Event Type : Outdoor Adventure

Shenandoah National Park: Skyland (miles 41.7 and 42.5 on Skyline Drive)

Learn about land navigation in the absence of technology – magnetic compass, topographic map, even the sun! Learn how to find out: where you are, where you’re going, and how you’re going to get there. Never feel helplessly lost again!

This is a full day course, taught outdoors, in the mountains. All needed equipment is provided. Led by Shenandoah Mountain Guides. Cost is $175 per person. Rate includes a boxed lunch featuring Roasted Turkey & Provolone Cheese on Potato Bun (Lettuce, Tomato, Mustard, Mayonnaise), Apple, Granola Bar, Bag of Chips, Bottled Water, Paper Napkin/Moist Hand Wipe.

• Reservations required and full payment due at booking.
• Minimum age:  12 years
• Minimum of 4 paying for program to operate.
• No refunds if guest arrives late for the event.
• Event will take place in all weather conditions excluding thunderstorms.

Learn what to do when the “what ifs” of your outdoor adventures turn into the “now whats”. This course will teach you the best items to take on any outdoor adventure and how to best use them in a survival situation. This course is designed for all outdoor enthusiasts and focuses on key elements for not simply surviving, but thriving when outdoor adventures turn into challenges.  Led by Shenandoah Mountain Guide Andy Nichols.

• $175 per person includes a $20 meal voucher.
• Minimum age: 12 years.
• Reservations required and full payment due at booking.
• No refunds if guest arrives late for the event.
• Event will take place in all weather conditions excluding thunderstorms.
• Meet Andy in front of the Big Meadows Main Lodge Building 15 minutes prior to departing.
• Minimum of 4 paying for program to operate.
• 7-day hour cancellation notice provided if program cancelled due to minimum not met.  Deposit fully refunded. 
• No refund if less than 7 days’ notice received by participants.

National Parks are becoming a refuge for people from city light pollution.  Join Amateur astronomers as they present a provocative presentation on controlling light pollution while they point out the heavenly stars.

Held at the Big Meadows Area (mile 51, outside the Rapidan Camp Gate).  

• • • Venus, Jupiter
    • Free to all park visitors.
    • Telescopes provided, but participants are recommended to bring their own binoculars as well.
    • A blanket, chair, and flashlight are also recommended.
    • Outdoor presentation is canceled if there is inclement weather.  Indoor PP presentation held at Big Meadows Lodge. 
    • Call 540-999-2222 the day of the event to check on status.

Photo by Larry Brown

Shenandoah National Park: Skyland (miles 41.7 and 42.5 on Skyline Drive

Learn about land navigation in the absence of technology – magnetic compass, topographic map, even the sun! Learn how to find out: where you are, where you’re going, and how you’re going to get there. Never feel helplessly lost again!

This is a full day course, taught outdoors, in the mountains. All needed equipment is provided. Led by Andy Nichols of the Shenandoah Mountain Guides. Cost includes a boxed lunch featuring Roasted Turkey & Provolone Cheese on Potato Bun (Lettuce, Tomato, Mustard, Mayonnaise), Apple, Granola Bar, Bag of Chips, Bottled Water, Paper Napkin/Moist Hand Wipe. Call 877-843-1919 or book online at https://www.goshenandoah.com/activities-events/hiking/map-and-compass.

• $175 per person includes a box lunch
• Reservations required and full payment due at booking.
• No refunds if guest arrives late for the event.
• Event will take place in all weather conditions excluding thunderstorms.
• Meet Andy in front of the Skyland Dining Room Building 15 minutes prior to departing.
• Minimum age: 12 years
• Minimum of 4 paying for program to operate. 7-day cancellation notice provided if program cancelled due to minimum not met. Deposit fully refunded.  No refund if less than 7 days’ notice received by participants.

Amateur astronomer, Frank Perfetti, will share with you not only his love for astronomy but also for aviation, which he did as a volunteer at the National Air and Space Museum in D.C. manning a Discovery Station.

