River of the Year Sojourn on Youghiogheny was great!
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The Youghiogheny River Sojourn is a 4-day excursion scheduled July 17-20 on Pennsylvania's 2008 River of the Year.
The Youghiogheny River, known simply as the Yough or "Yawk," was selected as River of the Year by the state Department of Conservation and Natural Resources because it has remarkable scenery, its whitewater section is known around the world and it is incredibly rich in history, including a history of mining that created significant environmental degradation from which the river has mostly recovered.
We'll begin our journey at the Youghiogheny River Lake near Confluence and will follow the river north as it meanders towards McKeesport. Along the way we'll discover the unique ecology, culture and rich history of the Youghiogheny River corridor.
The trip will feature one Class I and II whitewater day on July 17, and a Class III whitewater rafting trip with professional guides in each boat on July 18, with a bicycling alternative. On July 19 and 20, we'll spend two days leisurely floating the northern section of the Youghiogheny, where we'll experience the changing character of the river and the historic communities along its banks.
No experience is necessary. This trip caters to beginner or first-time paddlers, but will have plenty of excitement for river enthusiasts of all ability levels.
All meals, camp sites and activities are included in the cost of the trip. Rental equipment is available for an additional fee. People who wish to ride the adjacent Great Allegheny Passage rather than boat will need to bring their own bicycles or rent bikes. Please see the detailed schedule for specifics of what's included each day and options for bicycle rentals.
Hurry, space is limited! Deadline for registration is now July 3rd, 2008.
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Registration Form (Please print out and mail with your check to PA Environmental Council, Attn: Sojourn, 22 Terminal Way, Pittsburgh PA 15219
Questions: call Meghan Kerr, 412-651-1064 or megh.kerr@gmail.com