June 25, 2013

Gettysburg Battlefield

Looking for a fun, engaging summer vacation for the whole family? This is the year to experience the Civil War battlefields! This year, you can explore the city town of Gettysburg, PA as it commemorates the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg. The summer schedule is packed with living history days, historic tours, and Civil War era exhibits.

From there, the town of Harpers Ferry is just an hour away. Harpers Ferry is filled with Civil War history, funky boutiques, amazing, local food, and even a Civil War wax museum! The hills surrounding the town are crawling with some of the very best hiking trails in the area, including the Appalachian Trail. In the Harpers Ferry area, River and Trail Outfitters offers:

  • Potomac riverside camping at the Brunswick Family Campground
  • Adventurous whitewater rafting and tubing near Harpers Ferry
  • Relaxing Shenandoah River tube float for all age
  • Luxurious Paddle and Wine trip that includes a flat water canoe or kayak paddle in Virginia wine country

Continuing on to Antietam Battlefield, just thirty minutes from historic Harpers Ferry, the whole family can enjoy a ride through the scenic battlefield. For a unique way to tour Antietam Battlefield, River and Trail offers:
  • Antietam Creek tube trips (a favorite trip amongst the staff!)
  • Antietam Creek kayak and canoe guided trips or rentals
  • Historic Antietam kayak and brunch specialty tour

Call the outfitter today to speak with one of our adventure specialists and let us add some water to your vacation this year!

See you on the water!

Maddie
301-834-9950

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