Adventures On the Gorge by Nikki Butler

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Adventure Within each of us lies an innate need to explore and discover, to challenge ourselves, to learn about and experience nature and to try something new. It is this sense of exploration that makes us feel alive. As outfitters, we feel this passion, this spirit, every dayâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;and it is the driving force behind our desire to constantly push ourselves to be the best that we can be. This adventurous spirit was with our forefathers in the beginning of river running, when explorers like Lewis & Clark and others before them set out on journeys across the country because they craved the wilderness and reveled in the camaraderie they found. To them, this life experience was the only way to live. In our humble beginnings, the founders of our various tribes (Class VI, Mountain River Tours and The Rivermen) wanted a different way of life and a way to share our passion for the outdoors with others. We set out to carve a path for adventurous fun-seekers looking for a break from the daily grind. We followed the adventure muse as seperate companies and as partners in this industry, trying to create the greatest whitewater rafting experiences that we could. A few years ago, we felt the winds of change and decided to join forces to redefine the outfitting world and create Adventures On the Gorge, the ultimate outdoor adventure destination.

GRAVITY New River Gorge Zip Lines

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Intro

1-3

All-Inclusive Packages

4-5

Family Itineraries

6-7

Couple Itineraries

Group Itineraries

Great Food

10-11

Lodging

12-13

Rustic Options

14-15

So Much to Do

16-17

The Right Adventure

18-19

Aerial Adventures

20-23

Earth Adventures

24-27

Water Adventures

28-29

Class VI Philosophy

Rivermen Philosophy

The Upper New River

32-33

The Lower New River

34-35

New River

36-37

New River Overnights

38-39

Spring/Summer Gauley

Gauley Season

Gauley River

42-43

Gauley Extreme

44-45

Gauley Multi-Day

46-47

Gauley Overnights

48-49

Hot Deals

50-51

Events

52-53

Rates

54-56

Map

Policies/Group Planning

Partners

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Reach for Adventure

discover yo u r s e l f

TreeTops Canopy Tour™ named in the Top Ten places to zip line on She Knows Living ’s World Tour. O n T h e G o r g e. c o m

Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn’t do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails.

Explore. Dream. Discover. “Celebrating my 80 th birthday on the TreeTops Canopy Tour was fantastic!”

–Mark Twain

Ruth, OH

The world may be mostly water, but the earth, the air and fire also help to define it. So we took our incredible knowledge of river outfitting and focused on other elements. Our water adventures expanded to include kayaking and smallmouth bass fishing. With some of the best rock climbing, hiking and mountain biking in the east, we naturally took to earth adventures. Setting our sights skyward, we developed a number of worldclass aerial adventures including our BridgeWalk, zip line and canopy tours. These unique opportunities allow you to experience nature while challenging your own limits. There is great pride that comes from conquering nature and a fire within that burns a little brighter each time you try something new. Gathering with friends leads to a companionship that is felt even among strangers, fueling the flame and creating incredible bonds. Topped off with warm hospitality, comfortable lodging and delicious food, this camaraderie elevates the typical vacation to a life-changing adventure.

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I n t r o d u c i n g

A l l - I n c l u s i v e

M V P Va c at i o n s We believe one size never, ever fits all, thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve created these allinclusive vacations. Spend 2 hours on the river or several days. Go cave touring, fishing or rock climbing. Swing through the trees on a canopy tour or learn to whitewater kayak. Enjoy rustic lodging or a deluxe vacation cabin. Savor a hearty, home-style meal or award-winning, Appalachian-inspired gourmet cuisine. No hassle, no fuss, maximum convenience. Think of our Maximum Value Packages as an Adventure Cruise for the mountains.

All prices are per person per day.* Type of Lodging

Min Group Size

Additional Night

2 to 3 Days

4 to 5 Days

6+ Days

$10

$169

$159

$149

2 or 4

$20

$179

$169

$159

Sportsman Cabins

$40

$199

$189

$179

Outback Cabins

$70

$229

$219

$209

Cabins on the Gorge

$80

$239

$229

$219

Camping Rustic Cabins

Youths 16 and under SAVE $20 per Youth per day.

*Rates do not include taxes or fees.

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A l l- I n c lu s i v e Ac t i v i t i e s = available activity

Adventure/Activity

Here’s How It Works: Each day you decide the pace and intensity by choosing: 3 or 4 Two Hour activities or 2 Half Day activities or 1 Full Day activity. Choose your breakfast from Buffler’s or Smokey’s.

Trip Rating

Min Age

Canyon Massage One Hour-Add $40

Family

Guided Hiking Tour

Family

Guided Lake Multi-sport*

Family

Flying Squirrel Disc Golf

Family

Mystery Hole Tour

Family

New River Jetboat Tour*

Family

Upper New River

Family

BridgeWalk

Family - Adventure

Guided Fishing Trip*

Family - Adventure

Lost Cavern Caving Tours

Family - Adventure

Horseback Riding

Family - Adventure

Kayak Instruction*

Family - Adventure

Lake Kayaking*

Family - Adventure

Mountain Biking

Family - Adventure

New River Sampler*

Family - Adventure

Rock Climbing

Family - Adventure

Lake Rock Climbing

Family - Adventure

TreeTops Canopy Tour

Family - Adventure

Half Day

Full Day

Add $100

Add $125

Adventure

Family - Adventure

Add $100

Adventure

Add $125

Add $175

Family - Adventure

Ambush Paintball*

Adventure

Double Rapid Run

Adventure

Lower New River

Adventure

New River Rapid Run

Adventure

Spring/Summer Gauley*

Advanced

Adventure-Advanced

Gravity Ziplines UTV Tours 2 or 4 Seaters*

Lunch is provided on all Full Day Trips or is

ATV Tours*

available at Chetty’s for all other Trips.

Team Building

Choose your dinner from any of our three restaurants. Choose your style of lodging from tent camping to a luxury vacation cabin.

Fall Upper or Lower Gauley

Two Hour

Add $50

*If your group doesn’t meet the minimum size for your lodging choice, we will charge you an additional fee to accommodate your choice.

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a Family affair

At Adventures On the Gorge, adventure is always a family affair. We understand that, sometimes, you have to unplug to reconnect. And today, family values—and a solid vacation attitude—mean more than ever. That’s why we offer a world of engaging, reasonably priced activities for all ages that truly bring families together. With so many activities ranging from mild to wild, you can literally bring the entire clan—from the children to the grandparents—and be sure that everyone will be happy and entertained. Kids Camp, available during the summer, is as fun and exciting as it is educational. Rangers on the Gorge and other Friday night hikes are led by National Park Service rangers or naturalists. Even many of our lodging and dining options are designed to bring families closer together.

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The Griswold All-Inclusive Ages 8+ Four Nights Lodging Three Breakfasts, Lunches & Dinners Upper New River Trip ½ Day Rock Climbing New River Jetboat Tour Family Time Challenge Mystery Hole 2 Hour Hike Kids Camp

Sample Vacation #1 Ages 12+ Five Nights Lodging Four Breakfasts, Lunches & Dinners Lower New River Trip

“Where do I begin? The 4 day “Adventure” was more than my family and I ever expected. We’ve been talking about this for a year, and it was the BEST vacation we’ve ever had. Our guide really knows her stuff, we couldn’t have had a better time. Best of all, my son and I were in the front of the raft, on each side. It was just AWESOME.

½ Day Rock Climbing ½ Day Canopy Tour ½ Day Gravity Zip Lines 2 Hour Rappel 2 Hour Paintball

We went rock climbing, and rappelling on Wednesday morn, the guys were GREAT, and the rain made it absolutely beautiful, The zip lines were INCREDIBLE and our guide’s knowledge of the trees and area made that trip one we’ll always remember.

Disc Golf The ribs at Buffler’s, were the BEST. The band was great, food at Smokey’s was top notch, and Jennifer was always there smiling, and made it all good. I could go on for ever, but the real testimony, was how hard it was to come home. My son, Drew, wants to be a guide there, he’s 16 and hooked! Thanks to everyone for the best vacation ever.” Dave D. Batavia, Ohio

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Couple Time Sometimes all you need to really recharge your batteries is a little QT with the one you love. Why not really experience something new with each other? You’ll feel all the excitement that you felt for each other in the beginning. You’ll come away with some amazing memories and maybe even learn a few things about each other while you’re here.

Sample Vacation #2

“We got married at Smokey’s and came back this year to

5 Nights Lodging

celebrate our first anniversary. Without the hectic pace

4 Breakfasts, Lunches, and Dinners

of the wedding this time around, we really got a chance

Lower New River Rafting Trip

to relax and have fun for ourselves. We felt challenged

Canopy Tour & Gravity Zip Line Combo

and encouraged by our guides on the rafting and the

½ Day Rock Climb

rock climbing. The zipline was a truly spiritually uplifting

One Hour Massage

experience. Our cabin with the hot tub was perfect and

½ Day Lake Kayak

my husband even surprised me by ordering the rose

½ Day ATV Tour

petals from you! Thanks for making our first, the second

Two Hour Mountain Bike

best day of my life.” Caryn & Bob, VA

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Group fun

Whether you want a rowdy and rugged escape or all the comforts of home, our campus is a great place to relax, regroup and reunite. Catch up by the campfire. Play in the trees. Burn up some trails. Or just enjoy the view and each other’s company.

