Adventurers

Upcoming Student Adventures

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Adventurers. We hike. We bike. We crawl into caves, climb rocks, snowboard, shoot each other with paintballs, paddle rapids, and eat s’mores. And you are invited to join us!

Here’s how it works. Check out our slate of adventures planned for this semester. See one that you like and hit that register now button and say, “I’m IN!”. Once you’re on the trip list, we’ll reply, “LET’S DO THIS!”.

Check out past adventures on the WS Adventurers Instagram and Facebook pages.

 

Ocoee River Whitewater Rafting

Date: September 13, 2025
Time: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Trip Fee: None
Additional Costs: Students are responsible for covering all food costs. We will have one meal stop on this trip.

Trip Overview: You will get wet on this ride! Join us as we take on Class II-IV rapids along a 5-mile stretch of the Ocoee River, famous for hosting 1996 Olympic whitewater events. This adrenaline-fueled trip will take you face-to-face with rapids called Broken Nose, Slice and Dice, Table Saw, Hell’s Half-Mile, Cat’s Pajamas, and many more. Be ready to paddle hard and eat some whitewater!

Transportation: Transportation will be provided from the WSCC Morristown campus.
Trip Requirements: Students need to be able to swim and have general fitness.

This event is full and registration is closed. But new adventures are around the bend!

 

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Virginia Creeper Trail Ride

Date: October 3, 2025
Trip Length: 7:30 AM - 7:30 PM

Trip Fee: None
Additional Costs: Students are responsible for covering all food costs. We will have one meal stop on this trip.

Trip Overview: Join us for a scenic bike ride along the Virginia Creeper Trail, one of the nation's most celebrated rail-trails! This ride is open to all skill levels as long as you know how to ride a bike. We’ll cruise through breathtaking rural landscapes, dense forests, and alongside the clear waters of Whitetop Laurel Creek. Get ready to enjoy the fresh mountain air, stunning views, and a unique biking experience that’s all about the fun of the ride. Bike and helmet rental are included with this trip.

Transportation: Transportation will be provided from the WSCC Morristown campus.
Trip Requirements: Students must be able to ride a bike for an extended period of time.

Registration opens on September 15th at 11 a.m.

 

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Ramsey Cascade Hike

Date: November 7, 2025
Trip Length: 7:30 AM - 7:30 PM

Trip Fee: None
Additional Costs: Students are responsible for covering all food costs. We will have one meal stop on this trip.

Trip Overview: Get ready for an unforgettable journey into the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park on the challenging Ramsey Cascades hike. This strenuous 8-mile round-trip expedition leads you through one of the park's last remaining old-growth forests. The trail follows the rushing Ramsey Prong, concluding at the park's tallest waterfall, cascading over 100 feet of mossy rock. Do NOT underestimate this hike – it is a steep and rugged climb, but totally worth it.

Transportation: Transportation will be provided from the WSCC Morristown campus. We can also do a pickup stop at the WSCC Sevier County Campus.
Trip Requirements: This hike is strenuous (that’s a Ryan rating). Students must be able to have good general fitness and be able to hike 8 miles over steep terrain.

Registration opens on October 20th at 11 a.m.