Hi y’all, classes are ending which means more time to hike! Spend some time enjoying some peace before finals hit on this reading day (or reflecting on the impending doo- I mean exciting things to come if you’re also a fourth year). I’ll be heading to Blackrock Summit, which is a super chill mile long hike, with an awesome rock …
Hello friends. The time has come, the time is now to return to…BEACH⛱️ after 8 long cold, gray months of yearning for the salty ocean and sunshine. Evelyn and I have at long last reunited to return to the land of…BEACH⛱️. After we crush our first week of finals we will triumphantly escape the doom of finals and we will …
Hi! Missing out on Sprge this weekend but still want to get outside before the heat hits you like a closed-book paper and pencil midterm? Check out Calvary and Chimney Rocks Trail with me! It’s 3.2 mile out and back hike labeled moderate because of elevation, but it seems very doable and shouldn’t take more than 2 hours. Here’s the …
Hello potential birders. This Friday morning (postponed from rainy Monday) we will be looking at birds around Ivy Creek. We’ll hike slowly and stop a lot to observe. It helps to have binoculars—we have three extras—or maybe a fancy camera. If enough people join with personal binoculars/cameras we might expand the trip. Merlin Bird ID is a useful identification app …
I once dropped a rat in my shoe Then out the top there came two They asked me to hike So I started to write And posted this trip for you -anonymous How inspiring. If that poem inspired you, come on a sunset hike with me and Angela tomorrow. If it didn’t inspire you, come hike and then read it …
Hello friends! Are you feeling the weight of midterms on your shoulders? Screen time got you down? Wondering why every conceivable grocery store item must come wrapped in plastic? That one has been a big grievance for me recently. Well then…what might it look like to live a simple, sustainable life? Come join me on Saturday and meet some folks …
What’s up y’all, I’m back to lead another PATC Cabin backpacking trip. Sadly my beloved Jones Mountain cabin is closed for renovations so I’ve been forced to close up shop and move somewhere else. I’ve decided to try out Range View cabin also in Shenandoah; I figured seeing as I’ll be applying to live on the Range on April 1 …
Do you want to take a break from the library and study somewhere where you can hear the birds sing? Then come join me on the first Sunday Study Series at Ragged Mountain Reservoir. We will be leaving from the corner of Echols dorm at 1:30 PM and returning roughly at 5:00 PM. Nothing is needed except yourself and whatever …
Howdy folks! This Sunday we will be journeying into the renowned Crossroads Cave, and beginners are welcome! Crossroads is a wonderful place whose passages permit a healthy blend of walking, crawling, and climbing. And like in every good cave, its rocks, mud, and darkness often combine in aesthetically pleasing ways. Known as a maze cave, Crossroads has tons of interconnected …
Are you a tunnel enthusiast? Well, you should be for this one. It’s a mile long. That’s pretty cool. Come join me this Sunday to check it out! Here’s the plan: 10:00: Meet at Echols 10:30: Arrive at trailhead and start hiking (4.5 miles out and back) 12:30: Come away awe-inspired and talk about the miracle of long holes bored …
This weekend could be the last one in 2024 that I’m able to go to Shenandoah because of thanksgiving and finals and christmas, so I figured why not go out to break on a high note by going to Hightop? This out-and-back hike is 3.5 miles with 958 feet of elevation gain and is rated moderate according to AllTrails, so …
Are you a groovy spirit trapped in the body of a tired college student? Want to reset your vibe and go into thanksgiving break with something to be thankful for? Tag along with us (Max and Loreley) as we refresh our minds and bodies with a low key 9am thursday morning hike on the ohill trails. Just imagine: you…nature…us…a gnome …
It is that time of year. According to the latest projections from Explore Fall, this weekend will be the peak of fall foliage in Shenandoah National Park. To celebrate, join me on Sunday for two hikes that will visit three different peaks and hopefully deliver some peak experiences. We’ll start by visiting Blackrock and Trayfoot Mountain for a total of …
