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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 2026 First Year Trips is now open!  View dates, available trip options, & secure your spot on upcoming First Year trips. 

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Students on Odyssey Course

Discover Trip Models

Different trip options are available depending on your interests. Learn more about our Explore, Odyssey, Trek, & Quest models, & decide which model is best for you. 

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Participant Climbing

Why Start with a First-Year Trip?

First-Year Trips aren’t just something to do before college. They’re how students show up already connected, supported, and ready from day one.   

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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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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?

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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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