The Dartmouth Outing Club (DOC) was originally formed in 1909 to “stimulate interest in out-of-door winter sports”. The purpose of the Dartmouth Outing Club shall be to further, through camaraderie in the out-of-doors of a diverse and inclusive membership, the educational objectives of Dartmouth College and its principle of community, by stimulating an appreciation of nature and environmental stewardship, a knowledge of the fundamental crafts of outdoor living, the creative use of leisure time, and above all, the development of such personal traits as initiative, integrity, tolerance, self-reliance, and leadership.

Today, the DOC has over 25% of Dartmouth students participate in its activities. The DOC organizes trips in the outdoors, provides outdoor leader and medical/safety education, and plays an active role in stewardship of the environment through the Organic Farm Club and its close relationship with Sustainable Dartmouth.

In addition to the many trip-based sub-clubs, the DOC also houses a student group committed to overseeing risk management across activities and a group exploring opportunities to promote diversity, inclusion, justice and equity helping make the DOC a safe and welcoming space for any Dartmouth Student interested in going outside.  

As a student at Dartmouth College, your opportunities for engagement with the Dartmouth Outing Club (DOC) are limitless!  Get involved:

• Go on a trip!
• See all DOC Clubs
• Get funding
• Follow us @DartmouthOutingClub

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Learn more about the DOC:

• DOC Leadership
• DOC History
• Alumni Spotlights