West Virginia Mountain Odyssey: Outings, Education, and Beyond
Encouraging community engagement, environmental education, and ecological enrichment in the West Virginia Highlands.
The West Virginia Mountain Odyssey Program: Outings, Education and Beyond is an initiative by the West Virginia Highlands Conservancy aimed at connecting people with the natural wonders of the West Virginia Highlands and creating a culture of environmental stewardship within local communities. Through outdoor excursions, educational programs, and community engagement, the Mountain Odyssey Program seeks to inspire a deeper appreciation and understanding of our natural environment and provide opportunities for people to learn about and experience nature.
We invite you to join us for bird walks, guided hikes, paddling trips, snorkeling events, environmental workshops, and to be a part of forest restoration, water quality monitoring, clean-up efforts, and so much more.
Upcoming Events
Summer Splash | Saturday, Aug. 2 | Blackwater Outdoor Adventures
As the summer heat settles in, we’re excited to invite our community of water enthusiasts and nature lovers to join us on a two-mile paddle down the scenic waters of the Cheat River with Blackwater Outdoor Adventures! Whether you’re a seasoned paddler or looking to try something new, the Summer Splash is the perfect opportunity to soak in the sunshine, experience the fun of the river, and bask in the magnificence of the mighty Cheat.
Sign up!The Monongahela Skills and Action Camp | Spring 2026 | Date and Location TBD
A gathering to celebrate the Mon, and to learn skills for defending and living with nature. Sign up to be the first to receive details about the Monongahela Action and Skills Camp, including workshops, location, and how to get involved.
Sign up!This program is supported by the American Water Charitable Foundation.