Ways to Save Money This Gauley Season
Gauley Season is almost here! If we’re being honest (which we are), we haven’t been this excited for Gauley Season since last Gauley Season! Here’s the scoop on the best days of the year: The Upper Gauley is comprised of two sections, the Upper and the Lower. The Upper is home to five Class V […]
Is the New River Gorge Worth Visiting?
The New River Gorge has been on the radar among adventure enthusiasts since the 1970s when whitewater rafting became a commercial endeavor on the river. But is the new River Gorge worth visiting? With a long history of pioneering outdoor recreation, plus laid-back activities for those searching for a relaxing experience, the New River Gorge […]
2023 Gauley Season
Gauley Season 2023 September 8-11, 15-18, 22-25 and 29-30 October 1-2, 6-8, 14-15 and 21-22 It’s here! The 2023 Gauley Season release dates have arrived. And just like Groundhog Day, this event comes once a year. For six weekends beginning in September, you can experience the best whitewater the east coast has to offer, right […]
Is West Virginia Known for Whitewater Rafting?
West Virginia is known for her mountains, her kind people, and (of course) her pepperoni rolls. But West Virginia is also known for whitewater rafting. With trips for the littlest of littles to those seeking the thrill of the lifetime, there’s a good reason that West Virginia is known for whitewater rafting. There are very […]
Adventures on the Gorge Job Fair – April 16
Our second job fair is scheduled for April 16, from 10am – 2pm at the Lookout Post. We are looking for: Housekeepers Food and beverage – front and back Retail Reservations Front desk Bus drivers Janitorial staff Grounds and maintenance teams Raft Guide training will have already started and we are also not hiring aerial […]
Camp Free With Rafting
Get 1 FREE Night Camping with Every Raft Trip Booked For a limited time only, you will receive 1 FREE night camping with every rafting trip you purchase for dates April 1 – September 4, 2022. Offer ends December 31, 2021. * Excludes Holidays (Memorial Day, July 4th), Overnights. No other discounts valid. Valid for […]
Valentine’s Day Dinner
February 12th SOLD OUT Join us as for a night of romance at Smokey’s featuring a six-course couples dinner. When booking your reservation you will be asked for your menu selection for both guests to ensure your romantic dinner will prepared to your liking. Space is limited to 60 couples. 6:00pm – 9:00pm Reservation Deadline […]
Adventures on the Gorge Job Fair – March 12
Adventures on the Gorge will be hosting a Job Fair on March 12, 2022 from 10am – 2pm at the Lookout Post. On the spot interviews for all positions. Housekeeping Food & Beverage Retail Whitewater Rafting Guides Aerial Guides Hiking Guides Rock Climbing Guides (must have AMCA cert) Reservationists Grounds Maintenance CDL Drivers Lifeguards and […]
Holiday Sale
Get $125 in gift certificates for only $100 For a limited time only, you can get $125 in gift certificates for only $100. You will receive a $25 gift certificate free with every $100 gift certificate purchased. No restrictions or limit to number of purchases. Sale valid November 22 – December 6, 2021. BUY NOW
The Best Holiday Venue in Almost Heaven
As the leaves fall, the mountain air cools, and rafting season comes to a close, we start to get excited about the second-best time of the year: a time full of meaningful gatherings and holiday cheer. You see, at Adventures on the Gorge, our expertise goes beyond how to have fun outdoors. We also know […]
Meet Your Guide – Matt Stamm
Adventures on the Gorge: How and when did you fall in love with white water rafting? How and when did you become a guide? Matt Stamm: During the Spring/Summer of 1999, I had just graduated from college at Ohio State University and my roommate talked me into coming to the New River Gorge to train […]
Adventures Bring Friends Together
How 7 friends from different states found themselves on a raft floating down the Lower Gauley Like many across the country, the challenges brought forth by the Covid-19 pandemic dramatically changed our lives. Our friend group originally met during our freshman year at Harvard University in Boston. We all grew up in very different parts […]