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Looking for a new way to stay active? Look no further than the Outdoor Adventures Center. The OAC is offering a New Climber Night every Monday from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. No registration or safety classes are required, and participants do not need to purchase climbing gear. Located at 930 N. 14th St., the OAC provides students and faculty with an opportunity to stay active while building a community. “Our community is so welcoming here. We will cheer you on at any level you are at. We are here to support,” Miguel Gutierrez, a senior child, youth and family studies major and an OAC-certified climbing leader, said. Climbing can be a less physically demanding alternative to some other recreational activities, according to Landon Peterson, a freshman agricultural leadership, education and communication major. “During high school, I did a lot of other sports, but it caused a lot of injuries, so I like climbing because it’s less physical and it’s still an endurance sport,” Peterson said. For those with no climbing experience, instructors are available to teach participants the basics and help them improve their skills and form. “Everybody comes from different backgrounds in climbing, and it’s a lot of people’s first time climbing, so we support you wherever you’re at and teach you everything you need to become a better climber,” Gutierrez said. Less-to-moderately experienced climbers can also ask instructors for guidance before climbing independently, but at any level, climbing instructors remain available to help with form, safety and other basic climbing needs. “They teach you the ropes, how to do everything that you need to do, especially to be safe,” Peterson said. The OAC also offers Women’s Climbing Night on Tuesdays from 7-9 p.m. Both New Climbers Nights and Women’s Nights are free to University of Nebraska-Lincoln students and faculty members with their NCard. “It’s just a very nice way to come in and get an experience in our gym for free, but also know what Outdoor Adventures offers more than just climbing,” Gutierrez said.  Besides being an outlet for your body, climbing is proven to help with cognitive functions such as problem solving, mindfulness, confidence and resilience, according to The Climb Hanger. The sport also provides social perks such as building connections, better communication and much more.  Getting into a new hobby can be challenging, but the OAC aims to create a welcoming environment where participants can stay active and meet new people. “It’s just really cool because it’s a lot of like-minded people, and they’re very accepting for anybody,” Peterson said. New Climber Nights run through the end of the year and are open to interested climbers of all experience levels. For those looking for activities beyond climbing, the OAC offers a variety of events throughout the semester. Upcoming events include a Try Archery event Sept. 19 at 1 p.m., a Bike Trails and Ice Cream Ride Sept. 29 from 6-8 p.m. and an outdoor rock-climbing event Oct. 2-4. Registration and additional information are available through the Campus Recreation website. Gutierrez and all the other instructors can't wait to help with your climbing journey. Gallery [email protected]