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First-Years climb Humpback HikeĀ 

11/3/2015

 
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On October 18th at 5:30 a.m., First Year Connection embarked on a three-hour-long journey. It was 30 degrees outside, there were no other cars on the road, and phone service was unreliable. The first car was leading the other two cars, until they were separated and we were forced to rely on road signs when Google Maps failed. Amazingly enough, 45 minutes later we found Humpback Rock and exposed ourselves to wind chill after sitting in a warm car. Having been on the hike before, I recalled that the Humpback Hike isn’t as easy as everyone claims it to be.
Finally, at 7 a.m., 25 minutes before the sun actually rose we made it to the rock, accompanied by another group and two dogs. We bundled up under blankets, and watched the sun rise. We ended the hike with muffins and icebreakers, even though the wind was still strong, and it wasn’t getting any warmer outside. Nevertheless, it was a positive experience over all. As FYC Co-Chair, it was a treat to experience some of the first years’ first Humpback Hike. No matter how early it might be or how miserable the weather might be, watching a beautiful sunrise with good company is an experience you don’t want to pass up.
-- Alex Nebel
FYC Co-Chair and Class of 2018

First-Years Hike at Sunrise

10/8/2014

 
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The sunrise Humpback Hike was a wonderful experience. I was excited throughout the whole process of the hike, from first hearing about it as a suggestion from FYC-Chairs, Sam and Zak, to actually waking up at 4 in the morning. Admittedly, I wasn’t very awake during the car ride over, and I don’t remember starting the hike that clearly. But as a First-Year at UVA, I know that doing this hike is a must-do before one graduates.
 That’s why I’m glad that I did this hike for two big reasons. First, to complete a big part of the UVA experience. Second, to really get a chance to bond, not only with members of the JLC, but with other Jewish First-Years, at well. Nothing bonds people more closely than struggling up a mountain together and enjoying a beautiful sunrise. I can’t wait for more events designed for us First-Years because I know that they’re going to be awesome!

Adam Naidorf
Wa-Jew Class of 2018


For more information about how to get involved with First-Year activities, contact Sam Magnes or Zak Krooks.

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