Singles Travel Adventure Weekend
September 23 - 26 '10   

New River Gorge, West Virginia

$779*

Great adventure for both the experienced rafter and beginners.  Bond with singles, solo travelers and friends as you ride the rapids and explore the beautiful gorge. Imagine - lush foliage, cool mountain water and no crowds!

Thursday: September 23 - Charleston, West Virginia - Oak Hill, WV
We will be picked up at 10:00 a.m. from the Hampton Inn (pre-trip hotel) and transfered to the New River Gorge in Oak Hill, WV. Time for lunch and to check in to our hotel before we start our 3:00pm Scenic Gorge Horseback Ride.

There is no better way to begin our adventure weekend then on a Guided Horseback Riding Trip in West Virginia. New River Gorge National River provides a variety of different forest trails and superb overlooks and our trail guide will lead us through a myriad of scenic gorge trails on our 2 1/2 hour horseback riding trip.

We will stop and stretch our legs while enjoying the panoramic views from the top... because our next days adventures will find us rafting through the rapids at the bottom of the New River Gorge.

Friday: September 24 - Full Day - Whitewater Rafting - Lower Gauley

The New River Gorge National River is known as the "Grand Canyon of the East". It is a place of wonder where natural beauty and rich cultural history are waiting to be discovered. And the whitewater is fantastic! The river flows are unpredictable. Keeping tabs on the weather and river levels, adjustments are constantly made to catch the best ride out there. From low to high, it’s a good ride whether you’re in a raft on the Upper or Lower River.

The Lower Gauley offers 14 miles of Class III-V whitewater in one of West Virginia's most spectacular canyons. The Lower Gauley is a great prelude to the Upper Gauley, offering exciting whitewater adventure for both beginners and experts alike. You will experience the biggest rapids the Lower Gauley has to offer such as Koontz's, Flume, Canyon Doors, Mash and Pure Screaming Hell, just to name a few. The scenery is magnificent and action is non-stop except for lunch which is served by our guides on the river's edge.

Saturday: September 25 - Full Day - Whitewater Rafting - Upper Gauley

The Upper Gauley is simply the best 1-day whitewater rafting trip in America! No other river has the Gauley’s unique combination of high volume and tight technical rapids. It’s powerful, relentless, and sometimes…more fun than you can imagine! With near non-stop action and over 50 rapids…including no fewer than SIX Class V+ monsters…there’s nothing like the Upper Gauley anywhere in the country. Our trip begins at the base of Summersville Dam and runs 12 miles of almost continuous rapids. Rapids with names like Lost Paddle, Pillow Rock, Iron Ring, Insignificant, and the incomparable Sweets Falls are truly the stuff of legend. You’ll soon see why people come from literally around the world to paddle the Gauley.

Enjoy a Farewell Dinner buffet at our River Runners headquarters.

Sunday: September 26 - Oak Hill - Charleston, WV
This morning you will be transferred to the Charleston, West Virginia Airport for our journey home and the end of our Adventure singles weekend.

White Water Rafting FAQ Do I need any Rafting Experience? Prior rafting experience is not required. The majority of people who join our expeditions are first time rafters. You'll receive a detailed safety talk before getting on the river, and it will cover every aspect of your river adventure. Once trained, an oar or paddle crew can work in harmony with their guide to maneuver a raft in the most challenging rapids. It's only natural for you to be apprehensive about running rivers, however our staff is specially trained to address your concerns and prepare you for an experience you'll never forget. WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING AND WEAR? You will be the most comfortable in things that dry quickly. If the weather is warm, and that is most typical, dress to get wet. Swimsuits, shorts and T-shirts are fine. Appropriate footwear is a must. Old pair of tennis shoes or the Teva-type sport sandals (the guides choice of footwear) is best. Wool socks or no socks. If it is expected to be a cool day, rule number one is COTTON IS WRONG! A wool sweater or fleece jacket is good to have along on any raft trip. Thet offer a complete line of clean wetsuits, spray jackets and river boots in our office for a nominal rental fee. Again, expect to get wet! Do Trips Run If It's Raining? All trips run rain or shine. Only rarely do we cancel due to high water. In the unlikely event that we cancel a trip, a full refund will be offered. Any person choosing not to participate because of weather will not be eligible for a refund or rain check. Do I Have To Know How To Swim? No! Every person on the trip will be issued a type V Personal Flotation Device better known as a life jacket. These devices are designed to float your head above the surface of the water even if you do not know how to swim. ***Important Information *** We will be leaving from Charleston on September 23rd at 10 am We will return to the Charleston, WV Airport at NOON on September 26th

Adventure Singles Weekend Includes * 3-Nights Lodging Holiday Inn * 2 Days Whitewater Raftng * Scenic Gorge Horseback Riding trip * 2 Lunches on River * 2 Hot Buffets Breakfasts * 1 Farewell Dinner Buffet * Singles Travel Hostess * Roundtrip transportation Charleston WV Holiday Inn * Indoor pool * Exercise Room * High speed internet access PRICE - $779 per person The price per person is for a double room. Free roommate matching is available, so there is never a need to pay a single supplement. If you wish to room alone the cost is an additional $250.   Deposit - $250 Balance Due August 1                     -------------------------------------------- Pre-Trip Hotel Wednesday: September 22 - $75 per person Hampton Inn Charleston - Downtown * Complimentary airport shuttle * Continental breakfast * Indoor swimming pool * Fitness center The price per person is for a double room. Free roommate matching is available, so there is never a need to pay a single supplement. If you wish to room alone the cost is an additional $50. Pre-Trip Hotel