There is only one week remaining for you and your family to take advantage of our best offer on Summer Youth Program discounts for the rest of the season!

January 15th, 2012, next Sunday, is the last day we can receive registrations at this great rate! To take advantage of the 20% discount, you will need to register now and commit to a payment of $250 per week as a deposit. To get an extra 5% off the cost of your trip, just pay in full! We can also accept registrations over the phone and you can talk to a cheery Wilderness Adventure staffer about which trip might be best for you!

Interested in what trips we have to offer? Check out our dates and tuition page. Please note that we have made several changes to both our schedule as well as our registration discount periods in hopes of making your summer planning more accommodating and affordable. We will no longer be offering our last minute 35% and 50% discounts.

We want to foster a program of both challenge and support for our campers and if you have been to Wilderness Adventure before, you understand why kids have been coming back year after year since 1990. If you have not had the opportunity to participate in one of our summer trips, then we invite you to accept the challenge and excitement of an all outdoor adventure program.

Want to know what are trips are about? Check out what we have to offer for the following itineraries!

• Outdoor Discovery, our introductory program that is great for first time campers ages 12 and under
• Classic Adventure, our flagship program that lets you sample a little bit of everything
• Specialty Trips ,such as our one week kayaking or mountain biking, Go With The Flow, or Rock and Flow
• Wilderness Leadership Course, our prestigious month long capstone trip
• Leader Training Program, our apprenticeship program for those ages 17 and up

What are some of the things I will be doing at camp?

Everything under the sun! No, really. We are an all outdoor, backpacking camp. No cabins to sleep in here! Check out below the cool things we have planned for you that will be nothing like what you have experienced before! (Activites will vary by trip)

• Camping and backpacking, sleeping in tents!
• Rock Climbing on both our 50′ climbing wall and on real rock
• Canoeing on creeks and rivers
• Hiking in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains
• Mountain Biking on awesome trails
• Caving in a wild cave
• Whitewater kayaking
• Low Element Course
• High Ropes Course
• Outdoor Living Skills and Environmental Education
• White Water Rafting (Go With The Flow, Rock and Flow, and WLC only)
• Campfires, games, and fun with new friends
• Our famous 900′ Zipline!
• And so much more

Not sure when you can come? Don’t worry! We won’t make you choose a date until May 1, 2012; however some trips will fill early. We also will honor a full refund minus a $75 administration fee if you decide not to come by April 1, 2012. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to have a trip of a lifetime! Call today 540-864-6792.

The traveling adventures for the 2012 Wine and Dine season culminated this past Saturday with a trip to AmRhein Wine Cellars in Bent Mountain, VA. AmRhein’s was part of the 2011 Wine and Dine season, with their March event drawing our largest crowd, thus we felt they should be asked back! This year, AmRheins will be our February event–a great pairing for a romantic Valentine’s weekend.

If you have never been to AmRhein Wine Cellars, the drive is absolutely beautiful. From Roanoke, take US221 South towards Bent Mountain and Floyd. After a huge climb up to the Blue Ridge, the view of the Roanoke Valley in the rear view is absolutely fantastic! You then wind on country roads along Bottom Creek and pass the Bottom Creek Nature Preserve and the beginning of Bottom Creek Gorge (a great place for a day hike or a Class V+ kayak run). AmRhein’s is only a few miles past Bottom Creek on the left. Driving up the gravel road, the vineyard looks almost majestic as it is set into the mountainside.

Inside the tasting room, we met with Russ AmRhein, the owner. Russ has been with the vineyard since it opened in 1999. AmRhein is German for “On the Rhein,” meaning Rhein River, and has three different vineyards in the Roanoke area amounting to over 40 acres. Having done tastings there before, Julia, Koko, and Renee were looking to mix it up a bit for a second Wine and Dine event. Rather than a traditional tasting, Russ treated us to some new things AmRhein’s was working on.

