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Trips and events are what we are all about, they are the life blood of OCVT. Here you can view and sign up for all our upcoming trips. If you don't see anything going on or anything you like please lead a trip of your own. All our members are encouraged to lead trips, being a leader will help you meet more people and increase your skills and confidence. If you have any questions take a look in the help section or contact an officer, happy trails!

Upcoming Trips

Volunteer Appalachian Trail Maintenance

Thursday, June 5, 2025 Trip Type: Worktrip    Full Details   

Trim vegetation from the Appalachian Trail along Peter's Mountain ridgeline border of Virginia and West Virginia

The Great Channels

Saturday, June 7, 2025 Trip Type: Dayhike    Full Details   

Hike the Brumley Mountain Trail to explore the Great Channels—ancient sandstone formations with beautiful scenery and a unique maze of natural slot canyons.

Volleyball at the Quad

Sunday, June 8, 2025 Trip Type: Team Sports / Misc.    Full Details   

Join us for some fun sand volleyball in the Prairie Quad on campus!

Recent Trips

Appalachian Trail Maintenance

Monday, June 2, 2025 Trip Type: Worktrip    Full Details   

Trim vegetation from the Appalachian Trail along the border of Virginia and West Virginia

AT trailwork

Saturday, May 31, 2025 Trip Type: Worktrip    Full Details   

Vegetation is growing over the trail. Time to clear the trail with loppers, saws, and other equipment. We provide tools, training, and PPE (gloves, hard hat, eye protection)

Cascades Dayhike

Saturday, May 31, 2025 Trip Type: Dayhike    Full Details   

Join for a beautiful summer hike at the cascades!

Volunteer Appalachian Trail Maintenance

Sunday, May 25, 2025 Trip Type: Worktrip    Full Details   

Clear encroaching vegetation from the Appalachian Trail

Search for a Camera!

Sunday, May 4, 2025 Trip Type: Dayhike    Full Details   

A local elderly woman and VT alumni lost her camera on a hike. She reached out to see if some of our students would be willing to help look for it. The hike is not long, but the terrain is steep.

War Branch Trail Loop!

Saturday, May 3, 2025 Trip Type: Dayhike    Full Details   

Join us for a day hike on the War Branch Trail Loop!

End of the Year Bonfire

Saturday, May 3, 2025 Trip Type: Social    Full Details   

A bonfire to celebrate the end of the semester and see everyone before summer!

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Saturday, Apr 26, 2025 Trip Type: Dayhike    Full Details   

A slightly slower loop of the Catawba Triple Crown heading in the opposite direction of Nate's group.

Triple Crown Loop

Saturday, Apr 26, 2025 Trip Type: Dayhike    Full Details   

A 35 mile day hike of the Virginia Triple Crown loop.

Devil's Marbleyard

Saturday, Apr 26, 2025 Trip Type: Dayhike    Full Details   

Scenic 3.3-mile out-and-back hike to Devil’s Marbleyard via Belfast Trail. 1,381 ft elevation gain with a steep, rocky climb and a unique boulder scramble across a slope of scattered rocks.

Trivia Night

Friday, Apr 25, 2025 Trip Type: Social    Full Details   

Come out to Trivia Night on Friday and try to win some fun gift cards! It will be in Litton Reaves 1760.

Sunset Hike at Bald Knob

Tuesday, Apr 22, 2025 Trip Type: Dayhike    Full Details   

Join us for a sunset hike at Bald Knob!

Scenic Parkway Trip & Afternoon Hike

Sunday, Apr 20, 2025 Trip Type: Road Trip    Full Details   

Let’s get into VA's Blue Ridge! On this trip we'll take a scenic drive and explore the sights and views of the mountains, with a nice hike to Roanoke’s highest point.

Buffalo Mountain Day Hike

Sunday, Apr 20, 2025 Trip Type: Dayhike    Full Details   

Day hike to Buffalo Mountain in Willis, VA. Only 2 miles with decent views.

AT Trailwork

Sunday, Apr 13, 2025 Trip Type: Worktrip    Full Details   

We'll be doing some standard trail maintenance and privy maintenance on Peter's Mnt in Giles county. No experience needed. We'll provide gloves, eye protection, hard hat and tools.

Dragon Tooth Dayhike

Sunday, Apr 13, 2025 Trip Type: Dayhike    Full Details   

Join us for a morning hike to the famous Dragon Tooth!

New River Cave Intermediate Trip

Sunday, Apr 13, 2025 Trip Type: Other    Full Details   

Have you gone caving and discovered a passion for it? Go join the VPI Cave Club! But also, come join us for a delve into the expansive New River Cave!


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