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Mt. Rogers Backpacking Trip

Trip Leader - Kira Mikhin

Trip Date: Saturday, Sep 13, 2025
9:30:00 AM - 4:00:00 PM
Max Attendees: 7
Trip Type: Backpacking Pets:Pets NOT Allowed
Attendee Restrictions:Open To EveryoneDistance/Difficulty:8 Miles - Strenuous
Driving Required:Yes


Description

1 night backpacking trip to Mt. Rogers. Will hike around 4 miles up and 4 miles back. We will be camping near the Thomas Knob shelter. Mt. Rogers is a 2-hour drive away from campus.


Location

We will meet on campus and carpool from there


Driving Directions

829 Grayson Highland Ln, Mouth of Wilson, VA 24363


What You Should Bring

Make sure you have all the appropriate gear before signing up. This includes: - Water (2-3 liters) - Tent - Sleeping bag - Sleeping mat - Water filter - Good hiking shoes - Food for 3 meals - Any snacks you want - Layers (It tends to get colder there due to elevation and temperatures will also drop at night) - Hiking poles if you would like


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