What’s up guys, I am heading to Mcafee Knob this Friday (October 6th), which has some of the prettiest views in Virginia and probably the Appalachian Trail in general. We will be leaving UVA Echols dorm early ~ 5 AM to avoid the hottest part of the day and to get the 1hr 45 min drive out of the way. …
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Mt. Rogers Backpacking Trip
Fall Break Backpacking: Still trying to figure out what the heck you are going to do over fall break? Join me in backpacking SOVA’s Mt. Rogers/Grayson Highlands. Mt. Rogers is the highest point in the state, but we will also hit Whitetop Mtn, the second highest point. Not sold yet? There are wild ponies that roam Grayson Highlands, and we …
Day Hike to Old Rag
Are midterms making you chew your nails again? Are you tired of being trapped in the library studying until your eyes hurt? Then join me on one of Virginia’s best hikes: Old Rag. This 9 mile round trip hike comes complete with 2,400 feet of elevation gain, awesome rock scrambles, and a 360 degree view at the top that will …
Roan Mountain Backpacking Trip
Hey everyone, I’m doing another fall break backpacking trip on short notice, this time to roan mountain in TN. Its going to be a 15-20 mile section of the AT, spending most of the time on bald mountain peaks with 360 views. Should be pretty good, you can google some images to get an idea. Unlike last year’s trip to …
Intro to Backpacking: Mt. Pleasant & Cold Mountain!
Pitch: Breathe in the first full day of autumnal glory; climb two mountains; rejoice in a Sound of Music-esque high mountain summit with open meadows and 360-degree views; bask in the warmth of a campfire / joyous song / s’mores / friendship; and make it back in time to see the Concert for Charlottesville the next day. As Hiking Upward …
Waitlist Relief Humpback Sunrise Hike!!1!1!1
*NEED DRIVERS. YOU WILL BE REIMBURSED FOR GAS + 50% TIP* Greetings, fellow outdoorsfolk. It is time for us to rollout a waitlist relief hike. this is for u sad saps that have just HAD IT with these gosh darn waitlists. I will waitlist everyone who signs up, and then pick the people who have been waitlisted most often in …
*Cancelled* Last Second Jones Run/Doyle’s River Sanity Trip!
Want to enjoy the bliss of waterfalls on a laidback, beautiful hike? Have a lot of stress and responsibilities weighing you down? Fear no more, trade them all for a quick outing to Jones Run tomorrow. Should be in the 80’s on Saturday and beautiful! Let’s enjoy a nice drive down skyline and on the way to the Jones Run/Doyle …
Backpacking the Highest Peak East of the Mississippi – Mt. Mitchell
Calling all backpackers, highpointers, and hardcore outdoorsmen. Instead of wasting away your fall break making a few extra bucks or catching up on homework, come backpack North Carolina’s hardest and most rugged trail! The Black Mountain Crest Trail (12.6 miles one way – we’ll be going out and back for 25.2 miles) is known for its challenging terrain and aggressive …
Early Bird Old Rag!
Alright homies. It’s that time of year again. Old Rag is Virginia’s most popular hike and rn Old Rag is ~primo~ bc the weather has cooled off a bit, so I wanna get out there and slay that rock scramble with those willing to wake up early enough. Why so early? Because with nice weather comes buttloads*** (it’s an actual …
Wilderness First Aid Certification Course [Reimbursable for Trip Leaders! Free for Some Uva Academic Employees!]
[This is *not* an overnight course — it runs two days and ends at 6:30 or 7pm each day.] Learn how to save life and limb in an > urban disaster (natural or terrorist) > rural area (not near a hospital) > travel anywhere > wilderness area Outdoors at UVAers $25 DISCOUNT off the regular $185. BONUS if you’re a …
Cpr, Aed + Choking Certification Course ~ Adult, Pediatric + Infant
>> “Best CPR/AED class so far. Resuscipalooza made it fun! Love the scenarios!” – anonymous feedback >> “The most action-packed three hour CPR class I’ve been to. You made it concise and FUN!” – anonymous feedback >> “Hooray! No video!” – anonymous feedback ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Learn the lifesaving skills of CPR, AED, and relieving choking (adult / …
Elliot Knob Overnighter!
