Hello backpackers and beach bums. False cape state park is located in Virginia beach. You can check out all details about the park online. Just google false cape state park and you will find a great description of the park. we will be hiking in about 8 miles in flat ground to get to our campsite pretty much right on …
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Run + Swim
The plan is to run on ridge road and then do the following at a swiming hole that should be close by. Depending on time / preferences we could do one or the other or both. A driver is needed so I´ll waitlist people.
Seaside Playtime
Outdoors style beach week for dirt cheap!?! Want to go to Beach Week? Don’t want to spend loads of money? Saturday the 9th we are going to travel down to Outer Banks. There is a SWEET campground right on the beach (i think). either way the beach will be close and beautiful! Most of the costs for lodging, food and …
2 Great Views, Waterfalls, and Hiking
Enjoy the beautiful weather predicted for this Saturday (sunny, 60 degrees), remember that we’re close to the mountains, and come HIKING to Riprap Trail and Cold Stream Hollow! We’ll do either the 6.76 or 9.3 mile loop depending on group interest, using Wildcat Ridge Trail to see two great views and some of the most beautiful falls and pools in …
Spring Break on An Island!
No Spring Break plans yet? Going home is (probably) economic but let’s face it, you want to do something wild and outdoorsy. Outdoorsy things like skiing sound great but so dang cold, and you know you want warm. Cancun is warm, but it ain’t cheap junior, and it’s outrageously crowded. So why not do something inexpensive, warm, outdoorsy, and incredible? …
Frisbee Golf Pre-Creekathon (108th Annual)
Scholars maintain that the ancient sport of frisbee golf was first played by the natives to the Shenendoah Valley during the 5th century B.C.E. Come out early to Walnut Creek before the Creekathon to carry on this beautiful storied culture of frisbee golf. The PDGA approved course circles the lake at Walnut. We’ll play a round before enjoying the delicious …
Hiking and Swimming at White Oak Canyon and Cedar Run
The weather’s supposed to be pretty nice this weekend, so let’s get out and enjoy it! We’ll be doing White Oak Canyon and Cedar Run, which combine for a not-too-strenuous 8-mile hike that will feature some of the finest swimming holes in the Shenandoah National Park. For more information, go to http://www.hikingupward.com/SNP/WhiteOakCedarRun/ What to bring: 1-2 liters of water, lunch/snacks, …
Backpacking to Waterfalls in Wv
This weekend is supposed to be hot, so lets get outta here and go somewhere with some sweet water. The place is in WV about 2hrs 45 min away (says google). the hike is a loop about 7 miles the first day and 6 on the second. the campsite is along a beautiful wooded creek featuring a waterfall with a …
Outdoors Style Beach Week for Free!
Outdoors style beach week for FREE! Want to go to Beach Week? Don’t want to spend loads of money? Gotta see mommy for Mothers Day? Monday the 12th we are going to travel down to Oregon Inlet, NC. This is a SWEET campground right on the beach in the Outer Banks. There is a layer of awesome dunes between us …
Slacklining on the Lawn
Slaaaaaaackline….. f yeah I will be setting up my slackline on the Lawn at 5 and hanging around until people get tired of walking on a piece of webbing or we run out of sunlight. All experience levels are welcome and encouraged, we always love to teach new people (and watching newbies is fun too!) No need to come by …
James River Great Chili Cookoff!
James River Runners is hosting their annual chili cookoff, which has 25 registered teams cooking giant vats of chili. We will drive down to scottsville, stuff our faces with chili and play around in the water! The river is really high right now, and James River Runners is not outfitting tubers because of it, but this might mean fun for …
Camping, Biking, Hiking, Fishing- Whitetop Laurel
canceled due to lack of drivers and interest of enough people for this weekend…
Hike/Swim at Sugar Hollow, Then Cookout!
