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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

Josie’s Birthday Party

Friday, Nov 15, 2024 Trip Type: Social    Full Details   

Come 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 Details   

OCVT is taking over the Venture Out bouldering wall! This trip is for absolute beginners through expert climbers.

Recent Trips

Mount Rogers via Appalachian Trail Hike

Saturday, Nov 9, 2024 Trip Type: Dayhike    Full Details   

10.6 mile out and back hike in Grayson Highlands State Park

Tinker Cliffs

Saturday, Nov 9, 2024 Trip Type: Dayhike    Full Details   

Join us for a portion of the Triple Crown Loop! Tinker Cliffs offers great views, 1,945 ft elevation gain, and a great way to spend your Saturday.

Bouldering at Cascades

Saturday, Nov 9, 2024 Trip Type: Climbing    Full Details   

Beginners and experienced climbers are welcome. We are going to Cascades to boulder and see the cascades. You will need to bring your own climbing shoes.

Bombargo and Harvey Street Concert at Milk Parlor

Thursday, Nov 7, 2024 Trip Type: Special Event    Full Details   

Vintage 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.

612 to Helveys Mill Shelter Work Trip

Thursday, Nov 7, 2024 Trip Type: Worktrip    Full Details   

We will hike from 612 to Helveys Mill Shelter and back with hand tools while clearing the trail of small debris.

Outdoor Movie Social

Wednesday, Nov 6, 2024 Trip Type: Social    Full Details   

For 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.

Lambda Iota Mu Competitive Trash Pickups

Tuesday, Nov 5, 2024 Trip Type: Worktrip    Full Details   

Lambda 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.

Rock Castle Gorge Loop Dayhike

Saturday, Nov 2, 2024 Trip Type: Dayhike    Full Details   

Join us for this beautiful hike in the Rocky Knob recreation area!

USFS Bridge Build

Saturday, Nov 2, 2024 Trip Type: Worktrip    Full Details   

We'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/

Whitewater Rafting Future Trip Intrest Meeting

Wednesday, Oct 30, 2024 Trip Type: Rafting / Canoeing / Kayaking    Full Details   

Meeting 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.

Dragon's Tooth Sunset Hike

Friday, Oct 25, 2024 Trip Type: Dayhike    Full Details   

Join 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 Details   

Join 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 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!

Stiles Falls

Saturday, Oct 19, 2024 Trip Type: Dayhike    Full Details   

We 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 Details   

A 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 Details   

A 4.6 mile hike with fun scrambling and gorgeous views of the Blue Ridge Mountains!


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