We started out with some whites and reds off of the current tasting menu. Some wines that we highlighted last year are no longer available, such as the Traminette that was paired with the pork and pineapple spicy won tons, a favorite of many from March 2011. This year AmRheins has a new sparkling wine called “Cloud 9.” Harvested in 2010, this sparkling wine is the first they have done and is popular among those who usually prefer beer, according to Russ. It has a light, airy and refreshing flavor, but did not make the cut for the Wine and Dine menu. After tasting a few wines, we headed into the wine processing room and did some cask tastings from this year’s crush. Some of the 2011 harvests are absolutely amazing, and while they still need more time, by February they will be bottled and ready to go!

So, after much deliberation about what wines to keep from last year (since we had so many pairing ideas!) and what new ones to add, here is the list for 2012! Last year for dessert, we choose the Ruby, a chocolate flavored semi-sweet red, and are going with the Vin de Peche for 2012. After passing it up last year, we decided to appease the South Carolina in Julia and go with the traditional dessert wine that has a special kick–it tastes like you are biting into a fresh peach! For the other courses, we will do two whites and two reds. The Vidal Blanc 2011 was so good from the cask that we could not pass it up. Plus, this is the first time in several years that AmRhein’s has a Vidal Blanc. Sauvignon Blanc is the other white wine for the evening.  The reds will consist of a second go around of the Aglianico, which is a very popular wine from 2011 that has rich undertones of plum and a smooth finish and the Veranda, a blended red with a unique flavor.

Interested in getting in on this awesome event? Make a reservation today by calling 540-864-6792.

Price: $100 per person or $175 per couple includes tastings and pairings (5 wines and 5 course dinner), lodging, and breakfast the next morning. Add on additional activities to make it a fun filled weekend: $20 per person per ride of rour 900′ zipline, $15 per person for our 50′ climbing wall, $40 per person for our 1/2 day caving trip, or $10 per person for a guided hike to our Bluff Overlook for a beautiful view of the mountains and a great workout.

Our next stop on the Wine and Dine trail was Chateau Morisette, located just outside of Floyd, VA right off of the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway. We have dubbed the 2012 Wine and Dine Series “The Year of the Dogs” as it seems all of the wineries as well as Wilderness Adventure are dog friendly places! Not only is Chateau Morisette so dog friendly that you can even bring your own dog to a tasting, but you can get items with dogs on them in their shop, and their website is www.thedogs.com! Currently, there are two dogs owned by the Morisettes, both black labs who are featured on their site & on many of their wine bottles.  Some of their Wine Blends such as the Liberty and Independence provide 8% of all proceeds going to a service dog organization dogs4acause.org.

The tasting room & special events building (shown above) is true to its name with a classic European style the Chateau is detailed with magnificent stone fireplaces and a French countryside exterior. The large wooden beams that tower overhead throughout the building were made of salvaged timbers from the St. Marie River, to make this elegant structure one of the largest salvaged timber framed buildings in North America.

Upon entering the large double doors, you immediately appreciate the beauty of your surroundings. The room opens up to a second story with a wrap around walkway and fireplace in the distance. The tasting room and gift shop are on the first floor, while the special event and meeting space are on the second. The day of our visit was a Holiday Open House and there were easily over 100 people in attendance for the special reserve wine tasting and pairing on the second floor.

For the Wine and Dine, we met with Doss Cummings, the National Sales Manager, who was one of the most hospitable people we have ever met! Doss gave us quite the tour and history of the winery and introduced us to almost everyone that was working there. We felt so welcomed into the Chateau Morisette Family and we can’t wait to return the favor at our event in January.

Doss explained that the first vines were planted in 1978 and Chateau Morisette first produced wines commercially in 1982. Apparently, Virginia wines were just getting off the ground then and there were five vineyards in the whole state! There are only two of those original five remaining today, with Chateau Morisette being one of them. Today, they are one of the biggest and well known wineries in the state, growing grapes on their property in Floyd County as well as several different sites throughout Virginia. They produce almost two dozen different wines and are a great addition to this year’s Wine and Dine!

After tasting the expansive list of wines and getting some pairing ideas from the chefs of Chateau Morisette, we have decided upon Chardonnay, Vidal Blanc, Sweet Mountain Laurel, Cabernet Franc, and Chambourcin for the January Wine and Dine. We have some surprises up our sleeves for pairings as well!

