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Cornhole Tournament

Intramural Field 703 UNIVERSITY DR., Winchester, VA, United States

Get your partner and come out and throw some bags on the Intramural Field behind the Brandt Student Center on Oct. 29! To register, go to www.imleagues.com. If you have any questions please contact recsports@su.edu. Pre-registration is required by Wednesday, Oct. 25 at 5 p.m. Register on IMLeagues! 

Intro to Camping

Join SOAR & the Shenandoah Backpacking Club for a beginner overnight camping trip to Wolf Gap Recreation Area in West Virginia (1 hour from campus). The van will depart at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 4, and will return by 1 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 5. SOAR will supply the gear and transportation, you just […]

Old Rag Sunset Hike

Main Campus 1460 University Drive, Winchester, VA, United States

Old Rag Sunset Hike Experienced hikers join us for this famous strenuous hike that includes rock scrambles on November 11th, from 11 a.m. - 9:30 p.m.. You will be rewarded with a 360 degree view of the summit which we will reach at sunset. After enjoying a cold soak meal at the top we hike […]

Star Gazing/Astronomy Night

Join SOAR on Saturday, Nov. 11 from 4-8:30 p.m. for a night under the stars! The evening begins with a discussion about the importance of dark skies and light conservation. Then join NASA's Jet Propulsion Lab (JPL) Ambassadors for a presentation on the latest news in astronomy. Finish the evening by relaxing and enjoying the […]

Deadline for Spring Break Big Bend Gel Trip

Travel to Big National Park over Spring Break! Not only will you get to go horseback riding, canoe down the Rio Grande, visit a ghost town, camp, and hike but you will also earn 2 credits! Airfare, housing, meals, and all activities are included in the cost. The deadline to register is Nov. 16 at […]

Nature Walk and Workshop with the Writers’ Club

Main Campus 1460 University Drive, Winchester, VA, United States

The Writers' Club is hosting a walk around campus for writers to connect with the five senses. The walk will begin in room 118 of the Brandt Student Center with some brief stretching and then the writing workshop. If there are any questions, please email writersclub@su.edu.

Haunted Walk

Main Campus 1460 University Drive, Winchester, VA, United States

Haunted Walk There have been many ghostly happenings over the years in Harpers Ferry. Join us, on November 18th from 6:30 p.m. - 11 p.m. as we journey through this historic town and go on the oldest ghost tour in America. This even costs $10, use this link to register. For any questions, contact suoutdoors@su.edu 

Spelunking (Caving)

Main Campus 1460 University Drive, Winchester, VA, United States

Spelunking (Caving) Put on your coveralls, adjust your helmet and venture deep into the earth into a primitive cave. Emerge with a new appreciation of what goes on beneath the surface of the earth. This event will take place on December 2nd from 11:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. and costs $10. Use this link to register. […]

SOAR Spring ’24 Trip Drop

Buzzins 711 Millwood Ave., Winchester, VA, United States

SOAR's Spring '24 Trip Drop will be held in the SOAR office next to Buzzins with free pizza from 5-8 p.m. on Dec. 6. All are welcome!  Be among the first to sign up for the spring semester SOAR trips! Please bring a form of payment (cash or card) to ensure you reserve your spot […]

Holiday Lights

Clearbrook Park 130 Poolside Drive, Clear Brook, VA, United States

Holiday Lights Celebrate the season as we walk through a winter wonderland of colorful lights in Clearbrook Park while enjoying some hot cocoa to keep us warm. This event will take place on December 9th from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. and costs $10. Use this link to register. For any questions, contact suoutdoors@su.edu 

Snow Tubing

Start the spring semester off with some excitement on Jan. 27 at 2 p.m.! Prepare for 1 hour and 30 minutes of speed and laughter while sliding down 800-foot tubing […]

Ski Trip with SOAR

Join SOAR on Saturday, Feb. 3 from 7 a.m.-9 p.m. for a full day of skiing at Wisp Ski Resort. Cost includes lift ticket and transportation. Rentals of snowboarding or […]

Indoor Rock Climbing

Climb to new heights on Feb. 10, from 11:45 a.m.-5 p.m. at indoor rock climbing! Climbers of all experience levels are welcome. Beginners will be required to take a short […]

Founders’ Day Hike

Shenandoah River Campus at Cool Spring Battlefield 1400 Parker Ln, Bluemont, VA, United States

Take a hike on February 11 from 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. celebrating Founders’ Day at the Shenandoah River Campus. Once you hike the paved trails follow up with a light lunch […]

Ice Skating

Reston Towne Center 11900 Market Street, Reston, VA, United States

Looking for some chilly thrills? Go ice skating at the Reston Town Center on Feb. 17,  from 2-7 p.m. to show off your skills on the ice. It is recommended to bring extra money for shopping & food at the Town Center. Save your spot and register today!   For more information, contact SOAR at […]

