Enjoy Lake Life

Outdoor Recreation House

BVU students have their very own rec house right on the shores of Storm Lake. The Outdoor Recreation House is available seven days a week, and students can check out kayaks, canoes, paddleboats, and other lake gear, camping and fishing supplies, lawn games, ice skates, a variety of sports equipment, and more. All equipment is free for students on campus! 

Reserve the Rec House
Students enjoy a fire on the patio at BVU's Rec House.

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The Rec House is available for student organizations to host events as well as for students to hold their graduation parties. It is reserved on a first-come, first-serve basis.  Reserve the Rec House

Equipment Available

Camping Gear

  • Tarps
  • Sleeping Bags
  • Sleeping Pads
  • Backpacks

Water Gear

  • Kayaks
  • Kayak Paddles
  • Kayak Skirts
  • Canoes
  • Canoe Paddles
  • Personal Flotation Devices (life jackets)
  • Paddle boats
  • Paddleboards

Winter Gear

  • Snow Shoes
  • Cross Country Ski Sets (Boots Size 37-44; fits 4.5-10 men's and 5.5-11 women's) 
  • Ice Skates (Size 4-12; fits 5.5-14 shoe size)

Sports Balls

  • Basketballs
  • Volleyballs
  • Soccer balls
  • Footballs
  • Kickballs
  • Dodgeballs

Misc.

  • Bikes
  • Golf Clubs for Lawn Golf
  • Frisbees
  • Hula Hoops
  • Disc Golf
  • Fishing Poles
  • Ice Auger
  • Lawn Games (bags, washer toss, ladder golf, kan jam, spike ball)
Kayaking students

Picture Yourself Here

With BVU's Rec House, you'll take full advantage of living lakeside in all four seasons. Hear from real students on their favorite activities. 

Rec House Policies

Outdoor Recreation Equipment

  1. Equipment is available only to those individuals who hold a University membership or identification card.
  2. University Members may bring one (1) guest to use the equipment but must be with the guest at all times.
  3. Use of the equipment is free and checked out on a first-come, first-served basis
  4. Reservations for equipment may be made one (1) month in advance by contacting the Director of Recreation Services.
  5. All checked-out equipment must be returned on time, in its original rented condition: neatly packed, undamaged, and complete. Fees may apply for any damage or missing item(s).
  6. The Director of Recreation Services has the authority to revoke equipment privileges for individuals who display inappropriate behavior and/or failure to follow the rules.

Water Equipment

  1. This includes canoes, kayaks, paddle boats, paddles, paddle boards, oars, and PFDs.
  2. The water equipment may only be used during published hours and when a Recreation House Attendant is on duty.
  3. All university members and guests must review basic safety information and sign a waiver before using a kayak or canoe. 
  4. Equipment may only be used on Storm Lake.
  5. Equipment must be returned the same day it was checked out.

Land Equipment

  1. This includes tents, sleeping bags, sleeping pads, bikes, ice skates, snow shoes, cross-country skis, bean bag toss, volleyball, basketball, football, racquetball, tennis, lawn golf.
  2. Equipment must be returned the same day it was checked out. For special arrangements, contact Community and Student Engagement.

Visit Campus Groups for more information, forms, and required waivers.