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Man-cations Bachelor Parties Girlfriend Getaways Bachelorette Parties Family Reunions

Sample Vacation #3

“Thank you Adventures on the Gorge! We enjoyed our stay overnight as the campground was spacious, clean, and

Three Nights Lodging

comfortable. The West Virginia Wilderness is amazing. On Saturday morning, we enjoyed the breakfast included

Three Breakfasts, Lunches and Dinners

and then took off down the New River. This experience was fantastic! From start to finish your staff did a nice job

Lower New River Rafting Trip

in seeing that we were having fun, being safe, informed, and having an adventure of a lifetime. Our guide offered

Gravity and BridgeWalk Combo

enjoyable stories from the river and his experience. The band and entertainment Saturday night was very good and

½ Day Climb & ½ Day Paintball

The Rendezvous River Lodge was a really neat place! What a great way to spend a weekend visiting with friends who we haven’t seen for a long time!” Rob Stastny Baltimore, MD

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Great Food If you think there’s plenty of Adventure On the Gorge to sink your teeth into, wait until you experience our dining options. When you play hard and test your limits, you really work up an appetite. That’s why we serve up hearty fare with trademark hospitality. Buffler’s BBQ Grill features down-home cooking in a fun, festive environment. Before your adventures, enjoy a hearty buffet breakfast with country classics like sausage gravy and biscuits, cheesy potatoes and southern style eggs. Upon your return to camp, Buffler’s all-you-can-eat buffets include the usual family favorites like our award-winning pork ribs, pulled pork, smoked brisket, potatoes, fresh corn on the cob and homemade cobblers. For another casual dining experience served up with a good time, Chetty’s Pub offers delicious sandwiches, beverages and big screen TVs. When you’re on the go, fill up with an appetizer, delicious crab cakes, sandwiches or any of our eight flavors of wings. For a unique dining experience, our flagship restaurant, Smokey’s on the Gorge, takes culinary adventure to new heights—literally. With views of the New River Gorge, you’ll find that our award-winning gourmet breakfast and dinner buffets are a delightful departure from the usual. Interesting vegetable dishes, sauces, and pastas are prepared fresh as ideal accompaniments to the entrées. The heartbeat of nighttime entertainment, the Rendezvous River Lodge hosts live music every Saturday night and Open Mic Night on Thursdays in season. The Rendezvous is full of family entertainment including big screen tvs, a game room, volleyball courts and cornhole pits. Our newest addition, The Mountaineer Pavilion, offers healthy and nutritious meals to non-profit and youth groups. Each night features a different dinner menu such as Mexican Night, Italian Night or Home-style Night. It’s the perfect option for large groups that want to be seated together.

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Smokeyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s On the Gorge is proud to be one of the Top 10 places nationwide enjoyed most as featured in the book Food Network Best Of The Best Of.

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clean & comfortable

Lodging

A g o o d n i g h t ’ s s l e e p Finding the right accommodations for your vacation is pretty critical, right? At Adventures on the Gorge, you can choose your lodging based on your vacation budget and according to your taste—from the most rugged...to total luxury. We’ve got you covered!

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Deluxe Cabins

Sportsman Cabins

After a day of invigorating

The Sportsman Cabins are

adventure, what could be

equipped with the basics for

more warm and inviting than

someone who wants to be

a soothing hot tub and a

outdoors but sleep in comfort.

luxurious private hideaway in the woods? Our well-

These 16 x 24 ft. cabins are equipped with beds,

appointed Cabins on the Gorge are nestled in the

bed linens, AC, bathroom, and a fridge, all the

woods of our Mill Creek base camp. Fully furnished,

comforts you need after a day in our playground.

a complete kitchen, creature comforts, authentic

Minimum 4 people for package rates.

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materials and a natural setting offer our guests the finest West Virginia lodging experience, perfect for any season. Minimum 4 people for package rates.

Outback Cabins Our mini-deluxe cabins have 2 bedrooms and a loft, open kitchen-living room area and hot tubs. Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re the room with the view as they sit on the rim of Mill Creek Canyon. Linens are provided, as well as satellite TV, picnic table and fire ring with charcoal grill. Minimum 4 people for package rates. May 1-Sept. 6 Lodging Choice

Sept. 7-Oct. 31

Nov. 1-April 30

Location

Unit Capacity

Unit Rate Includes

Additional People

Thurs-Sat

Sun-Wed

Thurs-Sat

Sun-Wed

Fri-Sat

Sun-Thurs

Sportsman Cabins

Mill Creek

$25

$209

$189

$219

$169

n/a

Outback Cabins

Mill Creek

$30

$319

$299

$329

$259

$179

$159

Deluxe Outback Cabins

Mill Creek

$30

$339

$319

$349

$279

$189

$169

2-Bedroom Deluxe

Mill Creek

$30

$399

$379

$409

$319

$189

$169

3-Bedroom Deluxe

Mill Creek

$30

$419

$399

$429

$339

$199

$179

4-Bedroom Deluxe

Mill Creek

$30

$449

$429

$459

$369

$209

$189

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rustic options

Our 35-acre family campground is located at our main campus within walking distance of our restaurants, trip meeting areas and shops. You have access to a campground shower and restroom facility close by as well. The quiet time here is geared toward families and people who would like a more peaceful experience. Quiet Times: Sun-Thurs 11 p.m. Fri-Sat. midnight.

Our 38-acre social campground, Mountain State Outdoor Center, is located Â˝ mile away from our main campus. There is a large shower/restroom facility along with a large recreation field. A shuttle runs to the main campus on Saturday nights, so folks can enjoy the band and not worry about driving. Quiet Time: 1:30 a.m.

Pine Cabins Our quaint indoor-camping cabins are the perfect option for folks who almost want to rough it. They have electricity and AC. The sleeping arrangements and layout vary slightly, accommodating between 4-10 people depending on the cabin. Please bring your own pillow, sleeping bag, and towels. There is a picnic table and fire ring for each. Minimum 4

Sportsman Cabins: The deluxe side of rustic.

people for package rates.

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Country Cabins

Platform Tents

Our cozy Country Cabins sleep

A step up from true camping,

four and measure 12 ft. square

our Platform Tents come

with a 6 ft. covered front porch.

complete with wooden frames

Each cabin has heat and

and floors, metal roof, canvas

electricity, although no AC. Our

sides, and are built on sturdy wooden platforms.

Country Cabins include one double bed and one

Each tent sleeps up to eight in bunk beds and

bunk bed. Just bring your own pillow, sleeping bag,

comes equipped with a fire ring and picnic table,

and towels. There is also a picnic table and fire ring.

but no electricity. Just bring a sleeping bag, pillow,

Minimum 2 people for package rates.

and towel and you’re all set! Minimum 4 people for package rates.

Hemlock bunkhouses

Camping

Do you love to camp, but don’t

If you’re into roughing it, one of

want to bother with a tent or

our two wooded campgrounds

worry about what might wonder

is the ideal place to pitch your

in, in the middle of the night while you lay on the

tent under a starry night sky.

ground? Our roomy 16 x 20 ft. rustic Hemlock cabins,

Whether your group is small or large, we’ll have

complete with bunk beds and electricity, are the answer!

a perfect spot for you complete with picnic table

Just bring your own pillow, sleeping bag, and towels.

and fire pit. Our campsites are primitive and do not

Minimum 4 people for package rates.

include electricity or water.

Please respect your neighbors. We strictly enforce our rules.

Lodging Choice

Location

Unit Capacity

Unit Rate Includes

Rate Per night

Additional People

MSOC

4 to 8

$119

$20

Hemlock Bunkhouses

Mill Creek

$109

$20

Country Cabins

Mill Creek

$59

$20

Platform Tents

MSOC, Mill Creek

$69

$20

Camping

MSOC, Mill Creek

varies

n/a

$15 pp

n/a

Pine Cabins

Please supply your own sleeping bag, pillow and towel for all options on pages 14-15.

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so much to do

At Adventures On the Gorge, the fun doesn’t end when you complete your adventure. We have weekly special programming for all kinds of interests throughout the summer along with a number of “on your own” ways to spend your free time. Each day, you’ll find something extra to do—whether it’s simply our Friday night movie, the Rangers on the Gorge hike, or a scavenger hunt. We’ll provide you with a list of our evening programs upon check-in to the resort. Join us for one of our planned activities or let us guide you to choosing the perfect evening event for your group.

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Children’s Programming

Presentations

Our family realizes it’s important to spend some

Join one of our naturalists or National Park

quality time with your family. That’s why we’ve

Service rangers for a talk on any number of topics

developed a weekly series of kid’s activities to keep

including A Who’s Who of Owls, Coal Mining

you all entertained. Programs are available from

history of the New River, New River Ghost Stories,

Memorial Day to Labor Day.

the Hemlock Wooly Adelgid and more. Crafts

amenities If you’re just looking for something to do for

Make a keepsake for your memory box during one of our crafting endeavors which includes activities

a while on your own, we have lots of ways to

like fabric arts, wood crafts, birdfeeders and other

keep active. Or you can choose to veg out

Appalachian folk arts.

and just find someplace cool to hang. Excursions Mill Creek Hiking Trail Wild Rock Biking Trail New River Gorge Overlooks Game Room Disc Golf Course Children’s Playground

Take a nature hike along Mill Creek. Come to our Stories and S’mores and hear tall tales as you sit around the campfire. Head out to Summersville Lake or Hawks Nest Lake for an evening swim. Visit the New River Gorge Visitor’s Center. Take your turn on the Ricochet. There are all kinds of things to do, and we’ll help you do it!

Sand Volleyball Court Cornhole Pits

Interactive Experiences

Horseshoe Pits

Spend some hands-on time experiencing our

Campfire Circles

area. Make a boat and sail it down Mill Creek,

Yoga Class on Sunday Mornings Rangers on the Gorge Series Guest Laundry

learn about Wilderness Survival, go on a nature scavenger hunt or try your orienteering skills. Some activities and amenities have a nominal fee. Please ask for details.

On-site Massage & Bodywork Studio Secret Side Trips

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T h e rig h t adventure . It’s your vacation, your family, your friends. As a trip organizer it is important that you select a trip appropriate for your group’s age, ability, experience,

fitness level and interest. Participation in whitewater rafting and other outdoor adventure activities involves inherent risks. Because of this risk, we feel the emphasis on trip safety begins with you in the early planning stages of your adventure. Use our Trip Rating System to determine which trip is right for your group. If you’re still not sure, call us and a reservation guide will be happy to help you make the right decision.

