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SUMMARY:Spring 26 Step Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Step into spring with the RU Rec 2-Week Step Challenge (Apr 13–26)! 🚶‍♀️ Join the fun with Rutgers Recreation and start logging your steps for a chance to win prizes sponsored by IKEA. Log any steps to enter weekly raffles for Amazon gift cards. Reach 52\,500 steps per week or 105\,000 total steps to unlock additional raffles for IKEA prizes\, personal training packages\, and massage appointments. Stay motivated with wellness tips\, boost your health\, and finish the semester strong. Grab a friend\, register\, and start stepping! 🏆 \n  \nRegister here: go.rutgers.edu/step26
URL:https://wellnesscalendar.rutgers.edu/event/spring-26-step-challenge/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Physical/Movement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T120000
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SUMMARY:Backpacking: BATONA Trail (2-day trip)
DESCRIPTION:The BATONA (BAck-TO-NAture) Trail is a 53-mile hiking route that weaves through dense pine forest\, swampy wetlands\, and long-forgotten small towns in the beautiful New Jersey Pine Barrens. On this introductory 2-night backpacking trip\, our experienced guides will lead you through a section of the Batona Trail while teaching you some basic backcountry skills and philosophies. Food and gear (tents\, sleeping bags\, etc.) as well as transportation from campus are included in your registration. Moderate fitness level required. The trail is flat\, but you will be carrying heavy backpacks and walking ~9-12 miles per day. \nWe will meet at the Cook Douglass Recreation Center at 12 PM on April 17th. \nREGISTRATION CLOSES ON MARCH 30!  To register and for more information\, follow this link: \nhttps://services.rec.rutgers.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=bcd2789a-5f5f-4373-a3e4-193c5d5c4f85
URL:https://wellnesscalendar.rutgers.edu/event/backpacking-batona-trail-2-day-trip/
LOCATION:BATONA Trail\, Batona Trail\, Pemberton\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environment/Nature,Physical/Movement
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SUMMARY:Trails and Painting: Walk and Make Art at Duke Farms!
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for a walk through Duke Farms\, one of the most beautiful places in New Jersey! Just 30 minutes away from campus. We will have canvases and art materials for participants to paint the scenery\, as well as snacks. Scan the QR code to join! \nWe are looking for drivers! If you have a car and want to join\, please scan the QR code or email aji53@scarletmail.rutgers.edu! This is a limited capacity event – those who volunteer to drive will get priority registration! 
URL:https://wellnesscalendar.rutgers.edu/event/trails-and-painting-walk-and-make-art-at-duke-farms/
LOCATION:Duke Farms\, 1112 Dukes Pkwy W.\, Hillsborough Township\, 08844\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art/Music,Environment/Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T001858
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SUMMARY:Rutgers Tree Planting Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Rutgers Tree Planting Festival is a student-led university-wide event that\, at its core\, seeks to plant 3\,000 trees in the footprint of an abandoned roadway removed last year by Rutgers IP&O. This will be the first Miyawaki Forest (aka Tiny Forest) on the Rutgers University campus\, joining only a handful in New Jersey. \nWhile it is important to get the trees in the ground\, our goal\, developed in collaboration with the Rutgers Urban Forestry Program\, is to build community while giving students\, staff\, faculty\, alumni\, and community members first-hand experience in tree planting. The festival incorporates forestry outreach\, a collaborative art project by Scarlet Arts RX\, live music\, and food. \nWhile the environmental and ecological benefits of creating a forest are obvious\, the social benefits are underexplored\, and this festival explores how to foster a culture of stewardship in a fun and interactive way. \nPLEASE NOTE: THIS IS AN ALL-DAY OUTDOOR EVENT. WE WOULD LIKE TO HAVE PEOPLE WORKING AT DIFFERENT TIMES THROUGHOUT THE DAY.  PLEASE REGISTER AND SELECT A TIME SLOT DURING WHICH YOU WOULD LIKE TO PLANT TREES. OPTIONS ARE: \n\n 10am – 12 noon\n12 noon – 2pm\n2pm – 5pm\n\nRegistration link:  https://rutgers.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_41L7gvHGcte3Q2y \nRegistration for the tree planting closes on Friday (4/10)\, but there are many other activities people can come out and enjoy!
URL:https://wellnesscalendar.rutgers.edu/event/rutgers-tree-planting-festival/
LOCATION:Postal Plaza\, Postal Plaza\, Piscataway\, NJ\, 08854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art/Music,Environment/Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T113000
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SUMMARY:Move with Meaning: Pilates + Poetry Edition
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a moment to slow down\, move your body\, and just be?\nMove with Meaning is a wellness experience that blends movement\, reflection\, and community. This special edition blends gentle Pilates\, journaling\, and a live poetry workshop to help you reconnect with yourself in a way that actually feels good. \nFeaturing guest poet Susana Cuartas-Ordoñez\, author of Midnight Café\, this session invites you to explore both joy and vulnerability through movement and words. Expect a feel-good Pilates flow (no experience needed)\, meaningful prompts\, and a space where you can show up exactly as you are. Whether you come solo or bring a friend\, you’ll leave feeling lighter\, grounded\, and more connected. \nHealthy snacks and refreshments will be provided.
URL:https://wellnesscalendar.rutgers.edu/event/move-with-meaning-pilates-poetry-edition/
LOCATION:Cook/Douglass Recreation Center\, 50 Biel Rd\, New Brunswick\, NJ\, 08901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Emotional/Mental Health,Physical/Movement
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SUMMARY:Painting Picnic
DESCRIPTION:Artful Saturdays! (monthly event series). This FREE event is brought to you by Center for Women in the Arts at Douglas and Scarlet Arts Rx.  Join us for a Spring painting picnic in Jameson courtyard (rain location: Ludwig Center). Bring a friend and a blanket to sit on. All skill levels and walk-ins welcome! \nAll sessions are drop-in\, anytime between 2pm and 5pm. \nWe provide: art materials\, instruction\, relaxation\, BOBA\, snacks\, and prizes\, while supplies last! \nLocation:  Schonberg Room in Ludwig Hall (across from Douglass Student Center)
URL:https://wellnesscalendar.rutgers.edu/event/painting-picnic/
LOCATION:Douglass Campus\, Kathleen W. Ludwig Center\, 9 Suydam Street\, Schonberg Rm 010\, New Brunswick\, 08901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art/Music,Environment/Nature
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SUMMARY:SKY Happiness 3-Day Retreat (4/17-4/19)
DESCRIPTION:The SKY Happiness Retreat introduces SKY Meditation\, an evidence-based meditation practice integrated with breath work that can significantly increase one’s well-being and calmness\, and significantly reduces anxiety and stress markers. The course features interactive group processes\, experiential learning\, emotional intelligence training\, breath-work\, yoga\, and evidence-based meditation. It’s one of the coolest places to connect with yourself\, make new friends\, and most importantly\, have fun! \n\nThis retreat is for Rutgers University students\, staff\, and faculty\, with limited seats available. It is is being offered partially funded to all Rutgers students (if accepted to the program). Since limited funds are available\, please ONLY APPLY if you are ABLE TO ATTEND all 3 sessions fully. \n\nIf you have questions or concerns\, let us know by emailing us at [ruskyhappiness@gmail.com].
URL:https://wellnesscalendar.rutgers.edu/event/sky-happiness-3-day-retreat-4-17-4-19/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:Cook Student Center\, 59 Biel Rd.\, New Brunswick\, NJ\, 08901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Emotional/Mental Health,Physical/Movement
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