Interested in joining us for this special event? Call today to make a reservation 540-864-6792

Price: $100 per person or $175 per couple includes tastings and pairings (5 wines with 5 course dinner), lodging, and breakfast the next morning. Add on additional activities to make it a fun filled weekend: $20 per person per ride for the 900′ zipline, $15 per person for our 50′ climbing wall, $40 per person for an amazing tour of the underground world on a caving trip, or just $10 per person takes you on a guided hike to our Bluff Overlook for a view of the beautiful mountains and a great workout.

We are back on the road again! The 2012 Wine and Dine season has begun and Wilderness Adventure staff members Julia Boas, Programs Director, Renee Lavin, Assistant Director for Group Programs, and Koko Radford, Head Chef and Hospitality Manager have hit the pavement hard to search for amazing wines to pair with our gourmet treats!

First stop? Locally owned and operated Virginia Mountain Vineyards, located just north of Fincastle, Virginia. This gem of a winery is only 30 minutes from Wilderness Adventure and thus the closest winery overall, yet none of us had made the voyage..until a few weeks ago! Upon arrival, we were greeted by the handsome black lab Jeeter, whose bark quickly turned into licking and wanting a belly rub.

Owner David Gibbs was also on site to welcome us to the beautiful property. The view from the parking lot itself is incredible; hosting rows upon rows of vines that were recently harvested. The tasting room is quaint and David immediately made us feel like we were home. Bottles of wines lined the shelves as well as a selection of gifts for the avid wine drinker.

The history Daivd told of the vineyard is unique. He and his wife had a dream of someday owning a winery, but wanted to perfect the winemaking process first. So, in 1998, he started out by planting Chardonnay and Cabernet Franc grapes on his property and operating solely as a vineyard by supplying these grapes to other local wineries. Through the years, David experimented with the crop, mixing different varieties, figuring out what grapes did well on his land, and estimating how much of a crop to expect from year to year. He also used the monies earned to plant additional grape varieties such as Merlot, Traminette, and Petit Verdot as well as purchase wine making equipment. In 2006, Virginia Mountain Vineyards officially opened their tasting room and bottled their own wine for sale at their location near Fincastle. Today, David makes about a dozen different types of wine ranging from sweet whites to dry reds and everything in between.

Julia and Koko, enjoying the red wines, felt Wine and Dine goers would enjoy the Cabernet Franc, a native Virginia wine and one of the first type of grapes to be grown on the property, as well as the Petit Verdot, which has a smooth taste with a spicy finish and oak undertones. Renee, prefering white wines, felt the Chardonnay fermented in stainless steel and the Acacia Gold blend would be exciting to add to the menu paired possibly with some spicy dishes to offset their sweeter undertones. The dessert wine chosen is their Holiday Spice. This wine is truely unique, a red semi-sweet with hints of holiday spices such as nutmeg and clove. We have a great surprise in store for dessert with this one!

After the tasting, we headed outside and toured the property. There are some great outdoor spaces to sit back and enjoy a bottle of wine and conversation. The patio near the tasting room and the gazebo a few steps away both afford great views of the vineyard and mountains in the distance.

After a healthy tasting and informative tour, we bid farewell to the beautiful vistas of the Alleghanies and Blue Ridge offered by Virginia Mountain Vineyards and headed back to the office on Base Camp to plan out the menu and hit the ground running on marketing the event. We are excited to start the second year of the Wine and Dine series and this year is looking to go above and beyond the great 2011 season!

Interested in getting in on the fun? Make an RSVP today by calling 540-864-6792!

Virginia Mountain Vineyards Wine and Dine is Saturday, March 10, 2012. There is a cash bar and light appetizers starting at 6:30pm with the tastings and pairings slated to begin at 7:30pm. Price is $100 per person or $175 per couple and includes tastings and pairings (5 wines and 5 course dinner), lodging, and breakfast the next morning.

Guests can also add on a zipline ride for $20 per person per ride, spend some time at the climbing wall for $15 per person, rent a canoe and get a shuttle to run Craig Creek for $35, or go caving for $40 per person. Click here to see pictures of the activities or click here to see pictures of our lodges.