No family visting you this weekend? No worries!!! Join us THIS SATURDAY as we venture to George Washington National Forest. I told Grant in August that we should co-lead an epic hike, and this is me finally following through lol. I am officially done with midterms and ready to get outside with ODC!! Plan is to hike Big Schloss along …
My dearest NRGE-vember shredlings, **PLEASE REFER TO THE NRGE CLUB EMAIL (sent 10/10) AND READ THIS ENTIRE DESCRIPTION. THEN, FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS** This is NOT an actual NRGE adventure. This is the CARPOOL for NRGE. This is how the officers will keep track of drivers and attendees. So make our lives easier and follow instructions, please. DO NOT SIGN UP …
On the last weekend before Fall Break, I planned a trip to Humpback, only for the entirety of the Blue Ridge Parkway to be closed. We ended up making a last-minute change and headed to Shenandoah instead, but now, with the parkway reopened in Virginia, I’m back for redemption. There will be no stopping us this time (hopefully). According to …
You love the outdoors, right? Perhaps you’re interested in protecting it and want everyone to enjoy it! Maybe political action is up your alley or you want to get more involved in climate activism. Or maybe you just want to see a beautiful sunrise with some great company. If any of this resonates, then this trip is for you!!! Come …
Fall weather brings a few things. Midterms, Halloween, and my personal favorite: apple picking. Join Kali and me for an adventure to Roseland to pick some apples (and potentially pumpkins), and then complete a short hike (roughly 3 miles) in the area. This should be a good trip for beginners, however, the hike may contain a slightly steep incline and …
Hello ODC friends!! If you haven’t heard already, the Loop de’Ville is upon us. Loop de’Ville is a town-wide celebration of our lovely Rivanna Trail, who lovingly circles the city. This is a FREE, supported trail event where people can walk/run/bike to their heart’s content (we will be walking). There is also a free concert with drinks and food after …
Put the sun back in your Sunday and join me on a loop hike to Humpback Rocks! As a depressed Patriots fan who needs a distraction from our terrible offense I figured it would be a good idea to take advantage of the promising forecast and head over to the blue ridge parkway. According to AllTrails the hike is 4.2 …
i bet i can visualize every single one of your situations right now as you read this description. you’re probably in class staring blankly into your laptop screen, brain off, eyes crossed, and drool falling out of your mouth already. i get it. suddenly, an email pops on your screen with a statement that is blatantly, factually wrong. you swipe …
What are YOU doing for fall break?? Neglect your family, they still love you. CLIMB!!! I love my momma as much as the next guy, but it is time to leave the nest, and build a new one in the lovely Corbin sandstone. It simply sucks the moisture out of your fingers. This is a good thing trust, the rock …
SNP PASS HOLDERS AND DRIVERS NEEDED AND WILL GET PREFERENCE OFF THE WAITLIST (I don’t have a car so we need two drivers) Are you spending your free Saturday waiting for the next time for UVA Football to let you down? Are you pushing your homework for Sunday? Regardless, this fun morning/afternoon hike is the correct way to spend the …
(DRIVERS GET PRIORITY OFF WAITLIST) This is a ~9 mile out & back hike in George Washington and Jefferson National Forests, with around a 2,500 ft elevation gain. there will be several waterfalls and some incredible views at the outlook. The parking lot is around an hour from cville, so drivers will be reimbursed for gas. Difficulty is beginner/intermediate because …
Free Tuesdays that I don’t use appropriately means I can seize the day at Old Rag…. ideally with a bunch of you! Old Rag is an iconic, scenic, fairly difficult hike in the Shenandoah. It is stunnin. Everyone needs to buy a $2 ticket, but I have a SNP pass for one car, so we’ll worry about the total cost …
