October 2 - Guided Paddle Trip from the Store to Valley Falls and back
Join us on a natural & historical kayak paddle on the Blackstone River. After a Paddle & Safety Talk we will leave the store & paddle down to the Lonsdale Wetland Area before continuing down the Blackstone River with stops in several coves that offers views of wetland vegetation & wildlife. We’ll be finishing off the trip at Central Falls Landing before heading back up stream to the store.

Time: 9:00am to 12:30 pm
Cost: $30 Adults, $20 Teens, and $10 with our own boats.

With Hot dog & Hamburgers after trip add $5.00

October 3 - Guided Kayak Paddle on the Nemasket & Taunton Rivers
Join us on a paddle through wooded wetlands with giant beech trees and towering oaks. Starting from a historic 1700’s grist mill site off of Route 44, Middleboro, Mass, we follow the water path of the Native American as the Nemasket River winds its way to the Taunton River. At the merger we will continue along the Taunton River taking out at the South Street Bridge, Middleboro, Mass.

Distance: 12 miles
Approx. Trip Time: 5hours
Water Condition: Smooth with Quickwater at bridges.
Personal Equipment Needed: Water, snacks, Bug Repellent, Sun Block
Time: 8:30 am at store, 10:00 am at put in
Cost: $40.00 with own boat $20.00

October 5 - Basic Map & Compass Clinic
Yes we now have GPS units to guide us around the world, but what happens if your batteries die or the tree canopy blocks your satellite connection? Knowing how to read a map and use a compass is an important outdoor skill.

Time: 6:00pm to 8:00 pm
Cost: Free
Equipment needed: Compass, and pen

October 9 - Guided Paddle Trip from the Store to Valley Falls and back
Join us on a natural & historical kayak paddle on the Blackstone River. After a Paddle & Safety Talk we will leave the store & paddle down to the Lonsdale Wetland Area before continuing down the Blackstone River with stops in several coves that offers views of wetland vegetation & wildlife. We’ll be finishing off the trip at Central Falls Landing before heading back up stream to the store.

Time: 9:00am to 12:30 pm & 2:00pm to 5:00pm
Cost: $30 Adults, $20 Teens, and $10 with our own boats.

October 10 - Guided Hike with the Rhode Island College Outdoor Club
Blackstone Valley Outfitters will be leading a hike for the RI College Outdoor Club on Massachusetts highest peak, Wachusett Mountain. During the hike we will be offering clinics in gear usage, plant identification and back country navigation.

October 11 - Guided Fall foliage Paddle from the Store to Valley Falls and back
Join us on a natural & historical kayak paddle on the Blackstone River. After a Paddle & Safety Talk we will leave the store & paddle down to the Lonsdale Wetland Area before continuing down the Blackstone River with stops in several coves that offers views of wetland back up stream to the store.

Time: 9:30am to 12:30 pm
Cost: $30 Adults, $20 Teens, and $10 with our own boats.

October 12 - Backpacking 101
Ever wanted to extend your day hikes to weekend treks or maybe living your dream of hiking for 5 months on the AT? Join Ray of Bootlugs for a 5 part course in backpacking.

Time: 6:30 pm
Cost: $10 per course or $40 paid in advance for full package.

October 16 - Take your Boss Paddling on a Guided 5 hour Kayak Trip
Today is National Boss Day so join us for a day of paddling on the Blackstone River. We will be meeting at the store and car pooling up to Woonsocket, RI putting in at River Island Park and paddling back to the store.  The trip will include 4 portages around historic dams.

Personal Equipment Needed: Water, snacks, Lunch, Bug Repellent
Time: 9:00am
Cost: $60.00 with own boat $30.00

October 17 - AMC 2010 Fall Gathering Sponsored by the Worcester Chapter of the AMC
Blackstone Valley Outfitters will be running a Dutch Oven Cooking Demo at 9:00 am and a Dehydration Demo at 11:00am during this family oriented event, so stop by. The 3 day event will be held at the Prindle Pond Conference Center Hilltop in Charlton, Ma. For more information on the event go to www.amcfallgathering2010.com

October 23 - Guided Fall foliage Paddle through History
Join us on a morning paddle up the historic Blackstone Canal. During our trip, check out local wildlife and vegetation. Our return trip will start with a portage into the Blackstone River. Traveling down river through quick-water, historic mills and woodlands.

Personal Equipment Needed: Water, snacks, Bug Repellent, Sun Block
Time: 9:30am
Cost: $30.00/ with own boat $10.00

October 24 - Guided Fall foliage Paddle to Valley Falls Wetland & Back
Come join us on a Morning paddle along the Blackstone River. We will be leaving the store and paddling down river with visits to several coves and wetlands

Personal Equipment Needed: Water, snacks, Bug Repellent, Sun Block

October 30 - Guided hike on Mount Monadnock, Jeffery, NH
At 3,165 ft Mount Monadnock is the tallest mountain in the area for 30 miles and is 2,000 feet above the surrounding landscape, offers on a clear day outstanding vistas. Come join us on hiking the mountain that helped inspire Thoreau, Emerson and Walden.

Equipment needed: Contact store.
Time: 7:00am meet at store to car pool with other hikers.
Cost: $15.00 part of cost covers park fee.

October 31 - Store Halloween Party
We will be having an open house and cookout for all our family and friends that have supported us on our endeavor. There will be kayaking, biking and a campfire with ghost stories from 1:00 pm till the ghosts go home.