Join other beer fanatics for an evening of embibing brews that will put all other beer tastings to shame!  Participants will grow a greater appreciation and understanding for the wide array of beers handcrafted around the world.  You will also learn about the full experience of a tasting from the pour and the aroma to the sip and the finish.  Plus you get to drink a bunch of freakin’ awesome beer!

Our Director of Activities and local beer expert, Steve Allen, will take participants through the journey that embodies some of the best brews on the market; all in the ambiance of our rustic and unique Main Lodge warming yourself next to our two story fireplace.  Is there a better way to spend your winter weekend?

The Best Beer Tasting Ever for only:
$75 per person
Save $25 if you bring a Friend!
6:00 pm:  Open Bar & Appetizers
7:00 pm:  Tastings  & Dinner

Price Includes: 

• A flight of 14 different beers meticulously chosen from around the world
• Appetizers, buffet dinner & dessert featuring traditional German & Irish pub fare
•  Overnight Accommodations in one of our 3 elegantly rustic lodges (Rooms reserved on a first come, first serve basis>)
• Full, hot breakfast on Sunday Morning

Activity Add-Ons:

Zipline $20 per person per ride, Climbing wall $15 per person, Guided hike to the bluff $10 per person, Caving trip $40 per person (Activities can be done during the day on Saturday or Sunday)

FREE ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:  canoeing & fishing on our pond, unguided hiking on our 500 acre property, sand volleyball, horseshoes, relaxing & socializing in our Main Lodge & our large wrap around porch, and field game equipment for soccer, football, frisbee, etc.

Food & Beverage Details:

The beer selections have been decided and will be an all encompassing flight through varieties and styles of beers that can be found around the world.  We are keeping the exact brands & flavors of beer a secret until the event, so no one can steal our genius.  However we can let you know that we will have styles including, but not limited to; Pale Ale, Amber Ale, IPA, Brown Ale, Porter, Pale Lager, Pillsner, Strong, Belgian and Wheat.  We promise no matter what we choose it will be delicious!
We will have all the variety of beers for sale on premise, however we have what is known as a “limited hotel license” which does not allow us to sell alcohol for off-premise consumption or to serve to people not staying the night.

The food selection will be a mixture of German & Irish (because they know beer best!) pub style foods.  The final selection has not been finalized, however it will mostly likely include items such as homemade hot soft pretzels, bratwurst & beer cheese soup, beer battered & fried pickles, pierogies, German streudel and/or 3-tiered German Chocolate Cake.  

If you would like to make a reservation you may do so by calling over the phone to 540-864-6792.  We will require a credit card number to make the reservation, but it will not be processed until the week of the event.  If for any reason we have inclement weather that prevents people from coming then we will issue a full refund.  If you cancel for other reasons we offer a credit only.  If you have any additional questions feel free to call or email me anytime.  Once again we appreciate your interest in our event and we hope to see you all in January!

To make a reservation please call 540-864-6792 or e-mail us!

More of a wine drinker?  Check out our Wine & Dine event offered in January, February & March! 

For the first time ever, Wilderness Adventure at Eagle Landing is offering couples, families and friends the opportunity to rent individual rooms in one of our three elegantly rustic lodges. Whether you need a romantic getaway or just some time away from the daily grind, you can stay with us bed and breakfast style for a limited time only. This offer only lasts during our non-peak season (December-mid March) and makes a great gift for the holidays. Subject to availability.

Packages

1 night stay in Sly or Main Lodges: $99/Couple

1 night stay in Sneaky Cabin $149/Couple (Add up to 8 for only $10 more per person)

Prices are per couple per night. Save $10 and come during the week (Sunday-Thursday nights!)

Included amenities with your stay:

• Use of the sauna
• Wireless internet
• Pond for fishing and canoeing
• Miles of hiking and biking trails
• 2 Story Fireplace in Main Lodge & outdoor fire rings at all of our lodges

Deluxe add ons to make your trip extra special:

• Massages (priced per minute)
• 900′ zipline $20 per person
• 50′ climbing wall $15 per person
• Dinner $14 per person plus tax
• Bottle of wine or Champagne in room upon arrival ($ varies by selection)
• Join us during our Wine & Dine Event featured monthly January-March
• Come in January to the Best Beer Tasting Ever!

