What we’re about
Central Virginia Trailblazers was established in 2011 as an activity based hiking and outdoor adventure group in Richmond, Virginia. At the time, there were few if any active groups in the area that welcomed hikers and adventure lovers of all experience levels. Over the years, we have brought together over 3,000 like-minded individuals throughout Greater Richmond and beyond who have taken part in over 1,000 adventures.
Our activities reflect the diversity of our members. The hikes on our calendar range from casual, beginner-level strolls through local parks and neighborhoods to strenuous overnight backpacking trips in the Blue Ridge Mountains. In addition to hiking, other popular activities include car camping, kayaking, recreational biking, and social gatherings. Most activities and trips are within an hour or two of Richmond, but we often travel beyond Virginia’s borders for multi-day trips to other states.
A tremendous amount of planning and coordination is required to make these events happen. We are extremely fortunate to have an exceptional group of volunteer organizers (“Adventure Specialists”), all of whom donate their time, effort, talent, and experience to make these amazing trips possible. Their loyalty and dedication is one of the key reasons that CVT stands out from other groups.
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See all- Pocahontas Park Hike - 13 miles and then some Led Zeppelin @ nitePocahontas State Park, near Richmond VA, Richmond, VA
Its been a few years so it is time to bring back the Looper!
The 13 mile circumnavigation of Pocahontas Park we used to do each weather season. Come for the hike. Stay for the concert.You will need get your own ticket for $20
Pocahontas Premieres: Zoso The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience with Hold The Line RVA
Sept. 28, 2024. 6:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
We have returning to close out our season, ZOSO The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience! It’s been over 28 years and over 4500 shows since ZOSO came together as a group in the mid-‘90s.
In the words of The L.A. Times, “head and shoulders above all other Led Zeppelin tributes.” The St. Petersburg Times noted that, in addition to their virtuosity and spot-on visual presentation,
ZOSO is also “the most exacting of all the Led Zeppelin tributes.” The Chicago Sun-Times put it even more succinctly: “[ZOSO is] the closest to the original of any Led Zeppelin tribute.” More info HERE.
https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/pocahontas-premieresWe will meet for a 4+ hour hike, then chill out by the lake, then groove to some 70's rock n' roll. Bring your kayak if hiking is not enough.
More info on Pocahontas Park and entry fees:
https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/pocahontas
Just 20 miles from Richmond, Pocahontas offers boating, picnicking, camping, camping cabins, 90-plus miles of trails, and nature and history programs.
Unfortunately all camp sites are booked..
More details to follow..