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Welcome, Students!

Welcome to the heart of Mountaineer Adventure! Discover endless opportunities to stay active and explore with WVU Campus Rec and Adventure West Virginia – your gateway to exciting experiences both on and off campus.

Welcome Week adventures

Start WVU with friends, fun, and Adventure. Choose from a variety of adventure and campus recreation activities during Welcome Week. Follow the links to see descriptions and preregister. All activities are free of charge and include transportation and equipment.

FYT Student at Spruce Knob

Activity Registration

Explore what's next by browsing all of our upcoming Welcome Week Adventures

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Students on Odyssey Course

Registered Students Page

Already registered for a Welcome Week Adventure? Visit our registered students page to learn more.  

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Participant Climbing

View other Welcome Week Programs

Take a look at other programs scheduled to occur this Welcome Week.   

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How else can you get involved with ADVENTURE WV?

Student Climbing on WVU Indoor Wall

WVU Indoor Climbing Wall

The WVU Indoor Climbing Facility includes both the Indoor Climbing Wall and a Bouldering Cave. The wall features a wide range of climbs from beginner to advanced, with more than 3,500 square feet of climbing surface.

Backpacking Seneca Creek

Guided Outdoor Adventure Programs

Adventure WV offers a wide variety of programs for the WVU and greater Morgantown community.  Programs range from brief on-campus workshops to multi-week international education abroad programs.

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Rain Trail Biking

Outfitting Your Own Outdoor Adventure

We have the gear and resources to help outfit your next adventure. Visit our Outdoor Recreation Center for equipment options that span all four seasons. Also, search our catalog of outdoor area resources on the DIY website.

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Adventure student staff

Student Employment Opportunities 

Nearly all of Adventure WV's programs and services are delivered by WVU students. Whether pursuing a profession in the outdoors or seeking a career as an engineer, Adventure WV Student Staff Positions are open to everyone.

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HOW CAN YOU GET INVOLVED WITH Campus Recreation?

students in pool on boards doing yoga

Aquatics

The Aquatics Center at the Student Recreation Center offers swim lessons, open swim sessions, and on-campus events. It includes a leisure pool, fitness pool, spa, and whirlpool for your enjoyment and relaxation.

Aquatics Facility
Club VolleyBall

Club Sports

Each club and intramural team is student-led with support from an advisor, whether faculty, staff, or community member. Student leadership, interest, and active participation drive the success of our program.

Club Sports Info
two guys at fitness jumping on boxes

Fitness

Discover a wide array of fitness options at WVU through Campus Rec. Enjoy access to state-of-the-art gym facilities equipped for strength training and cardio workouts. 

Fitness Options