Check out our B&B Webpage for more information or call today to make a reservation 540-864-6792.

Wilderness Adventure at Eagle Landing has had a very successful fall with the Summer Youth Program receiving over 30 signups! While the 25% off discount period may have passed, we are now in the 20% off Early Bird Discount period, with an additional 5% if paid in full.

We have made several changes this year in the schedule and reigstration discount process in hope of making your summer planning more accommodating and affordable.

For those of you who have been to our program before, you understand why kids have been coming back year after year since 1990. If you have not had the opportunity to participate in one of our summer trips, then we invite you to accept the challenge of an adventure program along with the rewards and excitement.

Our new discount period will reward both prior participants as well as first time adventurers that are willing to commit early. This year our EARLY BIRD 20% (additional 5% if paid in full by 1/15/12), will be the largest percentage off that will be offered for the rest of the season. We want to reward parents and campers that help us out by registering early, and we assure you there will be no better offer than this!

In order to receive the discount percentage you must pay your $250 a week deposit by 1/15/12. If you would like an additional 5% off, you must pay in full by 1/15/12. You are not required to choose a date until May 1, 2012; however some sessions will fill early. You may cancel with a full refund by April 1, 2012. Remember, not choosing a date may result in trips filling that you are interested in! For dates and tuition, click here!

If you plan to register for any camp, remember that our trips are not like other summer programs. Outdoor education and wilderness experiences are an investment in your child’s future and build character. Our particular program has the highest trained staff in the industry and an impecable safety record. Please contact us to learn more about why people prefer Wilderness Adventure to other summer programs and receive a copy of our reference list.

Interested in more than one trip? Take an additional $75 off the tuition of your second trip.

Have a sibling or friend interested in camp? Receive an additional $75 off your tuition for each person you refer that signs up. This discount is unlimited, so the more friends you bring, the more money you save!

Note: There will be NO last minute discounts of 35% and 50% for 2012. This is the best offer for the rest of the season.

Can’t commit yet? No worries! We will have a 15% off discount period running from 1/16/12-3/15/12. Call today or click here to register now!

As the weather gets colder, we at Wilderness Adventure realize it can be more difficult to find ways to get your family outside and stay active. Caves stay the same temperature year round,  ~55 degrees, and can be a great way to learn more about the amazing underground world! Join us on December 3rd for a trip to Island Ford Cave in Covington or on December 17th for a trip to Tawney’s Cave in Giles County.

Price: $50 per person for adults; $40 per person for children under 18.

Includes: one trip to either Island Ford Cave or Tawney’s cave, lunch, all equipment necessary (cave suit, headlamp, helmet, gloves), transportation from our facility in New Castle to the cave, and instruction by a qualified Wilderness Adventure staff member while in the cave.

Must be 8 years old to participate and accompanied by a parent or guardian. By reservation only. Payment in full must be received at the time of reservation.

Call 540-864-6792 today to make a reservation or e-mail info@wilderness-adventure.com!

Wilderness Adventure at Eagle Landing has already started planning for Summer 2012. The trips and dates have been set and we are ready for campers to start signing up! We have made several changes this year in hope of making your summer planning more accommodating and affordable.

For those of you who have been to our program before, you understand why kids have been coming back year after year since 1990. If you have not had the opportunity to participate in one of our summer trips, we invite you to accept the challenge of an adventure program along with the rewards and excitement.

Our new discount period will reward both prior participants as well as first time adventurers that are willing to commit early. This year, our EARLY BIRD 25% discount (additional 5% off if paid in full by 11/15/11) WILL BE THE LARGEST PERCENTAGE OFF THAT WILL BE OFFERED. We want to reward parents and campers that help us out by registering early and we assure you there will be no offer better than this!

In order to receive the discount percentage you must pay your $250 per week deposit by 11/15/11. If you would like an additional 5% off of your total tuition cost, you must pay in full by 11/15/11. You are not required to choose a date until May 1, 2012; however some sessions will fill early, so do not wait! You may cancel with a full refund by April 1, 2012. Remember, not choosing a date may result in the trip filling that you are interested in. For dates and tuition, please click here!

