Kayaking Trip into the Cuyahoga River Valley Gorge with Volunteer Gary Whidden


Item Number: 209

Time Left: CLOSED

Value: $300

Online Close: Dec 7, 2010 8:00 PM EST

Bid History: 18 bids - Item Sold!






Description

Explore the astounding Cuyahoga River Valley Gorge in Cuyahoga Falls in kayaks with volunteer, Gary Whidden, and kayaking friends. This is a flat water paddle into a section of the Valley Gorge that has been restricted for many years. We will view the high walls of the gorge, with their colorful geology and lush vegetation, and walk on massive stone structures that are 165 years old. We will see and walk parts of the Grand Promenade which was part of a tourist attraction that drew 10,000 people a day in the 1880’s. It’s the perfect spot to relax, enjoy nature and imagine how a free flowing river could restore this area to it's past.

Special Instructions

This trip is limited to 2 people ages 16 and up. The trip will be about 3 hours.  The trip will be on a weekend during May or June of 2011 at a mutually agreed upon time. Kayaks and all equipment will be provided. No previous kayaking experience needed but must be able to swim and walk on rough, slippery terrain. Participants should be able to help launch kayaks.


Winner can pick up certificate Saturday, December 11, 2010 through Sunday, December 19, 2010 at Park Place in Peninsula, 1593 Main Street, Peninsula 44264 (open daily, 10 am-5 pm). Certificate can be mailed to you after December 13, 2010 at no charge, upon request.

Donated by

Gary Whidden, A Citizen of the Valley