Friends of the Rappahannock
2000 Calendar of Events
Reservations and Pre-Payment Required - Please See Below
June
3-4 Great Rappahannock Whitewater Canoe Race Call for details.
4 Creepin' Critters Float *
Life abounds in the rocks on the river bottom. Come paddle the river and learn how to assess stream health by "reading the bugs" with guide Joseph Fiorello. 9am-~2pm Ã
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10 Native American Float
We'll float to the site of a historical Indian settlement on the Rappahannock and learn the history of the Native Americans who called this river home. 9am. Ã
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18 Civil War Float
Park Service Historian Greg Mertz leads this engaging paddle through the history of the Civil War...from the Rappahannock's perspective. Sells out early! 9am. Ã
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24 Something's Fishy...Float Trip O
Naturalist Kenny Mills will lead this float from Mott's Landing back to F.O.R. We'll search the river for turtles and mussels while learning about the still unexplained problems affecting these critters in the river. Bring a lunch; picnic on the rocks. 10am-3pm. Â
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July
15-16 River Camp Weekend!
Pro guide Smith Coleman and river-man Rick Kiehna lead this fun-filled 3 day camp for boys age 11-15. Canoeing, river camping, and fishing instruction. Space is limited! 3 day/2 night - includes meals. $150/child.
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We'll work up an appetite exploring tidal wetlands by canoe, and then paddle back to the Westmoreland Berry Farm to indulge ourselves with a fresh berry sundae (included). Great family fun! 9am-5pm à 
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23 Fredericksburg History Float
Join us for an afternoon canoe trip on flat water in Fredericksburg, exploring the history of the City and the River. 2-5pm. Â
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29 Photography Float w/ Steven Katz!
Join Free Lance-Star photographer Steven Katz on this Rappahannock canoe float and learn some of his secrets to taking that "perfect shot". 4-7pm. Meet at Fredericksburg's City Dock  Make Reservation
August
12 Lightening Bug Float
It's a magical experience to paddle the glassy river under moonlight. Join us as we learn all about the fireflies that light our way. 9pm. Meet at Fredericksburg's City Dock. Á
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19 Beaver Night Float
Nighttime is when the river comes alive - with Beavers ! Join guide Bob Sargeant on this evening float to see these busy critters at work. 9pm. Meet @ City Dock. Á
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26 Shark Tooth / Fossil Float F
We'll paddle along Westmoreland Park's Potomac shore and meet up with a naturalist for a program on the shark's teeth and fossils that abound on the shoreline. Bring a picnic lunch for the beach and a spaghetti strainer for fossil sifting! 10am-4pm. Ã
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September
16 Rappahannock RiverFest 2000
Wine and dine on crab and succulent steamship round of beef at FOR's annual gala on the banks of the Rappahannock at Ferry Farm, George Washington's Boyhood Home. Live music, fine food, entertainment, and an auction make this an annual sell out. Tickets in ADVANCE ONLY! $45/person. Call .
Fall River Cleanup ! By canoe and by foot. Contact F.O.R for date and time -
October
7-8 Starlight Overnighter <
Guide Bill Micks will lead you through the pristine "confluence" section of the Rappahannock. You'll camp under the stars at the junction of the Rappahannock and Rapidan. Bring own food and gear. 9am. Ä
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14 Birding Hike G See listing for May 6.
21 Rappahannock Fall Colors Float
We'll wrap up the season floating our beautiful river in its Fall finest. There's nothing like it! 10am-4pm. Ã
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Fee Schedule canoe equipment included
Members** Non-Members
À $4 indiv./$8 family* $5 indiv./$10 family*
Á $12 / $24 $15 / $30
 $16 / $32 $20 / $40
à $24 / $48 $30 / $60
Ä $32 / $64 $40 / $80
All proceeds support FOR's Conservation Programs!
LEGEND
Provide own transportation from FOR to site
Transportation provided from FOR Office
All programs originate at Friends of the Rappahannock's office, unless otherwise stated. Our street address (not for mailing) is 3219 Fall Hill Avenue in Fredericksburg. Our mailing address is listed below.
* The Family Rate is for up to 4 persons. The Family rate is for parents and their children only. Additional family members pay the individual rate.
**Annual FOR membership is $20/indiv. or $25/family. Join and receive your trip discount that day!
Reservations REQUIRED
Reservations are REQUIRED for all canoe trips and hikes. For signups or trip details, call FOR at , email us at , or visit our web site at www.crrl.org/for. Reservations are not final until we receive your payment. Mail payments to FOR, P.O. Box 7254, Fredericksburg, Va 22404. If we cancel, you will get a choice of a refund or a credit.
We'll put your name down on the trip list and hold a spot for one week until we receive your payment - which locks in your reservation. You space is not guaranteed until we receive your payment - so please send in your check right away.
F.O.R.
P.O. Box 7254
Fredericksburg, VA 22404
See you on the River !
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