOT pitch a tent indoors, but may outside. We highly recommend bringing a padlock for securing valuables in one of the available day use lockers or your vehicle. The sleeping areas will not be monitored during the day. UCSB is not responsible for lost, stolen or damaged items. El Capitan and Refugio State Beaches are the closest traditional camping options, https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=601. For alternative options, a lodging guide is available at https://admissions.sa.ucsb.edu/visit-ucsb/directions. 

Meals

Food is available for purchase on campus or in nearby Isla Vista. Both are within walking distance from the conference. The conference includes a continental style breakfast on Sat and Sun morning and a buffet dinner Sat night. You are on your own for Fri dinner and lunches. A comprehensive list of dining options on campus can be found at https://www.ucen.ucsb.edu/hours. In IV, we recommend Woodstocks Pizza (Tell them you want to use the “Faculty Coupon” for 15% off), South Coast Deli, and Silvergreens. You may consider cooking group meals together. We will provide coals and a cleaning station on Fri evening if you would like to do a dutch oven meal. You will need to bring all your own cooking/eating equipment including a fire pan if using coals. You may also feel free to use your camp stoves in the cooking/ fire area.

Caffeine

We understand this is a health and safety issue for a few of us! Although we are NOT able to provide coffee, tea, cocoa, other hot drink delicacies, we will provide hot water and have it available throughout the conference. Please Plan Ahead and Prepare with your personal favorite mug and something to go in it.

What to Bring

  • Comfortable clothing for 3 days
  • Rain gear/ umbrella as necessary (check your favorite weather.com/.gov site; zip = 93106)
  • Something to write with and something to write on
  • Crazy creek or camping chair
  • Lock for day use lockers (for security during workshops while no one is watching sleeping area)
  • Sleeping gear (Ground Pad, Sleeping Bag) (Tent optional but might be important for outside rain) 
  • Clothing/gear appropriate to desired workshops (ie wetsuit, swimwear for kayak/ocean clinics)
  • Swimwear for log rolling, canoe battleship, hot tub (but please keep it on)
  • Running shoes/ gear
  • Climbing harness/ shoes. We will also have rentals available for use in the climbing center
  • Personal items/ Toiletries/ (Showers available but no towels provided)
  • Towel
  • Headlamp
  • Water Bottle
  • Camera
  • Frisbees, hacky sacks, poi (no fire), juggling (no knives/ chainsaws), cards, hula hoops, ya know…
  • Musical Instruments esp. small drums, shakers, and such for the post dinner jam sesh
  • Personal eating flat ware, plates, bowl, mug, water bottle
  • Socks and Costumes for Roller Skating
  • Instant coffee, tea, etc. (hot water will be provided)
  • Snacks for a wee bit-o-fuel between meals
  • Bring old gear to test/bust on the slow pull breaking pulley!!!
  • A little money for meals not included and travel
  • Your professional nametag (we will also have nametags available)
  • Your program’s brochures and stickers for the brochure table

Dutch Oven What to Bring

  • Dutch oven
  • Fire pan
  • Utensils for moving coals, serving, cooking, etc.
  • Enough food for your group and a few new friends/tasters
  • Hot coals and a cleaning station will be provided by UCSB

Weed and Booze

University regulations and program policies do not allow alcohol or drugs during this conference at the Rec Cen or in any on-campus conference venue. Thank you for your cooperation.

Smoking (anything) and/ or chew, vaporizers, etc

No Thank You. The University of California is a completely tobacco products free campus.

Community Behavior

WROLC conferences and its participants are known for exceptional and professional behavior. Leave No Trace and Expedition Behavior are two expectations from the backcountry that we hold attendees to the highest standard of while at this front country conference. For example, please respect other users of UCSB facilities by leaving all conference areas cleaner than when you found them, especially after eating and showering. One of the reasons we have been extended the privilege of multiple “exceptions to policy” is due to our “guarantee” that all conference attendees will conduct themselves appropriately and professionally. The UCSB Recreation Center, Adventure Climbing Center, UCSB Campus, etc. are loaded with policies, procedures, and rules. Thank you in advance for respecting requests of all Recreation and Campus staff. We don’t anticipate any challenges in this regard and look forward to a really fun and informative conference.  Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

Theme and Keynote Speaker

The theme for WROLC 2017 is “Cultivating the Future.” Our Keynote speaker, Warren Brush, will set the tone and foundation for the bulk of the conference Saturday Morning at 8:45am:

Access to Rec Cen Fitness Centers and Pools

The UCSB Rec Cen Governance Board and Rec Cen Management have agreed to allow access to the fitness centers and pools without paying the regular day use fee. Please respect all policies, procedures and Rec Cen staff requests. Pools close at 8:30pm. Fitness Centers close at 9pm.

Campus Point Rental Center

FREE rentals are available to WROLC attendees who may wish to check out a kayak, SUP, wetsuit, surfboard, and/or boogie board. This might be a fun Sun afternoon activity. Hours and details: https://recreation.sa.ucsb.edu/adventure-programs/outdoor-gear-rentals

Refund Policy

There are no refunds after you register unless the conference is canceled.  If you find another individual to pay for your spot we will then send you a refund (less $20 service charge).

Huge Thanks to All!!!

We are glad you are here and hope you enjoy the conference and UCSB. We are very thankful for all the incredible support in making this conference a reality. We would not be able to make it happen without the hard work and dedication of: WROLC Planning Committee Peeps, Adventure Programs Staff and Volunteers, WROLC Sponsors, UCSB Department of Recreation, UCSB Recreation Center Staff, UCSB Rec Sports Staff, UCSB Recreation Marketing Team, and the Recreation Center Governance Board.