Come hike Old Rag!! It’s a dope hike with awesome views and some rock scrambling to boot. It’ll be an awesome way to spend your Saturday. General timeline: 7AM: Meet at Echols dorm and drive to trailhead 8:30AM: Begin Hike ~11 arrive at top and have lunch and enjoy views ~3 get back to car 4-5pm drop-off back at Echols …
Hey everyone, Sulphur Spring Trail is a 5.4 mile out-and-back hike in GW&J National Forest with some fun rock scrambling at the end. Hike Details: – Alltrails Link: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/virginia/strickler-knob-trail?u=i&sh=mugsp7 – Length: 5.4 miles (out and back) – Elevation gain: 984 ft You Should Bring: – Hiking shoes/boots – A hiking backpack or camelbak – Any snacks that you may desire …
I wanted to lead a backpacking trip this weekend so I found a route. Should be totally doable for beginners (as long as you are comfortable with about 12 miles and 2500ft incline over two days). Anyway here is an itinerary that will probably not be followed super closely but it is good to kind of have a plan. https://www.hikingupward.com/GWNF/BrownsHollow/ …
Bummed you can’t make it to Gauley Fest? Well, cry no longer, and join us this Saturday underground at Paxton’s cave. This is an extensive maze cave with many different routes to explore and rock formations to see. This is an intermediate trip, so we’re expecting you to have already been on at least one caving trip. Schedule: 10:00am – …
Hellllo outdoorslings! Did you miss out on beach this summer? or are you experiencing beach withdrawal? or do you want to learn how to backpack… AT BEACH??? If so, join sophie & evelyn as we gander down to False Cape next weekend for beach backpacking!! Come soak in the ocean and salt air and sand with us!! also, NO EXPERIENCE …
Hi guys!! Are you looking around at the gorgeous fall foliage and thinking “man I wish I could frolic in an apple orchard right now?” If so, come join Kate and Evelyn on Saturday afternoon as we skip through the apple orchard!!! The weather is supposed to be beautiful and sunny and Chiles has picturesque mountain views AND ice cream …
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Do you love hiking at a creepy dark time that will not actually be that dark? Then this ohill wander at dusk (pre-dusk?) is for you!! MINDFULNESS. But this time, it’s not just Stevie. I have accomplices, Kate the Great and Ever-so-lovely Evelyn. What we’ll do: 5:30 meet at echols and depart for the Hill of O. 5:45ish: GET TO …
Will you remember the 21st night of September, or the 22nd day!?!?!? Join us to beat the sunday scaries as we search for Moor and his lost utensil! We NEED your help!!! Itinerary: 10:00 – Meet at Echols 10:04 – Leave Echols 10:45 – Arrive at Sugar Hollow 10:50 – Depart (on foot) to find Moor and his fork (within …
Hi y’all! Are you looking for last-minute Saturday plans but still want to be back way before the game? This is the hike for you! Bearfence is a 1 mile loop that is relatively chill but labeled as moderately difficult due to some elevation gain and a rock scramble at the top. But if you’re comfortable with that, there are …
Howdy ODC folk!! Matt and I have no classes on Friday and instead of tending to our many responsibilities, we plan on hitting the trails! Elliot’s Knob is a roughly 8.5 mile out-and-back trail with 2,000+ feet of elevation gain. It is definitely not an easy hike but it is super doable so fret not! Here is the AllTrails link: …
I don’t know about you, but this beautiful weather has me itching to put my hands in dirt and touch some plants! Morven Kitchen Garden is UVA’s project in sustainable agriculture, and it’s a really cool place to spend a warm Friday afternoon. This trip is beginner-friendly, and the volunteer work is mostly small manual labor tasks, like harvesting produce, …
Ever want to try free soloing without the anxiety that comes with putting your life in imminent danger? May I present to you: Deep Water Soloing. Basically, the climbs are right next to 10+ feet deep water that will catch you when you’re done climbing or happen to fall on your way up. We’re lucky enough that we live only …
