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Bike Virginia Creeper Trail: Nature in the Blue Ridge Mountains

Program No. 11662RJ
Bike the Virginia Creeper Trail — a rail trail through forest and over restored trestles. Learn about ecology and historic towns, and attend a performance at Barter Theatre.
Program
At a Glance
Duration
5 days
Program Begins
Abingdon, VA
Program Concludes
Abingdon, VA
Group Type
Small Group
Meals
11 ( 4B, 3L, 4D )
Activity Level
Ride the beautiful Blue Ridge highlands of Virginia on expert-led bicycle rides to experience rich history and its variety of nature. Bike through cool forests and over high, wooden railroad bridges on the Virginia Creeper Trail, a scenic retired corridor of the Virginia-Carolina Railroad.
Best of all, you'll...
  • Bike the entire 35-mile Virginia Creeper Trail, plus enjoy a ride on the scenic Mendota Trail.
  • Explore centuries-old architecture and history in the picturesque small town of Abingdon. Now adorned with boutiques, restaurants, and galleries, Abingdon was once an important destination amongst settlers bound for the new American frontier.
  • Enjoy the historic and culturally-rich town of Abingdon, Virginia.
General Notes
The Retreat Difference: This unique, often basic and no-frills experience at a Road Scholar Retreat includes opportunities for light exercise, interaction with the local community, a farm-to-table or locally sourced meal, a live performance or event and a value-priced single room. Due to the nature of this program, listening devices are not available.
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Abbigail Moore
Abbie Moore grew up attending programs at the Southwest Virginia 4-H Educational Center. She is a certified instructor in archery, a team-building and low ropes facilitator, and trained in administering Project Learning Tree(™) curriculum. Abbie works professionally in the field of youth development and has a master’s degree from Clemson University in youth development leadership. Having graduated from James Madison University with an undergraduate degree in modern foreign language (Spanish), Abbie is passionate about promoting cultural literacy and language learning throughout the local community.
Please Note:
This expert may not be available for every date of the program
Activity Level
Outdoor: Spirited
Biking 12-20 miles daily on mostly level terrain. Mountain bikes provided. Elevations up to 5,520 feet.
Small Group (13 to 24)
Love to learn and explore in a small-group setting? These adventures offer small, personal experiences with groups of 13 to 24 participants.
Suggested Reading List
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