Appalachian Adventure

Trip Date: Friday, July 17 – Monday, July 20 

Trip Location: Scottsboro, Alabama

Registration Opens: Wednesday, July 1, at 12 p.m.

Registration Closes: Monday, July 13, at 12 p.m. 

Register for this trip in the UCF Recreation and Wellness Center (RWC) app or through the UCF RWC Membership Portal website. All trips are now first-come, first-served. All trips will open two weeks before the first day of the trip. If the trip is full, you can register for the waitlist using the link above. 

Pre-Trip Date & Time: Monday, July 13, at 6 p.m. 

Trip Description: Trade the Florida flatlands for mountain trails and wild ridges on this multi-day Appalachian Adventure! First, we will head to Tumbling Rock Cave Preserve to explore a magical world under the Earth’s surface. We will spend about five hours exploring Tumbling Rock Cave, so expect lots of physical exercise, climbing and navigating a whole new world. Then, on Sunday, we'll head to Benton, Tennessee, to go whitewater rafting on the famous Ocoee River. Expect scenic overlooks, challenging trails, camping under the stars and great company. This is one of Outdoor Adventure (OA)'s most coveted summer escapes. 

What's Included: All of our adventures include all necessary gear for the activity (including camping gear and backpacks), transportation to/from the activity, and professional guidance by OA trip leaders. All staff are certified in First Aid/CPR/AED, and most are certified Wilderness First Responders. Meals will be provided on this trip. All menus will take dietary restrictions/preferences and allergies into account. Occasionally, groups will eat at restaurants while traveling. These meals are not included in your trip cost. Your trip leaders will inform you of any meals not included in the trip price. 

What's Not Included: Participants should wear athletic clothing (including clothing that can get muddy/dirty and a swimsuit), appropriate footwear (hiking boots and water shoes that fit tightly to your feet), and bring personal water/snacks. A full packing list will be provided at the pre-trip meeting. 

Tentative Itinerary (time and activities are subject to change): 

Friday, July 17 

• Arrive at the Outdoor Adventure Center and travel to the Tumbling Rock Cave Preserve 

• Set up camp and explore the area 

Saturday, July 18 

• Explore Tumbling Rock Cave Preserve 

• Travel to Thunder Rock Campground to camp  

Sunday, July 19 

• Hike a local trail 

• Whitewater raft on the Ocoee 

• Camp at Thunder Rock Campground  

Monday, July 20 

• Pack up camp and travel back to UCF 

• Arrive at UCF late evening 

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