Student Activities and Leadership

Our 'Outer Limits' program provides the Saint Anselm student body with the opportunity to partake in outdoor, recreational activities that encourage development of the whole student. The program focuses its interest in outdoor activities, teaches risk management skills, helps students strive toward their personal limits, builds and creates leaders, allows students to push beyond their comfort zone, uses the wilderness as a classroom and encourages students to trust themselves and their peers when engaging in activities that are outside of their comfort zone.

Fall 2017 Events

• September 9: Paddle boarding/kayak/canoe - Contoocook River ($10)
• September 23: Adventure/ropes course - Gunstock Mountain ($20)
• September 30: Hiking - Mount Monadnock ($5)
• October 14: Hiking - Tower Hill Pond Loop Trail ($5)

The Saint Anselm College Outer Limits crew tackled the classic Franconia Ridge hike in the White Mountains of New Hampshire.

Due to a low number of signups by our registration deadline, we will be canceling all three of our Passages trips for July 2018 (Champlain, Acadia, and Adirondacks).  A message was sent to all participants via email regarding the cancellation, and all checks were returned by mail.

We are deeply sorry to not be continuing with the Passages program this summer but Saint Anselm College has other offerings, such as Anselmian 360 and Transitions, to help immerse you in the culture and ease your transition that we encourage you check out If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to call (603-641-7363) or email the office (studentactivities@anselm.edu).

We invite members of the incoming class of 2022 to join us for Passages 2018, Saint Anselm College's Adventure Leadership Program for new students. Passages is a unique opportunity to meet an amazing group of friends to start college with, get acclimated to being Anselmian, and spend time learning and having fun in exciting locations.

Trained student leaders (Passages Guides) and a faculty/staff lead and facilitate the daily activities as well as provide guidance and supervision throughout the program. Guides are also excellent resources for participants as they transition to Saint Anselm College.

Passages Registration Letter (PDF/491KB)

2018 Trips

This year Passages is offering four different trips, each occurring prior to your arrival on campus for New Student Orientation. Participants must arrive by 9:45 a.m. for check in on the day of departure and should anticipate returning to campus by 6 p.m. on the last day.

Champlain, July 16 - July 20
This trip costs $450 to participate, no refunds will be given after June 29th.
*A Valid Passport is required*
This trip engages students in a blended exploration of service, adventure, culture and spirituality. Based at Saint Anne’s Shrine in northern Vermont, the group resides in cabins on the 32 acre attraction touches the shores and banks of Lake Champlain and the Adirondack Mountains. For this trip features a day trip in Montreal to explore landmark cathedrals and other landmarks, visits to area nature preserves, and a day of service in a nearby community. This trip also offers a variety of short readings of the geographic and historical resources, and photography related to the culture of the area, as well as an opportunity for reflective journaling to further participant’s experience. Participants can expect to learn about the impact of service, positive group dynamics, leadership, and classic cathedrals. This adventure will provide participants with an experience unique to our region and our Anselmian way of life. 

Acadia, July 17 - July 21
This trip costs $340 to participate, no refunds will be given after June 29th.
Set in beautiful Acadia National Park, which consistently ranks in the top 15 best parks in the nation, this trip is for the adventurous and lovers of the outdoors. Aside from enjoying some of the best hiking trails in the east, participants will enjoy beautiful scenery and have opportunities to connect while preparing food over fires with new friends. Home for the week will be a campground tent site (with amenities) located within walking distance to the ocean. Don’t worry if you don’t have a tent, we will provide them! Students will engage in a day of education and service at two certified organic farms. The Acadia experience also provides students with a variety of art and educational mediums to continue their understanding and appreciation for the area. Participants should expect to return home with an established connection to the Saint Anselm College community, an understanding of how food is cultivated, and an appreciation for our protected lands.

Adirondacks, July 23 - July 27
This trip costs $450 to participate, no refunds will be given after July 6th.
Participants will explore the nature and culture of the Adirondacks located in northeast New York. The Adirondack Park covers 6.1 million acres and is the largest park, state-level protected area, and national historic landmark in the contiguous United States. The trip will consist of gaining historical knowledge, understanding environmental issues, land management, outdoor leadership, and the importance of having wild, protected areas. Participants will base their adventures out of lakeside rustic cabins in the Pharoah Lake Wilderness region of the state park. This trip also offers individual’s opportunities for journaling, while appreciating nature, and further materials to continue their understanding of the area after the trip. Possible activities include a treetop ropes course with zip lines, exploring the high peaks region, hiking, canoeing, swimming, and other outdoor activities.

*All trips are subject to change without notice.*

Registration

Registration is now open and will continue until filled.

Trips have limited space available and are taken on a first-come, first-served basis and they fill quickly. Don't wait too long to register. Each trip cost includes all group activities, lodging, meals, & transportation. Participants must arrive by 9:45 a.m. for check in on the day of departure and should anticipate returning to campus by 6 p.m. on the last day.

Checks should be made payable to Saint Anselm College - Passages, and mailed along with the registration form to:

Passages - Student Activities & Leadership Programs
Saint Anselm College
100 Saint Anselm Drive, #1715
Manchester, NH  03102

For more information about the Passages program, contact: Student Activities & Leadership Programs at (603) 641-7363 or via email at StudentActivities@anselm.edu.

New Student Orientation (NSO) is a collaborative program that consists of Orientation Part I in June, Orientation Part II in August, and the Transfer Student Orientation in January. In addition, the office helps coordinate the recruitment, selection, and training of over 60 Orientation Leaders (OL's) every year.