FAQ Sheet
If your question is not answered by the following Q's & A's, please send us an e-mail. We will respond as quickly as possible. You can also give our reservation staff a call at 800.272.4141. Thank you

What should I wear?

Do NOT wear any cotton. Cotton will make you cold. Early spring the air may be warm, but the water is still very cold. Wear a synthetic underlayer. For more details on air & water temperatures and how to dress appropriately, please click here.We have wet suits & paddling jackets to rent for the day. Please be sure to check the weather before your day of rafting.
What does your group need to bring
COLD WEATHER RAFTING: RAINY, SNOWY, EARLY SPRING, LATE FALL. We recommend that you check weather conditions for Ohiopyle, PA before you depart for your trip.
1. Swimsuit to wear as your base layer
2. Shoes that will stay on your feet: Old Tennis shoes, river sandals ( IE: Teva’s) or neoprene booties
3. Warm layers: Polypropylene, Wool, Capilene, neoprene or fleece. Quick Drying or wicking materials such as these are good. DO NOT WEAR COTTON. Cotton does not wick moisture from your body, does not have any insulating features when it is wet and it keeps you cold!
4. Hat & fleece or wool socks. The hat must be tight fitting enough to wear under your helmet.
5.Neoprene gloves
6. Wetsuits and Splash Jackets are available to rent
7. A warm, dry change of clothes, shoes & a towel
WARM WEATHER RAFTING: Spring, Summer, Early Fall
1. Swimsuit to wear as your base layer
2. Nylon or quick drying shorts or pants. Whichever you are more comfortable wearing.
3. Shoes that will stay on your feet: Old Tennis shoes, river sandals ( IE: Teva’s) or neoprene booties
4.T-shirt
5. Sunglasses with a strap (straps are available to purchase if you do not have one)
6. Sunscreen
7. Baseball caps are optional.
8. Change of clothes & a towel
ROCK CLIMBING & MOUNTAIN BIKING
1. Loose fitting comfortable clothes (Quick Dry material is recommended)
2. Tennis shoes, or climbing shoes if you have them.
3. Windbreaker or cool weather clothing
4. Sunscreen & bug repellent
5. Water bottle
KAYAKING
1. Swimsuit to wear as your base layer
2. Shoes that will stay on your feet: Old Tennis shoes, river sandals ( IE: Teva’s) or neoprene booties
3. Warm layers: Polypropylene, Wool, Capilene, neoprene or fleece. Quick Drying or wicking materials such as these are good. DO NOT WEAR COTTON. Cotton does not wick moisture from your body, does not have any insulating features when it is wet and it keeps you cold!
4. Hat & fleece or wool socks if you are learning to kayak in the early spring or late fall. The hat must be tight fitting enough to wear under your helmet.
5. Neoprene gloves (Only recommended for cold weather)
6. Wetsuits and Splash Jackets are available to rent.
7. Change of clothes and a towel. Extra shoes if necessary.
OTHER ITEMS WHICH MIGHT BE NECESSARY
1. Sleeping bag, pad & necessary toiletry items for overnight trips.
2. Any necessary medications
3. Doctors permission if required
4. Bug repellant & sunscreen

What if I can't swim?

Many rafters can't swim. On all trips, Coast Guard-approved life jackets are provided and must be worn. On advanced trips, it is recommended that you have swimming skills.

Do I need to be physically strong?

Participation is required; you must paddle. You don't need to be an athlete, but good physical condition is expected. LIfe jackets limitations are a maximum girth of 54". If you have medical conditions that strenuous activity may affect, consult your physician.

Do I have to fill a raft?

No. Whether you come alone or bring 100 of you best friends, no group

What if it is raining?

Trips go rain or shine. You're going to get wet anyway, so come along and make like a duck.

Is rafting really safe?

Wilderness Voyageurs for 33 years has maintained an excellent safety record. We take a great deal of pride in providing our guests with a trip that is safe and enjoyable. Every guide is trained in First Aid and CPR. However, due to the nature of the activity, Wilderness Voyageurs Inc. assumes no responsibility for personal safety or loss of personal property.

What does class I-VI mean?

Level of River Difficulty (the brief version).
Class I: Easy. Fast moving water with riffles and small waves.
Class II: Novice. Straightforward rapids with wide, clear channels which are evident without scouting. Occasional maneuvering may be required, but rocks and medium sized waves are easily missed by trained paddlers.
Class III: Intermediate. Rapids with moderate, irregular waves which may be difficult to avoid and which can swamp an open canoe. Rapids that are at the lower or upper end of this difficulty range are designated "Class III-" or "Class III+" respectively.
Class IV: Advanced. Intense, powerful but predictable rapids requiring precise boat handling in turbulent water. A strong Eskimo roll is highly recommended. Rapids that are at the upper end of this difficulty range are designated "Class IV-" or "Class IV+" respectively.
Class 5: Expert. Extremely long, obstructed, or very violent rapids which expose a paddler to added risk. Because of the large range of difficulty that exists beyond class IV, Class 5 is an open ended, multiple level scale designated by Class 5.0, 5.1, 5.2, etc... Each of these levels is an order of magnitude more difficult than the last.
Class VI: Extreme and Exploratory. These runs have almost never been attempted and often exemplify the extremes of difficulty, unpredictability and danger. After a Class VI rapids has been run many times, It's rating may be changed to an appropriate Class 5.x rating.

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