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SUMMARY:Artemis Rally 2026 at Expo Adventure
DESCRIPTION:Artemis Rally 2026 at Expo Adventure April 29-May 2\, 2026\nWe are mixing it up for 2026. Artemis Rally will have it’s base bivouac at Ace Adventure Resort in beautiful West Virginia.\nArtemis Rally 2026 April 29-May 2\, 2026\nArtemis Rally is celebrating it’s fourth year and this time we have something special planned for you ladies.\nFirst thing first- NO MORE CANOES\, We have removed the canoes from Artemis Rally.\n\nThe ONLY event of this type. This rally is for the determined\, adventure seeking women. Artemis Rally will test the participants both physically and mentally. Artemis Rally utilizes strategy\, navigation and other outdoor activities.\nArtemis Rally will take participants on a 4-day adventure like never before. This adventure rally will take the teams across some of the most rugged parts of WV to experience some of the most beautiful territory in the USA. All teams will be required to camp together in a stationary base bivouac\, OP will provide participants with roomy 4-person tents.\nPRE-PARTY RECEPTION is Tuesday evening April 28th\, 6pm to 8:00PM – The Lost Paddle restaurant at Ace Adventure Resort. Light Hors d’oeuvres and cocktails available.\nChallenges available to acquire points during the rally.\nChallenges -Mandatory*Navigation – GPS (On X\, Gaia\, Google Maps\, Garmin\, On Trail \,etc)\nChallenges-Optional\n* Sporting Clays – 12 gauge shotgun – every team member uses the same unit – no personal shotguns allowed* Archery* Axe throwing* Whitewater Rafting – Class 3-4* Zip lining – Multiple runs* Hiking* Swimming* Winching Challenge(s)* Spare tire/jack challenge* Traction Board Challenge* Pull Pal Challenge* Surprise Challenges* And MORE\nThe final day will include a social hour\, formal dinner (cocktail attire) and awards ceremony.\n\nTeam – Requirements\n\nA team entry will consist of a two person team and one vehicle ONLY\, If you plan on entering two or more vehicles\, that will be considered as multiple team entries. All types of vehicles are welcomed to participate\, Stock SUV/Pickups\, Slightly modified or highly modified\, Hybrid or E-vehicles are welcomed. No provisions for charging EV are provided. All vehicles are required to be street legal and displaying a valid tag. NO SXS are allowed\, street legal or otherwise. TWO PEOPLE allowed per team/vehicle \, NO MEDIA or SUPPORT ALLOWED in the team vehicles\n\nPersonal Gear –Lighter or matchesSleeping bag or blanketsPillowSleeping PadToiletriesTowelSmall camp chairHeadlampPocket knife or MultitoolGloves for winching and other tasks\n\nFood=\nArtemis competitors will be treated to daily breakfast and dinner by our professional cook team-Trail to Table -Nathan Derstine (vegan and vegetarian options will be available as requested)Lunch and snacks will be the responsibility of the teams. QTY-8 meals provided\nVehicles=\nThis rally will be open to all types of street legal 4×4 (no side by sides). All types of vehicles are welcomed to participate: Stock SUV /Pickups\, slightly modified or heavily modified\, Hybrid or E-vehicles are welcomed. No provisions for charging EV are provided. All vehicles are required to be street legal and displaying a valid tag. NO SXS are allowed \, Street legal or otherwise\nRequired equipment –* matches or lighter* First Aid Kit* Fire Extinguisher* OEM Seatbelts or approved harnesses* Tools to successfully change a tire* Spare tire\n\nSuggested Equipment* Recovery winch* Recovery gear* Traction boards* Air compressor* Straps to secure gear\n\nMandatory challenges include –*Navigation – GPS\n\nOptional Challenges will include* Firearms = 9mm and AR Rifles (.223)* Sporting Clays – Clay pigeons – 12 gauge shotgun – low brass high impact shells* Archery* Axe throwing* Whitewater Rafting – Class 3-4* Ziplining – Multiple runs* Swimming* Winching Challenge(s)* Spare Tire / Jack Challenge* Traction Board Challenge* Surprise Challenges\n\nWhat is included- Per Person* Qty-4 Artemis Rally T-shirts* Qty-1 Artemis Rally Helmet* Qty-1 Artemis Rally Vest* Qty-8 Meals 4 Breakfasts & 4 Dinners- EXCELLENT FOOD* Daily informative driver’s meetings* We supply roomy 4-season tents and set-up and tear down for each team* Hydration – water and hydration packets\nWe provide the tents for the teams (two people per tent)\nTEAM MEMBERS will be required to provide ALL personal gear\, toiletries\, camping gear (OP- provides tents ) & first aid kits as well as lunch and snacks. Fuel for vehicles will be the responsibility of the competitors\, fuel stops are allowed at any given time during the event.