Winter doesn’t have to mean bundling up just to hit the slopes. If you're craving an adventure but don’t want to take the time to master the art of snowboarding, we have plenty of laid-back, budget-friendly activities to enjoy. Whether you’re seeking a fun snowy adventure without prior experience needed or a slower-paced time with new friends, we’ve got you covered. Let’s explore some of the best ways to make the most of this winter season—no ski pass required!
Guided Trips
Our Guided Day Trips offer you the opportunity to experience our beautiful state, make new friends and connections, all while having the convenience of being back home on the same day.
Jacob Rex, Program Coordinator for Adventure WV’s Guided Trips, explains, “I feel like if students want to get the most out of living in West Virginia and take advantage of the adventure opportunities we have here, then going on a Guided Trip is the best way to do that because everything is provided for you.”
Rex continues, “What do you have to lose? You are guaranteed to have fun. You’re guaranteed to have a good time. You’re guaranteed to meet new people. College is all about doing new things and doing something exciting. When you are in University, that is the time to try something new.”
Rex believes that if you are a student on the fence about attending a trip, you are in a perfect place and time to do it, and speaking from his own experience, it could turn into a life-long passion.
Ice Skating & Hot Drinks - $15
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Join us for a fun-filled day with friends on Saturday, February 1, 2025 from 1 PM to 5 PM. We will ice skate at White Park’s Ice Arena, and then enjoy a warm drink and sweet treat at Coffee Tree Roasters. Skates are provided, so all you need to do is register and show up ready to have fun!
Sledding & Hot Coco - $20
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Was sledding one of your favorite winter activities growing up? It is still one of our favorite snowy activities! On Sunday, February 16, 2025 from 1 PM to 4 PM, we will sled at Chestnut Ridge Campground and enjoy a warm cup of hot coco afterwards. We will provide the sleds and the hot coco!
Backcountry Bakery - Biscuit Breakfast - $10
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Connect to your Appalachian roots by learning how to cook your own biscuit breakfast for your next camping trip! We will teach you how to use a dutch oven and craft the perfect gravy over the skillet. All materials are included for this backcountry cooking class, and it will take place on Saturday, February 22, 2025 from 10 AM to 2 PM.
Wisp Snow Tubing - $35
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Travel with us to Wisp Resort in Maryland for an afternoon of snow tubing fun on Sunday, February 23, 2025 from 1 PM to 5 PM! Experience the excitement of tubing down a smooth tubing hill without the hassle of trekking back up it. No experience or equipment is required. Come have a blast!
Our Adventure WV website is where you will be able to find Guided Trip Programs, Frequently Asked Questions, the schedule of programs offered, and more
Well-Being Adventure Series
The Well-Being Adventure Series is offered to currently enrolled WVU students, and is dedicated to fostering an environment for discussing well-being while participating in leisurely activities. All programs require a $10 registration fee, but this will be fully refunded as long as you attend the event.
Program Coordinator for Adventure WV’s First-Year Trips, Marcedes Minana explains, “What we want to do through the Well-Being Adventure Series, is we actually want to help people to think about well-being not just as a buzz-word. It’s not one word, one thing.”
Minana explains the Well-Being Adventure Series offers the opportunity to have a fun time and a new experience with friends. “The theme for all of the offerings is to help people understand well-being, assess how they’re doing with their well-being, and be provided with resources that can help them improve their well-being.” Minana adds, “This is a free opportunity to invest in yourself and meet others.”
Snowy Adventures: XC Skiing, Snowshoeing or Hiking Fun! #1
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On Saturday, February 8, 2025 from 10 AM to 4 PM, come experience some fun snowy adventures! Take in the Winter Wonderland beauty in a relaxed-pace adventure of XC skiing, snowshoeing, or hiking if there isn’t enough snow for the other activities. Lunch will be provided, and as with all WBAS programs, we’ll spend time discussing well-being, and will explore ways to improve it. No prior experience is required to participate in this program’s activities.
Snow Tubing & Tasty Treats
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Have you ever been snow tubing? If not, this is your chance! We will be tubing on Sunday, February 9, 2025 from 1 PM to 5:30 PM. Enjoy an exciting and smooth ride down the well-maintained tubing hill at Chestnut Ridge Regional Park. After the outdoor adventures, we will enjoy a sweet treat from a local cafe in Morgantown, Almost Heaven Desserts. To make the deal even sweeter, the treat is on us! We will talk about well-being and ways to improve it while enjoying our sweet treats.
Snowy Adventures: XC Skiing, Snowshoeing or Hiking Fun! #2
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Come enjoy some fun, snowy activities on Saturday, February 22, 2025 from 10 AM to 4 PM. Take in West Virginia’s winter beauty in an adventure of XC skiing, snowshoeing, or hiking if there isn’t enough snow for the other activities. Lunch will be provided, and as with all WBAS programs, we’ll spend time discussing well-being, and will explore ways to improve our overall health. No prior experience is required to participate in this program’s activities.
Dinner, Cuppa & Coloring
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On Thursday, February 27, 2025 from 6 PM to 9 PM, we will be spending a relaxing evening at AntiquiTea House near the Evansdale campus. We will meet at the Student Rec Center and will then walk a short distance to the cafe. Once at AntiquiTea, we will grab dinner, a drink, and spend our time creating while getting to know each other. Coloring and other art supplies will be provided, so come ready to create! Let’s have a great evening of spending time together, eating, being creative and discussing well-being and ways to improve our overall well-being.
Winter Adventure With Us!
We are looking forward to spending this semester with you! Visit our WVUGo website to find out more information and to register for the trip that is perfect for you.