Scout Groups
We are your professional partners for planning the best in West Virginia boy scout and youth group outdoor adventure. As a well-respected group of adventure companies, we are experts in providing scout and youth groups well-organized outdoor fun which brings out the best in everyone. Through careful assessment of group needs and expectations, we provide a comprehensive set of adventure activities, learning opportunities, delicious meals, comfortable lodging facilities, and any support services you may require. We promise to exceed your scout troop’s expectations!
Whitewater rafting challenges young people on a different level. It brings the river to life in a way many have never seen and encourages cooperation. It is in the midst of each rapid that young people find personal inner strength. You can choose from easy float trips on the New River...to more challenging sections of the New and the Gauley Rivers.
Rock climbing promotes problem solving skills and conquering self-doubt as youth see that they can climb higher or rappel off the back of a high cliff. No longer are they just kids on an amusement park ride. They are challenging the forces of nature and learning to trust their own capabilities. Download our Scout Group Planning Guide here.
Scout Adventure Programs
Venture Crew: Your crew will flip over this high-intensity adventure trip. Scouts will learn to appreciate this unique opportunity to become educated on the environment, facilitate personal development in “out of the box” venues. In a world filled with good and bad choices, this influential time is perfect for introducing them to activities that will keep them on the right path.
Boy Scout Trips: Talk about developing character while staying fit! Your scouts will learn who they are and who they want to be. They will also develop new interests that they may have never known were out there. Goal number one: keeping them inspired! Mini Youth Trips: Everyone seems to be short on time these days, including the kids. If you are taking another trip and pass by our Adventure Center, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to recharge for the long drive home. Join us on a quick rapid run, half-day rock climb or half-day canopy tour. The ride will go by quickly as your recap your adventure.
Most Popular Scout Packages
Teams Development Course: Located along a gentle trail system our Teams Development Course provides groups a series of initiatives or constructed problem solving challenges, each crafted or “front loaded” specifically for an exploration of student life issues. The entire course experience is designed to meet established learning outcomes.
Canopy Tour: Our Canopy zip line and Sky Bridges tour provides students the ultimate combination of thrilling heights and plunges with unparalleled environmental appreciation. Students explore the lush Mill Creek watershed via a series of zips lines and cable bridges. Teams of eight students travel through the tour together creating a shared experience of adventure, fun, and nature appreciation.
New River Rafting Trip: There’s nothing else that creates team bonding as naturally as a whitewater rafting trip; pitching in together to make it through each maneuver, the feeling of victory as you conquer a Class IV or V rapid, the calm serenity of the pools as you take in the amazing sites of the Gorge. These experiences bring folks together in an indescribable way.
Rock Climbing and Rappelling: Whether your scouts are experienced in climbing or complete beginners, our guides are able to cater to your needs. They’ll walk you through the basics of necessary knots and safety equipment and teach you how to run from there.
Whitewater Merit Badge
Our Whitewater Merit Badge program can take place in one or two days. For the full-experience, try our Upper/Lower New River Two-day Package. Your scouts will see the river from duckies on day one, getting a close-up view of the river. On day two, your scouts will see more aggressive rapids and more distinct river features. If you don’t have the time, you can do the crash course Lower New River package that includes the more difficult river section in full size rafts.
- Identify and explain the use of safety equipment on the river.
- Explain the International Scale of Difficulty and apply the scale to the stretch of river where you are. Identify special characteristics of the river that are factors in your classification.
- Explain how to scout and read the river both while afloat and from shore.
- Identify paddles designed for white water rafting and explain their special characteristics.
- Discuss inflatable boats on moving water.
- Participate in a 1-day white water rafting trip.
Scouts must have First Aid and Canoe Merit Badge to complete the entire Whitewater Merit Badge checklist.
Climbing Merit Badge
The Climbing Merit Badge program can take place in one or two days. If you have skilled “knotters,” one day may be enough time on the rope to practice the other required skills. Your younger scouts may need the extra time with their knots before they can advance to the climbing activities. Or your scouts may just enjoy their on-belay and not want to leave the cliff.
- Present yourself properly for belaying, climbing and rappelling
- Discuss safety, types of climbing and route classifications
- Demonstrate your knowledge of proper verbal signals for climbing, rappelling and bouldering
- Discuss and demonstrate proper rope handling skills
- Demonstrate the ability to tie several different knots and explain their use
- Correctly put on a commercially made harness or a tied harness
- Explain the importance of belaying and demonstrate proper belay techniques on ascending and descending climbers
- Demonstrate set up and rappelling techniques
Scouts must have First Aid Badge to complete the entire Climbing Merit Badge checklist