\nManufacturer vehicle teams and sponsored teams are welcome to participate.\nValid driver’s license and valid vehicle insurance required.\nOverlander Project will provide mechanical assistance as needed\, on route and in the evening bivouac .\nInterested in Artemis Rally 2026 – THE DATES ARE April 29-May 2\, 2026 with a pre party the night of April 28\, 2026\nCost = $3750.00 per team\nRESERVE your Team spot with the COMMITMENT DEPOSIT $300.00 ( NON-REFUNDABLE). Balance due no later than March 30\, 2026\n\n********RULES*************Artemis Rally reserves the right to display event decals such as – Artemis branding\, team numbers\, sponsors and partners\nA. Team numbers on both the driver and passenger door\, preferably the front doors\, if you plan to have your doors removed – you MUST have a surface for AR to apply the team numbers .B. Either upper or lower windshield – Dimensions – 6″x 48″No outside \, non Artemis Rally branding will be permitted on the helmets\, vests – NO EXCEPTIONS\nNo media personnel allowed in competition vehiclesNavigation will be performed by team members ONLY – NO OUTSIDE ASSISTANCESocial Posts will be performed by team members onlyTrackers will be installed on your rally vehicle – any tampering with tracking device will result in immediate disqualification\, IF A RALLY VEHICLE EXCEEDS THE POSTED SPEED LIMIT – Penalties will incur\nInterested in bringing a media person or team ( strict restrictions apply )\n* MEDIA VEHICLES – Includes media placards (Meatballs) qty-2 ( Media credentials ) and Suggested locations to capture the moving teams .* Overlander Project / Artemis Support vehicles will be required to display qty -2 placards/meatballs\, event apparel and name tag\n* Meal plan is available for purchase for Media / Support Members\nINTERESTED in bringing your own media or support person? You must register them with either media pass or support pass – cost is $200.00 per person\nMedia packages available for $245.00 per team – Purchase Media Package\nThis is a rapidly growing female only authentic adventure rally – Register soon!!\nINTERESTED in becoming a sponsor/partner – we have sponsor decks available upon request .\nInquire at info@overlanderproject.comorshoot us a message on our socialsorCall/text – 828-322-6463 (John Eller)
URL:https://visitfayettevillewv.com/event/artemis-rally-2026-at-expo-adventure/
LOCATION:ACE Adventure Resort\, 1 Concho Rd\, Oak Hill\, WV\, 25901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activities,Competition, Contest, etc.,Dining / Food,Events,Hiking,Motorsports,Rafting, Kayaking, etc.,Sports
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260505
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SUMMARY:Rescue 3 Whitewater Rescue Technician Advanced (WRTA)
DESCRIPTION:Take your river rescue skills to the next level with the Rescue 3 Whitewater Rescue Technician Advanced (WRTA) course at ACE Adventure Resort. This intensive three-day training is built for professional river users—raft guides\, safety kayakers\, and experienced paddlers—who are ready to expand their technical knowledge and sharpen their on-river decision-making. Building on the WRT-PRO foundation\, the WRTA blends advanced hydrology\, complex rescue scenarios\, technical rope systems\, and real-world problem solving on iconic West Virginia whitewater including the New\, Gauley\, Meadow\, and Cherry Rivers. Prepare to push your skills further and operate at the highest professional rescue level. \nLocation: ACE Adventure Resort\, WV\, USA \nRivers: New\, Gauley\, Meadow\, Cherry \nLength: 4 days \nDates: May 5\, 2026 – May 8\, 2026 \nPrice: $500 \nMeals: Lunch will be provided each day of instruction\n\nPrerequisites: This course is designed for professional river users like raft guides and safety kayakers with existing river knowledge and experience along with confident whitewater swimming skills. It builds off of the Rescue 3 WRT-PRO course. The minimum age is 18.
