We have days off from school and that means that it’s time to get outside!! (Who needs to do work anyways?) Unfortunately, I can’t leave for the whole weekend, but an overnight backpacking trip is just what the doctor ordered. We’ll be doing the Three Ridges Hike. It’s a total of 14.4 miles and is supposed to be beautiful. Look …
Yo! Let’s ring in fall break 2k19 a little early with some spider-monkey action. If you haven’t heard of Peak, it’s an indoor climbing gym in Richmond with a lil somethin for everybody. Bouldering, top-rope, and sport climbing abound. Check it out: https://www.peakexperiences.com/ You need not have any climbing experience to join this trip! All skill levels welcome. That said, …
Yo! Let’s ring in fall break 2k19 a little early with some spider-monkey action. If you haven’t heard of Peak, it’s an indoor climbing gym in Richmond with a lil somethin for everybody. Bouldering, top-rope, and sport climbing abound. Check it out: https://www.peakexperiences.com/ You need not have any climbing experience to join this trip! All skill levels welcome. That said, …
Hello everyone, As the title suggests, I love Backpacking. I have a continuous footpath on the Appalachian Trail from I-66 to about 6 miles north of Harper’s Ferry, and I want to keep that distance growing. When I joined Outdoors club, I was a little disappointed at the number of Backpacking trips available, so I decided to plan my own …
What could be better than hanging out(side) with hordes of outdoorsy friends while listening to good music and eating good food? Why, kayaking beforehand of course! THE PLAN: Meet at Echols Dorm at 10am then pile into vehicles and head to the park (I will have all the boats and gear on and in my truck). We’ll spend ~3 hours …
Late-September, fall colors peeking out, perfectttt temps to be outside, crisp fall air, having a lovely picnic dinner complete with warm nalgene water, and singing John Denver while watching the vibrant sun dip slowly behind the West Virginia mountains at the “coolest view in the Shenandoah Valley”????? If you imagine this to be your ideal friday night after a long …
**This trip is part of creekathon! Please sign up for the main carpool trip as well** You guys know the drill: this is a BEGINNER mtb trip, so no prior experience necessary. We’ll leave from the creekathon pavilion and ride around for an hour or so, then return for the cookout. You’ll pick up some sweet tips on how this …
I don’t have a lot of free time thanks to the A-School, but I can manage a day away to go climbing. I haven’t been to wintergreen in a while so this is also exploratory for myself to figure out how many people it can handle, so the trip is limited to 4 for now but I will have another …
In the beginning, there was nothing — but then a group of ODC guys and gals showed up, built a spicy new trail, and saw that it was pretty rad. If you’ve never done any trail building before, fret not! This is a low-stakes opportunity to do good service at one of our local parks. There is ~ absolutely no …
No experience necessary: Peak Experiences Climbing Gym is a perfect place for beginners to get a safe, comfortable introduction to rock climbing as well as a training ground for those more experienced. We’ll head out from Echols at 5:30, drive an hour or so to Peak, climb for 3ish hours, and aim to be home around 11:30. We might stop …
What’s poppin Come join me in the great adventure that is Cedar Run and Whiteoak Canyon. This trail has some pretty great waterfalls, swimming holes and one waterfall you can – wait for it – slide down. The hike is about 9 miles long with ~2500 ft elevation gain, we’ll be going at a moderate to fastish pace since we …
This is a super beginner climbing trip in which you will learn fundamental skills needed to climb safely. After this trip you should be able to pass the belay test at Peak (the climbing gym in richmond). I am going to focus on teaching rather than climbing. The wall we are going to has two routes and both are very …
I know there’s already a Hightop hike going out on Sunday but sadly I have Sunday commitments and still wanna bop up this lovely mountain and enjoy the beautiful weather that’s heading our way this weekend. So, if you’re in the same boat, you’re in luck! There are two options for this trail, the 5.6 mile version and the ~3 …
kick off the weekend with a lil friday fun in the great outdoors! i’ve never done this hike before, but i stumbled upon it on all trails and the reviews say it’s a hidden gem of shenandoah. the hike begins with a pleasant stroll along streams, rivers and falls before the true ascent begins. it’s a 2,210 ft elevation gain …
Hey party people! Did you have a long night out on Saturday? Are you looking to find peace with nature after all of the sinning you did this weekend? Us too! Crabtree Falls is a relatively easy 3 mile out and back hike about an hour away from UVA! There’s a LOVELY little waterfall that you follow allllll the way …
Folks, I’m gonna be honest with you guys (not that I normally lie in my trip descriptions), I crave a sunset more than I crave water in a desert and I know I’m not the only one. So here’s the deal, I’ll handle the logistics and you guys can just come along for the ride with me to see that …
Yo! ~calling all night-owls, hooligans, and adventurers alike~ I’ve been hoping to get up to Old Rag sometime before it cools off too much, just to make sure all of the stars are still there. Conditions for Sunday look favorable, so we gotta get after it while the gettin is good. The destination? Well if you somehow missed that, Old …
