black river Group Leader Checklist
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Be sure everyone meets the minimum age requirements for your raft trip. |
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Explain payment and cancellation policies (see below) to each participant. |
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Be sure each minor child's waiver form is co-signed by a parent or guardian. |
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Give everyone driving directions and arrival time. Please emphasize the importance of being on time. |
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Make any cancellations at least 15 days in advance. |
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Make final payment on time to assure your reservation. |
Important: Raft trips must launch according to strictly enforced schedules. We cannot wait or be responsible for getting our guests on the river if they arrive late. Please allow adequate leeway to assure that you don't arrive later than your scheduled arrival time. Driving directions are available on this web site and in our printed brochure.
What to bring for Whitewater Rafting at the black river
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Old sneakers |
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Bathing suit or shorts |
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Change of clothes and shoes |
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Eyeglass straps |
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Suntan lotion and a cap or visor in summer |
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Wool hat, sweater, socks, gloves - in early spring |
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Light windbreaker (no hood) |
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Driver's license (if renting wet suits - 1 license per 6 suits) |
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Cash - for souvenir photos, T-shirts, and other whitewater goodies! |
Please Do Not Bring On The black River!
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Alcohol/drugs |
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Ice chest (these take up too much room and can pose a hazard in rough water) |
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Hooded rain suits/ponchos (unsafe for use in moving water) |
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Bare feet, sandals, "crocs" or flip-flops (unsafe on the river) |
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Cotton clothing in cold weather (makes you colder when wet; use polypropylene or wool) |
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Expensive camera |
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Jewelry, valuables |
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Wallets, keys |
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Pets |
Important Policies
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Timely arrival is imperative. We cannot wait, and there can be no refunds for late arrivals. |
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Alcohol and drugs are not permitted. Anyone who, in our judgment, is under the influence will be denied participation, without refund. |
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Last minute additions made on the day of your trip must be paid by cash, money order, certified check or credit card. No personal checks please. |
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No refunds can be made for no-shows, late arrivals or late cancellations. 50% refund is available for cancellations made 7 to 14 days in advance. 100% refund for cancellations at least 15 days in advance. |
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Trips go rain or shine. If in doubt, call ahead (800-443-8554). |
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Wet suits are required in March and April, and occasionally at other times of unusually cool or inclement weather. |
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Each participant is required to read and sign a liability waiver and covenant not to sue. |
Good things to know before you arrive at our
black river Rafting Center...
ARRIVAL Time is not Departure Time!
Your written confirmation includes an "Arrival Time" for each of the activities you've reserved. This is the time that you and your group should be on-site, ready to begin the process of completing paperwork and dressing for the trip. It isn't the time the rafts are scheduled to launch, nor is it the time the bus shuttle leaves for the river.
In Your Raft - To Bring Or Not To Bring!
Ice chests and coolers are not permitted. Please do not bring into the raft your change of clothes, towels, valuables, keys, cameras (if not waterproof), or other items. These can be easily lost or damaged if taken in the raft.
What To Wear!
Old sneakers, shorts and a T-shirt are usually best. What ever you wear is likely to get wet. A baseball cap or visor can be helpful on bright, sunny days. In cooler weather, wet suits can be rented at our Adventure Center. They are not included in the raft trip price; however, advance reservations or advance payment are not needed for wet suits. We recommend against wearing cotton under the suits because this can make you colder. Nylon, polypro, wool blends or other synthetics work best. Polypro offers the best combination of comfort and warmth and is available in the Adventure Center store. A light windbreaker over the wet suit is helpful on colder days. No hooded rain suits, please.
Bring The Correct Footwear!
Wet suit booties work best during cooler seasons. Otherwise please wear old sneakers. Loose-fitting sandals, flip flops, "crocs" or bare feet are not permitted.
Strap On Your Glasses!
Eye glasses are permitted although discouraged unless needed. Eyeglass straps are essential. Contacts are acceptable, but may at times be splashed or otherwise affected.
black river Water Levels Can Change Quickly!
River levels can sometimes rise or fall unexpectedly. When we are able, we'll notify you in advance if a dramatic change has occurred. In all cases, though, we'll select the best available river route, based on the preferences you've requested.
Frequently Asked Questions >>
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For Reservations & Information Contact:
Adventure Center at Whitewater Challengers
PO Box 8
White Haven, PA 18661
(800) 443-RAFT
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Directions to Black River
Adventure Center:
Whitewater Challengers
Foster Park Road
Dexter, NY 13634 |
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