Spend your “reading day” at Sugar Hollow! After a 25-minute drive to Sugar Hollow, we’ll hike an easy mile to reach a swimming hole. If the rope swing is up, Tarzan wannabees can swing like monkeys into the deep blue abyss. Some of us will hike back and drive straight to the Walnut Creek cookout at 5 pm (make sure …
Spring Backpacking in Cumberland Island, Ga
If you missed the boat on Cancun, but you’re still looking to go somewhere warm for Spring Break, this trip’s for you: come to Cumberland Island National Park! Cumberland Island is on the southern coast of Georgia. This island boasts over 50 miles of hiking trails, as well as many designated backcountry camp sites. The island has several scenic hiking …
Trip Leader Workshop 2
Want to learn how to lead trips or how to lead better trips? We will be going over all the basics of trip leading in the club, reimbursements, trip descriptions, basic logistics and info, activities, etc. Also, we will go over several common problems and go over how not to lead trips (mostly by examining all of the situations Ive …
Learn to Paddle Instead, Silly, Its Almost Spring
This could go down as the earliest ever spring kayaking class. The nice thing is, though, the sooner you learn river safety and rolling skills, the more realistically you can hop into some real river running come actually spring. The class will begin with an introduction to kayaking gear and basic open water safety principles. Once we get in the …
Sherando Lake Hike & Swim
The Sherando Lake Recreation Area lies within the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains and is one of the most popular recreation areas in the George Washington National Forest. It has several hiking trails from easy to moderate and a great lake where you can swim not being prosecuted by fixed lifeguard eye ;). We will make a moderate hike above Sherando …
Overnight Backpacking @ St. Mary’s Wilderness
We’ll start from the Blue Ridge Parkway on Saturday and hike about 3-4 miles to a waterfall and some swimming holes. We’ll try to claim a good site to set up camp and spend the afternoon and night relaxing by / in the river. On Sunday we’ll escape the way we came. Club Provides: -Transportation: gas if you drive and …
Sugar Hollow Swimmin’ Hole
Come jump into a blue-water-filled hole in Sugar Hollow near the Rivanna Reservoir! This trip should be a refreshing excursion away from sweltering Charlottesville. We will take a short hike (about 30 minutes) to the swimming hole where we can jump off rocks into the mountain stream. Hopefully the rope swing from last year is still up! Wear a bathing …
Intermediate+ Climbing at the Lake
To join this trip you should be able to climb 5.9+ outdoors. This time we are NOT going to the Orange Oswald area. The area will be most likely Long Wall (5.9+ to 5.12-) and DC Memorial Boulder (5.12+). We leave here Sat 7:00 and come back Sunday at about midnight. If the trip fills up quick please sign up …
Hiking and Swimming at Sugar Hollow
Bring a lunch and a swim suit and come explore the swimming hole at sugar hollow. This trip will be canceled if its raining–check your e-mail the morning of the trip if you aren’t sure.
Fridley Gap Hike
The exams are over (almost) and days become longer and longer. It seems now it time for longer spring hikes :). Fridley Gap, in the George Washington National Forest, has a little bit of everything. From gentle mountain streams to ridge climbs and a great swimming hole, this hike has it all. The route is 10.5 mls loop with 2,780 …
Downtown Paddling
Downtown James river is a Class III-IV paddling experience. Don’t sign up unless you have solid Class III experience and a very solid roll. Check out details of the run here http://www.americanwhitewater.org/content/River/detail/id/1952/ This is the same stretch of river as Dave’s trip on Thursday. The club provides whatever gear you don’t have (boat, paddle, pfd, skirt, helmet). You should wear …
Surf and Habitat for Humanity in Costa Rica
We’ve still got a little time.. not too late to join the trip! I’m going to learn to surf and build houses for Habitat in Costa Rica for 4 weeks, and you should come too!!! Here’s the price and activities breakdown (but if you see a “deal-breaker” let me know and we’ll see if we can work something out): General: …
Stove Workshop and Barbeque!
If you don’t know how to use a WhisperLite camp stove, here’s your chance to learn! We’ll head out to Walnut Creek and practice our stove-lighting skills. Once we have that mastered, we’ll cook up some delicious goodies that we’ll serve at the BBQ. Yeah for cookouts!
