- Ambassador,
- Cadette,
- Junior,
- Senior
This float is an easy class 1 river rapids from Buchanan to Arcadia
in beautiful Botetourt County. This trip is appropriate for beginners
as well as participants with experience. Kayaks, PFDs and other
necessary gear is provided. Event is led by Adventurers coordinators
trained in leading kayaking trips and river safety. Adults may only
participate if space is available.
Date: Sunday,
Sept. 24
Time: 10 AM - 4 PM (may fluctuate
slightly)
Location: James River in Botetourt County
(Buchanan to Arcadia)
Who: Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors and
Ambassadors (11+ years or older)
Fee: $25/participant
Min/Max Girls: 6/10
Badge/Patch included: no; optional Adventurers performance
t-shirts for $15 (short-sleeve) or $20 (long-sleeve); optional
previous t-shirts for $12 (short-sleeve); optional Adventurers
bandanna for $5 (please indicate items and sizes on
registration).
Registration Closes: Sept. 10 or
when equipment limits are met; after date, please call for
availability: 540-989-0203
To Register: email or
mail Adventurers
Girl Event Registration (#2277-G) (PLEASE USE THIS NEW
REGISTRATION FORM) and Water
Skill Certification (#2284) to:
Debbie
Clark
6661 Christopher Drive
Roanoke, VA 24018
denmotherfor3@yahoo.com
To Pay: mail payment (checks made payable to
Adventurers-Girl Scout Troop 1912) to Laura Burchett OR pay by Venmo
(account name: @GSAdventurers-GSTroop1912 = NEW ACCT NAME;
please indicate for "FYB: James River") OR pay by credit
card by contacting Laura Burchett at Lauraburchett90@gmail.com
Questions: Debbie Clark, denmotherfor3@yahoo.com, OR
Laura Burchett, Lauraburchett90@gmail.com
Note: Adults will only be accepted if spaces available
are not filled by girls, and only with paddling experience. Please let
us know on registration if you will be bringing your own boat and PFD;
this is encouraged if you are more comfortable in your own gear. All
adults participating must be registered Girl Scouts and background
checked. There is a 275 lb. weight limitation recognized for kayaks.
Adventurers Scholarship
Through the generosity
of donors, a scholarship fund has been established in honor of our
group’s founder, Barbara Duerk, to help girls participate in
Adventurers activities. Requests may not be more than $100/year, and
each application will be considered on a case by case basis. Details,
criteria and application for this scholarship fund can be found
here . Please submit scholarship applications one week before the
program's registration close date. Have questions? Reach out to this
program's coordinator listed here or directly to The Adventurers: adventurers1912@gmail.com
LEARN
ABOUT THE ADVENTURERS HERE
Adventurers is an
action-oriented group of older Girl Scouts who are seeking exciting
activities to challenge their capabilities, broaden their horizons,
and increase their self-confidence. It is for girls ages 11-17 and in
grades 6-12. Members often participate in rock climbing, caving,
kayaking, backpacking, travel, hiking and other similar high-adventure
activities. Check-out the latest Adventurers news via our Facebook private
group and Instagram page.
