Big Dawg Challenge Course
The Big Dawg Challenge Course is a leadership workshop consisting of ropes and cables with various challenges. Our course is a series of problem-solving experiences that physically and mentally engage teams to develop and execute a plan. The activities encourage cooperation, communication and problem-solving skills, leading to mutual support and trust within a group. Each challenge draws on every team member's contribution (ideas, support, and effort) to achieve the goal.
Goals of the Big Dawg Challenge Course
- Improve self-confidence
- Improve teamwork
- Enhance communication skills
- Promote trust
- Enhance decision-making and problem-solving skills
- Increase individual responsibility
- Improve self-esteem
- Have FUN!
The course also promotes calculated risk-taking, enhances leadership and management skills, facilitates organizational change, and helps build effective teams.
Fees
| Half Day (8am-12pm or 1pm-5pm) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| # of Participants | University Affiliated Groups | Non-University Organizations | |
| Groups of 10 or more | $20/person | $25/person | |
* Lunch Included in Full-Day trips.
Groups must have a minimum of 10 participants. Course reservations should be made at least a week in advance.
Please call for requests for full day activities.
Cancellation Policies:
The Big Dawg Challenge Course will contact your group as soon as possible, should we have to
reschedule.
Locating the Course
The Big Dawg Challenge Course currently uses Camp Seminole, located just north of Starkville.
Click here for the Map
At times we may use Camp Seminole instead of the MSU Course. The staff will provide you with directions if your group will meet there.
Registration and Cancellation Policies
- Groups should register at least a week in advance.
- Registration is based on availability of the course and adequate staff.
- Payment will be based on the number of people planning to attend, at time of registration. Groups will also be billed for any extras that may exceed this number.
- Cancellations or reschedules should be made at least 24 hours prior to your reserved time.
- Groups will still meet at the course during light rain. The course will take place inside during inclement weather.
- Should Outdoor Adventures need to reschedule, groups will be notified as soon as possible.
The Big Dawg Challenge Course is a “Challenge by Choice” program. Each participant is ultimately responsible for his/her safety and level of participation.
