Equipment Rentals
The Rental Center is open Monday - Friday from 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m. |
Planning an outdoor adventure? The Venture Out Equipment Rental Center can provide you with everything you need to make your next trip a success. We have a great selection of camping gear including tents, sleeping bags, ground pads, backpacks, canoes, stoves, outdoor games, and more. 
Venture Out's comprehensive outdoor Equipment Rental Center guarantees quality gear at an unbeatable rate. All equipment listed below is available for rent through Venture Out's Equipment Rental Center, located in room 116, on the main floor of Squires Student Center, in the BreakZONE recreation area. Reservations are available and are recommended for busy weekends. Reservations are not required, but equipment is rented on a first come first served basis. Both the rental fee and deposit are required at time of reservation. A deposit is required for each item rented. The deposit is fully refundable if the equipment is returned in a reasonably clean and undamaged condition. Late fees are associated with late returns. The late fee is usually equivalent to the one day rental rate for each day overdue. We do not give refunds for unused equipment. This includes instances of bad weather or changes in plans.
Virginia Tech Student Rental Rates
*Deposit not required with a valid Hokie Passport
| Outdoor Gear & Equipment | Daily Rate | 1-3 Day Rate | 4-7 Day Rate | Deposit* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tent (2-man) | $8.00 | $10.00 | $15.00 | $60.00 |
| Tent (4-man) | $10.00 | $12.00 | $17.00 | $70.00 |
| Tent (6-man) | $12.00 | $14.00 | $19.00 | $80.00 |
| Sleeping Bag & Pad | $5.00 | $7.00 | $12.00 | $40.00 |
| Ground Pad | $2.00 | $4.00 | $9.00 | $15.00 |
| Backpack (internal frame) | $8.00 | $10.00 | $15.00 | $50.00 |
| Backpack (external frame) | $6.00 | $8.00 | $13.00 | $40.00 |
| Tarp (6x8)(10x16)(12x24) | $2.00 | $4.00 | $6.00 | $10.00 |
| PFD (life jacket) | $3.00 | $5.00 | $10.00 | $15.00 |
| Stove (single burner-propane) | $5.00 | $7.00 | $12.00 | $25.00 |
| Stove (double burner) | $6.00 | $8.00 | $13.00 | $35.00 |
| Stove (double burner w/grill) | $8.00 | $10.00 | $15.00 | $75.00 |
| Cooler (48qt & 54qt) | $4.00 | $6.00 | $11.00 | $20.00 |
| Cooler (30qt H2O) | $3.00 | $5.00 | $10.00 | $20.00 |
| Lantern | $3.00 | $5.00 | $10.00 | $25.00 |
| Cook Set (small) | $3.00 | $5.00 | $10.00 | $20.00 |
| Cook Set (large) | $4.00 | $6.00 | $11.00 | $20.00 |
| Caving Helmet & Lamp | $5.00 | $7.00 | $12.00 | $50.00 |
| Canoe Package (2 PFD's, 2 paddles, & car top carriers) | N/A | $40.00 | $60.00 | $100.00 |
| Dry Bag (large & small) | $2.00 | $4.00 | $9.00 | $15.00 |
| Outdoor Games | Daily Rate | 1-3 Day Rate | 4-7 Day Rate | Deposit |
| Volleyball Set | $6.00 | $8.00 | $13.00 | $50.00 |
| Bocce Ball | $3.00 | $5.00 | $10.00 | $25.00 |
| Horseshoe Set | $3.00 | $5.00 | $10.00 | $25.00 |
| Croquet Set | $3.00 | $5.00 | $10.00 | $25.00 |
| Corn Hole | $3.00 | $5.00 | $10.00 | $25.00 |
| Party Package (one of each) | $15.00 | $17.00 | $22.00 | $125.00 |
*Deposit not required with a valid Hokie Passport
| Outdoor Gear & Equipment | Daily Rate | 1-3 Day Rate | 4-7 Day Rate | Deposit* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tent (2-man) | $10.00 | $12.00 | $17.00 | $60.00 |
| Tent (4-man) | $12.00 | $14.00 | $19.00 | $70.00 |
| Tent (6-man) | $14.00 | $16.00 | $21.00 | $80.00 |
| Sleeping Bag & Pad | $7.00 | $9.00 | $14.00 | $40.00 |
| Ground Pad | $4.00 | $6.00 | $11.00 | $15.00 |
| Backpack (internal frame) | $10.00 | $12.00 | $17.00 | $50.00 |
| Backpack (external frame) | $8.00 | $10.00 | $15.00 | $40.00 |
| Tarp (6x8)(10x16)(12x24) | $4.00 | $6.00 | $11.00 | $10.00 |
| PFD (life jacket) | $5.00 | $7.00 | $12.00 | $15.00 |
| Stove (single burner-propane) | $7.00 | $9.00 | $14.00 | $25.00 |
| Stove (double burner) | $8.00 | $10.00 | $15.00 | $35.00 |
| Stove (double burner w/grill) | $10.00 | $12.00 | $17.00 | $75.00 |
| Cooler (48qt & 54qt) | $6.00 | $8.00 | $13.00 | $20.00 |
| Cooler (30qt H2O) | $5.00 | $7.00 | $12.00 | $20.00 |
| Lantern | $5.00 | $7.00 | $12.00 | $25.00 |
| Cook Set (small) | $5.00 | $7.00 | $12.00 | $20.00 |
| Cook Set (large) | $6.00 | $8.00 | $13.00 | $20.00 |
| Caving Helmet & Lamp | $7.00 | $9.00 | $14.00 | $50.00 |
| Canoe Package (2 PFD's, 2 paddles, & car top carriers) | N/A | $40.00 | $70.00 | $100.00 |
| Dry Bag (large & small) | $4.00 | $6.00 | $11.00 | $15.00 |
| Outdoor Games | Daily Rate | 1-3 Day Rate | 4-7 Day Rate | Deposit |
| Volleyball Set | $8.00 | $10.00 | $15.00 | $50.00 |
| Bocce Ball | $5.00 | $7.00 | $12.00 | $25.00 |
| Horseshoe Set | $5.00 | $7.00 | $12.00 | $25.00 |
| Croquet Set | $5.00 | $7.00 | $12.00 | $25.00 |
| Corn Hole | $5.00 | $7.00 | $12.00 | $25.00 |
| Party Package (one of each) | $17.00 | $19.00 | $24.00 | $125.00 |
*Deposit not required with a valid Hokie Passport
Other rentals & inquiries available by appointment
For more information on Venture Out trips, rental gear, resources, or the trip leader training program please contact the Venture Out Center at 540.231.4982 or email us at ventureout@vt.edu.
Office Hours
| Monday- Friday |
Noon - 6:00 PM |
| Saturday-Sunday | CLOSED |
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