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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.


How can you get involved with ADVENTURE WV?

Students gathered around a campfire during an Adventure WV First-Year Trip.

Outdoor Gear Rentals & DIY

Visit our Outdoor Recreation Center (ORC) for equipment rental options that span all four seasons. Also, search the best catalog of outdoor area resources by visiting the DIY Outdoor website.

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?

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
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Fitness

Discover a wide array of fitness options at WVU through Campus Rec, designed to cater to every interest and fitness level. Enjoy access to state-of-the-art gym facilities equipped for strength training and cardio workouts. Join dynamic group fitness classes ranging from yoga and pilates to high-intensity interval training. 

Fitness Options

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!

Campus Rec Employment Adventure WV Employment

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.

Visit the DFC

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.

Visit the MAO