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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

AT Trailwork

Saturday, June 28, 2025 Trip Type: Worktrip    Full Details   

We'll be clearing vegetation in our region of the trail that needs the most attention based on reports from the FarOut App. No experience neca. We will provide tools and training.

Recent Trips

Rice Fields

Sunday, June 22, 2025 Trip Type: Dayhike    Full Details   

An easy-ish hike with a great view!

AT Trailwork

Saturday, June 21, 2025 Trip Type: Worktrip    Full Details   

We'll be clearing vegetation in our region of the trail that needs the most attention based on reports from the FarOut App. No experience neca. We will provide tools and training.

RE: The Great Channels

Saturday, June 21, 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.

Buffalo Mountain Sunset Hike

Friday, June 13, 2025 Trip Type: Dayhike    Full Details   

Join us for a beautiful sunset hike at Buffalo Mountain!

Return to Peter's Mountain

Monday, June 9, 2025 Trip Type: Worktrip    Full Details   

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

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

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.


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