Additional discounts: Sibling and Refer a Friend! Receive $75 off your tuition when you bring a friend or sibling. This discount is unlimited so the more friends you bring the more money you save!

Multiple Trips Discount: Take an additional $75 off the tuition of your 2nd trip if you register for multiple trips. If you pay in full for both trips by 11/15/11, this would result in a 30% discount for both trips plus an additional $75 off your second trip!

NOTE: There will be NO last minute discounts of 35% and 50% for 2012. This is the best offer we have!

If you plan to register for any camp, remember that our trips are not like other summer programs. Outdoor education and wilderness experiences are an investment in your child’s future and build character. Our particular program has the highest trained staff in the industry and an impecable safety record. Please contact us to learn more about why people prefer Wilderness Adventure to other summer programs and receive a copy of our reference list. 540-864-6792

We look forward to new adventures and hope you and your child will join us in 2012. As always, we are here to serve you and are happy to chat in person or over the phone at any time for any reason. Thanks and see you next summer!

Sincerely,

Gene Nervo, Executive Director/Founder

PS: Can’t commit now? Here are the future discount periods:

20% off plus an additional 5% if paid in full by 1/15/12

15% off plus an additional 5% if paid in full by 3/15/12

10% off plus an additional 5% if paid in full by 5/15/12

The 1st annual Roanoke Outdoor Circus will take place at the Old Victory Stadium site in Downtown Roanoke near Roanoke Memorial Hospital from Friday, October 21st-Sunday, October 23rd. This free festival will include music, Trek bike demos at Mill Mountain Park, a climbing wall, and more! Wilderness Adventure at Eagle Landing is a proud supporter of Roanoke becoming a more outdoor-focused community and will have a table there along with a host of activities. Check out our schedule below and the detailed descriptions of the activities we will be offering at the bottom! For more information about the event in general, click here!

Friday, October 21st:

8:00pm Huffy Toss (check out what it is all about here!)

Saturday, October 22nd:

11:00am Boat Shuttle for Canoes and Kayaks to the Roanoke River (must have own boat)

11:30am-1:00pm Speed Climbing Competition at the Climbing Wall

1:00pm Boat Shuttle for Canoes and Kayaks to the Roanoke River (must have own boat)

1:30pm-3:00pm Speed Climbing Competition at the Climbing Wall

3:00pm Huffy Toss

8:00pm Huffy Toss

Sunday, October 23rd:

10:00am Boat Shuttle for Canoes and Kayaks to the Roanoke River (must have own boat)

Event Descriptions:

Speed Climbing Event:  Join our staff at the climbing wall on Saturday from 11:30-1:00pm and again from 1:30-3:00pm for your chance to win a Seal Line® Watertight Climbing Tote filled with Wilderness Adventure schwag.  Come by the climbing wall anytime Friday or Saturday before 3pm to practice or watch others compete.  In order to win the speed climbing competition you must get the fastest time as recorded by a WAEL staff member and their stopwatch.  You may practice but you will only have one official attempt to get yourself on the “Winner’s Board”.  The winner will be decided and announced at 3pm on Saturday and will be awarded their prize at that time.  If the first place winner is not there at 3pm then the second place contestant will receive the prize.

“Huffy Toss” Challenge:  The Huffy Toss Challenge is all the rage across the country for obvious reasons.  Who wouldn’t want huck kiddie bikes as far as they can and win prizes for it?  The winner of the Huffy Toss Challenge is decided by an intricate point system, the main factor being distance the bike is thrown.  Extra points are awarded for entertainment value, outfit, parts that fly off the bike, number of flips the bike does and more!    The prizes are awesome but you will have to come by the competition to see what you could win!

