Gauley
Season Gauley River Trips
- We require an initial deposit of $50 per person per day on the River within 14 days of making your reservation.
- Full payment must be received no later than July 1, for all Gauley River trips scheduled for
- September and no later for than August 1, for Gauley River trips scheduled for October.
- Cancellations for all Gauley Season Gauley River trips made at least 21 days before your trip date will receive a full refund, less a $25 per person cancellation fee.
- No refunds for reservations cancelled within 21 days of your trip.
Note: Please be aware that your reservation is not confirmed until your balance is paid in full.
Cancellations
Cancellations for New River, Spring/Summer Gauley and weekday
Gauley River trips must be made in writing, or by confirmed verbal
communication at least 7 days prior to your trip to receive a
refund, less the non-refundable deposit. Trips canceled within
7 days will receive no refund.
Cancellations
for weekend fall release dates on the Gauley River must be made
at least 45 days before your trip date to receive a refund, less
the non-refundable deposit. Trips canceled within 45 days will
receive no refund.
In cases
of proven medical or family emergencies with prior notification,
we will issue a rain check, less the deposit, valid towards a
similar trip in the future. No cash will be refunded.
Trip
Transfers
Your confirmed reservation may be transferred to another date
for a $15 administration fee if we receive notification at least
42 days (6 weeks) prior to the trip date, and have available space.
IMPORTANT
INFORMATION FOR EVERYONE
Please feel free to photocopy the following information and distribute
it to each member in your group. Be sure to familiarize yourself
with your particular adventure package and know what's included,
such as type of accommodations, check-in times, etc.
Safety
First!
No Drugs or Alcohol On a Rivermen paddle raft trip everyone powers
the raft, working as a team with their guide. For your safety
and ours, no alcohol or drugs are permitted either before, or
during the trip. (Alcohol is permitted in the evening on our 2-day
overnight adventure trips.)
Waivers
Release Rorm (PDF)
We specialize in providing "highly exciting trips" and there is
an element of danger present at all times. Everyone is required
to sign a participant agreement form* before taking part in any
adventure. This form is binding and you accept responsibility
for any injuries or losses that may occur while on a trip with
The Rivermen. Everyone under the age of 18 must have a participant
agreement form signed by parent or legal guardian. This online
form is available to print now or simply call our office in advance
and we'll send one to you. *Link to Waiver and Release of Liability
Form
Participation
We reserve the right to refuse anyone participation in any of
our adventures because of physical or size limitation that, in
our opinion, would expose that person to extreme risk. Our life
jackets are Coast Guard (Class V) approved and rated for a maximum
chest size of 52". Anyone under the influence of drugs, alcohol
or demonstrating unruly behavior will be denied service, accommodations,
and/or trip participation and will be ordered to leave without
refund or compensation.
What
we supply
We supply all watercraft, life jackets, helmets, paddles, professional
Guides, shuttle to and from the River (and as always, cold drinks
on the way back to base camp), and meals (when included) on a
rafting adventure.
What
you supply
You supply bathing suits (ladies may want to wear shorts over
their bathing suit for comfort), sneakers, wool or polarfleece
sweater, and windbreaker or rain suit. DO NOT wear cotton T-shirts,
sweatshirts or jeans on the River as cotton wicks warmth from
your body. A dry change of clothes and a towel should be waiting
for you at the base following the trip. Always bring more clothes
than you think you'll need. Our motto is "you can always take
it off." Footwear must be worn at all times while on the River
(sneakers, River sandals or soft-soled shoes). Please bring any
personal medications with you on your adventure.
Wetsuits
Wetsuits are strongly recommended for any trip on the Gauley River
and for New River trips before June 1st or after September 15th.
During these periods conditions may exist when we deem wetsuits
to be mandatory. Please plan ahead and either bring your own wetsuit
or plan on renting one from us. Under most conditions a wetsuit
will keep you warm and comfortable. On very cold days, you may
wish to wear a wool or pile sweater and windbreaker over the suit.