Wilderness First Aid (WIFA) Certification

Brandt Student Center

Take part in a 20-hour course to learn Wilderness & Disaster First Aid (WIFA). Participants will gain care-giving competence and confidence to save life and limb anytime and anywhere professional help is not immediately available. Participants will be WIFA Certified at the conclusion of the course. Pricing and registration can be found through the link. […]

Indoor Water Park Trip

Looking for a summer getaway in winter? Then sign up for the indoor water park trip on Feb. 24, from 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m. at Massanuttan's Indoor Water Park! Beat the winter blues at the waterpark where every day is 84°! Rain or shine, the weather is perfect!  Save your spot and register today!   For […]

Winter Cabin Weekend

Travel back in time March 2-March 3, to hike and stay in a rustic cabin located in Shenandoah National Park. You will stay with other students in a 3-bedroom cabin […]

High Ropes Course at Harper’s Ferry Adventure Center

SOAR invites you to zip, climb, and jump at the Harpers Ferry Adventure Center on March 23 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m.! Save your spot and register today!   For more information, contact SOAR at suoutdoors@su.edu.  

Smithsonian National Zoo Trip

Brandt Student Center

Take a day trip with Campus Activities Network (CAN) to the Smithsonian National Zoo on March 23. Vans will leave the Brandt Student Center at 11 a.m. and will return to campus around 7:30 p.m. Space is limited so sign up today! For more information, contact CAN at can@su.edu. 

Easter Egg Hunt

Cecil Pruitt, Jr. Health & Life Sciences Building WADE MILLER DR., Winchester, VA, United States

Hop into spring with the nursing organizations' Easter egg hunt on Sunday, March 24 at 2 p.m. at Pruitt Health & Life Sciences Building! Bring your friends and family for an egg-citing adventure as we search for hidden treasures and sweet treats! For more information, contact Shenandoah University Nursing Mentors at sunm@su.edu.  

Bluebell Hike at Shenandoah River State Park

SOAR invites you on March 30 from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. to walk along the Shenandoah River as to seek out Virginia bluebells! SOAR will take  participants to Shenandoah River State Park. This hike is approximately a 2.8 miles. Save your spot and register today!   For more information, contact SOAR at suoutdoors@su.edu.  

Egg Hunt

Main Campus 1460 University Drive, Winchester, VA, United States

Campus Activities Network (CAN) is hosting an egg hunt across main campus for the entire month of March! Be on the lookout for golden eggs and enjoy the prizes inside.  Two eggs will be hidden on campus each day and the eggs will contain a mini prize as well as a QR code to enter […]

White Water Rafting at River and Trail Outfitters

SOAR invites you out on the rapids on April 6 from 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m. to white water raft with River & Trail Outfitters along the Shenandoah and Potomac Rivers! Save your spot and register today!   For more information, contact SOAR at suoutdoors@su.edu.  

Outdoor Movie Night

The Village 1460 University Drive, Winchester, VA, United States

Bring your blankets and pillows for an outdoor movie night in The Village on Saturday, April 6! The movie will be chosen by a vote and announced on CAN's Instagram (@shenandoah.can). Enjoy the movie with friends and have a chill night from 8-10 p.m.  

Solar Eclipse in Totality

Viewing a solar eclipse in full totality is a rare opportunity. Take a one-day adventure to see the solar eclipse in totality in Erie, Pennsylvania on April 8! The group will leave from campus at 5 a.m. on Monday, April 8, and return no later than midnight. Register today! Questions? Contact Marco Pflanzen at marco.pflanzen@su.edu.

Eclipse Watch Party

Brandt Student Center

Watch the eclipse with CAN and SGA at their eclipse watch party on April 8 from 3-4 p.m. in front of the Brandt Student Center! CAN and SGA will be providing free eclipse sunglasses, but supplies are limited, so make sure to arrive early. Don't miss out on this rare opportunity to see a solar […]

Fishing Workshop

Main Campus 1460 University Drive, Winchester, VA, United States

Learn the basics of fishing on Wednesday, April 10 at Wilkin's Lake to prepare for the SOAR fishing trip on Saturday, April 12. Fishers of all skill levels are welcome. […]

Fishing Trip

Shenandoah River Campus at Cool Spring Battlefield 1400 Parker Ln, Bluemont, VA, United States

Join SOAR on Saturday, April 12 for a fishing trip at the Shenandoah River Campus at Cool Spring Battlefield while canoeing down the Shenandoah River. You will also have the […]

DC Trip

Brandt Student Center

Join CAN on a trip to Washington D.C. on April 13! CAN will provide transportation while you enjoy the city. Our departure time is  9 a.m. from the Brandt Student Center, and we’ll be returning by 9 p.m. You'll have the opportunity to see the beautiful cherry blossoms, attend the cherry blossom parade, or explore […]