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Final OC Barn hours

Posted on May 11, 2012 by James Dick

Thursday, May 17 from 3-5 p.m. will be the last day the barn will be open for equipment return.  If you still have equipment checked out, be sure to return it Monday, Wednesday or Thursday next week between 3-5 p.m.

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Don’t miss presentations by adventure athlete Andrew Skurka!

Posted on March 20, 2012 by James Dick

We are really excited to have Andrew Skurka, an accomplished and well-known backpacker, coming to W&L to share his experiences with us on March 28 and 29. Find details below and mark your calendars! CIRCLING ALASKA & YUKON A slideshow presentation on Andrew’s 4,700-mile, 6-month journey by foot, skis and packraft through Big Wildernesses. Wednesday, [...]

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Cave Guide Training: Mountain River Guides/USA Raft

Posted on March 15, 2012 by James Dick

Anyone with a desire to spend a weekend in a cave learning about geology, speleology, cave safety, history of caving and the technical skills necessary to guide a safe trip within a cave (specifically Worley’s Cave). This is a very popular training program for those interested in becoming cave guides or those interested in brushing [...]

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Apply for a Kendrick Award

Posted on March 13, 2012 by James Dick

Deadline:  March 31 Are you interested in a pilgrimage to Glacier National Park, Redwood National Park, the Barrier Islands, or some other wild and spirit-stimulating landscape?  Other W & L students have journeyed to such locations and brought back their discoveries to share.  You can be next! Any non-graduating W & L student interested in [...]

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Virginia Climbing Team is recruiting competitive climbers

Posted on March 1, 2012 by James Dick

The Virginia Climbing team invites competitive climbers to come out this Spring and compete in USA Climbing’s Collegiate Climbing Series (CCS), which is the only National competitive climbing circuit for college climbers in the USA! For those of you who are not familiar with CCS, it is a competitive rock climbing series that takes place every [...]

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Tomorrow: The Virginia Wildlife Center presents “View from the Top”

Posted on February 28, 2012 by James Dick

The Wildlife Center of Virginia is coming to W&L to present “View from the Top (Birds of Prey!).”  Join us tomorrow, Wednesday, Feb. 29 at 7 p.m. in the Outing Club Room, Commons 114.  The presentation kid-friendly, free and open to the public. For more information on the Wildlife Center, visit their website:  http://www.wildlifecenter.org/wp/about-us/ Email [...]

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Indoor Duathlon results are in!

Posted on February 14, 2012 by James Dick

Congratulations gentlemen!!  Here are the results of the Duathlon. Alex Bacca 16:08 David Dennis 20:50 Joe Moravec 21:35 …and then there was James 25:05! All 3 participants won a gift certificate to Blue Sky and their names were entered to win a Fancy Dress packet.  Great job!

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LEAD FOR APOGEE!

Posted on February 7, 2012 by James Dick

  Apogee Information Session: MONDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 7:00 – 7:45 PM ELROD COMMONS 345 Interviews:   Tuesday, February 14 through Kimberly Phillips in Career Services, 540-458-8595 or kphillips@wlu.eduor.      Are you someone who thrives on challenge? Do you love the outdoors and working with young people?  Do you have what it takes to be a [...]

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American Hiking Society is currently hiring interns

Posted on January 30, 2012 by James Dick

American Hiking Society is currently hiring for Spring interns in our Silver Spring, MD offices! You will experience a dynamic  non-profit atmosphere, learn about the latest recreation and conservation policy issues, and be part of a team that is passionate about giving back to hiking trails and public lands.  Our internship program provides a well-rounded learning [...]

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Outing Club guidebooks only $10

Posted on December 8, 2011 by James Dick

Looking for a great holiday gift idea? Guidebooks are only $10 through the Outing Club this week and next.  They are normally $15 at the book shops. How about giving your friends a ticket to the outdoors so they can really enjoy the time they have here in Lexington.  The Outing Club Guidebook covers everything [...]

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