By Aaron Wolf |Staff Writer| Walking down a narrow path you feel calm and relaxed. The birds are chirping and bees are buzzing. You are one with nature. This relaxing and fulfilling experience could be yours. CSUSB Recreation and Wellness Center (Rec Center) offers camping trips throughout the quarter. The trips are scheduled between May and September and a variety of locations are explored. The next destination is Yosemite National Park. This trip is scheduled for April 29 through May 1. Sign-ups conclude on April 27. According to the Adventure Guide, Yosemite is one of the first and most popular parks in the United States. Yosemite is known for its beautiful views and … [Read more...] about Hiking and backpacking with the Rec Center
Student Recreation & fitness center
Recreational Sports makeover on the way
By Lauren Jennings |Staff Writer| "CSUSB plans to expand the Rec Center to re-energize the campus and to create a fun environment for students to enjoy while on campus", said Rick Craig, director of the Student Recreation and Fitness Center (Rec Center). The current Rec Center has been deemed "too small" to be used to its full potential. "This includes overcrowding, long wait times for equipment, and a first-come, first-serve basis for certain facilities inside the center", Craig said. Craig said that he is currently working with architects and students to begin the expansion process. The economy is getting better, so it has been determined that the Rec Center can … [Read more...] about Recreational Sports makeover on the way
Easy tips to stay healthy this holiday season
By Amanda Wigley |Staff Writer| Whether you like it or not, the Holidays are here. This is the time of year where we often find ourselves eating more and working out less. Below are five tips to help you stay on track with health and fitness during the madness of the holiday season. First, drink plenty of water. A lot of times we forget how important it is to simply drink enough water. Let’s face it, with all the holiday parties we often find ourselves consuming more alcohol than usual. If you up your water intake, it will benefit you in many ways. It will help fill your stomach and make you feel full so you will eat less. It will also keep your immune system strong while … [Read more...] about Easy tips to stay healthy this holiday season
Veterans Memorial Day tribute
By Desirae Contreras |Staff Writer| In their honor, CSUSB acknowledged our veterans from May 18-25 in preparation of Memorial Day weekend. On May 25, the Veterans Success Center (VSC) celebrated their grand opening ribbon-cutting ceremony behind the flag poles located in front of campus. “The ceremony is very important because with the death of our former Coyote, Lt. Alejo Thompson, we have [numbers] of service members in harm’s way and we want them to know that the Coyote family is thinking about them and that we do hope for [their] speedy returns and that they’re always acknowledged here by the CSUSB family,” said Veterans Success Center coordinator, Marci Daniels. The ceremony … [Read more...] about Veterans Memorial Day tribute