Anybody else gettin kinda sick of wakin up at the ass-crack of dawn to go watch the sunrise for 60 seconds just to be tired for the rest of the day? Anybody else lookin to shake up their newfound semester routine a little bit? Well, here’s what I’m thinkin. I’m thinkin that a nice alternative to wakin up way too …
Do you have a sweet tooth and a lust for adventure? Want to escape from the UVA bubble? Are you in denial that summer is over? Sign up for my hike to sugar hollow! This lovely 3.0 mile out and back hike is almost too good to be true, complete with stream crossings, swimming holes and an adorable little waterfall. …
Rise and shine folks, Prime your alarms for the old standby — that ODC bread and butter — the alpine alimentation: we’re hiking HUMPDAY HUMPBACK. For you newcomers in the club, know that the hallowed humpback summit is to hiking like a Bodo’s bagel is to breakfast: a true Cville-style classic. The simple plan: 1. We’ll leave from Echols dorm …
Have you ever wanted to try white water kayaking? Whether you’re an adrenaline junkie looking for another extreme sport to quench your thirst, or like leisurely cruising down rivers with the sun on your shoulders, white water kayaking is the next outdoor recreation you should try! This class is designed to teach you the basics of white water kayaking: information …
Soooo It’s time that I lose my trip leading virginity and High Top seems relatively easy to let’s! do! it! We’re dealing with a 5.6 mile hike with an elevation gain of 1,480 feet. You’ll be fine. I swear. I’ve never actually done this hike before, but I’ve heard from many that it’s not too challenging and the views are …
Hello fellow lovers of the outdoors! I’m not sure why this mountain was named after the uncommon combination of feet and trays, but it looks like a fun hike with several viewpoints over Shenandoah National Park and the surrounding area. It’s between 9 and 10 miles, so eat lunch before we start and be ready to hike! There are some …
Hear ye, hear ye, You are hereby invited to the illustrious Shred-festival, the Dirtbag’s-reunion, the much-revered biannual CREEKATHON!! This is a time to wallow in comradery, to fester in fun, to devour all things grilled. For those who have never been, Creekathon is a laid-back social cookout for all you forest-children at our nearby Walnut Creek Park – we gather …
Hello fellow lovers of the outdoors, come celebrate the first month of classes (roughly speaking) with me with a hike to Cold (Cole?) Mountain! I haven’t been before but it looks cool with some nice views (Hiking Upward compares the hike to Scotland and Switzerland!), and it isn’t too long (~5.8 mi). Where: Echols dorm/Cold Mtn When: Sunday, September 22 …
what could be more PLEASANT than a lil friday night camping trip to cap off week 3? i’ve heard high remarks for the mount pleasant hike, so why not extend our stay & set up camp overnight? i’m envisioning a trip that goes from watching sunset to watching stars to watching sunrise to watching the football team win. it’s a …
It wouldn’t feel like ~back to school~ without a classic Bear Fence sunrise! Bear Fence is my favorite and probably most frequented place to watch the sunrise because it’s not too far away, it’s an easy peasy hike with a fun lil scramble at the top, and it has arguably some of the best views in Shenandoah. It will be …
Alright! So, let me briefly explain my idea a.k.a. my theme. We will be hiking Sharp Top, so we should all wear sharp tops! Since we are hiking and probably shouldn’t wear dressy clothing, my idea is that we all wear shirts that say something about you. This can be anything from a shirt related to a club you’re in …
Are you a new student to UVA, an upperclassman who figured out how to avoid going on this hike, or a seasoned veteran that just wants to get that morning mountain air in your system? We’re going to the classic UVA hike Humpback Rock!!!. This is a hike that almost every club at UVA does as a bonding event at …
No experience necessary: Peak Experiences Climbing Gym is a perfect place for beginners to get a safe, comfortable introduction to rock climbing as well as a training ground for those more experienced. We’ll head out from Echols at 5:30, drive an hour or so to Peak, climb for 3ish hours, and aim to be home around 11pm. We might stop …
If you are new to UVA, a Humpback Veteran, or you’re an upperclassman who figured out a way to avoid going to humpback for the Classic Sunrise photo, now’s your chance. This hike is the time old UVA classic that even the non-outdoors organizations at grounds can do. But since we are the outdoors club and we da best, We …
Spy Rock is a relatively easy(but a little steep) hike that’s about 3 miles round trip with 1200 ft of elevation gain, with a nice rock scramble and 360 degree views at the top. If everything goes as planned we should be back in time for a 9:30 class. What to Bring: Water Snack if you want Jacket depending on …
Me neither. Anyway, Do you want to see the same spectacular views and colors that you get from a sunrise without having to get up at some ungodly hour of the morning? Do you simply prefer looking west over looking east? Well I have just the thing for you! A sunset! I’ve never been to Bearfence but it seems like …