Family-Beginner Min. Age 6 to 9+ Intensity: Very Easy Activities Include: Upper New River rafting, Hiking, Family 2 Time Challenge, Rappelling, New River Jetboats

Family-Adventure Min. Age 10 to 11+ Intensity: Easy Activities Include: New River rafting Sampler, Rock3Climbing, Canopy Tour, Team Building, Horseback Riding, Lake Kayaking, Smallmouth Fishing

Adventure Min. Age 12+ Intensity: Moderate Activities Include: Bridge Walk, Zip Lines, 4 Mountain Biking, Paintball, Kayaking, Lower New River rafting

Adventure-Advanced Min. Age 14-15+ Intensity: Difficult Activities Include: Trout Fishing, 5 Middle/Lower Gauley rafting, Full-day adventure activities

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Standard R8 We set our “standard” higher than the rest. Our 15 ft. rafts are custom built with designs we’ve modified over the years to give you the best ride. Typically each boat holds 8 guests. R8

oars on the gorge®

HIGH ADVENTURE R6

This trip is designated for those interested in experiencing the New River Canyon or the Gauley River (both Upper and Lower) with maximum assistance from their 2 guide. You will still need to participate fully to get the “ride” you are looking for, but the professional oarsmen have an edge in pinpointing your raft on the waves and in the holes. Call it “old school,” call it “classic,” call it what you want. But you won’t find this 3 trip any less adventurous than others.

Our 14 ft., six-man boat will keep you moving and surfs like a dream. Try to keep in your seat and move from highside to highside as fast as you can all at the same time. Typically each R6

boat holds 6 guests.

4 TEAM EXTREME R4 Do you prefer a Ferrari to a sedan?

Then this is the boat for you. Our

Advanced Min. Age 15-16+ Intensity: Very Difficult Previous experience recommended Activities Include: ATV, Upper Gauley rafting, Team Extreme rafts Please see specific trips on pages 52-53 for activity minimum age requirements.

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12 ft., four-man raft is fast, smooth and terribly addictive. Groups of 4 per boat only. R4

aerial adventures

â&#x20AC;&#x153;10 great places to zip with a thrillâ&#x20AC;? USA Today 20

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“Best Southern Adventures” Southern Living

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TreeTops Canopy Tour is the first mile-long, sustainable, guided canopy tour in West Virginia. You’ll move from tree to tree via a network of platforms and sky bridges, allowing you to quietly observe native wildlife and natural flora in this unique

environment. Fast moving zip lines take you soaring through our vertical Eden for a thrilling ride over rugged terrain in Mill Creek Canyon. We focused on keeping nature unscathed and use West Virginia’s natural beauty and complexity to create a unique and thrilling tour for everyone. Soar through 10 zip lines and cross 5 sky bridges as

you take to the air!

Trip Only

Rating

Minimum Age

Canopy Tour

Family-Adventure

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Length

Rate

Tues-Thurs

3 to 3.5 hours

$109

Save $10

aerial adventures

N e W ! 3 Our newest adventure is a longer, higher, faster zip line course. This open-air zip line

soars a jaw-dropping 200 feet above the ground at its highest point, taking riders on a nearly 1.5 mile long tour that zigzags

across the ridgeline of a mountain bowl and offers amazing bird’s-eye views. You’ll start from a platform on one of the highest points above the valley launching into two warm-up zips, each about 500 feet long. Then, the real action kicks-in with heartstopping zips of 1800, 1600 and 1300 feet over the bowl of the mountain. The final zip, the Adrenaline, spans an incredible 3050 feet, one of the longest in the US! You’ll reach heights of about 200 feet above the ground and speeds up to 45-50 miles per hour.

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A catwalk tour on the New River Gorge Bridge is something youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll never forget. Check out the underbelly

3 of the beast on a 24-inch wide walkway, or catwalk, complete with a sophisticated harness system to keep 3 you safe. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll learn about the bridge, the gorge and everything in between. Whether you are drawn to the amazing views of the natural wonders of the New River Gorge, or the engineering feat of the Bridge itself, the

4 reasons and a walk on the Bridge is an experience of a lifetime. Bridge is special to everyone for different

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WV Skydiving

Your skydiving adventure will be an experience that 5 you will cherish for a lifetime. We will guide you through each phase of preparation, helping you to select your first skydive and provide you with expert training. So go skydiving West Virginia!

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Trip Only

Rating

Minimum Age

Length

Rate

Tues-Thurs

Gravity

Adventure

2.5 hours

$109

Save $10

Gravity/TreeTops Combo

Adventure

5.5-6 hours

$169

Save $20

Family-Adventure

3 to 3.5 hours

$69

n/a

Advanced

1.5 hours

$239

n/a

BridgeWalk WV Skydiving

earth adventures

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Rock Climbing

Lake Rock Climbing

Rock climbing and rappelling are some of the

This trip is offered as a ½ day or full day trip for

most popular activities here. The New River Gorge

guests with a good thirst for adventure. You’ll

area offers some of the best rock 2 climbing in

cruise to different locations aboard our2pontoon

the eastern United States. You don’t need to be

boat. Once you reach each destination, you’ll clip

in excellent shape to enjoy climbing. Our AMGA

in and climb on! Rock climbing in West Virginia

certified guides can lead your 2-hour, 3 ½ day and

doesn’t get much better than this! Beginner, 3

full day climbs, geared for fun and recreation.

intermediate and advanced climbers will find

enough challenges to keep entertained and plenty

Mountain Biking

1 of fun to make this day memorable.

From beginner to expert, our mountain bike tours offer a range of experiences for all skill

ambush paintball

levels. Our tours are customized to your individual 3

Our newly constructed four acre course offers

needs. Beginners can soak up the sights, sounds

two battlefields. The woodland paintball field is

and serenity of the New River Gorge on a scenic

perfect for groups of 8 to 20. The smaller 3 spool

introductory tour. Experienced riders can test4their

course doubles as a speedball field and strategic

skills on some of the most challenging single track in

teambuilding course for your paintball pleasure!

the Appalachians during one of our advanced clinics.

Our referees will teach you how to play WV4

paintball the Hatfield and McCoys way.

Trip Only

Rating

Minimum Age

Meals

Full Day

Half Day

Climbing

Family-Adventure

Lunch on Full Day

$119

$79

Mountain Biking

Family-Adventure

Lunch on Full Day

$119

$79

Adventure

n/a

$79

Family

Lunch on Full Day

$159

n/a

Paintball Lake Rock Climbing

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earth adventures

ATV Tours

Spanning nearly 8,000 acres of lush Southern West Virginia forest, Burning Rock Off-Road Park offers 100 miles of total trails.Each trail is uniquely different offering something for every skill level. From single track to double track and beyond, the park truly has a variety of terrain for your riding pleasure.

Interpretive Hiking

Take in panoramic West Virginia mountain views, catch a glimpse of local wildlife or refresh yourself in a cool valley stream. Whatever your 2 experience level, you will be struck by the breathtaking beauty of the area and our rich, cultural heritage.

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Horseback Riding

Tap into your inner cowboy as our guides lead you on trail rides that are sure to leave you with yarns to spin around the campfire. Whether 3 you are a beginner or seasoned horseback rider, the spectacular scenery in and around the Gorge will be enhanced if seen by saddle on a fun, friendly, 4 relaxing ride..

Family Time Challenge 1

We will engage your individual family in three hours of playful non-competitive activities, problem solving and communication challenges, and 2a variety of nature-based activities. Our goal is for

“The Family Time Challenge really was great. It made the whole vacation seem more purposeful, as we spent some time learning how we interact.

your family to laugh together, face and succeed at challenges together, all while having a rewarding

time outdoors.

The whole trip with the rafting, rock climbing and horseback riding seemed more like play time for our whole family. This was really a vacation that wasn’t just time together, but time spent learning how to be better teammates for life.

Thanks so much. ”

Trip Only

Rating

Minimum Age

Meals

Full Day

Half Day

ATV Tours

Adventure

Lunch

$219

$189

Family

Lunch on Full Day

n/a

$79

Family-Adventure

Lunch on Full Day

$129

$79

Family

n/a

$79

Hiking Horseback Riding Family Time Challenge

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Dave L. Indianapolis, IN

water adventures

Rolling Waters

Our kayak school can provide exactly what you’re looking from basic to advanced skills because we cater each class to fit your needs. Our 3 certified instructiors use the newest techniques and equpment to keep you right where you need to be on the learning curve. West Virginia 4 rivers are warm and deep. Our instructors adopt a personalized and friendly approach, making learning both fun and easy.

Lake kayaking 1 Summersville Lake is one of the largest lakes in the East. With over 2800 acres of lake to explore, you’ll use our pontoon boat as2home base while you kayak to remote coves. You’ll learn the basics of sea kayaking with our sit-on-tops and be off on your own adventures.

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mountain state anglers fishing

The New River Gorge is well known as one of the best smallmouth fisheries in the East. These full day or half

3 fishing on the day trips cover 5 to 12 miles of the best New River. Depending upon water level, these trips will expose you to a wide variety of fishing situations. Join our guides for a day on the water and let 4 them provide you with a first class river trip. Our staff will do all the hard work; you just need to reel â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;em in! Spin fishing and fly-fishing for small mouth bass are both5options on this trip.