You may also wish to bring wool or neoprene gloves for additional
comfort. A wool cap is also strongly recommended. DO NOT wear
cotton T-shirts under your wetsuit. Cotton, when wet, stays cold;
wool, polypropylene and modern synthetic thermal materials shed
water and stay warm. Wetsuits are available for rental at base
camp on the morning of your adventure.
Extras
You may want to bring extra money for pictures, videos, souvenirs,
gratuities, etc.
Double
Check Everything
Make sure you double-check all of your arrangements. If any problems
arise, please contact us as soon as possible.
Be
On Time!
Different trips are scheduled for different times. Double check
your trip time; this is the time that your trip meets at the lodge.
You should plan on arriving 30 - 45 minutes (minimum) before this
time in order to take care of last minute details, get a wetsuit,
etc. On busy days, we may only spend 15 minutes at the lodge before
the bus leaves... don't miss the bus, or you may miss your boat!
ACCOMMODATIONS
& CAMPING DETAILS
Book
Early
We strongly advise you make any lodging reservations at the same
time as your adventure trip to assure your preferred choice of
accommodations.
Check-In
\ Check-Out
Your group is free to check-in after 3 PM for all types of accommodations.
Check-out time is before your adventure trip leaves in the morning,
or 10 AM if you are not on an activity that day.
Ranch
Rooms
Our rustic ranch rooms were built with convenience and economy
in mind and sleep 6 people. These rooms do have heat but no AC.
They are supplied with fresh linens, however, pillows, blankets,
and towels are not provided, so bring them along. There are grills
and large picnic tables for your convenience.
Cabin
Tents
Our remodeled cabin tents have a wooden frame, metal roof, canvas sides, and are built on sturdy wooden platforms. Each cabin tent sleeps up to eight in bunk beds and comes equipped with a charcoal grill and picnic table. Just bring a sleeping bag, pillow, and towel and you’re all set!
Campgrounds
& Noise We strictly enforce a quiet "curfew" of 11:00 PM in all
of our accommodations.
Anyone who
repeatedly ignores the curfew and our requests for quiet will
be asked to leave without refund or compensation and the police
will be notified. Please read all campground rules (listed below
& posted).
Campground
Rules
- Quiet
time in campground is from 11:00 PM to 6:00 AM.
- Camp in
your assigned campsites only.
- Speed limit
is 5 mph at all times.
- The lodge
and bar will be open till 1:00 PM Friday and Saturday nights.
To avoid noise and disturbance to other campers, please party
at the lodge.
- Do not
park your car in campsites other than those assigned to your
group.
- The woods
are considered out of bounds and private property! Do not stray
out of bounds. You will be considered a trespasser by land owners.
Note: Hiking and biking trails are available outside our campground.
Ask for directions.
- Be on
time for your trip departure or you may miss the boat!
- No discharging
of firearms or fireworks.
- No cutting
of trees. Firewood is available at the lodge.
- If you
need assistance check with the campground manager.
- Nearest
pay phone is by the men's restroom. Firewood Firewood is available
for purchase at the lodge. Please, do not cut down trees or
branches, or burn railroad ties and picnic tables.
Campground
Manager
We have a full-time Campground Manager (refer to map) on site,
who is available for your assistance as well as to enforce all
campground rules.
Partying
Late
Those wishing to party late (after 11:00 PM), should do so at
the lodge, which closes at 1:00 AM. We request that anyone returning
to their accommodations, or those arriving late, to be especially
quiet for the sake of their neighbors trying to sleep.
Pets
We are sorry, but pets are not allowed to be unattended at any
time, and they must be on a leash at all times. We strongly suggest
that you leave them at home.
Valuables
Please lock all valuables in the trunk of your vehicle and bring
your keys to the lodge before your trip departs. We are not responsible
for stolen items. Please take care.