Presentations take place at Big Meadows, and will begin with Solar Viewing in the meadow at 2:00 PM, followed by a Night Skies PP Presentation in the Big Meadows Lodge Massanutten Room beginning at 8:00 PM.

2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Solar Viewing in the big meadow area
8:00 PM – 9:00 PM Night Skies Presentation in Massanutten Room

Fridays – May 22 & 29 

Embark on an unforgettable journey of flavor and discovery with the exclusive Skyland Whisky-Wine Shuttle, an interesting and fun excursion that promises to satisfy. Leaving from Skyland, prepare to indulge in a curated selection of beverages at three renowned destinations: Copper Fox Distillery, Quièvremont Winery, and Gadino Cellars. Whether you’re a connoisseur seeking new discoveries or a novice eager to explore the world of whisky and wine, the Skyland Whisky-Wine Shuttle promises an unforgettable journey of taste and adventure. Reserve your spot today and prepare to enjoy while we handle the driving.

• $75.00 per person plus tax.
• Minimum of 5 paid participants required for excursion to run.
• 48-hour advance cancellation notice given if minimum is not met. Deposit fully refunded.
• If participant cancels, a 48-hour individual cancellation notice is required for refund. No refund if less than 48-hours’ notice received.

National Parks are becoming a refuge for people from city light pollution.  Join Amateur astronomers as they present a provocative presentation on controlling light pollution while they point out the heavenly stars.

Held at the Big Meadows Area (mile 51, outside the Rapidan Camp Gate).  

• Venus, Jupiter, 45% Moon
• Free to all park visitors.
• Telescopes provided, but participants are recommended to bring their own binoculars as well.
• A blanket, chair, and flashlight are also recommended.
• Outdoor presentation is canceled if there is inclement weather. Indoor PP presentation held at Big Meadows Lodge.
• Call 540-999-2222 the day of the event to check on status.

Photo by Larry Brown

Amateur astronomer, Frank Perfetti, will share with you not only his love for astronomy but also for aviation, which he did as a volunteer at the National Air and Space Museum in D.C. manning a Discovery Station.

Presentations take place at Skyland, and will begin with Solar Viewing on the lower level lawn area at 2:00 PM, followed by a Night Skies PP Presentation in the Skyland Historic Conference Buliding beginning at 8:00 PM.

2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Solar Viewing on the lower level lawn area
8:00 PM – 9:00 PM Night Skies Presentation in the Skyland historic conference building

Learn about land navigation in the absence of technology – magnetic compass, topographic map, even the sun! Learn how to find out: where you are, where you’re going, and how you’re going to get there. Never feel helplessly lost again!

This is a full day course, taught outdoors, in the mountains. All needed equipment is provided. Led by Andy Nichols of the Shenandoah Mountain Guides. Cost includes a boxed lunch featuring Roasted Turkey & Provolone Cheese on Whole Wheat (Lettuce, Tomato, Mustard, Mayonnaise), Apple, Granola Bar, Bag of Chips, Cookie, Bottled Water, Paper Napkin/Moist Hand Wipe. Call 877-843-1919 or book online at https://www.goshenandoah.com/activities-events/hiking/map-and-compass.

• $175 per person includes a box lunch
• Reservations required and full payment due at booking.
• No refunds if guest arrives late for the event.
• Event will take place in all weather conditions excluding thunderstorms.
• Meet Andy in front of the Skyland Dining Room Building 15 minutes prior to departing.
• Minimum age: 12 years
• Minimum of 4 paying for program to operate. 7-day cancellation notice provided if program cancelled due to minimum not met. Deposit fully refunded.  No refund if less than 7 days’ notice received by participants.

Fridays – June 5, 12, 19 & 26

Embark on an unforgettable journey of flavor and discovery with the exclusive Skyland Whisky-Wine Shuttle, an interesting and fun excursion that promises to satisfy. Leaving from Skyland, prepare to indulge in a curated selection of beverages at three renowned destinations: Copper Fox Distillery, Quièvremont Winery, and Gadino Cellars. Whether you’re a connoisseur seeking new discoveries or a novice eager to explore the world of whisky and wine, the Skyland Whisky-Wine Shuttle promises an unforgettable journey of taste and adventure. Reserve your spot today and prepare to enjoy while we handle the driving.

