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OWLventure Program

Your adventure awaits! Explore a different side of Temple University with the new OWLventure Program – an overnight orientation experience at the scenic Ambler Campus, which is also a 187-acre arboretum. You will build positive connections with other new Owls, develop your capacity to lead and gain perseverance for your new TU journey through participation in multiple outdoor activities.

The program includes one night of tent camping, plus a low ropes challenge course, teambuilding activities, a pool party, evening s’mores around the campfire and more!

The program costs $40 and includes all food and transportation to and from Main Campus. All camping gear (tent, sleeping pad, sleeping bag) will be provided. You may bring your own pillow, blanket, or sheet if needed.

No previous camping experience is required. Just bring along a sense of fun and look forward to making friends with other incoming students! 

Dates, Times and Location

  • OWLventure will take place on July 29-30 and August 19-20 at Temple University Ambler. Space for each session is limited so register today!

For the July 29-30 session, 

  • Registration preference will be given to students attending an orientation session at Main Campus on 7/29.
  • OWLventure will run from 6:30 p.m. on Day 1 to 2 p.m. on Day 2.
  • This session is limited to 35 students.
  • Bus transportation from Main Campus will leave promptly at 5:30 p.m. following orientation programming.
  • A return trip to Main Campus is available on July 30. Bus will arrive at Main Campus around 3:00 p.m.
  • For students who are arriving via personal transportation, check-in will take place at Bright Hall on Ambler Campus.

For the August 19-20 session,

  • OWLventure will run from 10:30 a.m. on Day 1 to 11:00 a.m. on Day 2.
  • This session is limited to 85 students.
  • Bus transportation from Main Campus will leave promptly at 9:00 a.m. on August 19.
  • A return trip to Main Campus is available on August 20. Bus will arrive at Main Campus around 12:30 p.m.
  • For students who are arriving via personal transportation, check-in will take place at Bright Hall on Ambler Campus.

 

FAQs

Do I need a ticket to attend? If so, how much does it cost and how can I purchase one?

Yes, you will need to register online since space is limited. The program costs $40 per person, with an option to apply for a fee waiver if cost is a barrier. To be considered for a fee waiver, please email .

Do attendees need to bring anything with them? If so, what?

Yes, a full packing list will be sent to you once you register. All camping gear (tent, sleeping pad, sleeping bag) will be provided. You may bring your own pillow, blanket, or sheet if desired.

What is the registration deadline?

For the July session, registration closes on July 23, 2025 at 11:59 PM.  For the August session, registration closes on August 13, 2025 at 11:59 PM.

What is the refund policy if I am unable to attend?

For the July session, there are no refunds after July 23, 2025. For the August session, there are no refunds after August 13, 2025.

If I have questions about the event, whom should I ask?

If you have questions, please call 267-468-8200 or email .