New River Gorgathon
TRIP CANCELLED, sorry
Intermediate Kayaking: Maury River
In the expectation that rain will keep coming for another day at least, the Maury near Lexington invites us. It is a very fun, constant class iv with a couple of pretty demanding spots, that include trees in the water. mmm. I think we’ll bring a throw rope this time. C’mon… nothing exciting ever happens Tuesday afternoons in grounds. The …
Oceanside Camping with Wild Ponies
Join the Outdoors club for one of the best camping experiences you will ever have. We will be heading to the Assateague Island National Seashore http://www.nps.gov/asis/planyourvisit/marylandcamping.htm where the wild ponies roam! We’ll head out early Saturday morning and return on Monday. We will be picking up some firewood on our way into the park, so that we can cook our …
Downtown Paddlin
Its going to be 80 degrees in Richmond and the river is up. The water level should be around 7 feet on Friday, so you need to be an experienced paddler to join up for this one. Class III-IV- rapids. That means you have to have been on class III+ rapids a number of times and be able to roll …
Trip Leader Workshop
At this workshop, we’ll talk about how to lead different types of trips, what to do about gear, how to handle trip expenses, what types of trips are allowed, and how to set trips up online. As an incentive to lead, we’ll reimburse your dues after leading four adventures. I’ve only reserved the room for an hour, so that’s the …
Trip Leader Workshop 3!
I’ve heard from several of you that you can’t come to the Thursday workshop, so here’s another chance! We’ll learn about trip-leading from 5-6ish, and we’ll finish in plenty of time to attend the Monday Night Gathering at Newcomb. At this workshop, we’ll talk about how to lead different types of trips, what to do about gear, how to handle …
Trip Leader Workshop!
Everyone is encouraged to lead trips, and it’s easier than you think! At this workshop, we’ll talk about how to lead different types of trips, what to do about gear, how to handle trip expenses, what types of trips are allowed, and how to set trips up online. As an incentive to lead, we’ll reimburse your dues after leading four …
Fall Break Paddling Weekend (Dates Are Flexible)
For those of you brave enough to take a long car ride with me, I will offer you the best padding weekend of your life. I’m going home for fall break and want to take some good paddlers with me to hit up some rivers local to my home – Asheville, NC. I want to take some sweet movie footage, …
Outerbanks Beach Trip: Reading Holiday
In honor of the changing seasons and the coming of the delightful brisk fall air–I propose a camping trip to the outerbanks (an awesome area on the atlantic ocean, if you’ve never been) of North Carolina for some fresh ocean air and quality outdoor time in the fine company of fellow outdoors club members and a bountiful array of fall …
Trip Leader Workshop!
Everyone is encouraged to lead trips, and it’s easier than you think! At this workshop, we’ll talk about how to lead different types of trips, what to do about gear, how to handle trip expenses, what types of trips are allowed, and how to set trips up online. As an incentive to lead, we’ll reimburse your dues after leading four …
Advanced Whitewater: Gauley Fest!
