Campus Recreation Newsroom

On Sunday, October 20th, WVU’s Student Recreation Center and the WVU Powerlifting Club hosted their 5th annual Strongest Mountaineer competition. Men and Women competed in squatting, benching, and deadlifting events to determine who was 2019’s Strongest Mountaineer.

The Office of Student Wellness is offering a variety of fun and safe Halloween activities to participate in. Campus Rec, Collegiate Recovery, Adventure WV and WellWVU are all hosting events to engage students in a safe way to celebrate Halloweekend.

If you’re looking for some spooky stuff to do this Fall to get you into the holiday spirit, look no further. Here you’ll find events for all Fall enthusiasts, from those who love tricks and those who love treats, there’s an event here for you.

Have you ever been 900 feet off the ground with a river rushing below you?

The New River Gorge Bridge in Fayette County, West Virginia is a unique opportunity for anyone to see the incredible view of the valley for themselves. Odds are, if you’ve seen any West Virginia calendars, postcards, or photos, you’ve probably seen the bridge. Stretching wide over the gorge, the steel structure is not only a staple image of the great state of West Virginia, but is also a necessity for those traveling. The bridge supports over 1,500 cars per day, and once a year, over 80,000 people can take the bridge on foot.

A one-day festival, appropriately named Bridge Day, takes place on the third Saturday of October each year. Attendees have the opportunity to watch as base jumpers and rappellers jump into the valley below. Over one hundred vendors will line the streets of Fayetteville selling food and souvenirs to commemorate this special day. Early in the morning, before the jumpers begin their fun, there will be a 5K that allows runners to cross the bridge and into the town.

Say goodbye to frequent fast food at one of WVU's farmers markets!

The adjustment of moving from summer to the busy semester life of a college student is enough to throw anyone off. It is easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of everyday life that taking care of yourself and your health may not be the highest on your priority list. Many people find it much easier to stop at the corner fast food chain for a sandwich instead of making it themselves. The same goes for college students, with the expansion of fast food chains not slowing down anytime soon, it can be hard to navigate through the lines to find food that is convenient and good for you.

Looking for ways to spice up your diet? In addition to the farmers markets Morgantown has on and off campus, there are many local stores that offer a diverse variety of food options for those who are willing to go the extra mile for good food.