The sports/activities that college outdoor clubs are involved in often require gear which can cost $100s or $1000s per sport. Most college students cannot affor

The sports/activities that college outdoor clubs are involved in often require gear which can cost $100s or $1000s per sport. Most college students cannot afford to spend that kind of money just to try a sport. These clubs often use the dues to buy gear which can then be used by the members. Even hiking which is the cheapest could require a backpack, 3-4 season tent, zero degree sleeping bag, etc which is still expensive especially for a college kid.