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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!
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Upcoming Trips
Whitewater Rafting Future Trip Intrest Meeting
Wednesday, Oct 30, 2024 Trip Type: Rafting / Canoeing / Kayaking Full DetailsMeeting to discuss what future whitewater trips the club intends to take. We will also discuss and brainstorm possible fundraising efforts to reduce the cost impact that whitewater has on club funds.
Mt. Rogers Overnight Backpacking
Saturday, Nov 2, 2024 Trip Type: Backpacking Full DetailsJoin us for a 21.4 mile overnight backpacking trip. This trip is for experienced backpackers ONLY. It will include portions of the AT and we will reach the highest point in Virginia on Mt. Rogers.
USFS Bridge Build
Saturday, Nov 2, 2024 Trip Type: Worktrip Full DetailsWe'll be helping the US Forest Service build a bridge on the Potts Valley Rail-Trail. https://wvrailtrails.org/rail_trail/potts-valley-rail-trail/
Lambda Iota Mu Competitive Trash Pickups
Tuesday, Nov 5, 2024 Trip Type: Worktrip Full DetailsLambda Iota Mu, an environmental service fraternity, is holding three competitive trash pickups as part of their service week. The dates include November 5th, November 6th, and November 7th.
Outdoor Movie Social
Wednesday, Nov 6, 2024 Trip Type: Social Full DetailsFor our monthly social, we will be showing a Halloween movie outside! We will also be having some announcements before the movie starts. Come hang out and meet new people.
612 to Helveys Mill Shelter Work Trip
Thursday, Nov 7, 2024 Trip Type: Worktrip Full DetailsWe will hike from 612 to Helveys Mill Shelter and back with hand tools while clearing the trail of small debris.
Bombargo and Harvey Street Concert at Milk Parlor
Thursday, Nov 7, 2024 Trip Type: Special Event Full DetailsVintage pop band Bombargo is coming to the Milk Parlor on November 7th! The club is doing a ticket giveaway on our Instagram and the link for tickets is in the full description.
Mount Rogers via Appalachian Trail Hike
Saturday, Nov 9, 2024 Trip Type: Dayhike Full Details10.6 mile out and back hike in Grayson Highlands State Park
Josie’s Birthday Party
Friday, Nov 15, 2024 Trip Type: Social Full DetailsCome celebrate Josie the Therapy Dog’s birthday in Newman Library! The other two Therapy Dogs, Derek and Epcot, will also be in attendance. The theme is outdoors, so the club will have a table!
Bouldering @ Venture Out!
Saturday, Nov 16, 2024 Trip Type: Other Full DetailsOCVT is taking over the Venture Out bouldering wall! This trip is for absolute beginners through expert climbers.
Recent Trips
Dragon's Tooth Sunset Hike
Friday, Oct 25, 2024 Trip Type: Dayhike Full DetailsJoin us for what should be a beautiful sunset at one of SW VA's iconic triple crown locations!
Bald Knob Sunset Hike
Monday, Oct 21, 2024 Trip Type: Dayhike Full DetailsJoin us for quick sunset hike. Bald Knob is known for its short trail and great views.
New River Cave Intermediate Trip
Sunday, Oct 20, 2024 Trip Type: Other Full DetailsHave 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!
Stiles Falls
Saturday, Oct 19, 2024 Trip Type: Dayhike Full DetailsWe will meet up around 10 am and travel to Shawsville. Overall a light hike and 'rock climbing' when at the falls.
Tawney's Cave Beginner Trip
Saturday, Oct 19, 2024 Trip Type: Other Full DetailsA revisit for those who couldn't make it last time. Interested in caving but don't know where to start? Join us for a beginner trip through a neat cave with stream crossings and varied geology.
Dayhike at Dragon Tooth
Thursday, Oct 17, 2024 Trip Type: Dayhike Full DetailsA 4.6 mile hike with fun scrambling and gorgeous views of the Blue Ridge Mountains!
Tawney's Cave Beginner Trip
Sunday, Oct 13, 2024 Trip Type: Other Full DetailsInterested in caving but don't know where to start? Join us for a beginner trip through a neat cave with stream crossings and varied geology.
Devil's Marbleyard hike
Saturday, Oct 12, 2024 Trip Type: Dayhike Full Details3.3 mile trail with a TON of rock scrambling and climbing.
Fall Break Backpacking Trip - Shenandoah National Park Loop
Friday, Oct 11, 2024 Trip Type: Backpacking Full DetailsJoin us for this 3-day 2-night backpacking trip over fall break that hits some of the must-visit parts of Shenandoah National Park!