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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.

WVU First  Year Trips

Adventure WV First-Year Trips are peer-led, adventure-based experiences that prepare students for life at WVU. Trips offer participants diverse opportunities to meet other students, make friends, learn about themselves and connect with WVU.

FYT Student at Spruce Knob

Registration Information

Registration for 2025 First Year Trips is open! View dates, available trip options and secure your spot on an upcoming First Year trips. 

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Students on Odyssey Course

Trip Models

Different trip options are available depending on your interest. Learn more about our Explore, Odyssey and Quest models, and decide what models is best for you. 

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Participant Climbing

Info for Parents

Considering whether to encourage your students to attend a First Year Trip? Explore our Parents page to hear from other parents to learn more about First Year Trips.   

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How else can you get involved with ADVENTURE WV?

Adventure Group at Spruce Knob

Adventure Live Learning Community

Join the Adventure LLC for a unique first-year experience focused on community, personal growth, and outdoor pursuits. As a member, you get access to exclusive programming, incentives, and opportunities to get outside!

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

Well-being Adventure Series

Dive into well-being and connect with fellow Mountaineers through a variety of different adventures! All activities are beginner-friendly and are meant to be fun, engaging and specific to your well-being.

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HOW CAN YOU GET INVOLVED WITH Campus Recreation?

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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
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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
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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
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Mountaineer Meet Ups

Mountaineer Meet Up’s are supportive, peer-led communities centered around various interests, identities or needs. Each Meet Up community shares the goal of helping students build connections with other like-minded peers to combat loneliness and isolation.


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Adventure Well-Being Blog

Welcome to the Adventure Well-Being Blog at WVU, where we blend the excitement of outdoor activities with the pursuit of well-being. Discover insights, stories, and tips on how to integrate adventure into a balanced lifestyle. Whether you're into paddling, biking, climbing, or simply seeking wellness through nature, find inspiration and guidance to enhance your journey toward a healthier, more adventurous life.


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Join the Team

 Whether you're passionate about fitness, outdoor education, or event management, we have positions that fit your skills and interests. Start your journey with us and make a difference while gaining valuable experience!

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Off-Campus OPportunities

Discover your perfect fit anywhere on campus, whether it's a tranquil escape to Coopers Rock or a fresh perspective at the Downtown Fitness Center. There are endless options for all students.

DOWNTOWN FITNESS CENTER

The WVU Downtown Fitness Center offers a modern, 10,000 square-foot facility equipped with top-tier exercise gear, expert trainers, diverse group classes.

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Outdoor Education Center

Just miles from Morgantown, Coopers Rock and Cheat Lake, the WVU Outdoor Education Center is home to Aerial Adventures & Custom Group Adventures.

Visit the OEC

Morgantown Adventure Outfitters

Outdoor adventures in Morgantown are closer than you think. Visit Morgantown Adventure Outfitters for kayak rentals, bike rentals and Guided Programs along the Mon River Trail.

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