URL:https://visitfayettevillewv.com/event/rescue-3-whitewater-rescue-technician-advanced-wrta/
LOCATION:ACE Adventure Resort\, 1 Concho Rd\, Oak Hill\, WV\, 25901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activities,Educational,Rafting, Kayaking, etc.,Training
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SUMMARY:Clean up: Thayer to Stonecliff - NRG
DESCRIPTION:Please register for our New River Clean up from Thayer to StonecliffMay 10Meeting place and time TBA\nThis New River cleanup is co-sponsored by New River Conservancy and ACE Adventure Resort. ACE will provide shuttle\, lunch\, pfd’s\, guided rafts for up to 25 participants. New River Conservancy will provide trash bags\, gloves\, litter pickers and tire pullers.\nParticipants may bring their own craft if they choose or ride in a guided ACE raft. Dress to get wet and dirty\, bring water bottle\, shoes that can get wet while providing good protection\, and a change of clothes to leave in your vehicle upon return to ACE\, where showers are available. Please fill out a separate form for each participant in your group.\nUpon completion of this registration you will be contacted by New River Gorge Program Coordinator Dave Bassage with further information.\nREGISTER HERE: https://forms.gle/d5fdymxfsW4NTKbA8\nQuestions? Please contact Dave@newriverconservancy.org\nDress for the river and to get dirty. Bring a clean set of clothes for after. We look forward to seeing you!
URL:https://visitfayettevillewv.com/event/clean-up-thayer-to-stonecliff-nrg/
LOCATION:New River Gorge\, Lansing\, WV\, 25862\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activities,Rafting, Kayaking, etc.,Volunteer
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260511
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260516
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SUMMARY:International Rafting Federation(IRF) Guide\, Safety Kayak and Trip Leader Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an International Rafting Federation (IRF) workshop for river guides and trip leaders facilitated by IRF Instructor Trainer Bryant Baker along with IRF Instructor Trainer Mark Hirst of Lapin Koskikoulu. This course is intended for experienced river guides and whitewater professionals looking to increase their knowledge and skills and be evaluated with IRF standards and global best practice. IRF certifications can be used for river guiding and trip leading whitewater around the world. \nRivers: New\, Gauley\, Meadow\, Cherry \nDates: May 11\, 2026 – May 15\, 2026 \nPrice:\n$450 – first three days of raft guide/safety kayak workshop\n$750 – two additional days of Trip Leader workshop \nMeals: Lunch will be provided each day of instruction. \nPrerequisites: Experience as a commercial guide\, logbook\, and first aid certifications. \nAdditional Cost: IRF Award Fees
URL:https://visitfayettevillewv.com/event/international-rafting-federationirf-guide-safety-kayak-and-trip-leader-workshop/
LOCATION:ACE Adventure Resort\, 1 Concho Rd\, Oak Hill\, WV\, 25901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activities,Educational,Rafting, Kayaking, etc.,Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260516
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SUMMARY:American Canoe Association (ACA) L5 Whitewater Rafting Instructor Certification Workshop and Exams
DESCRIPTION:ACA Instructors come from a variety of backgrounds with different goals but reach similar outcomes through the certification process. First\, there are the bits of knowledge and experience shared by fellow candidates. By seeing things from another perspective\, we can deepen our understanding of paddling and its associated skill sets. Second\, the Instructor Trainers will provide a proven set of instructional best practices. These educational models will give you a framework that allows for the addition of your own creativity and personality. Third\, ACA Instructors have access to a slew of benefits. Whether you want to run your own courses utilizing ACA insurance or get great equipment at unbeatable prices with exclusive pro-deals\, being an ACA Instructor is for you!