Trip Only

Rating

Minimum Age

Meals

Full Day

Half Day

Float Fishing*

Family-Adventure

Lunch

$400

$295

Lake Kayaking

Family-Adventure

Lunch on Full Day

$159

$109

Rolling Waters

Family-Adventure

Lunch on Full Day

$169

n/a

*Prices are per boat of 2 anglers

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W i l d l y

C i v i l i z e d

Adventure At Adventures On the Gorge we pride ourselves in offering world-class adventures, but we also realize people

Remember the legendary stories of exploration

have different ideas on what that really means. In keeping with our “one size never fits all,” philosophy, our

you learned about in history class? Just like the

river trips have a slightly different style and flavor, but still offer the same thrill of America’s Best Whitewater.

explorers of old, Rivermen Whitewater was born from the same wild desire to explore and discover that has inspired expeditions throughout history. For us, whitewater rafting has always been about more than just having fun. It is about capturing the spirit of adventure that only comes from challenging a river and sharing it with others. We want you to feel the anticipation of challenging the unknown and the thrill of achievement once you conquer it. Our distinct philosophy of river running balances high performance rafting with an even higher level of guest participation and instruction. We don’t just want you to go rafting, we want you to take life by the horns and ride the bull! You’ll take pride in becoming a “Riverman.” When you return home, we hope you continue the legacy of telling tall tales of river running heroics. You’ll remember friendly guides, newly formed friendships and, above all else,

Rowdy & Rustic

a sense of belonging.

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Experience. Safety. Quality. Since the early days of the industry, Class VI-Mountain River has provided guests with a world-class adventure experience. We have been the premier whitewater rafting outfitter in West Virginia for nearly four decades. FOUR DECADES! No one has more experience than our staff. Their knowledge of the Mountain State’s rough terrain rivals that of even the pioneers. As seasoned professionals, our guides will not

Relaxing & Refined

only customize your river experience, but also serve as personal historians in the journey ahead. You’ll notice our attention to detail as

Rivermen Trips

Class VI-Mountain River Trips

Lower New River

Upper New River

equipment, including custom designed Avon

New River Rapid Run

New River Sampler

rafts that strike the perfect balance between

Spring/Summer Gauley

Upper New Ghost Tour

Lower Gauley

All Rafting Overnights

Upper Gauley Express

Lower New Sunset Dinner Trip

Upper/Middle Gauley

Lower Gauley

Double Upper Gauley

Upper Gauley Express

soon as you arrive at our beautiful campus perched on the rim of the New River Gorge. We take great pride in both our facilities and

comfort and stability. At Class VI-Mountain River, we offer a family friendly atmosphere where the young and young at heart can experience the ultimate adventure… in style!

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You choose experience and style that appeal to your sense of adventure. Whether you choose “wild” or “civilized,” the adventure of a lifetime starts here.

Upper/Middle Gauley Gauley River Marathon

the Upper New

The Upper New trip travels through exceptionally scenic canyons on relatively calm water with rapids that are mild in nature, so the whole family can enjoy it. There are lots of places to romp and play or simply

Upper New River Package Complete Package Includes:

kick back and enjoy the breathtaking scenery of the gorge. It’s the perfect place to instill self-confidence,

• Upper New River Trip

share a little laughter and literally test the waters of new experiences. We spice up this trip for added fun

• Riverside Deli Lunch

by running duckies on every trip. These inflatable kayaks can be navigated by one or two people and are

• Two Nights Lodging

popular with families. But never fear! Rafts are always available for those who like paddling in numbers.

• One Hot Breakfast & One Dinner Buffet

The idea is to make your trip fun for all no matter what age or ability level.

Starting at

$154*

per person

*does not include taxes or fees

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McCreery

NEW RIVER

New River Sampler

Upper New Ghost Tours

Try this trip on for size if you aren’t sure you’re

Learn about the vast history surrounding the New

ready to bite off the whole thing. You’ll3raft 2 to 3

River Gorge through our Upper New Ghost Tour.

rapids (depending on water level), leap from Jump

You will hike through the legendary railroad town

Rock and see the spectacular New River Gorge

of Thurmond while learning about the coal and rail

Bridge all in a few short hours. Perfect for families

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McCreery White House Dowdy Creek

Ledges

road life that was here more than 50 years ago.3

or travelers that arrive in the afternoon and want a 5

taste of rafting.

As you continue downstream, you will see rock

Silo

carvings, kettle bottoms, the sites of several

Stone Cliff

abandoned coal towns that still stand in ruins

today and hear tall tales about how immigrants ended up owing their soul to the company store.

Rudy’s

Jump Rock

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Cartwheel Surprise Big Baloney MILE 44 Access Sites

Cunard

Pin Ball Upper Railroad Lower Railroad Swimmers Lost Lunch Ender Waves Piece of Cake Hip Kick

Other points along the river indicate whitewater rapids.

Upper Keeneys Lower Keeneys

Trip Only

Rating

Minimum Age

Upper New River

Family

New River Sampler Upper New Ghost Tour

Meals

Length

Rate

Sun-Fri

Lunch

4 to 6 hours

$129*

Save $25

Family

n/a

2 to 2.5 hours

$59

Family

Lunch

5 to 6 hours

$129*

*Kids 16 & under are 50% off standard rate.

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Check In

Only available Sun-Fri

Dudley’s Dip

Middle Keeneys Double Z Hook 99

Greyhound Upper Kaymoor Lower Kaymoor Miller’s Folly

Fayette Station

Thread The Needle Fayette Station

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NEW RIVER GORGE BRIDGE Jump Rock II MILE 52

Flea Flicker

Teay’s Landing

Ol’ Nasty

the Lower New

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the Lower New

The Lower New offers the best of both worlds. You’ll crash through giant waves and attack monstrous holes and still be able to lazily float through calm sections of breathtaking scenery in or out of the boat. 4

No wonder it’s one of the most popular river trips in the country! 5

Lower New River Package Complete Package Includes:

• Lower New River Trip • Two Nights Lodging • Riverside Deli Lunch

Starting at

• One Hot Breakfast

$154*

• One Dinner Buffet

per person

*does not include taxes or fees

Splash and Dash Package Complete Package Includes:

• • • • • •

Lower New River Trip 1/2 Day Canopy Tour Three Nights Lodging Two Lunches Two Hot Breakfasts Two Dinners

Starting at

$294*

per person

*does not include taxes or fees

Upper/Lower 2-Day Package Complete Package Includes:

• • • • • •

Most popular Tr i p

Upper New Day 1 Lower New Day 2 Two Nights Lodging Two Riverside Deli Lunches Two Hot Breakfasts One Dinner Buffet

Starting at

$244*

per person

*does not include taxes or fees

Trip Only

Rating

Minimum Age

Lower New River

Adventure

Upper/Lower 2-Day

Adventure

Check In Day 1

, Day 2 both

Meals

Length

Rate

Sun-Fri

Lunch

4 to 6 hours

$139

Save $25

Lunch

4 to 6 hours

$209

Save $25

Check on page 54 for youth discounts.

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New River

O n T h e G o r g e. c o m

New River rapid run

Rapid Run Package

Pack all of the intensity and excitement of the

Complete Package Includes:

Lower New full day into a shorter half-day trip 4 on

• ½ Day New River Rapid Run

the New River Rapid Run, available morning and

• Two Nights Lodging

afternoon. If more action is what you want, go for a

• One Hot Breakfast

• Riverside Deli Lunch

• One Dinner Buffet

Double Rapid Run or round out your experience by

Starting at

$124*

per person

*does not include taxes or fees

combining this trip with an adventure activity like rock climbing, TreeTops Canopy Tour or Gravity Zip

Double Rapid Run Package

Line. It’s like packing a full vacation into one day!

Complete Package Includes:

• Double Rapid Run 1-Day • Two Nights Lodging • Riverside Deli Lunch

• One Hot Breakfast • One Dinner Buffet

Starting at

$174*

per person

*does not include taxes or fees

Sunset Dinner trip

Rapid Run & Zip Package

The Sunset Dinner Trip offers a more relaxing and less crowded option for travelers who want 4 to get started later and avoid the river crowds. You’ll start with lunch at Chetty’s Pub and end with dinner 5

at Smokey’s On the Gorge. This 11-mile trip runs at a more leisurely pace to give you a full-day

Complete Package Includes:

• • • • • •

New River Rapid Run ½ Day Canopy Tour or ½ Day Gravity Two Nights Lodging One Breakfast One Lunch One Dinner

$229*

Rating

Minimum Age

Rapid Run

Adventure

Double Rapid Run Sunset Dinner Trip

Check In

per person

*does not include taxes or fees

experience during prime time!

Trip Only

Starting at

Meals

Length

Rate

Sun-Fri

n/a

3 to 3.5 hours

$109

Save $25

Adventure

Lunch

6 hours

$159

Save $25

Adventure

Lunch & Dinner

5 to 6 hours

$159

Save $25

Check on page 54 for youth discounts.

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New River Overnights

O n T h e G o r g e. c o m

New River Overnights

1 & 3

Have you always wanted to camp with your kids, but then had nightmares about the weather, the food, the logistics the equipment? You can experience a fantastic family adventure by day and the magic of camping by the river by night and our guides will show you how to do it in comfort and style. Our 2 and 3 day New River Overnights include just about everything you need.

New River Overnights Complete Package Includes:

• Two Days of Rafting • One Night of Riverside Camping • Two Breakfasts • Two Lunches • One Dinner

Starting at

$299*

per person

*does not include taxes or fees

Trip Only

Rating

Minimum Age

Upper New 2-Day

Family

Upper New 3-Day

Check In

Meals

Length

Rate

Sun-Fri

2 B, 2 L, 1 D

2 Days

$299

Save $35

Family

3 B, 3 L, 2 D

3 Days

$399

Save $35

Lower New 2-Day

Adventure

2 B, 2 L, 1 D

2 Days

$319

Save $35

Lower New 3-Day

Adventure

3 B, 3 L, 2 D

3 Days

$419

Save $35

*We do provide tents and sleeping pads on the New River Overnights, but please bring your own sleeping bag and pillow. Check on page 54 for youth discounts.