• $75.00 per person plus tax.
• Minimum of 5 paid participants required for excursion to run.
• 48-hour advance cancellation notice given if minimum is not met. Deposit fully refunded.
• If participant cancels, a 48-hour individual cancellation notice is required for refund. No refund if less than 48-hours’ notice received.

National Parks are becoming a refuge for people from city light pollution.  Join Amateur astronomers as they present a provocative presentation on controlling light pollution while they point out the heavenly stars.

Held at the Big Meadows Area (mile 51, outside the Rapidan Camp Gate).  

• Mercury? Venus, Jupiter
• Free to all park visitors.
• Telescopes provided, but participants are recommended to bring their own binoculars as well.
• A blanket, chair, and flashlight are also recommended.
• Outdoor presentation is canceled if there is inclement weather.  Indoor PP presentation held at Big Meadows Lodge. 
• Call 540-999-2222 the day of the event to check on status.

Photo by Larry Brown

Learn what to do when the “what ifs” of your outdoor adventures turn into the “now whats”. This course will teach you the best items to take on any outdoor adventure and how to best use them in a survival situation. This course is designed for all outdoor enthusiasts and focuses on key elements for not simply surviving, but thriving when outdoor adventures turn into challenges.  Led by Shenandoah Mountain Guide Andy Nichols.

• $175 per person includes a $20 meal voucher.
• Minimum age: 12 years.
• Reservations required and full payment due at booking.
• No refunds if guest arrives late for the event.
• Event will take place in all weather conditions excluding thunderstorms.
• Meet Andy in front of the Big Meadows Lodge Spottswood Dining Room Building 15 minutes prior to departing.
• Minimum of 4 paying for program to operate.
• 7-day hour cancellation notice provided if program cancelled due to minimum not met.  Deposit fully refunded. 
• No refund if less than 7 days’ notice received by participants.

Amateur astronomer, Frank Perfetti, will share with you not only his love for astronomy but also for aviation, which he did as a volunteer at the National Air and Space Museum in D.C. manning a Discovery Station.

Presentations take place at Big Meadows, and will begin with Solar Viewing in the meadow at 2:00 PM, followed by a Night Skies PP Presentation in the Big Meadows Lodge Massanutten Room beginning at 8:00 PM.

2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Solar Viewing in the big meadow area
8:00 PM – 9:00 PM Night Skies Presentation in Massanutten Room

National Parks are becoming a refuge for people from city light pollution.  Join Amateur astronomers as they present a provocative presentation on controlling light pollution while they point out the heavenly stars.

Held at the Big Meadows Area (mile 51, outside the Rapidan Camp Gate).  

• Mercury, Venus, Jupiter, 30% Moon
• Free to all park visitors.
• Telescopes provided, but participants are recommended to bring their own binoculars as well.
• A blanket, chair, and flashlight are also recommended.
• Outdoor presentation is canceled if there is inclement weather.  Indoor PP presentation held at Big Meadows Lodge.
• Call 540-999-2222 the day of the event to check on status.

Photo by Larry Brown

Amateur astronomer, Frank Perfetti, will share with you not only his love for astronomy but also for aviation, which he did as a volunteer at the National Air and Space Museum in D.C. manning a Discovery Station.

Presentations take place at Skyland, and will begin with Solar Viewing on the lower level lawn areaat 2:00 PM, followed by a Night Skies PP Presentation in Skyland’s historic conference building beginning at 8:00 PM.

2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Solar Viewing on the lower level lawn area
8:00 PM – 9:00 PM Night Skies Presentation in the Historic Conference Building

Fridays – July 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31

Embark on an unforgettable journey of flavor and discovery with the exclusive Skyland Whisky-Wine Shuttle, an interesting and fun excursion that promises to satisfy. Leaving from Skyland, prepare to indulge in a curated selection of beverages at three renowned destinations: Copper Fox Distillery, Quièvremont Winery, and Gadino Cellars. Whether you’re a connoisseur seeking new discoveries or a novice eager to explore the world of whisky and wine, the Skyland Whisky-Wine Shuttle promises an unforgettable journey of taste and adventure. Reserve your spot today and prepare to enjoy while we handle the driving.

