Frequent Questions
Here you will find a list of commonly asked questions.
Simply click on the question for the answer. If you
still have questions, please call us toll-free, 1-800-356-7238,
we will be happy to answer any questions you may have.
What If
It Rains?
All trips run rain or shine....afterall, you will
be wet all day anyhow. For current weather information
and forecasts, click the weather image to the right.
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What Size
Rafts Do You Use?
We use top quality AIRE brand rafts. Our standard
trips use a 15 foot, 8 person raft while our high
adventure trips are outfitted in 12 foot 4/6 person
rafts. Our fleet of rafts are maintained to the highest
standards and all of our rafts are self-bailing, highly
maneuverable and designed to give you the best ride
possible.
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What
Is a Duckie?
A duckie is an inflatable kayak which we can include,
at no additional charge, on any of our Upper or Middle
New River trips. These are easy to use, maneuverable
and provide hours of fun and excitement.
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How
Many Do I Need To Make a Reservation?
If we already have a trip scheduled you can come with
as many or as few as you wish. If a trip is not already
scheduled for the day or section you wish to raft,
we ask that you have a minimum group size of 4. Please
call for availability, 1-800-356-7238. We will do
everything possible to accommodate you and your group,
no matter how big or small.
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How
Many In a Raft or Duckie?
Our rafts are made for up to 8 paddlers and a guide
with our high adventure rafts accommodating 4 paddlers
on the Gauley River and 6 on the New River. Our duckies
are constructed for both one and two paddlers.
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Who
Can Raft? How Old Do I Have To Be?
Just about anybody can go rafting with us. Our minimum
ages vary depending upon the type of trip you desire.
Our Upper and Middle New River trips have a minimum
age of 6, Lower New and Lower Gauley trips have a
minimum age of 12 and our Upper Gauley trips have
a minimum age of 16. We ask that all paddlers be in
reasonably good physical condition. If you are unsure
if you are physically fit, please consult your physician.
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How
Long Is The Trip?
Each of our full day trips are on the water for 5-6
1/2 hours with half day (express trips) being on the
water for about 3-3 1/2 hours. See individual trip
descriptions for approzimate trip times. Varying water
conditions and other factors beyond our control can
make these times run either slightly longer or shorter.
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What
Is For Lunch?
Lunch is included with all of our full day rafting
trips. A riverside, deli-style, lunch will be set-up
by your guides. It is a build your own sandwich with
varying deli meats, cheeses and condiments. Fresh
fruit, dessert, chips and cold drinks are also provided.
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What
Should I Wear?
During spring and fall months you must be prepared
for varying weather conditions. Remember: DO NOT wear
cotton. We recommend, wool, polyester fleece or other
synthetic fiber materials which stay warm when wet.
During the summer a simple bathing suit, t-shirt and
sunscreen suffice. Please remember to wear secured
footwear, old tennis shoes or sandals work great.
Songer does make wetsuits available for rent on a
first-come, first-serve basis.
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Do
You Have a Campground?
Yes, we have a spacious wooded campground. Our campground
is located adjacent to our check-in area and outfitter
store. Tent camping and rustic cabins are available,
each site has a fire ring, nearby picnic tables and
use of our shower house. Currently we do not offer
RV hookups, however, please call and we will gladly
give you the phone number of nearby RV park which
does.
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Do
You Sell Firewood?
Yes, you may purchase bundles of firewood in our outfitter
store.
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Where
Can I Find Guardianship Forms?
We have our forms online for your convenience. Using
the free Adobe Acrobat Reader, you can download and
print guardianship forms, tax exempt forms and our
group organizer kit. Visit our download
center to view these forms. Or you can call our
office toll-free, 1-800-356-7238, and we will gladly
mail them to you.
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