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Spring/Summer Gauley 2

You’re in for a special treat on this trip because we’re one

of the few outfitters offering rafting on the Gauley River during the Spring and Summer seasons. Our staff loves

these Gauley River trips because of their ever-changing spontaneous nature. We never really know, until the morning of our rafting trip, what water level is in store for us that day based on the extent of the dam release. The level could be almost anything, but there are some typical trends during these seasons, like duckies in the summer. We will always choose the most fun combination of boat sizes and river section to give you a unique Gauley rafting experience.

Spring/Summer Gauley 1-Day Complete Package Includes:

• Spring/Summer Gauley • Two Nights Lodging • One Hot Breakfast • One Riverside Lunch • One Dinner Buffet

Starting at

$174*

per person

*does not include taxes or fees

Dueling Rivers Package Complete Package Includes:

• Lower New River Day 1 • Summer Gauley Day 2 • Two Nights Lodging • Two Hot Breakfasts • Two Riverside Lunches • One Dinner Buffet

Starting at

$244*

per person

*does not include taxes or fees

Trip Only

Rating

Minimum Age

Spring/Summer Gauley

Advanced

Dueling Rivers

Advanced

Check In Day 1 both, Day 2

Meals

Length

Rate

Sun-Fri

Lunch

4 to 6 hours

$159

Save $25

Lunch

2 Days

$219

Save $25

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Summersville Dam Entrance Initiation

gauley season

Collison Creek

MILE 0 Insignificant

Fall in love!

Thump. Thump. Thump. You look ahead and see a 10 ft. high wave crashing right towards you. You close your eyes

GAULEY RIVER

in front of you. Your heart beats in your head. Thump. Thump. Instinctively you move to the left as fast as you can, just in time to tap Pillow Rock with your paddle. You’ve read the t-shirt—now you know what getting high on the Pillow is all about—and it lasts for days.

Iron Curtain Pillow Rock

Scale Fountain Rock Hungry Mother Hole Meadow View Dick’s Desertion Conestoga Rock

and dig forward with your paddle, searching for the back of that monster wave, barely holding yourself in place. The boat pitches hard to the right and you feel it riding high on edge. You open your eyes just in time to see the rock right

Access Sites Other points along the river indicate whitewater rapids.

does that to you. But why stop there? Fall is an amazing time to get out and play! Combine your rafting trip with other activities for a multi-sport adventure vacation that totally grabs your attention. You can horseback ride through blazing fall

Lost Paddle Shipwreck

Iron Ring Keegan’s Falls Fingernail

Suckers Right I

There are few things that truly activate your senses and awaken your inner adventurer. The Gauley River experience

Bud’s Boner

Sweet’s Falls

Suckers right II

Mason’s Branch Swimmers Gillespie’s Hole Jump Rock

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colors or rip it up on a mountain bike. Get shaky-kneed on BridgeWalk or zip on the canopy tour. Whatever adventuring Chicken Enders

you choose to do each day, great food and a comfortable place to lay your head at night are never far behind.

Koontz Flume

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Backender

Koontz Bend

Ender Waves Koontz Bend

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Rock Garden

Junkyard

Curler Waves Heaven Help You

Canyon Doors

2011 Fall Gauley Release Dates

Wood’s Ferry

Rocky Top

Upper M.A.S.H.

Lower Stairsteps

Lower M.A.S.H. Diagonal Ledges

September September

Saturday

Sunday

Monday

September

Sept/October

October

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Friday

15 Bridge Day

Picture Rock Upper Stairsteps

Roller Coaster Roostertail

Cliffside

Pure Screaming Hell Rattlesnake Swimmers Peel-Out Kevin’s Folly

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Swiss

Gauley River

Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Best Whitewater

O n T h e G o r g e. c o m

3 1 4 2

upper gauley express

Lower Gauley Package

Dropping over 335 feet in less than 9 miles, 3

Complete Package Includes:

the Upper Gauley is the essence of big water

• Lower Gauley

excitement creating an intense experience not

• One Hot Breakfast

• Two Nights Lodging

• One Riverside Lunch

recommended for the faint-of-heart or first-timers.

• One Dinner Buffet

Saturday rate starting at

$219*

per person

Upper/middle gauley

*does not include taxes or fees

Combine the thrill of the Upper Gauley with 2.5

Upper Gauley Package

more miles of whitewater and scenic wilderness

Complete Package Includes:

for a total of 65 rapids in all, and you’ve got the 2

• Upper Gauley Express

Upper/Middle Gauley.

• Two Nights Lodging • One Hot Breakfast • One Riverside Lunch • One Dinner Buffet

Saturday rate starting at

$229*

per person

*does not include taxes or fees

Lower gauley

Upper/Middle Gauley Package

Excitement is never in short supply on this 17-mile journey! With over

Complete Package Includes:

• Upper/Middle Gauley

70 rapids, this trip is filled with

• Two Nights Lodging

breathtaking canyon scenery,

• One Hot Breakfast

rollercoaster wave trains and powerful

• One Dinner Buffet

• One Riverside Lunch

hydraulics.

Saturday rate starting at

$229*

per person

*does not include taxes or fees

Discounts available by rafting Friday, Sunday or Monday.

Trip Only

Rating

Minimum Age

Lower Gauley

AdventureAdvanced

Upper Gauley Express Upper/Middle Gauley

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Check In

Meals

Length

Rate

Sun/Fri

Mon

Lunch

6 hours

$179

Save $25

Save $50

Advanced

Lunch

3.5 hours

$189

Save $25

Save $50

Advanced

Lunch

5 hours

$189

Save $25

Save $50

gauley extreme

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“Whether it’s the adrenaline rush of 2 Gauley River marathon

facing an eight-foot wall of water, the

For a test of endurance, try this 27-mile venture

awesome display of nature’s power

through booming Class V rapids, huge rollercoaster

or just the gorgeous scenery of one

waves and some incredible scenery. Make sure

of the most picturesque places in

you bring it for this Ironman Classic.

the world, when you’re on that raft,

you forget about every single worry

Double Upper

or concern you’ve ever had.”

Not for the faint-of-heart, the Double Upper includes two runs down the world-famous

Brad, New York

Class V Upper Gauley section in one day. It’s the epitome of big water excitement.

Best Lunch On the River Gauley Marathon 1-Day

Double Upper Gauley 1-Day

Complete Package Includes:

• Gauley River Marathon

• Double Upper Gauley

• Two Nights Lodging

• One Hot Breakfast • One Riverside Lunch • One Dinner Buffet

Saturday rate starting at

• One Hot Breakfast

Saturday rate starting at

• One Riverside Lunch

$299*

per person

$319*

• One Dinner Buffet

per person

*does not include taxes or fees

Discounts available by rafting Friday, Sunday or Monday.

Trip Only

Rating

Minimum Age

Gauley Marathon

Advanced +

Double Upper Gauley

Advanced +

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Check In

Meals

Length

Rate

Sun/Fri

Mon

Lunch

7 hours

$259

Save $50

Save 50%

Lunch

7 hours

$279

Save $50

Save 50%

gauley multi-day

O n T h e G o r g e. c o m

Gauley Reverse 2-Day

If you’re a little new to rafting or really want to see what the Gauley River is all about, this pack1

age is perfect. Check out the rockin’ scenery on the Lower Gauley as you play your way through incredible roller coaster waves and giant2 holes. After this you’ll know what Pavlov’s dogs feel like as your tongue drips for more. The bell rings the 3

next morning as you wake for the Ultimate in whitewater—the Upper Gauley Express! 4

upper/middle & upper 2-Day

Want to be amused and abused? Tackle the intense Upper/Middle Gauley on day one and go back for more of the Class V action on the Upper Gauley Express on the second day. You’ll giggle like a school girl and feel the burn in muscles you never knew you had—all at the same time!

Upper/Middle & Upper 2-Day

Gauley Reverse 2-Day Complete Package Includes:

Complete Package Includes:

• • • • • •

Lower Gauley Day 1 Upper Express Day 2 Two Nights Lodging Two Hot Breakfasts Two Riverside Lunches One Dinner Buffet

Saturday rate starting at

$329*

per person

Upper/Middle Day 1 Upper Express Day 2 Two Nights Lodging Two Hot Breakfasts Two Riverside Lunches One Dinner Buffet

Saturday rate starting at

$339*

per person

*does not include taxes or fees

Discounts available by rafting Friday, Sunday or Monday.

Trip Only

Rating

Minimum Age

Gauley Reverse

Advanced

Upper/Middle & Upper

Advanced

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Check In

Meals

Length

Rate

Fri-Sat

Sun-Mon

Lunch

2 Days

$279

Save $25

Save $50

Lunch

2 Days

$289

Save $25

Save $50

gauley overnights

Our premiere Gauley Overnighters offer Adventures on the Gorge guests exclusive access to: • Riverfront beaches • Spacious, flat tent sites • Large pavilion and kitchen • Fire Pit • Portable restrooms Imagine conquering Class V rapids that have you up to your eyeballs in excitement and chasing it

• Private, hot showers

with a gourmet dinner, hot tubs and a campfire at our riverside campsite. Wake up the next morning

• Two 10-person hot tubs

to the smell of bacon (mmm…bacon) and coffee, just in time to throw yourself into more challenging

• Gourmet Meals

whitewater on the Lower Gauley.

• Scenic beauty, camaraderie and relaxation

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Luxury Wilderness experience!

