What a weekend kayaking on the Shenandoah River! The amazing people at the
Harpers Ferry Outdoor Festival went big this year with the annual races and festivities.
On Friday, 18 of
River and Trail Outfitters’ best men (and me!) entered three rafts in the Doah Cup Guide Race. Our guides “dug in” for a grueling 5 mile non stop race, finishing in 3rd, 5th, and 7th places.
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| EZ and his race crew |
From there we headed to the after party for a well deserved brew at the
Blue Ridge Center for Environmental Stewardship. The Environmental Center offers a large open area for dancing, camping along the treeline, and a truly breathtaking view of the sun setting over the mountains.
The festivities carried on the next day.
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| The River and Trail Doah Cup Guide Race Crew |
Saturday kicked off with a 5k trail race along the scenic trails at the Environmental Center.
River and Trail manned the 25 foot rock climbing wall for the day while our fellow boaters hit the water. Kayakers from all over came to participate in the annual Tim Gavin Down River Race on a hearty 5.5 feet of water on the Shenandoah River.
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| Success on the rock wall! |
Back at the Environmental Center, local vendors sold BBQ, river gear, boats, and handmade crafts. The kids corner offered face painting and activities for the little ones and the Outdoor Festival held a silent auction for various whitewater accessories. The FunkMunkeys and the Woo Yeahs jammed late into the night, encouraging dancing and great times around the bonfire.
Mark your calendars for next years Harpers Ferry Outdoor Festival and be sure to check out the other events they host throughout the year. Also check out
our events calendar for year round fun on the river!
See you on the water!
Maddie
301-695-5177
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