Boat Shuttle:  The Roanoke River Gorge is a convenient and fun section of river that runs right through downtown Roanoke.  Bring your boat to the Outdoor Circus and we will be offering shuttles to the put in at 10:00am & 1:00pm on Saturday, as well as 10:00am on Sunday.  After enjoying a 2-3 hour long boat trip, our friendly staff will pick you up at the take out and bring you back to the festival so you can enjoy live music, food & beverage as well as some of the other Wilderness Adventure events where you can win prizes!  The boat shuttle is free but our staff love tips (i.e. “Don’t eat yellow snow.”)! The put-in and take-out times will be posted at the Wilderness Adventure at Eagle Landing booth by the Climbing Wall. 

3rd Annual WAEL Haunted Zipline

Fridays: October 21 and 28

Saturdays: October 22 and 29

Time: 6:30pm-10:00pm

Price: $25 per person per ride

Wear a costume for even more fun! It will be a scream….

No reservations required. For questions or more information, please call 540-864-6792.

Once again, Wilderness Adventure at Eagle Landing has been named by Outside Magazine as a “Best Place to Work!” For the second year in a row, WAEL has gone up against companies such as Patagonia, New Belgium Brewing, and Keen to compete for a spot in the coveted Top 50 Best Places to Work List. To check out the whole list, click here.

Coming in at #15 is an improvement from last year’s ranking of 25, which the staff are very happy about. Many of the staff love the working environment of WAEL aside from the ranking, but it is nice to be recognized nationally for the cool situation we have at a small business. To check out the WAEL information on the Outside Magazine website, click here. It’s not everywhere that you get to borrow a kayak for free, get free housing and meals, and get to bring your dog to work. Interested in joining our crazy, happy staff? Check out our employment page and send in an application today! We are always accepting applications and will be hiring for summer staff positions in the spring.

At Wilderness Adventure at Eagle Landing, the end of the summer brings a rise in the group program. Throughout the year, WAEL plays host to a variety of groups from French Canadian road cyclists from Groupe Centrifuge in the spring to families and friends on vacation in the summer, and church groups, school groups, and businesses everywhere in between. If you are looking for a location to host your next, vacation, retreat, or event and are not sure you are convinced WAEL is the place for you, check out what our past guests have had to say about us.

“Wilderness Adventure went above and beyond what I could have ever expected. Once in a lifetime experience, things I never would had imagined I did. I faced a lot of fears.” -Guest from Harvest Ministries Young Adults

“Staff made you think about how to make teamwork more than just a word. Wilderness Adventure is a relaxing environment where you can forget about work and focus on learning about each other.” -Guest from Manheim Fredericksburg

“Our leaders were all fantastic! Very knowledgeable; everyone put safety first, kept our activities moving smoothly, and most importantly had a great positive attitude which made it a fun experience. We cannot say enough–the staff is great!” -Guest from Troop 395

“A wonderful stay…a memorable experience for all ages. I learned a lot about myself and my students.” -Teacher from St. Jane de Chantal

“The best food of any place I have ever stayed!” -Guest from US Air Force Chief of Chaplain NCO Retreat

“WA is easily one of the best outdoor activities sites/organizations I have ever visited.” -Guest from Roanoke College

Come and find out what makes us who we are! Submit a pricing request form for your group to have a retreat today!

Looking for a great way to spend a Saturday or Sunday? Come on out to Wilderness Adventure at Eagle Landing for our open to the public times on some of our most saught after activities!

***By reservation only*** Please call 540-864-6792 to reserve your space today!

Saturdays and Sundays:

10:00am zipline $20 per person per ride

11:00am climbing wall $15 per person

1:00pm canoeing/tubing (Canoe rentals are $35 and include shuttle, canoe, PFD, and paddles. Tubing rentals include tube, PFD, and shuttle)

Unplug and get outside!

Join Wilderness Adventure at Eagle Landing for our Fall Series of Adult Intro Skill Clinics.

Cost: $50 per person

Includes: all equipment, instruction, transportation from WAEL to activity site (if applicable), and LUNCH!

Visit the Adult Intro Skill Clinic page for more information. Reservations are required and payment is due at the time of reservation. Minimum of 4 people for trip to go. Limit for each trip is 13 people. Al trips meet at WAEL at 9:00am and should be done around 5:00pm.

9/24: Backpacking and Orienteering

10/1: Rock Climbing

10/15: White Water Kayaking

Call 540-864-6792 to make a reservation today!