Double Upper Gauley Overnight

Gauley River Overnight Complete Package Includes:

Complete Package Includes:

• • • • •

Two Days of Rafting One Night Riverside Camping One Breakfast Two Lunches One Dinner

Starting at

$299*

Two Days of Rafting One Night Riverside Camping One Breakfast Two Lunches One Dinner

Starting at

*does not include taxes or fees

Trip Only

Rating

Minimum Age

Gauley River Overnight

World

Double Upper Overnight

World

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$329*

per person

Check In

Meals

Length

Rate

Fri-Sat

Sun-Mon

1 B, 2 L, 1 D

2 Days

$349

Save $25

Save $50

1 B, 2 L, 1 D

2 Days

$379

Save $25

Save $50

hot deals

Mother’s Day

Memorial Day

May 8 Moms raft for FREE on the Upper or Lower New River with at least one family member paying regular price

May 30 Buy one at regular price and the second person rafts for free on the Upper or Lower New River

Moms Go FREE

2 for 1

10% of all dinner sales on May 8 go to Susan G. Komen foundation

Two for Tuesday

June, July & August Buy one at regular price and the second person rafts for free any Tuesday June - August on the Upper or Lower New River

2011 Riverfest Package

Father’s Day

June 19 Dads raft for FREE on the Upper or Lower New River with at least one family member paying regular price

2 for 1

Dads Go FREE

Rafting on the Lower New River Two Nights Camping 1 Breakfast Buffet, 1 Riverside Deli Style Lunch, & 1 Hearty Dinner Buffet Music & Party at Rendezvous Lodge on Saturday Nights April 1-24

April 25-May 15

May 16-June 5*

Aug. 19-Sept. 1*

Sept. 2-5*

$109

$129

$149

$129

West Virginia Day June 20

$20 off any in-house full day or half day

Add a second day of Rafting on the Gauley River and an additional Breakfast on Day 2

Add $69*

Lodging Upgrades per person

Platform Tents $15 Rustic Cabins $35 Sportsman Cabins $65 Outback Cabins $125 Deluxe Cabins $145

The Double Your Fun

UPGRADE Make your full day trip a Double Rapid Run

Add $30

July 4 Buy one at regular price and the second person rafts for free on the Upper or Lower New River

2 for 1

*$10 upgrade for Smokey’s meals

Dueling Rivers UPGRADE

Independence Day

Raft for the Cure August 20

1 day rafting trip on the New River

Upper New: $119 adult $59 youth Lower New: $119 adult $119 youth Half of each trip booked goes to Susan G. Komen foundation

O n T h e G o r g e. c o m

Bridge Day Package 1 October 15-16, 2011

Raft the Lower New on Saturday Pick: Lower or Upper Gauley on Sunday 2 nights camping, 2 breakfasts Riverside deli-lunch both days 1 Hearty Dinner Buffet Includes live music Saturday night

$229

Double Upper

Any Friday Sept. 9 - Oct. 10 Raft the Upper Gauley Twice Lunch at Summersville Dam Two Nights Camping 1 Breakfast & 1 Dinner

$235

Gauley Reverse 2-Day

Any Sunday/Monday Sept. 9 - Oct. 10 Middle/Lower Gauley on Sun Upper Gauley on Mon Two Nights Camping 2 Breakfasts & 1 Dinner

$219

Bridge Day Package 2 October 15, 2011

Raft the Lower New on Saturday 2 nights camping, 1 breakfast Riverside deli-lunch both days 1 Hearty Dinner Buffet Includes live music Saturday night

$159

Bridge Day Package 3 October 16, 2011

Manic Mondays Doubles & Marathons Sept. 9 - Oct. 10

Buy one Double Upper Gauley or Marathon raft trip and the second person rafts for free.

October

End of Season Savings

Save $25

October Gauley Weekends (Oct. 1-10) or Lower New (Oct. 1-29)

Pick: Lower or Upper Gauley 2 nights camping, 1 breakfast Riverside deli-lunch 1 Hearty Dinner Buffet Includes live music Saturday night

$169

2 for 1 Offers on these pages are unable to be combined with any other specials, discounts or group rates.

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events

Memories for a Lifetime May 27-29 Zoom. Contrast. JPEG. TIFF. The art of photography can be overwhelming. That’s why AOTG is offering enthusiasts a special weekend to learn all about it. After all, the New River Gorge area has PLENTY of gorgeous scenery just waiting to be captured. Enjoy great meals, comfortable lodging and the thrill of experiencing an outdoor adventure activity! Best image wins placement in our 2012 adventure catalog!

Vines & Vodka June 18 Join us for a ‘spirited’ weekend celebrating Napa Valley wines and West Virginia’s small batch, premium spirits! During Saturday afternoon, enjoy seminars from our guest connoisseurs Tag Galyean and Mark Rotellini on: distilling Vodka; wine characteristics; drink recipes; and wine pairings. Later in the evening, apply what you have learned with dinner at Smokey’s!

Fourth of July Weekend July 3-4 What an all-American way to celebrate our nation’s birthday! On Saturday the 2nd we will be hosting a cookout with live entertainment. On Sunday, we’ll provide the cotton candy, plenty of entertainment in the evening for the entire family!

AOTG Reunion & Olympics June 11 Be a part of the tradition at our Reunion and Rafting Olympics Weekend! On Saturday evening, enjoy the show as you watch teams of four compete in several “raft” style Olympic Games. There will be a prize for first place, as well as, MVP and Crowd Favorite! And don’t think we forgot about the kiddies. We will be hosting an Olympic competition just for them on Saturday afternoon! Following the games, join us at Buffler’s and Rendezvous for an old fashion pig roast and live entertainment by the Mike Perkins band.

Yoga Retreat June 24-26 Are you in need of a weekend where you can relax from the build up of stress? If so, join us for a weekend intended to revitalize your mind, body, and spirit. During the day, energize your mind and body with classes in yoga and meditation followed by a Canopy Tour to invigorate your spirit. In the evenings, enjoy a bonfire mixer on Friday and a live band on Saturday.

Family Adventure Competition July 9-10 This is a weekend designed for family fun. During the Family Adventure weekend you and your family will be able to create crafts, bond over s’mores, and work together to win the family scavenger hunt competition! Whether it’s an extended family reunion or the families on your block, this weekend will prove that a little QT goes a long way.

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Up In Smoke BBQ Festival July 16 Are you a fan of anything barbequed? Do you love to grill? If so, join us for the Up in Smoke BBQ Festival. Pitmaster Chris Shuff will be offering demonstrations on how to create custom rubs and sauces, as well as, the different approaches to cooking meat. End the afternoon by creating your own custom rub and enjoying a BBQ dinner at Buffler’s!

Family Survival Skills Weekend August 6 Are you a fan of Bear Grylls? Have you ever wanted to learn how to survive in the wild like he does? Then join us for Family Survival Weekend! During the day we will teach you the basics of wilderness survival including: how to build a shelter, cook on a fire, and tie knots. Each night we will end with a portion of the book Hatchet by Gary Paulsen being read around the campfire YOUR family helped to create!

Raft for the Cure August 20 Do you know someone who has been affected by breast cancer? Are you a survivor of the disease? Then join us on Saturday, August 20 to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer research. Enjoy a day of rafting, food, and camaraderie with a portion of the funds going to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure foundation.

Parrothead Party August 26-28 Do you love grooving to the sweet tunes of Jimmy Buffet? Do tiki torches, parrots, and “frozen concoctions in a blender” make you wish you were in the islands with your toes down in the sand? Then join us for our very own Parrothead Weekend! We will be hosting a themed “Cheeseburger in Paradise” dinner on Saturday followed by live music and prizes for those who best represent what it means to be a Parrothead!

Fire On the Gorge October 1 Got a great secret family recipe that you think will beat the rest of the batch? Bring on the heat! Our 7th annual “un-official chili cook-off” showcases amateur chili masters from all over in a contest that makes everyone a winner! Yummmm! This year, we’re adding a new twist, for those who can’t take the “meat,” with a verde and salsa competition. With live music, good food and guaranteed great time, you can’t miss this weekend.

Motorcycle Rally September 2-4 Summer is one of the most beautiful times of year to take a ride. Why not take a weekend trip to one of the most scenic areas in West Virginia? Join us for our Motorcycle Rally weekend! We will be offering live entertainment, great food, and scenic views that will be sure to appease everyone from the avid rider to the weekend warrior. Event details can be found under calendar of events on our website.

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2 0 1 1 R afting R ates New River Trips

Rating

Lunch

Age

Hours

Location

Price

Sun to Fri

Youth

Lower New River

Adventure

Yes

5-6

Mill Creek

$139

Save $25

Save $10

New River Rapid Run

Adventure

3.5

Mill Creek

$109

Save $25

Save $10

Double New River

Adventure

Yes

Mill Creek

$159

Save $25

Save $10

Spring/Summer Gauley

Advanced

Yes

4-6

Mill Creek

$159

Save $25

N/A

Sunset Lower New

Save $10

Adventure

Yes & Dinner

5-6

Canyon Rim

$159

Save $25

Family New River Trips

Rating

Lunch

Age

Hours

Location

Price

Sun to Fri

Youth

Upper New River

Family

Yes

4-6

Canyon Rim

$129

Save $25

Save 50%

Upper New Ghost Tours

Family

Yes

4-6

Canyon Rim

$129

Sun-Fri only

Save 50%

Two Hour Family Sampler

Family

2-2.5

Canyon Rim

$59

Sun-Fri only

Save $10

New River Multi-Day River Trips

Rating

Lunch

Age

Hours

Location

Price

Sun to Fri

Youth

Upper & Lower New Two Day

Adventure

Yes

2 Days

Day 1 CR/ Day 2 MC

$209

Save $25

Dueling Rivers Two Day

Advanced

Yes

2 Days

Mill Creek

$219

Save $25

N/A

Upper New Overnight Two Day

Family

2 B/ 2 L/ 1 D

2 Days

Canyon Rim

$299

N/A

Save $35

Upper New Overnight Three Day

Family

3 B/ 3 L/ 2 D

3 Days

Canyon Rim

$399

N/A

Save $35

Lower New Overnight Two Day

Adventure

2 B/ 2 L/ 1 D

2 Days

Canyon Rim

$319

N/A

Save $35

Lower New Overnight Three Day

Adventure

3 B/ 3 L/ 2 D

3 Days

Canyon Rim

$419

N/A

Save $35

Rating

Lunch

Age

Hours

Location

Price

Fri/Sun

Mon

Lower Gauley

Adventure

Yes

6-7

Mill Creek

$179

Save $25

Save $50

Upper Gauley

Advanced

Yes

5-6

Mill Creek

$189

Save $25

Save $50

Upper Gauley Express

Advanced

Yes

3-3.5

Mill Creek

$189

Save $25

Save $50

Rating

Lunch

Age

Hours

Location

Price

Fri/Sun

Mon

Gauley River Marathon

Advanced

Yes

Canyon Rim

$259

Save $50

2 for 1

Double Upper Gauley

Advanced

Yes

Mill Creek

$279

Save $50

2 for 1

Rating

Lunch

Age

Hours

Location

Sat-Sun

Fri-Sat

Sun-Mon

Advanced

Yes

2 Days

Mill Creek

$279

Save $25

Save $50

Fall Gauley River

Fall Gauley Extreme

Gauley River Multi-Day River Trips Middle/Lower, Upper Two Day Upper/Middle, Upper Two Day

