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WILD GUYde Adventures,
LLC
1047
Stuart St.
Harrisonburg,
VA 22802
(540)
433-1637
lester@wildguyde.com
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Canoeing
Adventures
“To the dull mind, nature is leaden. To the illumined mind, the whole world
burns and sparkles with light” (Ralph Waldo Emerson)
“Nature lends herself to all men, but she
gives herself only to a few” (Francois Mauriac)
Peaceful Paddling:
Canoe a ½ day stretch of the South Fork
River. This Class I and II water is ideal for
families with elementary school children – just long enough to be engaging
without getting boring. As we wind
through pastures in the Shenandoah Valley, you’ll learn basic canoe strokes
and maneuvering. Dangle your feet or
plunk your head to cool off. And keep
watching for blue herons, turtles on logs, and cows in the water!
($125
1-3 people; $30 each additional)
 Pick-up-the-Pace Paddling: A fuller day of
canoeing awaits further down the South Fork. This provides a little more excitement for
teenagers, adventurous parents, & other paddle pilgrims! A casual start allows a review of canoe
strokes and partner teamwork. An
amazing rope-swing breaks the quiet – you won’t believe what comes out of
your mouth when you let go (“Geronimo!?”) More paddling through runs and pools,
always under the shadow of Massanutten
Mountain. Lunch on the bank and then
back into the boats. Finally, at
Milepost 17, Compton’s Rapid – a
great shoot-through with some higher standing waves! Paddlers call it a “Fat II,” but stay wide
of Pillow Rock! Below, there’s a
jumping rock for another cool-off before paddling the final mile to the
take-out. Load the boats and start the
drive home – happy, tired, and maybe a little sun-tanned! West
Virginia travelers may want to visit the gorgeous “Trough” on the South Branch of the Potomac. High and remote mountain walls on each side
of the river, and keep your eyes open for bald eagles!
($160 1-3 people; $40 each
additional)
Design Your Own Adventure:
Numerous other options exist, including hiking and climbing guiding
along Virginia’s Blue Ridge or at the Nelson
Rock Outdoor Center (WV), a climbing self-rescue clinic, outdoor fitness
training, group orienteering challenges in the National Forest, and flatwater paddling instruction for beginners and
children. We can customize to meet the
interests of your family, scout troop, or youth group. Call to talk about your needs (540-433-1637 or Lester@wildguyde.com).
“If
there’s a place, paddle there…” (Brent
Kelly)
“Love
many, trust a few, and always paddle your own canoe.” (Anon.)
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