Round Hill Outdoors Committee Meeting

Round Hill Outdoors (RHO) originated as a group of residents committed to supporting Round Hill’s application to become an Appalachian Trail Community. In order to meet the requirements of the application and successfully achieve an AT Community designation, the committee was formally established in 2018. The Appalachian Trail Community program is designed to recognize communities that promote and protect the AT. In turn, the program serves to assist communities with sustainable economic development through tourism and outdoor recreation.

The 2017 Comprehensive Plan set forth the goal to promote environmental stewardship as a mechanism to increase community viability, economic health, and sense of place in Round Hill. Round Hill Outdoors Committee meets once a month to discuss trail news, updates, events, and projects. It is the mission of Round Hill Outdoors to inspire the good people of Round Hill to get outdoors together and make our community stronger, healthier and happier; to make it happen through local hikes, walks, and events; and to connect the dots between local parks, local organizations, schools, teachers, parents, kids, & fellow travelers.

RHO continues to support the Appalachian Trail through educational outreach, environmental stewardship, and community events. Since its establishment, RHO has expanded their programs to include Tree City, USA Tree Board, Round Hill Community Parks Committee, Round Hill Community Garden Committee, the Round Hill Appalachian Trail Arts Festival and the Round Hill Appalachian Trail Art Show.

Visit the Round Hill Outdoors website for more information about events, hikes and blog posts from our members. For more information or to get involved, email blohr@roundhillva.org.