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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
Dragon Tooth Dayhike
Saturday, Apr 5, 2025 Trip Type: Dayhike Full DetailsJoin us for a morning hike to the famous Dragon Tooth!
AT Trailwork
Sunday, Apr 6, 2025 Trip Type: Worktrip Full DetailsWe'll be doing some standard trail maintenance and privy maintenance. No experience needed. We'll provide gloves, eye protection, hard hat and tools.
Sunset Hike at Buffalo Mountain
Tuesday, Apr 8, 2025 Trip Type: Dayhike Full DetailsJoin us on a sunset hike to the beautiful Buffalo Mountain!
Garlic Mustard Derby
Saturday, Apr 12, 2025 Trip Type: Special Event Full DetailsJoin Glade Road Growing and the Town of Blacksburg’s Office of Sustainability to learn about invasive garlic mustard, pick some, and then learn ways to cook with it!
New River Cave Intermediate Trip
Sunday, Apr 13, 2025 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!
Triple Crown Loop
Saturday, Apr 26, 2025 Trip Type: Dayhike Full DetailsA 35 mile day hike of the Virginia Triple Crown loop.
Recent Trips
Tawney's Cave Beginner Trip
Sunday, Mar 30, 2025 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.
Bald Knob and Bear Cliffs
Saturday, Mar 29, 2025 Trip Type: Dayhike Full DetailsJoin us on a beautiful Saturday morning hike!
Intro to Backpacking - Rice Fields
Friday, Mar 28, 2025 Trip Type: Backpacking Full DetailsEver wanted to try backpacking but not sure where to start? Come join us on this short and enjoyable backpacking trip that'll be great for a first experience!
Peters Mountain Boundary Work
Friday, Mar 28, 2025 Trip Type: Worktrip Full DetailsCome join us for an off-trail, scavenger hunt of sorts. What are we looking for? Appalachian Trail geological monuments!
♪ OCVT Jamboree ♪ @ Rising Silo
Sunday, Mar 23, 2025 Trip Type: Special Event Full DetailsLive music starts @ 1 : The Red Ferns and Dr Fordes Jazz Quartet! An event to bring everyone in the club together, OCVT alumni, and friends!
Cascades National Recreation Trail
Sunday, Mar 23, 2025 Trip Type: Dayhike Full Details4-mile round-trip hike to Cascades Waterfall
Volunteer Maintenance of the Appalachian Trail
Friday, Mar 14, 2025 Trip Type: Worktrip Full DetailsClear recent storm damage to the Appalachian Trail along the border between Virginia and West Virginia.
AT Boundary Work
Thursday, Mar 13, 2025 Trip Type: Worktrip Full DetailsCome join us for an off-trail scavenger hunt! What are we looking for? Appalachian Trail survey monuments! The purpose of these work days is to monitor the boundary lines of the AT corridor.
Volunteer Maintenance of the Appalachian Trail
Monday, Mar 10, 2025 Trip Type: Worktrip Full DetailsClear recent storm damage to the Appalachian Trail along the border between Virginia and West Virginia.
Alternative Spring Break
Saturday, Mar 8, 2025 Trip Type: Worktrip Full DetailsThis Alternative Spring Break (March 8 - 14) where we will be working to help with the impact on the trail from Hurricane Helene.
Natural Bridge State Park
Saturday, Mar 8, 2025 Trip Type: Dayhike Full DetailsNatural Bridge State Park offers a beginner-friendly hike featuring a stunning 215-foot limestone arch, the scenic Cedar Creek Trail, and Lace Falls. Entry is $9, making it a great spot for explorers
Join the GroupMe
Thursday, Mar 6, 2025 Trip Type: Other Full Details*This is not a trip* It was nice to meet you all at GobblerFair :) Here is the link to join the GroupMe! See you all on future trips!
Night Skiing/Snowboarding at Winterplace WV
Saturday, Mar 1, 2025 Trip Type: Skiing / Snowboarding Full DetailsJoin us for night snow sports at Winterplace Resort. Shred the slopes with skis, snowboards or tubes.