Advanced

Yes

2 Days

Mill Creek

$289

Save $25

Save $50

Gauley Overnighter Two Day

Advanced

1 B/ 2 L/ 1 D

2 Days

Canyon Rim

$349

Save $25

Save $50

Double Upper Overnighter Two Day

Advanced

1 B/ 2 L/ 1 D

2 Days

Canyon Rim

$379

Save $25

Save $50

Rating

Raft

Capacity

Min/Raft

Price

Double

Gauntlet

High Adventure R6

Advanced

14'

Add $25

Add $40

Team Extreme R4

Extreme

12'

Add $50

Add $75

Team Extreme

Call us for group discounts and other great ways to save.

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2 0 1 1 adventure R ates Aerial Adventures

Min. Group Size

Rating

Lunch

Age

BridgeWalk Tour

Family-Adventure

3-4

Off-site

$69

TreeTops Canopy Tourâ&#x201E;˘

Family-Adventure

3-3.5

Mill Creek

$109 $109

Gravity Zip Line Tour

Hours

Location

Price

Adventure

2.5

Mill Creek

Min. Group Size

Rating

Lunch

Age

Hours

Location

Price

Full Day Climbing & Rappelling

Adventure

Yes

6.5-7.5

Canyon Rim

$119

Half Day Climbing & Rappelling

Family

3.5

Canyon Rim

$79

Cliffside Rock Climbing

Two Hour Rappel

Family

Canyon Rim

$59

Two Hour Hike

Family

Canyon Rim

$49 $159

Lake Climbing Tours

Family-Adventure

Yes

6.5-7.5

Canyon Rim

Method

Rating

Lunch

Age

Hours

Location

Price

Full Day Float Trip for Smallmouth Bass

spin or fly

Adventure

lunch

7.5-8

Mill Creek

$400 for 2

Half Day Float Trip for Smallmouth Bass

spin or fly

Family

snack

4-4.5

Mill Creek

$295 for 2

Overnight Float Fishing Trip Two Day

spin or fly

Adventure

1 B, 2 L, 1 D

2 d/ 1 n

Mill Creek

$475 each

Mountain State Anglers Fishing

Summer Learn to Fly Fish *available June 15-Sept. 15 Rolling Waters Kayak School Half Day Kayak Sampler Intro to Kayaking One Day (Group/Private) Kayak Basics Two Day (Group/Private) Lake Kayaking Two Hour Hawks Nest Lake Kayak

fly

Adventure

lunch

7.5-8

Mill Creek

$400 for 2

Min. Group Size

Rating

Lunch

Age

Hours

Location

Price

Family

3-3.5

Canyon Rim

$79

2/1

Adventure

Yes

1 Day

Canyon Rim

$169/$250

2/1

Adventure

Yes

2 Days

Canyon Rim

$329/$500

Min. Group Size

Rating

Lunch

Age

Hours

Location

Price

Family

2 Hours

Canyon Rim

$59

Half Day Lake Kayaking

Family

Yes

3-4 Hours

Canyon Rim

$109

Full Day Lake Kayaking

Family

Yes

1 Day

Canyon Rim

$159

Team Building Program

Min. Group Size

Rating

Lunch

Age

Hours

Location

Price

Family Time Challenge

3-8 people

Family

Mill Creek

$79 per person

Varies

Adventure

3.5

Mill Creek

$75 per person

Min. Group Size

Rating

Lunch

Age

Hours

Location

Price

Team Orienteering Challenge Ambush WV Paintball 2 Hour Trip

Adventure

MSOC

$59

Half Day Trip

Adventure

3-4

MSOC

$79

Min. Group Size

Rating

Lunch

Age

Hours

Location

Price

Adventure-Advanced

Yes

7.5-8

Canyon Rim

$119

Tracks Mountain Biking Full Day Guided Tour Half Day Guided Tour

Family-Adventure

3-4

Canyon Rim

$79

Horseback Riding

Shuttle Available

Rating

Lunch

Age

Hours

Location

Price

Sunset View Ride

Family-Adventure

2.5

Off-site

$65

Half Day Ride

Family-Adventure

3.5

Off-site

$79

View the Gorge Two Hour Ride

Family-Adventure

2.5

Off-site

$59

Shuttle Available

Rating

Lunch

Age

Hours

Location

Price

Yes

Adventure-Advanced

Yes

3-4

Off-site

$189

ATV Tours Half Day ATV Tour Full Day ATV Tour Other Area Attractions and Activities New River Jetboats

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Yes

Advanced

Yes

6-7

Off-site

$219

Shuttle Available

Rating

Lunch

Age

Hours

Location

Price

Family

any

45 minutes

Off-site

$25

2 0 1 1 resort R ates Rustic Lodging Choices

Location

Unit Capacity

Unit Rate Includes

Rate Per Night

Tent Camping

Mill Creek

Sites Vary

N/A

$15 per person

N/A

Platform Tents

Mill Creek

$69

$20

Country Cabins

Mill Creek

$59

$20

Hemlock Bunkhouses

Mill Creek

$109

$20

$119

$20

Pine Cabins Deluxe Lodging Choices

MSOC

7 or 8

Unit Capacity

Unit Rate Includes

Secret Season Nov 1-Apr 30

Additional People

Summer Season May 1-Sept 6

Gauley Season Sept 7-Oct 31

Fri-Sat

Sun-Thurs

Thurs-Sat

Sun-Wed

Thurs-Sat

Sun-Wed

Deluxe Outback Cabins

$189

$169

$339

$319

$349

$279

2 Bedroom Deluxe Cabins

$189

$169

$399

$379

$409

$319

3 Bedroom Deluxe Cabins

$199

$179

$419

$399

$429

$339

4 Bedroom Deluxe Cabins

$209

$189

$449

$429

$459

$369

Outback Cabins

$179

$159

$319

$299

$329

$259

Sportsman Cabins

N/A

$209

$189

$219

$169

Breezy Hill Cottage @ MSOC

$159

$139

$229

$209

$259

$209

*There is a $30 per person per night charge for additional people in the Deluxe and Outback Cabins. The additional charge is $25 per person in the Sportsman and Breezy Hill Cabins. **Pet fee of $25 per pet for Pine, Country Cabins or Hemlock Bunkhouses. Pet fee of $50 per pet for Deluxe, Sportsman or Outback Cabins Min per Unit

Gourmet Adult

Gourmet 11 & under

Standard Adult

Standard 11 & under

Tent Camping

N/A

$64

$49

$54

$39

Platform Tents

$74

$59

$64

$49

$84

$69

$74

$59

$114

$99

$104

$89

Outback Cabins

$184

$169

$174

$159

Deluxe Cabins

$189

$179

$169

Easy Plan Packages

Rustic Cabins (Country, Hemlock & Pine) Sportsman Cabins

Includes

Easy Plan Packages Include: Two Nights Lodging, One Breakfast & One Dinner

One Day Prepaid

Youth

Youth Prepaid

Two Day Rental

Two Day Prepaid

$18

$14

New River

$12

$10

$28

$24

New River Bundle (3 DVDs, each add’l $10)

$15

$10

$40

$35

Gauley River

Wet Suit Rentals

One Day Rental

Paddling Jacket

$10

Farmer John Wet Suit

$15

Complete Set

$25

$20

Food Service

Location

Adult

Youth 11 & under

Rafting Videos

Gauley River Bundle (3 DVDs, each add’l $10)

DVD

Prepaid

$34.95

Save $5

$69

N/A

$45.95

Save $5

$89

N/A

Smokey’s Gourmet Breakfast

Canyon Rim

$13.95

$6.50

Any Two Day Combo

$64.95

Save $5

Smokey’s Gourmet Dinner

Canyon Rim

$26.95

$13.50

Doubles or Marathons

$54.95

Save $5

Buffler’s BBQ Dinner Buffet

Mill Creek

$18.95

$9.50

Two Day Overnights

$74.95

Save $5

Buffler’s Hot Country Breakfast

Mill Creek

$10.95

$5.50

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Approximate Driving Times to our Mill Creek Facility

 Direct Flights into Yeager Airport in Charleston, then a 1.25 hr. drive.

79 Yeager Airport

to 79

Charleston Summersville

119

Summersville Lake 77 WV Turnpike

Please do not follow any directions that take you through Ansted, WV on US-60. Note: If you plan on air travel, we strongly discourage scheduling your flights the same day as your raft trip. Too many uncontrollable factors exist that may prevent you from being able to meet time schedules.

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Winterplace Ski Resort State Park

Fayetteville

Resort at Glade Springs

Lansing Clifftop

Mossy

Oak Hill 612

Resort Check In

Ames Hts. Road Exit

Exit # 45

National Park Service Visitor Center

Mt. Hope

New River

Beckley

Exit # 42

16 Twin Falls S.P.

Sophia

Little Beaver S.P. Bluestone S.P.

Camp Creek S.P.