• $75.00 per person.
• Minimum of 5 paid participants required for excursion to run.
• 48-hour advance cancellation notice given if minimum is not met. Deposit fully refunded.
• If participant cancels, a 48-hour individual cancellation notice is required for refund. No refund if less than 48-hours’ notice received.

National Parks are becoming a refuge for people from city light pollution.  Join Amateur astronomers as they present a provocative presentation on controlling light pollution while they point out the heavenly stars.

Held at the Big Meadows Area (mile 51, outside the Rapidan Camp Gate).  

• • • Jupiter, Venus, Moon @ midnight
    • Free to all park visitors.
    • Telescopes provided, but participants are recommended to bring their own binoculars as well.
    • A blanket, chair, and flashlight are also recommended.
    • Outdoor presentation is canceled if there is inclement weather.  Indoor PP presentation held at Big Meadows Lodge. 
    • Call 540-999-2222 the day of the event to check on status.

Photo by Larry Brown

Learn what to do when the “what ifs” of your outdoor adventures turn into the “now whats”. This course will teach you the best items to take on any outdoor adventure and how to best use them in a survival situation. This course is designed for all outdoor enthusiasts and focuses on key elements for not simply surviving, but thriving when outdoor adventures turn into challenges.  Led by Shenandoah Mountain Guide Andy Nichols.

• $175 per person includes a $20 meal voucher.
• Minimum age: 12 years.
• Reservations required and full payment due at booking.
• No refunds if guest arrives late for the event.
• Event will take place in all weather conditions excluding thunderstorms.
• Meet Andy in front of the Big Meadows Lodge 15 minutes prior to departing.
• Minimum of 4 paying for program to operate.
• 7-day hour cancellation notice provided if program cancelled due to minimum not met.  Deposit fully refunded. 
• No refund if less than 7 days’ notice received by participants.

July 11, 14, 25, & 28 from Big Meadows Lodge (mile 51 on Skyline Drive)

Easy to enjoy, these hikes feature the natural world as it settles into evening.  Hiking out into the “big meadow” at dusk through the dramatic changing colors of the mountain sky and, eventually, the incredible spread of the night sky with its multitude of stars … (at 3,500 ft., you are high above the haze and light pollution of the mid-Atlantic).  You’ll also be looking for all kinds of animal signs and seasonal plants as you explore the ecosystems of the meadows. This is truly an unforgettable experience.  Distance covered is less than one mile.  Led by Andy Nichols of Shenandoah Mountain Guides.

Meet at the grassy circle in front of the lodge at 6:30 p.m. and depart promptly at 7:00 p.m.   You will be driving your personal vehicle to the meadows area. Return to the lodge between 9:30-10:00 p.m.

• $30 per person.
• No pets allowed on hike.
• Dress: long pants, sneakers (no open-toed shoes). A jacket is definitely recommended and a flashlight can also be helpful.
• Reservations required. Deposit taken at time of booking.
• Minimum of 15 paid participants required for program to run.
• 48-hour cancellation notice provided if program cancelled due to minimum not met. Deposit fully refunded.  No refund if less than 48 hours’ notice received by participants.

Amateur astronomer, Frank Perfetti, will share with you not only his love for astronomy but also for aviation, which he did as a volunteer at the National Air and Space Museum in D.C. manning a Discovery Station.

Presentations take place at Big Meadows, and will begin with Solar Viewing in the meadow at 2:00 PM, followed by a Night Skies PP Presentation in the Big Meadows Lodge Massanutten Room beginning at 8:00 PM.

2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Solar Viewing in the big meadow area
8:00 PM – 9:00 PM Night Skies Presentation in Massanutten Room

Big Meadows area (mile 51 on Skyline Drive). National Parks are becoming a refuge for people from city light pollution. Join amateur astronomers as they present a provocative presentation on controlling light pollution while they point out the heavenly stars. 