Did you know you can sit in the waterfall at Blue Hole!!!! Join me and my bootay at Blue hole this Wednesday afternoon! Blue Hole in the fall always makes me so nostalgic because it was my first hike with ODC, was my first real hike ever, and my first freshwater swim ever!!! (not really much fresh water or hiking …
Do you like swimming, climbing, and jumping off rocks into the water?? Ever want to try free soloing without putting your life in imminent danger? May we present to you: Deep Water Soloing. Basically, the climbs are right next to 10+ feet deep water that will catch you when you’re done climbing or happen to fall on your way up. …
Hi gang! The weather on wednesday is supposed to be GORGEOUS (actually this whole week is supposed to be gorgeous!) so come spend a wee part of your day outside! The OHill trails are lovely and right next to new dorms and the fall foliage is just starting to turn. Let’s gander around the trails and start the day off …
CALLING ALL NEW MEMBERS! Join Ed and Bex on an epic New Member Beginner Backpacking trip filled with group games, happy hiking, and a little swim mayhaps. Our hike is approx 10 miles total. Waitlist priority to those who attend the FIRST ODC PARTY on Friday! (Jk jk … unless) Here’s the alltrails link to check out the trail: https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/virginia/riprap-trail?mobileMap=false&ref=sidebar-static-map …
Hello beautiful people, Do you have a discussion class on Friday that you don’t feel like going to? Or, have you been stuck inside in lectures all week and want to end your 3rd week this semester with a BANG? Or, do you have a PASSION for hammocks (I won’t judge)? If so, come join me at Ragged to have …
Do you like being outdoors and looking at what’s around you? Or want to know what bird you heard in the morning after pulling that all nighter? Come join us on a birding trip to Ivy Creek this Saturday and see how many birds we can find! This trip is open to all levels, so if you haven’t been birding …
My FIRST EVER ODC trip was a trail service trip led by Grace Gray. It’s quite simply in my Outdoors Club blood to work on the trails. We, along with other humans and animals, use trails all the dang time so we have a responsibility to give back to the dirt we walk on. This Friday we’ll be doing trail …
Come join us this Sunday for a beginner-friendly caving trip to start the semester off strong! Island Ford is a cute little cave with a huge entrance and it’s perfect for beginners! Just make sure you’re comfortable with rock scrambles and cave monsters. Schedule: 10:00am – Leave Echols 12:00am – Arrive at cave and go over safety/conservation information 12:30am – …
I’m turning 20 tmrw (what?!?!?) and I realized as I was sitting on the lawn today that there is nothing I’d rather do on my bday more than wake up in the pitch black darkness and hike up a mountain with other outdoorsy people to see the sun rise. **I was going to lead this trip on Thursday but it …
Hope everyone is settling into their classes! This trip is open to anyone with a focus on new members! Me, Dhruv, and my dog Rex will take yall on a hike around Ohill. If you are not familiar, this is the trail system right next to the Alderman dorms. It’s popular for biking, running, and walking. We will be meeting …
Splish! Splash! Hoos ready for a paddleboarding bash?!? What better way to spend a Sunday than at Ragged ignoring all your assignments and soaking up that glorious sunshine! Join Nate and Arden for a chill time on the water with good music and better vibes, no experience necessary. Neither of us have cars (uh oh 🫨) so if you can …
Hello outdoorslings!! Tomorrow looks like it’ll be sunny and gorgeous so Parker & I want to embark on a little midday swim! Come join us as we paddle around the reservoir and share fwoc (first week of class?) stories! Also- this is a very beginner friendly trip! If you have never paddle boarded before or even touched water before you …
Do you like swimming, climbing, and jumping off rocks into the water?? Ever want to try free soloing without putting your life in imminent danger? May we present to you: Deep Water Soloing. Basically, the climbs are right next to 10+ feet deep water that will catch you when you’re done climbing or happen to fall on your way up. …