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River and Trail Outfitters of Knoxville,
Maryland was founded in 1972 by Lee & Eunsook Baihly,
natives of Minnesota and Korea. Lee with his Eagle Scout's
experience used his knowledge and love for the outdoors to
build a high-quality professional outfitter focusing on safety
and excellent customer service. We are licensed by the Department
of Natural Resources and are members of America Outdoors and
Virginia Professional Paddlesports Association. Three decades
later, River and Trail remains a family-run operation and
full-service outfitter with over seventy staff offering a
wide variety of quality outdoor trips in and outside the Tri-State
area.
What we care about…
Safety First. We seek above all to provide a positive
adventure for our customers. Screening of customers and conditions,
proper equipment, and a well-trained staff are paramount to
this goal. Add thirty years of experience to this recipe and
feel confident about your choice of outfitter.
Customer service. We seek to go the extra mile and
want to make sure that the trip you choose is best for you
or your groups' needs. We understand that this is your valuable
fun-time and offer opportunities to picnic on the river, swim,
and kick back and enjoy your trip.
Employees… let us
entertain you. We can't brag enough about our staff. From
valedictorians to moms to professional river hippies…we
have them all. The common thread is they are all capable,
personable, and enjoy what they do. All are trained in river
safety and boat handling skills and are glad to share their
knowledge of natural and local history. In addition they receive
guide certification from the West Virginia Department of Natural
Resources. All are certified in Basic First Aid and CPR and
many have additional certifications in Lifesaving, EMT, Swiftwater
Rescue or Wilderness First Aid.
Environment & Health. We seek to protect the rivers
& trails that sustain us by educating ourselves and others
about environmental concerns as well as sponsoring river clean
ups, recycling, supporting organizations concerned about local
waterways and trails, and picking up trash. To promote a healthy
lifestyle especially among our kid customers, our staff are
smoke-free.
Community. We seek to provide families, schools,
religious organizations, at-risk youth, twentysomethings,
and in-general overworked & overstressed adults with valuable
time away from the "real world."
COME PLAY!
"We have been using your services for the past two years,
and we just wanted to let you know that we are extremely pleased
with the way we have always been treated. All your staff members
have invariably been very courteous and patient…"
Pierre and Christa Verdaguer-Dub
"I must say that the day was thoroughly enjoyed by all.
Your guides were helpful, informative, and responsive to our
special needs group. I have rafted the Grand Canyon, Colca
Canyon in Peru, the Lower Yough, and the Shenandoah…and
can truthfully say that your people did their job in a truly
professional and friendly manner. Such employees are difficult
to find…you should be proud of your organization as the
entire trip, from inception to completion was handled well.
"You have the best staff anywhere…From my first
phone call to you all making the arrangements, you have shown
nothing but helpfulness and kindness, which sold me right
away on your company. You will forever have my gratitude for
the caring your group showed…"
Why pick us?
*Thirty years of experience
*Great RIVERSIDE picnics with alternative meal options
*Family run & operated
*An excellent staff trained in CPR, First Aid, River Safety,
Local & Natural History
*Travel information and assistance
*Trips allow time for swimming and relaxation
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