The Winthrop University Outdoor Education Center (OEC) has been developing teams
and groups since 1982 and has served more than 40,000 people. Considered by many professionals
to be a teaching tool ahead of its time, the OEC offers specialized group learning
experiences in an effective non-traditional setting. Teamwork is essential! By sharing
in a new and meaningful experience, participants will learn more about themselves,
each other, and their group as a whole.
Each workshop is individually planned around the needs and goals of the team or group.
In designing all sessions, careful attention is paid to specific group needs, so that
groups will be given the opportunity to be challenged and reach their goals. Sessions
are classified as being either half-day (2-4 hrs), full-day (4-8 hrs), or multi-day.
The OEC experience is one of learning and fun! Your team will be presented with challenges
that will require communication, trust, teamwork, and commitment to group goals.
It's more than a group outing — it's an opportunity for self and group discov
What is WHOA?
The Winthrop Headquarters for Outdoor Adventure (WHOA!) is the new adventure-based equipment resource center organized and operated by
the Physical Education, Sport & Human Performance (PESH) Department of Winthrop University.
The mission of WHOA is to promote the health and wellness of the campus community and to encourage a
respect for and appreciation of natural environments by providing the students, faculty
and staff of Winthrop University with opportunities, resources, and instruction necessary
to engage the outdoors in a meaningful and responsible manner.
For minimal rental fees, you, the students, faculty and staff of Winthrop University
can access a variety of outdoor adventure equipment such as kayaks, canoes, tents,
framed backpacks, and other hiking and camping gear. While we do not currently have
limitless amounts or vast varieties of equipment, a standing commitment to engaging
the adventure-based interests of the campus community will motivate WHOA's continued growth and development.
For several years, the PESH department has worked toward the vision of providing this
service to the Winthrop community, and it is our great pleasure to announce its commencement.
Please contact Geoff Morrow at 803-323-2573 or simply click on WHOA