Football games not exactly your cup of tea? Maybe just UVA football games in particular aren’t your cup of tea? Would you rather be on top of one of the highest peaks in Virginia chillin’ like a villain with some of the coolest cats around? Then I’ve got just the adventure for you. Let me summit all up for ya. …
Three Ridges Backpacking Loop
“The woods are calling me and I must go.” – John Muir We will be leaving Saturday morning at 10am and driving 45 minutes to the trail head. We will hike approximately 7 miles to the Harper’s Creek AT shelter and stay the night there. We will have an early start Sunday morning (out of camp by 630am) and get …
Sugar Hollow Trail Run
Already need a break from school work? Come run/jog/hike/swim/hang in a hammock at Sugar Hollow on Saturday morning while it’s nice out! We will be going anywhere from 2 to 8 miles, but plan on staying for 3 hours or so. You can run at whatever pace you want! It’s a short 1 mile to a swimming hole, so if …
Eclipse-O Calypso! Backpacking to Downs Mt. to Eclipse Viewing Site
The Eclipse is nigh upon us! Come out to the Wind River Range to join many excellent peoples of years past and other illustrious Club members to watch the celestial and astronomical magnificence of a total eclipse of the sun (!) in an incredible and beautiful location, on the Eastern edge of the Wind River Range. But first, we will …
Dolly Sods Backpacking
~25 mile backpacking trip at dolly sods, WV. I can pick people up from wherever just text me a location. If you need gear we can try to figure that out. I can probably get access to the gear room before our trip. Beginners welcome. Just text me any questions you have. To bring (not exhaustive) 1) sleeping bag 2) …
Intermediate Backpacking: Views, Arctic Tundra-Like Vegetation, and Adventure!
Community adventure with local Sierra Club. Come cool off at DOLLY SODS, West Virginia: my *favorite* place to go backpacking within a handful of hours of Cville. Its Wilderness is unique. We shall have some fun, very beautiful Adventure. Much of the vegetation on Dolly Sods’ 4000-foot plateau is interesting and rare in the Southeast USA, more typical of arctic …
Climbing at New River Gorge
Come celebrate some old dudes telling the British to fuck off in the new world’s New River Gorge! Wigs are optional, climbing is mandatory. The events will start out with some tea, followed by a good ole fashion Paul Revere shred sesh. Then we will climb the tallest mountains around to hang the outdoors lantern. The night events will include …
Wilderness First Aid Certification Course [Reimbursable for Trip Leaders! Free for Some Uva Academic Employees!]
[This is not an overnight course — it runs two days and ends at 6:30 or 7pm each day.] Learn how to save life and limb in an > urban disaster (natural or terrorist) > rural area (not near a hospital) > travel anywhere > wilderness area Outdoors at UVAers $25 DISCOUNT off the regular $185. BONUS if you’re a …
Monday Finals Study Break / Tallest Man on Earth Appreciation Hike
Inspired by the ever-illustrious Jeremy Kemp, I will be hiking up to watch the sunset at Blackrock summit tomorrow and bring my speaker to play an entire Tallest Man On Earth album– come join me. This is totally a beginner hike and a great way to take in some scenic views before that orgo exam hits you hard. in the …
Wilderness First Aid Certification Course [Reimbursable for Trip Leaders! Free for Some Uva Academic Employees!]
[This is not an overnight course — it runs two days and ends at 6:30pm each day.] Learn how to save life and limb in an > urban disaster (natural or terrorist) > rural area (not near a hospital) > travel anywhere > wilderness area Outdoors at UVAers $25 DISCOUNT off the regular $185. BONUS if you’re a trip leader: …
Cpr, Aed + Choking Certification Course ~ Adult, Pediatric + Infant
>> “Best CPR/AED class so far. Resuscipalooza made it fun! Love the scenarios!” – anonymous feedback >> “The most action-packed three hour CPR class I’ve been to. You made it concise and FUN!” – anonymous feedback >> “Hooray! No video!” – anonymous feedback ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Learn the lifesaving skills of CPR, AED, and relieving choking (adult / …
Sunrise Humpback Waitlist-Relief Hike
Are you dying to get outdoors and breathe in the fresh winter air? Have you been prevented from doing so by lengthy waitlists? Well, officer ASAP is here to save the day. I will give preference according to your trips waitlisted:trips attended ratio (after I get some drivers). If you’re driving, come with a full tank!! Bring reimbursement forms!!! As …
Mountains and Music (Part 1.1 … Delayed Due 2 Rain)
Ever consider serenading the birds and bears of the Blueridge with your twangs and tunes? Want to wake up early, jaunt to some rocks, and play those blissful melodies? Let’s get as many instruments as can come for a sunrise jam sesh and breakfast in the Shenandoah mountains. The plan is to leave at 5:30 from the Alderman bus stop, …
Treat Yo Self! Rnd 3
What’s this, ANOTHER sunset hike?! You better believe it. It’s warmer and later because Spring, so strap in. “Hike” less than a mile total to enjoy a panoramic sunset at one of my favorite spots in the SNP. We’ll hang out, take a group photo, watch the sunset, and celebrate everyone’s favorite day of the week: Tuesday (duh). Some nitties, …
The Jackson Hole End of Summer Bonanza!
