Trip Descriptions - Summer 2013

 

Participants must sign up in advance for all trips at the Outing Rental Center. Trips close the Tuesday before the trip. We accept VISA, MASTERCARD credit cards, debit cards, and checks.


Caving
Canoeing 
Kayaking and Paddleboarding 
Cycling
Hiking and Backpacking
Bikepacking on the C&O Canal June 2013
Summer Trip to Iceland August 2013 - TRIP IS FULL


Summer 2013 Trips

Caving

Summer Day Cave
Join us for another exciting day below the surface of the earth. Summer is a wonderful time to enjoy the experience of caving! While it is hot outside it is a constant 55 F down here. You will learn about cave formations first-hand from experienced leaders. We will be traveling to western Virginia to explore the vast caverns beneath us.
Check out our video of a recent caving trip!
Cost: Student: $22, Faculty/Staff: $27, +1/A/G: $31
Date: June 30
Time: 8:00am - 6:00pm
Location: Near Goshen, VA

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Canoeing
Weekend Canoe Trip
Enjoy a relaxing weekend floating down the river. This will be a scenic paddle of mostly calm water with a few minor rapids. We will spend the evening camping by the river and cooking a big dinner in the Dutch ovens around the camp fire. 
Cost: Student: $44, Faculty/Staff: $50, +1/A/G: $55
Date: July 20-21
Includes: Transportation, food, lodging and equipment
Location: Central VA

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Kayaking and Paddleboarding
Day SUP at the Beach
Stand Up Paddle boarding (SUP) has been gaining popularity and opening up new opportunities for surfers, fisherman and recreational paddlers around the world. We’ll spend our day on the beach, soaking up the sun and learning the basics of stability, balance and maneuvering. Discover for yourself why this fun and exciting sport is taking off. Pack a lunch, as one will not be provided.
Cost: Student: $22, Faculty/Staff: $27, +1/A/G: $31
Includes: transportation and equipment
Date: Saturday, June 29
Location: VA Beach


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Cycling
Day Mountain Bike Ride
Attention all mountain bikers! Come ride the trails with the OAP. We will meet Saturday morning and head to the trailhead to enjoying some fun single track at this great area. No previous mountain bike experience is required.
Cost: Student: $10, Faculty/Staff: $12, +1/A/G: $15
Includes: transportation and equipment
Date: Saturday, June 8
Location: TBA

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Hiking and Backpacking
Day Hiking in the Blue Ridge Mountains
Join us for a summer hike in the spectacular Blue Ridge Mountains. Enjoy the lush green forests, cascading waterfalls and a day away from the city. Take a break from the summer heat in the shade of the trees. Be sure to pack a lunch, as food is not included.
Cost: Student: $10, Faculty/Staff: $12, +1/A/G: $15
Date:  June 1

Includes: Transportation and equipment
Location: TBA

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Week Long Trips - Summer 2013
 
Bikepacking on the C&O Canal
Join us in celebrating the start of summer by riding bikes and camping along the length of the C&O canal! One week, 184.5 Miles of nature, history and epic camp vibes. If you've ever considered bikepacking, (and a quick Google search will convince you that you should), this trip will be a great introduction to the activity. Trip price includes a top-of-the-line Fuji mountain bike, all your gear, experienced guides, delicious food, even espresso. We'll spend days riding bikes and evenings unwinding around the campfire. Bobcats. Bald Eagles. The beautiful Potomac River. Come by the Outing Rental Center and ask us about it!
Cost: Student: $200, Faculty/Staff: $210, +1/A/G: $220
Date: June 1 - 7, 2013
Location: Potomac River
Includes: Ground transportation, lodging, equipment and food


Summer Adventure in Iceland - August - Trip is FULL
Has the Richmond summer heat got you down? Come cool off in Iceland. The OAP is heading to the land of fire and ice for our annual summer trip. Our trip starts in the stunning city of Reykjavík where we all have some time to take in some local culture. From there we will travel to central Iceland to begin the backpacking leg of or trip. We will be walking along some of the world’s most epic and beautiful trails with views of volcanic mountains, massive glaciers and cascading waterfalls. Our evenings will be spent in camp eating delicious meals and possibly even sitting in one of the several hot springs. Our journey back will be along the infamous Golden Circle with a stop at the blue lagoon.
Passport required, so make sure yours is up to date.
Cost: Student: $425 + Airfare.
Date: Aug. 3-12
Includes: Ground transportation, food, equipment, and lodging
  

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Outdoor Adventure Program

Calendar

Weekly Activities

Trip Descriptions

Outing Rental Center

Climbing/Bouldering Wall

Bike Shop

Leadership Program

Contact

VCU Outdoor Adventure Program
Outing Rental Center
130 S. Linden St.
Richmond, Va 23284-2029
Phone: (804) 828-6004
E-mail: outdoors@vcu.edu

Monday - Friday 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Saturday, Sunday Closed

Climbing Wall/Bouldering Wall

The Climbing Wall and Bouldering Wall are new parts of the Outdoor Adventure Program that can be used by Recreational Sports members. Anyone can climb with the supervision and belaying of the Climbing Wall staff. All necessary climbing equipment is available to be checked out for free for use at the wall. This is a chalk free climbing facility. Call 804.827.8747 for more information.

The Climbing Wall routes are periodically reset, courtesy of Peak Experiences.

Climbing Wall Hours

Hours

Monday - Friday 12 pm. - 10 p.m.
Saturday 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Bouldering Wall Hours

Monday - Sunday                   available during all open hours

 

OAP Contact

VCU Outdoor Adventure Program
Outing Rental Center
130 S. Linden St.
Richmond, Va 23284-2029
Phone: (804) 828-6004
E-mail: outdoors@vcu.edu