BLUESTONE Pipestem NATIONAL SCENIC RIVER Bluestone Pipestem Lake Resort S.P.

60 Greenbrier Valley Airport

From the North: Take I-79 south to US Route 19 south (Summersville Exit); go about 50 miles south to Ames Heights Road (now see below). From the south: Take I-77 north to North Beckley Exit (#48) onto US Rt. 19 north; go about 20 miles to Ames Heights Road (now see below). From the east: Take I-64 west to I-77N/I-64W; go about 8 miles to North Beckley Exit (#48) onto US Rt. 19 north; go about 20 miles to Ames Heights Road (now see below). From the west: Take I-64 east OR I-77 south; take I-77S/I-64E about 50 miles to North Beckley exit (#48) onto US Rt. 19 north; go about 20 miles to Ames Heights Road (now see below).

Thanks to everyone who has supplied AOTG with photography. Including, but not limited to: WV Division of Tourism Rick Lee Jessica Campbell New River CVB John Mueller Whitewater Photography

Raleigh County Airport

Lewisburg

Glade Springs Resort

Mullens

219

Fayetteville

Pineville

Sam Black Church

NEW RIVER GORGE NATIONAL RIVER

19 Exit # 48

Hatfield-McCoy Trailhead

60 Babcock S.P.

Mountain State Outdoor Center Campground

New River Gorge Bridge Tamarack

ule y R i GAULEY RIVER NATIONAL RECREATION AREA Hawk’s Nest S.P. Ansted 19

Gauley Bridge

304.574.0515 1 Ames Heights Road Lansing, West Virginia 25862

38˚5'10.755"N 81˚4'45.0366"W

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Burning Rock Chuck Garvin Troy Perry WV Executive Jeff Hutchens

From ames heights road: Go about .5 of a mile (follow signs); at a fork in the road, take a left— Adventures On The Gorge is about .4 of a mile on the right. You’re there! 77

R E S E R VA T I O N & C A N C E L L AT I O N P O L I C I E S

G E T S TA R T E D T O D Ay We’re excited to host your group’s outdoor adventure and are ready to help you plan your trip.

Want to Know more? Call today to request the Group Organizer Kit that fits your needs or go online and download a copy at onthegorge.com/downloads.

Ready to book? Select dates and check availability. Choose the lodging that best suits your needs. Get an initial count of participants.

Get the Ball Rolling:

We’re Group Friendly!

Review your confirmation letter invoice. 50% deposit is due within 2 weeks of initial reservation. Use your Trip Organizer Planner to track names, contact information and activity selection.

Keep Your Group Informed: Request Liability forms for any minors attending without parents or guardians. Make sure your group knows what to wear for each activity. Make sure you know what is and isn’t included in your lodging choice.

Pricing Policy All prices are per person except when stated otherwise. Youth discounts apply for those 16 and under when accompanied by at least one family member paying regular price. A 6% West Virginia sales tax and a $4.35 per person per river section River Usage/Service Fee will be added to all reservations. There may also be a $1 Conservation & Maintenance fee for TreeTops Canopy Tour, Tracks Mountain Biking and Cliffside Climbing per person. A 6% Lodging Tax will be added to some lodging choices. Prices are subject to change without notice. Cancellation Insurance This protection entitles each participant to a full refund in the event of forced cancellation resulting from personal illness, injury, or death of an immediate family member, or military deployment. Documentary proof of loss from a competent authority is required to support claims. The cancellation insurance fee is 6% of your total reservation. Protection extends to one traveling companion, and the minor children of the participant. Trip Transfers Adventures on the Gorge reserves the right to change the river, river section, length of trip, boat size or number of guests per raft due to adverse or changing conditions or extremely high or low water. We also reserve the right to refuse participation of any guest who, in our judgement, is not physically or mentally capable of participating in the activity for which he or she has registered.

Payment and Cancellation Policies Both New & Gauley Rivers To confirm a reservation, we require a 50% per person deposit within 14 days of making a reservation. The full balance is due 30 days prior to the first day of activity. When paying for a reservation, we recommend that the group leader collect all the money and send it in at one time. No personal checks will be accepted when you are within 21 days prior to your trip date. Payment methods accepted will be Cash, Cashier’s Check, Traveler’s Check, Money Order, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express. Cancellation Procedures All cancellations must be received in writing via USPS mail, email (info@adventuresonthegorge.com, subject “cancellation request”) or fax (304-574-4906). All cancellations must be made outside of the 30 days prior to the trip start date to be considered for reimbursement less a processing fee: $25 per person during New River $50 per person during Gauley Season No-shows on the day of a trip or cancellations within 24 hours of the start date will not be considered for any reimbursement. Additional Activity Reservations Some of our adventure activities are booked through outside vendors, such as horseback riding, mountain biking and ATV tours. These activities require all cancellations to be made within 30 days of a trip to be considered for a refund. If you cancel with less than 30 days notice, you will be charged the full rate for the activity.

Last Few Details: Double check head-counts and activity choices. Make us aware of any dietary restrictions. Copy maps and directions for your drivers. Final balance is due 30 days prior to arrival. Prepare for the adventure of a lifetime!

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partners

resort at Glade Springs

Quality Inn New River

yeager airport

West Virginia’s Ski, Spa and Golf Resort. Premier family destination featuring three championship golf courses, full service spa, four restaurants, equestrian center and spectacular indoor leisure center.

the area’s most convenient and most popular lodging. All rooms newly remodeled. Just minutes from Adventures On the Gorge.

West Virginia’s gateway—the easiest, most convenient way to travel to your whitewater adventure. Just over an hour from Adventures On the Gorge, and daily direct flights from 10 major cities. Follow us on Twitter at twitter.com/yeagerairport.

equestrian adventures

country Roads Cabins

cabins at miller ridge

Come ride with us on the New River Gorge rim. Scenic, ½ day, full day, sunset and overnight trips available.

AAA triple diamond rated. 1-4 bedroom log home cabins with fully equipped kitchen, fireplace, TV/Dish Network, telephone, hot tub, gas grill and central air/heat. All bed linens and towels provided. Open year-round.

Our cabins have a fully equipped kitchen, with a pleasant living area, 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths and accommodate up to 10 people per cabin. Each cabin has a screened in deck with a 6 person hot tub. Open year-round.

877.339.6280

304.574.0484

gladesprings.com

equestrianadventures.com

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800.789.9741

888.712.2246

qualityinnnewrivergorge.com

countryroadcabins.com

304.344.8033

888.476.6437

yeagerairport.com

wvcabinrental.com

partners appalachian inn 800.231.0054 appalachianinn.net

The Appalachian Inn is a Christian Retreat and Conference Center where groups may have access to great facilities that include lodging in a 48 unit motel, a 64 bed dormitory, a spacious dining room and classroom space.

Centrally located to the New & Gauley Rivers. Built in 2009 in a wooded area, sleeps up to 8, full bathrooms, kitchenettes, Satellite TV/DVD, air conditioned/heated, all linens, picnic tables, fire rings, pet friendly.

Hemlock Haven

304.575.1260 emlockhavenwv.com

Hemlock Haven Cabins are brand new, dog friendly cabins that offer all the amenities expected of luxury accommodations. Each cabin sits on over 2 acres by itself surrounded by lush forest.

Lynnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pond House

540.330.7894 lynnspondhouse.com

Wonderful 4,700 square foot log home sleeps up to 20 and has all the luxuries of home. It is less than 5 minutes from Rivermen.

New River Cabins

304.640.7333 NewRiverCabinsWV.com

Winterplace Ski Resort

800.607.SNOW (7669) winterplace.com

28 Trails, Terrain Park and 11 lifts. Largest snow tubing park in West Virginia. Two minutes off of I-77 at Exit 28, between Beckley and Bluefield, West Virginia.

Wilderness Lake Chalets 800.741.1689 bestwvcabins.com

Less than a mile from Summersville Lake and the Gauley River our vacation homes, chalet-style cabins and cottages are perfectly situated for family getaways and romantic escapes.

Holiday Lodge & conference center 304.465.0571 holiday-inn.com

Just completed a multi-million dollar renovation! Wireless Internet access, indoor pool, Rafters Lounge and Doryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Grille, fitness center, sauna, and racquetball court.

WV skydivers 304.733-1240 skydivewv.com

Feel a total sense of freedom while securely harnessed to your personal sky diving instructor. The exhilarating freefall combined with the peace and tranquility of the parachute ride makes your tandem skydive a unique experience you will never forget.

Burning Rock ATV

877.683.9240 burningrockwv.com

Go From Beginner To Adrenaline Junky In 60 Seconds. ATVs. Side-By-Sides. Guides. Zip Line Racing. We set everything up. You just bring your group and a smile.

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New River Jetboats

304.469.2525 newriverjetboats.com

Comfort Inn Beckley 800.222.0511

Comfort Inn Beckley 888.259.8542

Opposum Creek Retreat

888.488.4836 opossumcreek.com

Canyon Massage & Bodywork

304.573.1195 canyonmassageandbodywork.com

Historic Morris Harvey House

304.574.1902 morrisharveyhouse.com

The paddle house 304.574.0000

Hickory Ridge Cabin

PaddlehouseWV.com

304.640.1755

The Paddle House is the first truly luxury vacation rental home on the rim of the New River Gorge. With 4 bedrooms, spacious living quarters and a gourmet kitchen, this fully-equipped rental home is the perfect option for large families and friends. Located just down the road from Adventures on the Gorge resort. Open year-round.

Greenbrier County CVB

New river Gorge CVB

The Greenbrier Valley is home to award-winning dining, a vibrant arts scene and unique shopping. Art galleries, bookstores, antique and specialty shops provide the ultimate shopping experience!

Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a reason Boy Scouts of America chose the New River Gorge for their new basecamp. Breathtaking beauty. Legendary whitewater. Unique activities and dining. And the Bridge. This is that place.

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