Love mountain biking but hate that whole “uphill” thing? This is the trip for you! We’ll be going to the lift-served bike park at Bryce Resort, which has a good number of trails of varying skill levels, from green to double black. While you don’t necessarily need to be comfortable riding jumps and drops, these trails can be fast/steep, so …
If you haven’t hiked Humpback before, it’s a pretty quick hike about half an hour from Charlottesville(.8mi, 800ft elevation gain). It’s a little steep but we’ll have time to go slowly/take breaks on the way up. We should be back around 8ish, but I definitely wouldn’t come if you have an 8AM class. What to Bring: Water Snack if you …
Yo! This is easily one of my favorite hikes in Virginia, so I’m looking to do it while the weather is nice and before classes pick up too much speed. Where are we off to? Elliot Knob. Sitting at just shy of 4,500ft, Elliot Knob is one of the highest peaks in Virginia and provides beautiful views of the surrounding …
If you’ve ever been caving before and want to go again, come explore Breathing Cave – Virginia’s third largest caving system! This cave has a good variety of features and fun technical challenges – everything from low crawls to tight squeezes to mud chutes to rock climbs. With almost seven miles of passages, we’ll be spending approximately six to eight …
summer lovin’ had me a blast, but now it’s (hump)back to school, so what better way to celebrate then watching the sun rise over the marvelous mountains before we scurry off to our first day! no better way to get acclimated back to UVA than to do the signature cville hike. for those unfamiliar, it’s a quickie, just 0.8 to …
Hey y’all, If you know me you know that my bike, Old Ironsides, is in desperate need of some attention. So, if you have a bike that needs some TLC, or you just wanna pimp your ride, join me in visiting the kind folks at community bikes and get that ish checked out! ~ Here’s the plan ~~ – Meet …
Hey guys, I want to get out for a sunrise one more time before the end of semester, and I want you all to join me. But Anna, you say. Don’t you have a final for CS 2150 today? Yes. Yes I do. But this is more important. ~ Here’s the plan ~ – Leave Echols NO LATER THAN 4:20 …
Hey guys, I want to get out for a sunrise one more time before the end of semester, and I want you all to join me. But Anna, you say. Don’t you have a final for CS 2150 today? Yes. Yes I do. But this is more important. ~ Here’s the plan ~ – Leave Echols NO LATER THAN 4:20 …
We’re back bitches, and just in the nick of time. Yeah that’s right, it’s been a while since I’ve led or even been on a trip but I’ve decided to go out with a bang. That’s why I’m teaming up with fellow officer, trip leader, and future housemate Michelle Lovering to offer those of you with late exams the adventure …
While hiking Bearfence this morning, we decided that an outdoors study session was both fitting and necessary. Come one, come all. We will head up to Hawksbill to engage in air breathing, bird listening, nature watching, exam studying, and paper writing. There is a picnic table in a shelter at the top if you need a table to do work. …
Wednesday is a reading day, which means it’ll be the perfect time to go out and enjoy the trails behind O-Hill as a study break! Come for a 3-4 mile trail run on Wednesday, May 1st at 10am. We will be going at a relaxed pace. It’s supposed to be cloudy but warm so make sure to hydrate before we …
Wednesday is a reading day, which means it’ll be the perfect time to go out and enjoy the trails behind O-Hill as a study break! Come for a 3-4 mile trail run on Wednesday, May 1st at 10am. We will be going at a relaxed pace. It’s supposed to be cloudy but warm so make sure to hydrate before we …
Come join me for a beautiful hike to start your finals studying. We’ll head out to Bearfence mountain for a quick (~1 mile) hike with a fun rock scramble at the top. We’ll take a relaxed pace and breathe in the fresh air. The Plan: 0800 – leave from Echols with full tanks of gas 0900 – start hiking 1030 …
my class + lab from 1-3pm got canceled, so why not take advantage of that extra time given to me to study by blowing off my books and hiking a mountain instead?? if you still have class during this time, check the syllabus for the attendance policy & if you have an absence left…you know what to do. sharp top …
Hey guys I want to climb, lets go to peak People of all experience levels are welcome, but those who can belay will get priority off the wait list. Drivers will also get reimbursed and get priority of the wait list. Plan: -Meet at Echols by the brick wall at 10:00am and depart for Peak experiences climbing gym. -Arrive at …
Imagine: you’ve fought through finals; summer is yours, and sweet seasonal freedom flows through your veins unabated by assignments, readings, or deadlines. It’s that summer feeling, washing over you – another well-accomplished school year finalized – and you ride high on the expectations of long road trips, shaded trails, and reunion with old friends. It feels energizing, right? Well, put …
Join me for a leisurely stroll up Bearfence mountain. We’ll take a relaxed pace up the 1 mile trail, have fun playing on the rock scramble, and return back to Charlottesville before lunchtime. This is a short, medium-grade hike, great for beginners or people who just want some fresh Shenandoah air. The Plan: 0830 – leave from Echols with full …