Things To Do
The Monticello Trail
I (Alyssa) love to go on walks here. It is a 4-mile loop, 2 up and 2 down. The elevation is very minimal, and the trail is really beautiful. You don't have to walk the entire trail, but I would recommend spending some time here enjoying God's creation.
Ragged Mountain Reservoir
Above is a photo of Will at the Reservoir after our engagement. We love this place! It has several trails to walk on, spots on the water we like to set up a hammock at, and plenty of fishing spots (fishing recommendation from Will).
UVA's Rotunda and Lawn
The Rotunda is definitely a site you need to see while in Charlottesville. Will and I love to go on walks around the Rotunda and Lawn, sit on the Rotunda steps and talk, and attend many fun events with our friends at both locations. Above is a photo I (Alyssa) took on my way to class!
UVA Pickleball Courts
When we're not in class, leading Young Life, or working... you will find us at the pickleball courts (mainly Will, but Alyssa only twice a year at the RUF tournaments). Will is on UVA's Club Pickleball Team, and we really do have a fun time playing together.
Charlottesville Historic Downtown Mall
The Downtown Mall is a great place to shop, eat, or explore. Will and I ran a half marathon through this area and recently went on our Christmas date to an AMAZING sushi spot on the strip called "Ten." Above is a photo from that date.
Carter's Mountain Orchard
Carters Mountain is the best. You can pick apples, order delicious donuts and food, enjoy apple cider, and have an assortment of cocktails. We spent 4th of July with some friends here in 2024, as seen above.
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Attend our church with us! Sunday 5/25 @ 9:15 AM
Center Church is the local body of believers Will and I worship Jesus and do life with. We have grown in all areas of our lives here- especially over the past year as Will became the set-up team leader and I became the leader of the 3's classroom (pictured above).