• Featuring Venus, 17% Moon, Milky Way
• Free to all park visitors.
• Telescopes will be provided, but participants are recommended to bring their own binoculars as well.
• A blanket, chair, and flashlight are also recommended.
• Outdoor presentation is canceled if there is inclement weather.  Indoor PP presentation held at Big Meadows Lodge.
• Call 540-999-2222 the day of the event to check on its status.
• Held at the Rapidan Gate access road. 

Learn about land navigation in the absence of technology – magnetic compass, topographic map, even the sun! Learn how to find out: where you are, where you’re going, and how you’re going to get there. Never feel helplessly lost again!

This is a full day course, taught outdoors, in the mountains. All needed equipment is provided. Led by Andy Nichols of the Shenandoah Mountain Guides. Cost includes a boxed lunch featuring Roasted Turkey & Provolone Cheese on Potato Bun (Lettuce, Tomato, Mustard, Mayonnaise), Apple, Granola Bar, Bag of Chips, Bottled Water, Paper Napkin/Moist Hand Wipe. Call 877-843-1919 or book online at https://www.goshenandoah.com/activities-events/hiking/map-and-compass.

• $175 per person includes a box lunch
• Reservations required and full payment due at booking.
• No refunds if guest arrives late for the event.
• Event will take place in all weather conditions excluding thunderstorms.
• Meet Andy in front of the Skyland Dining Room Building 15 minutes prior to departing.
• Minimum age: 12 years
• Minimum of 4 paying for program to operate. 7-day cancellation notice provided if program cancelled due to minimum not met. Deposit fully refunded.  No refund if less than 7 days’ notice received by participants.

Amateur astronomer, Frank Perfetti, will share with you not only his love for astronomy but also for aviation, which he did as a volunteer at the National Air and Space Museum in D.C. manning a Discovery Station.

Presentations take place at Skyland, and will begin with Solar Viewing on the lower level lawn area at 2:00 PM, followed by a Night Skies PP Presentation in Skyland’s historic conference building beginning at 8:00 PM.

2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Solar Viewing on the lower level lawn area
8:00 PM – 9:00 PM Night Skies Presentation in the Historic Conference Building

Big Meadows area (mile 51 on Skyline Drive). National Parks are becoming a refuge for people from city light pollution. Join amateur astronomers as they present a provocative presentation on controlling light pollution while they point out the heavenly stars.  

• Featuring Venus, Milky Way, 94% Moon @ 10pm
• Free to all park visitors.
• Telescopes will be provided, but participants are recommended to bring their own binoculars as well.
• A blanket, chair, and flashlight are also recommended.
• Outdoor presentation is canceled if there is inclement weather.  Indoor PP presentation held at Big Meadows Lodge.
• Call 540-999-2222 the day of the event to check on its status.
• Held at the Rapidan Gate access road. 

Fridays – August 7, 14, 21 & 28

Embark on an unforgettable journey of flavor and discovery with the exclusive Skyland Whisky-Wine Shuttle, an interesting and fun excursion that promises to satisfy. Leaving from Skyland, prepare to indulge in a curated selection of beverages at three renowned destinations: Copper Fox Distillery, Quièvremont Winery, and Gadino Cellars. Whether you’re a connoisseur seeking new discoveries or a novice eager to explore the world of whisky and wine, the Skyland Whisky-Wine Shuttle promises an unforgettable journey of taste and adventure. Reserve your spot today and prepare to enjoy while we handle the driving.

• $75.00 per person.
• Minimum of 5 paid participants required for excursion to run.
• 48-hour advance cancellation notice given if minimum is not met. Deposit fully refunded.
• If participant cancels, a 48-hour individual cancellation notice is required for refund. No refund if less than 48-hours’ notice received.

Big Meadows area (mile 51 on Skyline Drive). National Parks are becoming a refuge for people from city light pollution. Join amateur astronomers as they present a provocative presentation on controlling light pollution while they point out the heavenly stars.  