Itching for an adventure this summer, but not sure what to do? Come to Jackson, Wyoming with the club!!! Jackson is a multi-sport paradise, with tons of amazing mountain biking, hiking, hot springing, backpacking, rafting, kayaking, swimming, fly-fishing, rock scrambling, and sport climbing! Being a stone’s throw from Grand Teton National Park and a hop and a skip from Yellowstone …
Treat Yo Self! Rnd 2
It’s that time again, another gratuitous hike! “Hike” less than a mile total to enjoy a panoramic sunset at one of my favorite spots in the SNP. We’ll hang out, take a group photo, watch the sunset, and celebrate everyone’s favorite day of the week: Tuesday (obviously). Some nitties, some gritties: 5:45 pm – depart from Bonnycastle Circle 6:45 pm …
Riprap Hollow, Extended Sign Up
What better way to enjoy beach week than hiking, amiright??? Let’s hike Wednesday and head an hour away into the Shenandoah National Park to Riprap Hollow. It’s a 10 mile circuit with good streams and views. There’s a swimming hole, but it’s freezing, so don’t get any ideas. We’ll take some group photos and stop to eat along the way. …
Spring Break Backpacking!
Hey there, ya outdoors lovas. Still not sure what you’re doing over Spring Break? Come backpacking! Olivia Lewis and I are leading a four-day backpacking trip along a section of the AT Sunday-Wednesday! (It’s still pretty open-ended at this point which section of the AT we will be hiking along but it will for sure be in Virginia.) We’re pretty …
Priest and Crabtree Falls Day Hike
Supposed to be an absolutely lovely day to hike on Saturday. This will be a 8 mile FAST hike, hitting the Priest summit and all the cool waterfalls on Crabtree. Be prepared for some elevation, and perfect new profile pic material. Bring: Water Lunch/snacks A happy trails attitude http://www.hikingupward.com/GWNF/ThePriest/ We provide a ride in a car and gas $$$s. Drivers …
Saturday Beginner-Friendly Backpacking — Cold Mountain / Mount Pleasant
Just took a gander at the weather forecast for the weekend! Let’s go backpacking in George Washington National Forest! Mt. Pleasant and Cold Mountain are adjacent hiking loops that leave from the same parking lot (making a figure-8 shape). We’ll hike Mt. Pleasant with just water and some snacks and then get our stuff from the cars to do Cold …
*Beginner Friendly* Backpacking at Three Ridges 2/17
Amigos míos, Join me on a quick weekend hike Friday afternoon til Saturday afternoon! The plan is to do the Three Ridges loop, about 15 miles. It’s a splendid loop with excellent views, great camping, and bubbling streams. We’ll hike approx. 7 miles on Friday late-afternoon up and over the three ridges, set up camp near the AT Campbell Creek …
Wilderness First Aid Certification Course [Reimbursable for Trip Leaders! Free for Some Uva Academic Employees!]
[This is not an overnight course — it runs two days and ends at 6:30pm each day.] Learn how to save life and limb in an > urban disaster (natural or terrorist) > rural area (not near a hospital) > travel anywhere > wilderness area Outdoors at UVAers $25 DISCOUNT off the regular $185. BONUS if you’re a trip leader: …
Cpr, Aed + Choking Certification Course ~ Adult, Pediatric + Infant
>> “Best CPR/AED class so far. Resuscipalooza made it fun! Love the scenarios!” – anonymous feedback >> “The most action-packed three hour CPR class I’ve been to. You made it concise and FUN!” – anonymous feedback >> “Hooray! No video!” – anonymous feedback ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Learn the lifesaving skills of CPR, AED, and relieving choking (adult / …
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Treat Yo Self! – Beginner Sunset Hike
Behold, the most gratuitous hike! “Hike” less than a mile total to enjoy a panoramic sunset at one of my favorite spots in the SNP. We’ll hang out, take a group photo, watch the sunset, and start the weekend right. Some nitties, some gritties: 4 pm – depart from Bonnycastle Circle 5 pm – arrive at trailhead 5:30 pm – …
Tlc – Waterfalls
Do you save all your work for Sunday night (be honest)? Well, let’s hike Sunday and enjoy the outdoors. Skyline drive fully opened this week, so we’re headed an hour away into the Shenandoah National Park to Jones Run/Doyles River. It’s a 7 mile circuit with several waterfalls. We’ll take some group photos and stop for lunch along the way. …
Long Distance Hiking Seminars
Dear Hiker Trash and Future Hiker Trash, I will be attending a long distance hiking workshop hosted for prospective Appalachian Trail Thru Hikers. Programs will be designed to get everyone ready for the 2017 hiking season. This would be a great opportunity for anyone considering a long distance hike or for someone who wants to improve their backpacking skills. The …
Humpback Sunrise Hike
If any of y’all have been itching for a morning hike to start your semester off right, I’m willing to lead my millionth Humpback trip for the sake of ODC!!! Drivers get priority. Sunrise is set to be 7:27 am so we will depart from Echols side door at 6:30am. We should be back around 9 BRING -sturdy shoes -water …
Mount Pleasant Loop Hike
Hey everyone! Come join me on a hike this Sunday since it’s the one day that currently looks rain-less. The hike is in George Washington National Forest (about 1.5 hours from Charlottesville), and is about 5.5 miles round trip. You can read about the hike here: http://www.hikingupward.com/GWNF/MountPleasant/ I can take 4 other people in my car, so I will cap …
Overturned Vehicle Wilderness First Aid Certification Course [Reimbursable for Trip Leaders! Free for Some Uva Academic Employees!]
