Are you ready to get away from campus for a few hours? Join us as we hike our favorite local hikes and scenic places.

Whether you are looking for a day trip or a weekend adventure, this is the place for you. There are many opportunities this Spring to get out into the beautiful Shenandoah Valley to hike and backpack with us.

Winter Day Hike
Been stuck inside this winter? Ready to get out and enjoy the crisp winter air? Join us as we hike to one of our favorite local hikes and scenic places. This winter day hike will be a great opportunity to get out and layer up for a beautiful winter hike. For those who are new to adventure programs. No required knowledge, or skill but some physical ability is required.

Date: January 28, 2012
Time: 9:00am - 3:00pm
Register by January 26 at UREC with FLEX.
Cost: $25
Wellness Passport

Yogis Take a Hike
We have invited one of the UREC Yogis for this modified hiking program.  Run as a Friday afternoon program, Yogi’s Hike allows you to regain balance and release stress that will help kick off a relaxing weekend.  We will hike to a scenic spot in the national forest where you will be guided through a series of sun salutation and downward dogs after which we will hike out and along a stream through an amazing stand of Rhododendron  and return to UREC. For those who are new to adventure programs. No required knowledge or skill is required. Ability to hike over rough terrain is required.

Date: March 30, 2012
Time: 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Register by March 29 at UREC with FLEX.
Cost:  $15
Wellness Passport

Date: April 7, 2012
Time: 5:00pm - Midnight
Register by April 5 at UREC with FLEX.

Cost: $25
Wellness Passport

Backpacking George Washington National Forest
For those of you who want to step further into the wild we offer 2-3 day backpacking trips. This trip is offered in fall, winter and spring seasons. Each season offers unique challenges and opportunities. We will provide you with your backpack, tent, sleeping bag, and cooking equipment. Our trip leaders enjoy the art of backcountry cooking and will show you how to make delicious meals on a backpacking stove. All you need to provide is sturdy shoes, and clothing appropriate to the season. These trips require a pre trip meeting to make sure you are prepared with necessary clothing and gear. These trips are designed for the first time or experienced backpacker. No required knowledge or skill is required. Ability to carry a pack over rough terrain is required.

Date: February 25 (9am) - February 26 (7pm), 2012
Register by February 23 at UREC with FLEX.
Pre-Trip Meeting: February 23 at 8pm (UREC Equipment Center)

Date: March 31 (9am) - April 1 (7pm), 2012
Register by March 29 at UREC with FLEX.
Pre-Trip Meeting: March 29 at 8pm (UREC Equipment Center)

Cost: $65
Wellness Passport

Trail Building
If you enjoy hiking and mountain biking and are looking for an opportunity to give back by joining us in our trail building efforts.  We will be joining local community groups as we work to build and maintain local hiking and biking trails. Plan to spend 3 hours on the trail crew doing physical work after which we will feed you an amazing lunch before heading back to campus.  For those who are new to adventure programs. No required knowledge, skill or physical ability (Level 1).

Not offered Spring 2012.
Wellness Passport

Family Weekend Hiking
We head west to the border of West Virginia for a scenic hike to Hidden Rocks.  This moderate two-mile round trip trail follows a mountain stream through a beautiful stand of rhododendron. Brunch is  provided, so all you need to bring are your day pack, water, hiking shoes (no sandals) and comfortable clothes.  We will be back before the football game kickoff.  Program meets at the UREC loading dock.  For those who are new to adventure programs. No required knowledge, skill or physical ability (Level 1). Registration limited to 20 participants. E-mail Guy deBrun at debrungb@jmu.edu with any questions

Not offered Spring 2012.
Cost: $25.00