Backpacking Virginia - Fall Break *UPDATED*
Friday, October 18, 2024
8:00 a.m.
Off Campus
Students
Saturday, October 19th - Tuesday, October 22nd
***UPDATED ITINERARY October 8th***
Based on a wealth of feedback we received, we have made the decision to modify the trip in order to have more broad student appeal. We plan to keep the location as Virginia/ West Virginia and are working to finalize a hike between 12-18 miles. We believe this distance will allow the best balance between putting in worthwhile mileage to see cool sights and having time to stop and smell the roses.
Due to the remoteness and strenuousness of the activity/ location, some hiking and camping experience is required.
Hike
The original hike planned is to the Three Ridges loop in
Virginia. We may still keep this hike but are contemplating other of
similar distance now that we don't have to be off-trail by Monday morning.
Lodging
Plan on tent camping each night.
Equipment
Group and individual backpacking equipment will be provided by OA
as-needed. Please keep in mind that OA does not have trekking poles.
Meals
Breakfasts and dinners while backpacking will be provided by OA
except for the first and last days while driving to/ from our
destination (we'll stop somewhere along the way, as needed). This
practice helps save space, money, and ensures adequate nutrition that
your body will need while backpacking. Meals while
driving, lunches, as well as all snacks will be the responsibility of
each participant to plan and pack for themselves. Only food that does
not require refrigeration will be allowed.
Cancellations, Contingency, Refund Plans
Due to the nature of Outdoor Adventures programs and our commitment to risk management; trip activities, itineraries, and locations may be adjusted to ensure the best experience for participants. Outdoor Adventures reserves the right to cancel or postpone trips due to factors including but not limited to low registration and inclement weather.
If Outdoor Adventures cancels or postpones a trip, participants will receive a full refund. However, if significant changes to the trip occur after departure due to circumstances beyond our control, participants may be eligible for but are not guaranteed a partial refund, depending on the non-refundable expenses incurred by Outdoor Adventures.
Important Dates
- Info Session(s): Come to any of our Monday Socials between 5p-6:30p to chat with one of our trip leaders.
-
Training Hikes:
- Sun. Oct. 13th, 5pm
(meet at the Ravines Center so we can fit packs and add some weight)
- Sun. Oct. 13th, 5pm
-
Mandatory Pre-Trip Meeting: Sunday, Oct. 13th at
7pm
Alternate if you can't make the Sunday meeting or register after it... Wednesday, October 16th, 5pm at the Ravines Center
Cost
$270
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, October 15th at 11:59pm
Location Information
Virginia/ West Virginia
Contact Information
Tags
dsa hiking outdooradventures recwell
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This event was added to the calendar by Joseph Bitely (bitelyj@gvsu.edu) on Tuesday, September 17, 2024 and was last updated on Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 3:44 p.m.
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