This particular Wilderness First Aid course (January 24-25) will be unique. It’ll be held in the field at Overland Experts in Orange (45mins from Cville), where they teach off-road driving. We’ll get to use an overturned vehicle in class for some of the scenarios. Come have fun figuring out how to rescue and then treat the injuries of someone who …
Cold Camping at Sugar Hollow!
For anyone that doesn’t mind camping in the cold weather, this one is for you! If you are familiar with the Sugar Hollow area, we will be camping near Snake Hole (which is about 0.8 miles from the parking lot). This is a beautiful area to go camping/exploring and we will definitely have a fire pit to keep us warm! …
Moab Spring Break 2017!
HELLO Outdoors Club!! It’s the best time of the year…… the 3rd Annual Moab Spring Break trip is coming up! This is relevant to you if you (1) don’t have set in stone Spring Break plans. (2) enjoy bona fide adventures of all the best varieties: hiking, backpacking, mountain biking (literally the best in the world), climbing, trail running, skinny …
**Update** Sunset at Humpback
**UPDATE** Another driver has signed up and there is space for 4 more people! With the holidays approaching, this may be the last humpback sunset hike of the year for many of us! Sunset is around 4:50 pm. We will leave from Echol’s at 3:15 to enjoy the hike up and the view before the temperature drops too low. I …
Dark Hollow Falls Hike
Dark Hollow Falls – a short 1.5 mile hike that’s not humpback rock (though I do love humpback rock). With all of this rain, the waterfalls in SNP should be roaring. Take a break from school work to enjoy a short hike on a non-crowded park trail (the perk of hiking on a weekday). We will leave at 8:30 AM …
Wilderness First Aid Certification Course [Reimbursable for Trip Leaders! Free for Some Uva Academic Employees!]
[This is not an overnight course — it runs two days and ends at 6:30pm each day.] Learn how to save life and limb in an > urban disaster (natural or terrorist) > rural area (not near a hospital) > travel anywhere > wilderness area Outdoors at UVAers $25 DISCOUNT off the regular $185. BONUS if you’re a trip leader: …
Cpr, Aed + Choking Certification Course ~ Adult, Pediatric + Infant
>> “Best CPR/AED class so far. Resuscipalooza made it fun! Love the scenarios!” – anonymous feedback >> “The most action-packed three hour CPR class I’ve been to. You made it concise and FUN!” – anonymous feedback >> “Hooray! No video!” – anonymous feedback ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Learn the lifesaving skills of CPR, AED, and relieving choking (adult / …
*Alternative Sunrise Hike* Abridged Riprap Hollow Hike
*DRIVERS AND THOSE WITH SNP PARK PASS GET PRIORITY* Hey y’all, A lot of you may want to take a sunrise hike that doesn’t involve scaling up Humpback for the millionth time (me included). I’m gonna lead a trip to Rip Rap, which is like a 10 mile loop BUT WE WILL ONLY DO A TOTAL OF 3 MILES ISH. …
Mid-Week Backpacking Because Why Not?
Friends, Friends, Friends, Why not? Join me on a quick mid-week backpacking trip this Tuesday afternoon to Wednesday morning. The plan is to do the Three Ridges loop, about 15 miles. It’s a splendid loop with excellent views, great camping, and bubbling streams. We’ll hike approx. 7 miles on Tuesday late-afternoon up and over the three ridges, set up camp …
Early Bird Old Rag *Peak Foliage*
*NEED DRIVERS AND SHENANDOAH PARK PASSES* Alright homies. It’s that time of year again. Right now is Old Rag’s ~prime time~ bc all of the trees are lush with vibrant fall colors, so I wanna get out one more old-rag for those of you who are willing to wake up early enough. Why so early? Because with late-season colors comes …