What to Expect: Arriving At & Departing From Camp

Arriving at Camp

Camp always begins at dinner on a Sunday. Students must arrive at the Univ. of Utah housing in Salt Lake City between noon (not before noon) and 6:00 PM for dinner and mandatory meeting on the first Sunday.

For students arriving at the International Airport (SLC), the railroad depot, or the bus station in Salt Lake City, ground transportation can be arranged via local services. Uber or Lyft are one option, also look into the tram from the airport to the university. Camp staff may also be available to pick-up students from the airport, contact Dr. Stewart for information.

Luggage and Personal Gear

Please limit yourself to a reasonable amount of luggage (1 or 2 large duffle bags, sleeping bag, tent). Bring a daypack large enough to carry your gear in the field (3-4 liters of water, rain gear, lunch, etc.) and to hold items you want with you on driving trips. Please check with your university representative if you plan to bring a bicycle. Soft-sided luggage is preferred – please avoid hard-sided suitcases and external frame packs (unless you know you are going to go backpacking in some free time). Excessively large baggage is not allowed.