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WILD GUYde Adventures, LLC 1047
Stuart St. Harrisonburg,
VA 22802 (540)
433-1637 “I
will exchange a city for a sunset, the tramp of legions for a wind’s wild
cry, and all the braggard thrusts of steel triumphant for one far summit,
blue against the sky.” (Marie Blake) |
Rock
Climbing, Caving, and more outdoor adventures for you, within “spittin’
range” of Did you know that, within 1 ˝ hours of town, you can
go: ·
Day-hiking to peaks and waterfalls in the ·
Rock
climbing and rappelling in the
North River or Lee Ranger Districts, along ·
Caving (underground of course)! ·
Canoe
paddling on the South Fork of
the WILD GUYde Adventures
provides guided beginner level outdoor adventures and competent instruction
in activity fundamentals. We use
various areas in the George Washington and Who
wants to go? ·
A beginning
climber wanting personalized guiding/instruction in anchoring, belaying,
movement technique, and rappelling ·
Family
groups/vacation trips ·
A Dad or Mom looking
for a special experience with a son or daughter ·
A church youth
group wanting a day or several of guided outdoor adventure in the Shenandoah
Valley ·
Children’s
clubs and Scout troops (Rock Climbing Merit badge available) ·
A bunch of
friends or co-workers looking for a fun day in the National Forest ·
A creative
teacher ready to link outdoor recreation with environmental awareness and
natural science for his or her young students Some Special Ideas for Summer 2010! ·
Now,
in this anxious year, families need time away and together, providing support
and encouragement – a getaway that is meaningful but doesn’t cost an arm and
a leg. Adventure together, and come out of the day a stronger family. There’s a “stay-cation” not far from you, here in the Shenandoah Valley, or
the mountains of the Blue Ridge or the Allegheny Front! ·
Do
you have an active Pop-Pop or Grandma who can hike, but doesn’t want to do
the vertical stuff? Invite them into
your family event, and claim our “Camera-Carrier discount” (50% off
for one person in your group who is just along for the ride!) ·
How
about a “Girlfriend Getaway” – an adventure outing that you put
together for ladies only!? Our male
guide will keep his mouth shut ALL day (well . . . MOST of the day)! What
about skills? We can offer all the way from casual outdoor fun to family
excitement to EXTREME. As we plan with you, we’ll decide together
what your readiness is, and tailor a trip that meets your interests and
needs. How
much does it cost? Rates vary depending upon the size of the group, the
activity chosen, and the site selected.
Check out the links on the left for the trip prices on the activities
that interest you. Group rates and consecutive
day discounts are available. Please
inquire. What do
I do next? Download and print the Medical
Form, the Participant Agreement,
and the what-to-bring list, and start to gather
your gear. Then, to begin your adventure
planning, or to arrange dates, rates and meeting points, contact us at: (540)
433-1637 or Lester@wildguyde.com Some
other details ·
Lester R. Zook is the WILD GUYde. He is a Wilderness First Responder, and is a
certified member of the American
Mountain Guides Association (Single Pitch Instructor). ·
WGA’s guiding season is 7 days a week May through
August, and weekends in the spring and fall.
Call early to reserve; weekends in particular can fill quickly. ·
WILD GUYde will provide all technical equipment (ropes,
harnesses, helmets, etc.). A personal things-to-bring list will be provided. ·
We can also
help with lodging ideas. We can recommend from primitive to posh – National Forest campgrounds, drive-up motels,
and some delightful Bed and Breakfast inns! ·
Some activities
have inherent risks; that’s the meaning of the word adventure. Clients will be
asked to fill out a Medical Form and sign a Participant Agreement to participate. ·
A half-
day is an experience lasting up to 4 hours, from trailhead to
trailhead. A paying client is anyone
who leaves the vehicle with the adventure group, regardless of their level of
subsequent participation.
·
Group Discount: For groups of 10 or larger,
we disregard the starter fee, and simply bill the per-person rate. ·
Payment is
requested within 15 days after the event.
Payment by cash or check; unfortunately, credit card payments cannot
be accepted at this time. Gratuities
are never expected, and always appreciated.
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WGA is a permittee with the George Washington and Monongahela
National Forests, and along
Virginia’s Blue Ridge. WGA practices
environmental stewardship, and is a member of the Access Fund, the National
Speleological Society, and the Harrisonburg Rockingham Chamber of
Commerce. WGA is an equal
opportunity employer and provider. |