URL:https://visitfayettevillewv.com/event/american-canoe-association-aca-l5-whitewater-rafting-instructor-certification-workshop-and-exams/
LOCATION:ACE Adventure Resort\, 1 Concho Rd\, Oak Hill\, WV\, 25901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activities,Educational,Rafting, Kayaking, etc.,Training
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SUMMARY:New River Rush Adventure Race
DESCRIPTION:New River Rush in New River Gorge\, West Virginia\, is designed for all ability levels. You’ll explore the stunning New River Gorge National Park and surrounding areas by mountain bike\, trekking\, and guided whitewater rafting. Our river segment will feature multiple rapids sections of the New River. Additionally\, racers will encounter scenic overlooks\, historical landmarks\, and abandoned coal mines. Elite teams will find the course adventurous and challenging\, while all teams will enjoy the breathtaking scenery as they push themselves with teamwork and motivation toward the finish line. Although cut-off times will be in place\, the course design includes short-course options to help all teams reach the finish line. Come join us for a world-class adventure! \nCome join Grit Adventure Racing for a world-class adventure in the New River Gorge May 16th\, 2026!
URL:https://visitfayettevillewv.com/event/new-river-rush-adventure-race-2/
LOCATION:ACE Adventure Resort\, 1 Concho Rd\, Oak Hill\, WV\, 25901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activities,Biking,Competition, Contest, etc.,Events,Rafting, Kayaking, etc.,Run/Walk
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SUMMARY:Women Only Rowing Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Women on the Water 3-day Rowing Clinics\nPricing – $650/person3-person minimum to open\, 9-person maximum capacity\nAre you looking to develop your skills on the oars surrounded by women who want to do the same thing? Our Women on the Water 3-day Rowing Clinic is just what you need! Whether you are a brand-new rafter looking for the basics or an experienced boater looking to advance your abilities\, we are here for you. This course is designed for beginner and intermediate rowers to learn and solidify the techniques that will help you navigate a day trip on your class II backyard run or a 21-day expedition down the Grand Canyon.\nWith a maximum ratio of 3 students to 1 instructor\, you will get plenty of practice at the oars. Join us for 3 days of building camaraderie with fellow women paddlers\, learning in a supportive and empowering space\, and gaining confidence while feeling safe and comfortable with our female ACA-certified instructors in wild and wonderful West Virginia.\nCourse Learning Objectives:While navigating rapids in an oar rig raft\, the participant will:– Gain valuable whitewater experience in an environment that fosters connection\, encouragement\, and growth with like-minded women– Learn to identify common whitewater features and hazards– Become familiar with whitewater rafting equipment and the advantages/disadvantages of different styles of equipment– Maneuver a raft using safe and effective techniques taught by female instructors– Practice basic safety and rescue skills\nCourse includes:– An ACA-certified instructor (see what it takes to become one here – https://americancanoe.org/…/take…/become-an-instructor/)– Transportation to and from river locations– All rafting equipment (raft\, oars\, frames\, etc…)– Med kit– Lunch (typically a deli-style spread with sandwiches and sides)– Complementary camping– Wet-suit rentals available\nParticipants need to bring:– Appropriate swim attire for the season and conditions– Secure water shoes (close-toed preferred)– Any personal protective equipment you already have including PFD\, helmet\, whistle\, knife\, and throw rope (ACE will provide any necessary equipment that you do not have)– A willingness to learn– If you would like to receive a course completion certificate\, a $40 ACA Membership is required\nLed by Jess Lewis! Jess Lewis is an ACA L5 Raft Instructor and Instructor Trainer Candidate with more than a decade of experience teaching rowing\, safety\, and leadership on rivers throughout the U.S. and across the world. As the founder of Wyld Heart Coaching\, she’s known for her clear\, confidence-building instruction and her ability to help women develop strong technical skills and embodied resilience behind the oars. Jess also serves on the ACA Rafting Committee and brings a grounded\, empowering approach to every course she leads. She’s excited to offer all-women’s rowing courses at ACE Adventure Resort this May and June\, creating supportive\, high-skill environments where women can refine technique\, run clean lines\, and discover what they’re truly capable of.
URL:https://visitfayettevillewv.com/event/women-only-rowing-clinic/
LOCATION:WILD Institute\, Inc.\, 120 Kingfisher Rd\, Minden\, WV\, 25879\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activities,Educational,Events,Rafting, Kayaking, etc.,Training
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