ABOUT VERDUN

Verdun Adventure Bound creates intentional, experience-based programs that connect people to each other and their community. Through our diverse challenge course, strong local partnerships, and natural surroundings, we deliver customized opportunities for personal growth and collective impact.

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Founded in 1999 by Dr. David Snyder (Doc), Verdun Adventure Bound has spent 26 years empowering youth and adults through inclusive, experiential programming focused on leadership, personal growth, and community connection. Serving Culpeper, Fauquier, Rappahannock and communities throughout Northern Virginia and the surrounding region, our 67-acre Rixeyville campus features a low and high rope challenge course, adaptive high ropes, zip lines, camping, summer camps, and scenic event spaces.

We proudly offer accessible programming for individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities, and ensure financial barriers never stand in the way of participation. Verdun also supports those in recovery through initiatives like Project SOAR and the Run for Your Life 5K.

Beyond our core programs, Verdun is a vibrant community hub—hosting weddings, live performances, and our Echo in the Pines summer concert series with on-site camping. Each December, we welcome thousands for our beloved holiday light show and winter festival.

Rooted in community and driven by purpose, Verdun remains a place where transformation happens—where every person is seen, supported, and empowered.

VISION & MISSION

VISION

Verdun envisions a more collaborative community that fosters empowered, adventurous individuals.

MISSION

We provide connection to nature, oneself, and community through experiential learning.

In order to realize this mission, the Verdun Adventure Bound Board of Directors, Staff, and participants commit to 5 guiding principles:

Safety: Physical and emotional well-being is foremost and resolute in all that we do.
Commitment: Verdun will maintain a growth mindset seeking to continually improve ourselves and our offerings.
Respect: We believe that every individual has value, and we consistently work to remove barriers and make programs accessible.
Humility: We will always put the needs of others before our own. We recognize the value of our environment and commit to being excellent stewards of the physical and natural resources provided to us.
Fun: Joy is a trademark of Verdun’s approach.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Chair

Tom Blaser

Vice Chair

Paul McCulla

Treasurer

Megan Furlong

Secretary

Caroline Wood

Members

Erin M. Kozanecki

Kendal Blaser

Marty Bywaters-Baldwin

Katie Snyder

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