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May Outing – Youghiogheny River Rafting Trip

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When: May 2  – 4, 2014
Where: Youghiogheny River & Ohiopyle State Park
Time:    Arrive at the St. Francis parking lot at 5:00 pm on Friday, May 2nd
Return to St. Francis mid-afternoon on Sunday, May 4th

 Whether this is your first whitewater rafting trip or you’re an experienced rafter, the Lower Yough (pronounced “Yok”), in the heart of The Laurel Highlands, is a blast!! Troop 55 will camp at Ohiopyle State Park in Pennsylvania for this two night camping trip.  On Saturday, you will be checking in with the rafting outfitter where you will receive your life jacket & helmet and meet a couple of your River Guides. From there you’ll be transported to the staging area where you’ll begin your river trip. Dividing into groups of 4 – 6 people, you’ll climb into your rafts for a quick introduction to river running before hitting the water. River safety, paddle strokes, boat maneuvering and what to expect on the water will all be covered. From there you’ll head to the river and the fun begins!

View pictures from the June 2012 Yough whitewater trip:  Click Here

 The Lower Yough – The Lower Yough is 7.5 miles of Class III – IV whitewater rapids. It is considered a drop & pool river: the rapids are separated by calm deep pools, allowing you to catch your breath and enjoy the scenery.  (age 12 & up)

 The Middle Yough – 10.5 mile trip through the beautiful Ohiopyle State Park passing trough class II rapids (under 12)

Scouts should bring a meal for the car on Friday evening and some cash for lunch on the return on Sunday.  Saturday breakfast, dinner, Sunday breakfast are planned and prepared by patrols (lunch is provided by the rafting company).  Please don’t forget to bring a dry change of clothes for after the rafting. Also, sun protection is essential.  Scouts should wear Class B uniform.

 Due April 23rd:

 Questions? Please contact Teri Fahlgren

Online Permission Submission – Use the form below to submit outing information.  A copy of the submitted information will be sent to the email you input below for your records.

To secure your place on the trip, full payment is due by April 23rd.  Registrations after April 23rd will include a $10 late fee and will not be guaranteed a spot on a raft. 

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If Yes, Please specify. If No, put "N/A" in the box below.

I hereby give permission for my son(s) to attend the BSA Troop 55 Yough River whitewater rafting outing May 2-4, 2014 and grant authority to the adult leadership of the troop to authorize the provision of medical care for my son as may be necessary.
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I have filed an Adult BSA Application, completed the Youth Protection Training and Certification, understand that I will be expected to support the Troop Activities, and will depart & return with the Troop unless cleared in advance by the Scoutmaster and Committee Outing Chair: Yes No N/A 

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Outing Options:

Note: The form will not calculate your fees for you. Please calculate your total fees and enter them in the Total Fees box below.

Enter total number of scouts and adults for each option (0, 1, 2, etc.):

- Lower Yough ($125 per person)
- Middle Yough ($95 per person)
- Wet Suits ($10 per person)

Note: Transportation fee is waived for both scout and parent if the parent is driving. If you are driving, deduct $25 from the above trip fee for each scout and parent.

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I will pay by: PayPal Online Check Mulch Debit