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WVU First-Year Trips

Your college adventure starts here. Learn what it means to be a part of the Mountaineer family and establish your community all before the start of school. 

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AT WVU... Adventure is for everyone.

Adventure WV is one of the largest and most awarded outdoor orientation programs in the U.S.

On our First-Year Trips, which take place in the summer before their first semester,  students spend 4-6 days in the beauty of West Virginia, making new friends and learning ways to succeed at college life, in and out of the classroom. Your college experience can start here - an adventure designed to inspire, empower, and create new memories.

Why Should I Consider a First-Year Trip?

Choose Your Trip

Adventure WV First-Year Trips are intentionally designed to meet the diverse needs, interests, and comfort levels of incoming students.

With four distinct trip models to choose from, each offers a unique experience. Whether you're looking to connect more with the outdoors, build a community before coming to campus, or simply try something new, there’s a trip built for you in mind. No matter what trip you choose, you’ll find a supportive environment designed to help you thrive.

All first-year trips...
  • Cost $95 or less.
  • Require no prior experience.
  • Include meaningful conversation with peers facilitated by student staff.
  • Help you build a support system and community before coming to campus.
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Eligibility Criteria
Jackson Licklider

Physics Major, class 2027

Jackson LIcklider

Odyssey Participant

"My First-Year Trip made the transition to college so much easier. I built real friendships, stepped outside my comfort zone, and arrived on campus already feeling at home."

About Odyssey

Ask Us Anything

We’re here to answer your questions and be a guiding source.

Still have unanswered questions about Adventure WV First Year Trips? Our professional staff is ready to provide the answers. Our team wants to limit any barriers and hesitations to registering for one of our trips. Feel free to contact us using the information below, and we will get back to you as soon as we can.

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