FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
1) Do you have to be a member?
2) How fit do I need to be to go on a trip?
3) What about shared expenses?
4) Do I have to go to the pre-trip?
5) Do I have to have a car?


1) DO YOU HAVE TO BE A MEMBER?
No, OP is not a club and there are no dues - everyone is welcome.

2) HOW FIT DO I NEED TO BE TO GO ON A TRIP?
That depends on the trip. We have different levels of trips. If you're reasonably fit, you can go on any OP trip.

3) WHAT ABOUT SHARED EXPENSES?
The key to keeping trips affordable is cooperation. Administrative costs, such as, organization, permitting, and logistical support, are covered by the initial registration fee. You provide food, transportation, and personal gear. The pre-trip meeting is the place to sort out who is willing to contribute what to the adventure, thereby minimizing the need to purchase or bring extraneous items. Should items need to be purchased for group use (food, fuel, depreciation on vehicle) the receipts will be saved and tallied at the end of the trip. The cost will then be divided among the participants. We like to think of it as a group effort-everyone has a part in making it happen.

4) DO I HAVE TO GO TO THE PRE-TRIP?
Yes, as a participant, you are required to attend a pre-trip meeting, and the reasons are simple: Good planning translates into a safer, more enjoyable experience for everyone. At the meeting, your group will spend some time getting to know each other, do a few icebreakers, play a game or two, etc. Then, your guide or trip leader will clarify expectations, network transportation, help plan logistics, answer your questions regarding what to bring, and most importantly, explain OP policies and procedures to minimize risk. Meetings start at 7 p.m. and last 2.5 to 3 hours.

5) DO I HAVE TO HAVE A CAR?
Don't sweat it if you don't have a car. When you attend your pre-trip meeting, your group leader will help you and other group members coordinate transportation, including carpools. The good news: everyone shares gas expenses. OP doesn't own a vehicle, so transportation is the responsibility of group members.