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River Runners - Who we are |
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American Whitewater Affiliate
Dedicated to the Preservation and Enjoyment of Our Wild Waters
Based in Lynchburg, VA, the Blue Ridge
River Runners Canoe and Kayak Club was formed in December of 1984, and
has since grown to be the third largest paddlers' organization in
Virginia. Whether you are a beginner, or advanced paddler, whether you
are into flatwater boating or Class V whitewater, we have something for
you. Our newsletters and our website list frequent trips on regional
rivers, led by experienced paddlers.
The Club sponsors several exciting
annual events, such as our West Virginia Whitewater Extravaganza,
during which we camp, feast, canoe, kayak and raft West Virginia's
famous New River Gorge, or our yearly visit to the Nantahala Outdoor
Center for their Guest Appreciation Festival and flea market. We
frequently organize multi-day (up to three weeks) trips to Arizona,
Utah, Montana, Wyoming, Idaho, Washington, Oregon, California,
Colorado, Ontario and Quebec Canada, and maybe even Alaska.
Our Club is affiliated with
American Whitewater, and several
other major paddling organizations.
Several local and regional Outfitters
offer our members significant discounts on purchases at their stores.
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| BRRR Goals
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Our goals are:
- River Safety and Rescue
- Paddling Instruction
- Conservation and Protection of Virginia streams
and rivers.
- Introducing like-minded people to the beauty
and grandeur of our wild waters.
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Newsletter |
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A bi-monthly newsletter is mailed to
every member approximately ten days prior to each scheduled
meeting. This publication keeps members informed about upcoming
trips and programs, and offers some fun reading about past
trips. It also serves as a reminder about the upcoming meeting.
Also featured are trip reports and articles from, by, and about
our fellow paddlers. Please send your articles and reports to
our Newsletter Editor,
Joe Schuppe
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Whitewater Rafting |
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owns several whitewater rafts, which are available for
BRRR-sponsored activities. Additionally, they are available for rent
as an accommodation to our members. A small per-participant, per-day
raft maintenance fee ($25 for members, and $30 for non-members) is
charged to help BRRR to defray the costs of maintaining the
rafts and related equipment. No profit or monetary gain is made from
this service. Helmets, lifejackets, pumps, first-aid kits and
paddles are furnished with the rafts. For more information on
planning a raft trip,
click
here. Several experienced raft
guides are available from within our membership to guide your trip.
Our guides are all volunteers; they receive no pay for their
services.
During the summer months, the rafts are in great
demand. Reservations are absolutely necessary. Call early. Check
the Raft Schedule for
availability.
To reserve your raft and to arrange for a guide,
contact the Raft Custodian,
Howard Kirkland, at 434-941-1225.
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| Instruction
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first priority, rescue workshops are held frequently to help trip
leaders and potential trip leaders refresh their safety skills.
Also, within the Club are a number of certified whitewater
instructors, for both open and decked boats. BRRR also has certified
Red Cross First Aid and CPR instructors. Classes are scheduled
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Outfitters: Canoes, kayaks, rafts and
gear |
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Many of these Outfitters offer a significant discount to Blue Ridge
River Runners members. Be sure to mention your affiliation when placing
an order.
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