• Featuring Perseid Meteor Shower
• Free to all park visitors.
• Telescopes will be provided, but participants are recommended to bring their own binoculars as well.
• A blanket, chair, and flashlight are also recommended.
• Outdoor presentation is canceled if there is inclement weather.  Indoor PP presentation held at Big Meadows Lodge.
• Call 540-999-2222 the day of the event to check on its status.
• Held at the Rapidan Gate access road. 

Amateur astronomer, Frank Perfetti, will share with you not only his love for astronomy but also for aviation, which he did as a volunteer at the National Air and Space Museum in D.C. manning a Discovery Station.

Presentations take place at Big Meadows, and will begin with Solar Viewing in the meadow at 2:00 PM, followed by a Night Skies PP Presentation in the Big Meadows Lodge Massanutten Room beginning at 8:00 PM.

2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Solar Viewing in the big meadow area
8:00 PM – 9:00 PM Night Skies Presentation in Massanutten Room

Learn what to do when the “what ifs” of your outdoor adventures turn into the “now whats”. This course will teach you the best items to take on any outdoor adventure and how to best use them in a survival situation. This course is designed for all outdoor enthusiasts and focuses on key elements for not simply surviving, but thriving when outdoor adventures turn into challenges.  Led by Shenandoah Mountain Guide Andy Nichols.

• $175 per person includes a $20 meal voucher.
• Minimum age: 12 years.
• Reservations required and full payment due at booking.
• No refunds if guest arrives late for the event.
• Event will take place in all weather conditions excluding thunderstorms.
• Meet Andy in front of the Big Meadows Main Lodge Building 15 minutes prior to departing.
• Minimum of 4 paying for program to operate.
• 7-day hour cancellation notice provided if program cancelled due to minimum not met.  Deposit fully refunded. 
• No refund if less than 7 days’ notice received by participants.

Learn about land navigation in the absence of technology – magnetic compass, topographic map, even the sun! Learn how to find out: where you are, where you’re going, and how you’re going to get there. Never feel helplessly lost again!

This is a full day course, taught outdoors, in the mountains. All needed equipment is provided. Led by Andy Nichols of the Shenandoah Mountain Guides. Cost includes a boxed lunch featuring Roasted Turkey & Provolone Cheese on Potato Bun (Lettuce, Tomato, Mustard, Mayonnaise), Apple, Granola Bar, Bag of Chips, Bottled Water, Paper Napkin/Moist Hand Wipe. Call 877-843-1919 or book online at https://www.goshenandoah.com/activities-events/hiking/map-and-compass.

• $175 per person includes a box lunch
• Reservations required and full payment due at booking.
• No refunds if guest arrives late for the event.
• Event will take place in all weather conditions excluding thunderstorms.
• Meet Andy in front of the Skyland Dining Room Building 15 minutes prior to departing.
• Minimum age: 12 years
• Minimum of 4 paying for program to operate. 7-day cancellation notice provided if program cancelled due to minimum not met. Deposit fully refunded.  No refund if less than 7 days’ notice received by participants.

Amateur astronomer, Frank Perfetti, will share with you not only his love for astronomy but also for aviation, which he did as a volunteer at the National Air and Space Museum in D.C. manning a Discovery Station.

Presentations take place at Skyland, and will begin with Solar Viewing on the lower level lawn area at 2:00 PM, followed by a Night Skies PP Presentation in Skyland’s historic conference building beginning at 8:00 PM.

2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Solar Viewing on the lower level lawan area
8:00 PM – 9:00 PM Night Skies Presentation in the Historic Conference Building

Big Meadows area (mile 51 on Skyline Drive). National Parks are becoming a refuge for people from city light pollution. Join amateur astronomers as they present a provocative presentation on controlling light pollution while they point out the heavenly stars. 

• Featuring Venus, Full Moon, Saturn @ 11pm
• Free to all park visitors.
• Telescopes will be provided, but participants are recommended to bring their own binoculars as well.
• A blanket, chair, and flashlight are also recommended.
• Outdoor presentation is canceled if there is inclement weather.  Indoor PP presentation held at Big Meadows Lodge.
• Call 540-999-2222 the day of the event to check on its status.
• Held at the Rapidan Gate access road.