Kayak approximately 6 miles on the scenic blueway trail of the Roanoke
River. This section of the blueway travels through Salem and is a good
intro to kayaking. This float is suitable for beginners and intermediate
paddlers. Kayaks, PFDs, and other necessary gear is provided. Event is
led by Adventurers coordinators trained in leading kayaking trips and
river safety. Location may change based on weather and water conditions. .
Date:
Sunday, June 7
Time:
10 AM - 4 PM
Location:
Roanoke River (Green Hill Park to Rotary Park), Salem/Roanoke Co.
Who:
Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors (11+ years or older)
Fee:
$25/participant
Min/Max Girls:
3/14
Badge/Patch Included?:
no; girls may purchase additional Adventurers merchandise (patch,
decals, bandanna, ballcap, performance t-shirts); details listed on the
event registration.
Registration Closes:
May 1
To Register:
email
Adventurers
Girl Event Registration
(#2277-G) and
Water
Skill Certification
(#2284) to:
Angie Shirley
shirleyangelamae@gmail.com
To Pay:
mail payment (checks made payable to Adventurers-Girl Scout Troop 1912)
to Laura Burchett (7551 Nandina Drive, Roanoke VA 24018) OR pay by Venmo
(account name:
@GSAdventurers-GSTroop1912
; please indicate for "FYB-Roanoke") OR pay by credit card by
contacting Laura Burchett at
Lauraburchett90@gmail.com
Questions:
Angie Shirley,
shirleyangelamae@gmail.com
or 540-493-2854
Note:
If WATER LEVELS are too low on this river to float our boats, then we
may change our float to another river location (such as the James River
or Maury River). If you are unable to travel to this new location, then
refunds will be issued.
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, have a cleared background
check, and have taken these two trainings: GS104 Orientation for Support
Volunteers and 281 Red Cross Water Safety for Parents and Caregivers
(Volunteers). 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:
adventurers1912scholarship@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.