October 2008

 
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Guided Trip
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Fall Orienteering Course
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Backpacking 101
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S C H E D U L E   O F   E V E N T S
  • Oct. 1st - Fall Night Bike Ride
    Come join us for something different; nighttime bikes ride on the Blackstone bike path. Bring a headlamp or lighting for your bike. Ghost stories told by guide.
    Time: 6:00 pm To 8:30 pm
    Cost: Free
    Bike Rentals Available
  • Oct. 4th - Fall Guided Kayak Trip Blackstone Canal & River, Cumberland/Lincoln, RI
    Paddle the Historic Blackstone Canal in Lincoln, RI and enjoy a New England autumn. Then portage into the river for a fast pace return trip in Cumberland, RI.
    Time: 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
    Cost: $30.00 Adults, $20.00 Teens $10.00 Youth

    Fall Guided Kayak Trip Valley Fall Pond, Cumberland/Lincoln/Central Falls RI
    Everyone that paddles with us along this section of the Blackstone cant believe were in
    RI. Leaving the store we head down stream to Valley Falls Pond and the Central Falls Landing. During the paddle we will visit several coves and hidden wetland areas that are the home for several different types of wildlife.
    Time: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
    Cost: $30.00 Adults, $20.00 Teens $10.00 Youth
  • Oct. 5th - Fall Hike along the King Philips & Goat Hill Trails, Uxbridge, Mass.
    We will meet at Blackstone Valley Outfitters and car pool over to River Bend Farms. Hiking though great white pine and hardwoods to Lookout Rock for a spectacular view of the river valley. Returning to the west side of the river we will take a hike to Goat Hill Lock (One of the last intact locks along the canal) and return over Goat Hill.
    Time: 8:00 am to 11:00 am
    Cost: $10.00

    Fall Guided Kayak Trip Valley Fall Pond, Cumberland/Lincoln/Central Falls RI
    Everyone that paddles with us along this section of the Blackstone cant believe were in
    RI. Leaving the store we head down stream to Valley Falls Pond and the Central Falls Landing. During the paddle we will visit several coves and hidden wetland areas that are the home for several different types of wildlife.
    Time: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
    Cost: $30.00 Adults, $20.00 Teens $10.00 Youth

 

  • Oct. 7th - Dutch Oven Cooking Demo
    Stop by the store and enjoy a sample of old time outdoors cooking. We will go over care of a Dutch oven, how to set temperatures with charcoal and cook a great meal.
    Time: 6:00 pm
    Cost: Free
  • Oct. 12th - Fall Orienteering Course
    Stop by the store and test your compass proficiency. An orienteering course will be set for your enjoyment. Check in at the store, obtain your course and compete for the best time. Time slots of 1- hours will be set up so pre-registration is required.
    Time: 8:00am to 3:30 pm
    Cost: Free
  • Oct. 13th - Fall Guided Kayak Trip Blackstone Canal & River, Cumberland/Lincoln, RI
    Paddle the Historic Blackstone Canal in Lincoln, RI and enjoy a New England autumn. Then portage into the river for a fast pace return trip in Cumberland, RI.
    Time: 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
    Cost: $30.00 Adults, $20.00 Teens $10.00 Youth


    Fall Guided Kayak Trip Valley Fall Pond, Cumberland/Lincoln/Central Falls RI
    Everyone that paddles with us along this section of the Blackstone cant believe were in
    RI. Leaving the store we head down stream to Valley Falls Pond and the Central Falls Landing. During the paddle we will visit several coves and hidden wetland areas that are the home for several different types of wildlife.
    Time: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
    Cost: $30.00 Adults, $20.00 Teens $10.00 Youth
  • Oct. 18th - Fall Guided Trip River Island Park Woonsocket, RI to Store, Mendon Road, Cumberland, RI.
    Meeting at BVO we will car pool to River Island Park in Woonsocket, RI and spend a day paddling back to our store. During the trip the group will explore an underground culvert, several coves and remains of the old canal. There is a section of Class I white water and 4 portages around dams during our trip. Bring a lunch for a stop on Kelly Island.
    Time: 9:00am to 3:00 pm
    Cost: $60.00 Adults; $40.00 Teens (13 to 15)
  • Oct. 19th - Fall Guided Kayak Trip Valley Fall Pond, Cumberland/Lincoln/Central Falls RI
    Everyone that paddles with us along this section of the Blackstone cant believe were in
    RI. Leaving the store we head down stream to Valley Falls Pond and the Central Falls Landing. During the paddle we will visit several coves and hidden wetland areas that are the home for several different types of wildlife.
    Time: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
    Cost: $30.00 Adults, $20.00 Teens $10.00 Youth
  • Oct. 21st – Backpacking 101
    Once a month we will be running a backpacking course that will cover the fine art of trekking. Our instructor from Boot Lugs has over 25 years of experience in the backcountry. The course will conclude with a backpack trek in the northeast.
    Time: 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
  • Oct. 25th - Guided Kayak Trip from Depot St., Grafton, Mass to Riverdale St., Northbridge, Mass.
    A paddle through history as we kayak through several historic mill villages with flat waters, quick-water and Class I white water. Checking out several backwaters where great blue heron, wood ducks muskrat and turtles reside. We will be meeting at the store and car pooling to site.
    Time: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
    Cost: $40.00 Adults, $25.00 Teens

 

* Don't forget we rent Boats & Bikes everyday! *

We will also run special trips for groups on Sundays.
For more information call or visit us at the store.

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