When: September 26-27, 2015
Where: Shenandoah River, near Harper’s Ferry
Time: Arrive at the St. Francis parking lot at 7:00 am, September 26, 2013
Return to St. Francis early afternoon on Sunday, September 27th
Whether this is your first canoe trip or you’re an experienced boater, this 10 mile 2-man canoe trip is ideal for large groups. Paddlers wind their way down river through the scenic Shenandoah Valley, nestled between the rolling Blue Ridge Mountains. Kayaking or canoeing this scenic and mellow river includes navigating small Class I-II rapids, a great combination of relaxation and fun! Blue heron, osprey, and sometimes bald eagles offer great bird watching opportunities.
The Scouts should eat breakfast before they leave home in the morning and bring a snack for the car ride. Lunch will be a late picnic and it is planned and prepared by patrols. Saturday lunch & dinner, and Sunday breakfast are planned and prepared by patrols. Remember to bring water shoes, extra pairs of socks, extra layers (no cotton) for a change of clothes and for sleeping, Also, sun protection is essential. Scouts should wear Class B uniform.
All participants must sign the Release of Liability.
There is a $64 fee for each scout and parent attending (includes $10 transportation, canoe rental, meals & camping). THE TRANSPORTATION FEE IS WAIVED FOR BOTH SCOUT AND PARENT IF THE PARENT IS DRIVING. Registration & payment must be received by Wednesday, September 16, 2015.
Non-driving fee = $64
Parent Driving = $54
Late fee (after Sept 16) = $74
The Scouts should eat breakfast before they leave home in the morning and bring a snack for the car ride. Lunch will be a late picnic and it is planned and prepared by patrols. Saturday lunch & dinner, and Sunday breakfast are planned and prepared by patrols. Remember to bring water shoes, extra pairs of socks, extra layers (no cotton) for a change of clothes and for sleeping, Also, sun protection is essential. Scouts should wear Class B uniform.
All participants must sign the Release of Liability.
There is a $64 fee for each scout and parent attending (includes $10 transportation, canoe rental, meals & camping). THE TRANSPORTATION FEE IS WAIVED FOR BOTH SCOUT AND PARENT IF THE PARENT IS DRIVING. Registration & payment must be received by Wednesday, September 16, 2015.
Non-driving fee = $64
Parent Driving = $54
Late fee (after Sept 16) = $74
Questions? Please contact Teri Fahlgren (troop55activities [at] gmail [dot] com) or tfahlgren [at] yahoo [dot] com
Please use the PayPal button at top right to pay the fees for this outing or bring a check for the total fees made payable to BSA Troop 55 to the next troop meeting.
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. If you would prefer not to submit online, please:
you must download the canoe outfitter waiver form found here:
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