Gauley Fest, the biggest whitewater celebration in the world, is about to happen. Last year the festival only won the title of “biggest celebration” by a slim margin of three partiers, and this spring Gauley archrival Amazonastravaganza increased their attendance and stepped up their efforts to steal the title. Gauleyfest needs your help! Don’t let our beloved West Virginia river …
Paddling Through Downtown Richmond
The James is a little on the low side right now, but there is a chance for rain later this week, so Im crossing my fingers and planning a trip. This section of the James is very unique in that it goes through the middle of a city. Not to mention it has some fun play spots and a great …
Overnight Backpacking @ St Mary’s Wilderness
We’ll start from the Blue Ridge Parkway on Saturday and hike down to a waterfall and some swimming holes. I think it’s about a 3 – 4 mile hike. We’ll try to claim a good site to set up camp and spend the afternoon and night relaxing by / in the river. On Sunday we’ll escape the way we came. …
Swimmin’ Hole and Unofficially “Pizza Hole”
We’ll go hiking to everyone’s favorite swimming hole, watsaya? We’ll meet at 3:30 Friday afternoon, than drive to the eastern base of the peaceful, pretty, rolling, monumental, serene, tall, sylvan, aquamarine Blue Ridge Mountains near the city reservoir. The hike itself is only a few miles. I’m not sure how many miles, but my mom did it once, so you …
Hiking and Swimming at Sugar Hollow – Again
Come enjoy the warm weather at Sugar Hollow! If you didn’t get into the Saturday trip, please withdraw from it if you get onto this one. After a 25-minute drive to Sugar Hollow, we’ll hike an easy mile to reach a deep swimming hole. I have been there before, and apparently the rope swing was up just a couple of …
Hiking and Swimming at Sugar Hollow
Come enjoy the warm weather at Sugar Hollow! After a 25-minute drive to Sugar Hollow, we’ll hike an easy mile to reach a deep swimming hole. I’ve never been there before, but last year’s trip found a cool rope swing. Hopefully it’s still up! I have made the trip waitlist-only to make sure we have enough drivers. When enough drivers …
Intermediate/Advanced Climbing at the Lake
This is a day trip to climb at Summersville lake in WV.we leave 7:30 morning Sat and be back by the midnight. The trip is for climbers who climb at least 5.8 outdoors. ask me if you had questions please. swimming is optional, bring swimwear if you want. Everybody goes to the waitlist and I will let you know by …
Day Hike to Riprap Hollow
What seems to be a classic Outdoors Club hike, Riprap Hollow is in SNP, close to Charlottesville and a little ways down on Skyline Drive. The hike is 9.6 miles has water falls, swimming and great views. Swimming; definatley a plus for hiking in July. We’ll be on the trail all day so bring enough to eat, and don’t forget …
Day Hike and Swimming in Shenandoah – Cedar Run/White Oak Canyon
On Sunday morning we’ll head out for a day hike on the Cedar Run/Whiteoak Canyon trail. It’s a loop of about 8 miles, and along the way we’ll pass by several waterfalls (which should be awesome now after all of this rain). There is also a place with a natural waterslide, so bring your bathing suit if you want! You …
Saturday Swimming!
Let’s enjoy the weather and go for a dip! Club Provides: gas refund You please bring: lunch, swimsuit, towel, water to drink, good shoes for walking to the hole (25 minutes), sunscreen, smile.
Club Year-End Celebration @ Walnut Creek!
This trip is leaving at 4pm and will go out to Walnut. Bring any frisbees, footballs, swimming shorts, soccer balls — anything to play with. The club will provide burger, hot dogs, and veggie burgers. You will need to bring some sort of snack or drink. Sign up if you’re interested in leaving at 4pm!
Leg 1 of Summer: Hawaii?
The unlying Internet tells me Hawaii beckons at the mere cost of a 680 dollar flight from Dulles. I’ve wanted to go for a while, so this May I think I might. My family has old friend out there – a cool and funny couple who are happy in the way of old people ironically satisfied with the turns of …
Canoe Camping on the James River!
Join me for two days on the James River! This is an overnight canoe-camping trip, covering 12 miles of river between Scottsville and Bremo Bluff. We’ll load up the cars on Friday night and then head out to Scottsville, Virginia on Saturday morning. After we set up a shuttle, we’ll mosey down the river, explore some islands, and pick a …
Cook Out, Hike and Ultimate Frisbee at Beautiful Lake Sherando!
It’s finally spring! What better way to celebrate the weather this weekend than going to Lake Sherando on its opening day? We will drive about an hour, park, and choose from several leisurly short hikes or a combination of them. One of these 2.5 mile hikes has a beautiful waterfall and wading pool that might be fun. When we have …
Cook Out, Hike and Ultimate Frisbee at Beautiful Lake Sherando!
It’s finally spring! What better way to celebrate the weather this weekend than going to Lake Sherando on its opening day? We will drive about an hour, park, and choose from several leisurly short hikes or a combination of them. One of these 2.5 mile hikes has a beautiful waterfall and wading pool that might be fun. When we have …