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By: Beth Zabigalski, Trip Leader Specialist With Hurricane Florence approaching, it doesn’t seem that we’ll get a break from this rain anytime soon. But, if you’re like me, you still want to find a way to get outside! I’ve been thinking about the activities I’d like to do in the rain and compiled a list...

Reflections From My Summer As A Trip Leader Specialist with Summer Dreamers By: Matthew Morris Being just one school year away from graduation and taking my next step into the professional world, this summer was filled with new experiences and responsibilities. Prior to the summer I expected to be a photographer for Venture Outdoors but...

By: Bryan Moore Here at Venture Outdoors, volunteers help us reach our goals every day. Making sure everyone has a chance to enjoy getting outside is a group effort, and those who freely give their time to help us achieve that goal keep the dream alive. To recognize the best of the best among our...

By: Lindsey Marshall Five individuals of all ages journey into the great Laurel Highlands to challenge their limits and to experience all that nature has to offer. Sounds like a setup for the perfect action movie, right? Sure, but I should rewind just a bit. Let’s go back to the previous week. As a Venture...

By: Kendall Oakley I would be lying through my teeth if I told you that dogs weren’t my favorite animal in the entire world. Aside from being incredibly cute, dogs are fiercely loyal, have good emotional intelligence, and are (sometimes) better companions that humans. In case you need some more persuading, here’s a picture of...