Higher Ground-Caving Experience

Higher Ground’s Caving Experience, part of our Explore Series, is designed to be approachable and welcoming for all students. All you need is a desire to experience the adventure. This program is ideal for those who’d like to try something new, find a sense of community, and build confidence.

Throughout this experience, students will base camp at Selu, Radford University’s Nature Preserve, and take part in engaging day trips. Participants will spend two of the five days caving, with the remaining days filled with additional outdoor activities such as tubing on the New River, team-building initiatives, and our challenge course.


Dates: August 17-21, 2026

*Registration required no later than August 1, 2026*

Details about an equipment/packing list, arrival, and move-in will be provided closer to the start day. Students will be camping in tents for the duration of the orientation.

Waitlist available—if all spots are taken, the student can enroll in the "back in stock" subscription. Once enrolled, the student will be notified if additional spots become available.