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Woy Bridge Campground
P.O. Box 102
Bedford, Pennsylvania, 15522 USA
(814) 735-2768
E-Mail: canoe@bedford.net
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Sit-on-top kayaks on the Juniata

CANOEING & KAYAKING


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Adventure Marine Canoe & Kayak is located on the Raystown Branch of the Juniata River, one of Pennsylvania's official water trails. The Raystown Branch is a class I waterway, ideally suited for novices and beginners. It is slow moving with long quiet pools interrupted by interesting and easily navigated riffle-rapids.

We offer takeaway and on-site canoe and kayak rentals. We do not provide shuttle service or support river trips. We do provide published maps to assist paddlers with their own planning. Rentals include type III lifevests, paddles, and a basic briefing. We use top-quality Old Town canoes and kayaks. Our rental kayaks are easy to paddle and have large cockpit openings for added comfort. Sit-on-top and decked kayaks are available for takeaway or onsite rental.

What follows is a list of standard trips. The time indicated is the length of time it takes a beginner paddler to cover the river section in a steady, but leisurely way at normal river levels. If you take your time, or the river level is low, trips will take longer and can easily take twice the time noted. Remember to rate your group's abilities by the comfort level of the less experienced paddlers.

DAY TRIPS
TRIP 1
5-6 miles, 2-3 hours Juniata Crossings to Woy Bridge Campground - Good Fishing -. Great Scenery - Historic sites
TRIP 2
3 miles, 1.5 hours Campground to Burkett Bridge - Pleasant trip for those with limited time, the test paddle, or young children - Starts at the campground
TRIP 3
7-8 miles, 3-4 hours Campground to Ritchey Bridge Good trip to begin in the morning
TRIP 4
13 miles, 6-7 hours Everett to Campground. Good fishing. A day's work.
TRIP 5
14 miles, 6-7 hours Woy Bridge Campground to Cypher Bridge. A day's work. Must be in shape.
OVERNIGHT TRIPS - 2 DAYS
TRIP 6

Juniata Crossing to Ritchey Bridge via Woy Bridge Campground, 13 miles. Relaxed. Day 1- 5 miles & Day 2 - 8 miles.
TRIP 7
Everett to Cypher or Ritchey Bridge via Woy Bridge Campground, 25 miles Strenuous. Day 1 - 13 miles & Day 2 - 7 to 14 miles.

TUBE RENTALS

TUBE AT THE CAMPGROUND - $4 per tube - River shoes must be worn!

GROUP DISCOUNTS

6 or more boats
Weekends: 10% Discount for groups using 6 or more boats (any combination of canoes or kayaks).
Weekdays: 15% Discount for groups using 6 or more boats (any combination of canoes or kayaks).
Special paddling and camping rate discounts for Youth, Church, and Scout groups. Call or e-mail for details .

TAKEAWAY RENTALS & SHUTTLES

Takeaway Canoe or Kayak Rental Only: Includes boat, paddles, lifevests, but no shuttle service. Canoe: $25 per day for first two days & $14 per day thereafter; Kayak: $20 per day for first two days & $10 per day thereafter.

Campground boat rentals: The on-site daily rate is $15 per canoe and $12 per kayak. This is a 24 hour rental. The half-day rate (12 hours) is $10 per canoe and $9 per kayak.

Rules of the Road

Please respect the river - please make a special effort to bag your trash and pick up any refuse that you find along the way. Thanks!
BY LAW CHILDREN 12 AND UNDER ARE REQUIRED TO WEAR LIFE JACKETS. LIFE JACKETS SHOULD BE WORN AT ALL TIMES AND MUST NOT BE TIED INTO BOATS.

Three people per canoe. One per kayak.Pets are OK, if you can handle them.

ALCOHOL AND RIVER SPORTS DON'T MIX! (We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone we deem unfit for the river.)

LIABILITY -All river recreation has some inherent risks, therefore all renters must sign a liability waiver and an assumption of risk agreement. Persons under 18 years of age must have waiver signed by a parent or guardian. We assume no responsibility for personal safety or loss of personal property. Click here for a copy of our liability waiver. It may be downloaded and copied. Group coordinators should ensure that parents or guardians sign the waiver for minors - aged 17 and under.

RESERVATIONS: Recommended for weekends and holidays.

PRICING: All prices subject to 6% PA sales tax. We reserve the right to change rates at any time.

What to bring

Dress for the River!
  1. Thick-soled tennis shoes or booties are a must as you may be required to portage or tow your boat for short distances;
  2. Shoes are required for tube trips;
  3. Suntan lotion and a river hat;
  4. A change of clothes (wool or synthetics for spring and fall);
  5. Rain jacket or wind-breaker; Insect spray;
  6. Trash bags;
  7. Fishing license (if over 16) and gear;
  8. Rope to tie things in the boat;
  9. Drinking water or beverages (no glass containers or Styrofoam);
  10. Picnic lunch;
  11. Sunglasses and straps for glasses;
  12. Zip-lock bags to keep things dry;
  13. A watch.