Events and
Festivals Calendar
Harpers Ferry featured events,
festivals and more
Saturday & Sunday, March 16th & 17th
Widerness First Aid Training
This American Red Cross Wilderness First Aid course, taught by certified instructors, is a sixteen-hour course designed to give you the skills you need to respond to situations when help is delayed or not readily available.
Saturday, April 13th * Groups of 20 or More
North Branch Dam Release
A step up from the Shenandoah / Potomac River raft trip is the Potomac's North Branch guided tour. Spring and Fall releases from Jennings Randolph Dam near Keyser, WV and Bloomington, MD provide for optimum levels of whitewater rafting.
Saturday, April 13th
Wildflower & Wine Hike
Saturday & Sunday, April 13th & 14th
Widerness First Aid Training
This American Red Cross Wilderness First Aid course, taught by certified instructors, is a sixteen-hour course designed to give you the skills you need to respond to situations when help is delayed or not readily available.
Saturday & Sunday, April 13th & 14th
Girl Scout Adventure Weekend
Campout along the C&O Canal and Potomac River at Brunswick Campground Saturday night with all the area Girl Scouts. Wake up and experience a R&T Survival Hike that will give you the skills you need to get the Girl Scout Hiking Badge.
Sunday, April 14th * Groups of 20 or More
North Branch Dam Release
A step up from the Shenandoah / Potomac River raft trip is the Potomac's North Branch guided tour. Spring and Fall releases from Jennings Randolph Dam near Keyser, WV and Bloomington, MD provide for optimum levels of whitewater rafting.
Sunday, April 21st
Wildflower & Wine Hike
Saturday, April 27th * Groups of 20 or More
North Branch Dam Release
A step up from the Shenandoah / Potomac River raft trip is the Potomac's North Branch guided tour. Spring and Fall releases from Jennings Randolph Dam near Keyser, WV and Bloomington, MD provide for optimum levels of whitewater rafting.
Sunday, April 28th * Groups of 20 or More
North Branch Dam Release
A step up from the Shenandoah / Potomac River raft trip is the Potomac's North Branch guided tour. Spring and Fall releases from Jennings Randolph Dam near Keyser, WV and Bloomington, MD provide for optimum levels of whitewater rafting.
Saturday May 11th
North Branch Dam Release
A step up from the Shenandoah / Potomac River raft trip is the Potomac's North Branch guided tour. Spring and Fall releases from Jennings Randolph Dam near Keyser, WV and Bloomington, MD provide for optimum levels of whitewater rafting.
Sunday May 12th - *Groups of 20 or More
North Branch Dam Release
A step up from the Shenandoah / Potomac River raft trip is the Potomac's North Branch guided tour. Spring and Fall releases from Jennings Randolph Dam near Keyser, WV and Bloomington, MD provide for optimum levels of whitewater rafting.
Friday Evening thru Sunday, May 17th - 19th
Paw Paw Bends - Epic Canoe & Gourmet Weekend
Spend two nights camping, 1½ days of paddling among beautiful scenery and enjoy several gourmet meals on our Gourmet Food Canoe/Kayak Weekend.
Saturday & Sunday, May 18th & 19th
Girl Scout Adventure Weekend
Campout along the C&O Canal and Potomac River at Brunswick Campground Saturday night with all the area Girl Scouts. Wake up and get ready to have some adventure on our beginner whitewater rafting trip in Harpers Ferry. Lunch is provided on the river.
Sunday, May 19th
Wildflower & Wine Hike
Sunday, May 19th
Pamper yourself with a Paddle and Wine
Tour
Enjoy a 7-mile leisurely paddle in a
canoe or kayak along the beautiful serene Potomac River to Tarara Winery. Followed by local artisan cheese plate and samples, highlighting the area’s best flavors.
Saturday, May 25th
North Branch Dam Release
A step up from the Shenandoah / Potomac River raft trip is the Potomac's North Branch guided tour. Spring and Fall releases from Jennings Randolph Dam near Keyser, WV and Bloomington, MD provide for optimum levels of whitewater rafting.
Saturday, May 25th
Sunset / Full Moon Float
Join River and Trail Outfitters for this guided kayaking tour on the Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers. Enjoy paddling by the light of the setting sun and experience the serenity and wildlife of the evening river. No paddling experience or equipment required.
Sunday, May 26th
North Branch Dam Release
A step up from the Shenandoah / Potomac River raft trip is the Potomac's North Branch guided tour. Spring and Fall releases from Jennings Randolph Dam near Keyser, WV and Bloomington, MD provide for optimum levels of whitewater rafting.
Sunday, May 26th
Antietam Kayak & Brunch
Tour
Antietam Creek is the perfect venue for recreational kayaking. A scenic stream graced with stone arch bridges, Antietam offers wildlife-sightings of blue heron,
ducks, turtles, and beaver. Beyond its natural beauty, you will float under Burnside Bridge on Antietam Battlefield, one of the most famous sites in Civil War
History. Our qualified instructor will give historical interpretation at this site and entertain you with the turbulent tales of this war so crucial to our
nation's history.
Saturday & Sunday, June 1st & 2nd
Girl Scout Adventure Weekend
Campout along the C&O Canal and Potomac River at Brunswick Campground Saturday night with all the area Girl Scouts. Wake up and get ready to learn with our fantastic instructors on our 2 Hour Basic Kayak Instruction.
Saturday, June 1st
Savage Dam Release
A perfect step up from our Harpers Ferry beginner whitewater rafting trip on the Shenandoah. This dam release run is continuous Class III-IV whitewater rafting, which translates to five miles of crashing waves, drops, and some serious non-stop fun!
Sunday, June 2nd
Wildflower & Wine Hike
Saturday & Sunday, June 8th & 9th
Girl Scout Adventure Weekend
Join us for a day of Rock & River Fun! This full day of adventure begins with 3 Hours of climbing R&T's 25 ft rockwall, lunch along the river and a nice mellow tube trip. Finish this great day of adventure with a campout along the C&O Canal and Potomac River at Brunswick Campground Saturday night with all the area Girl Scouts.
Saturday & Sunday, June 8th & 9th
Swift Water Rescue Training
River & Trail Outfitters is very excited to offer a 2-Day Swift Water Rescue training program that will give you, the trip leader, the knowledge and skills you need to make quick decisions and execute safe and effective rescues on moving water.
Saturday, June 15th
Paddle, Wine & Concert
Tour
Paddle to the Vineyard to enjoy the Sounds of
Summer Concert Series and an evening full of music performed by legendary
musicians. Great wines to taste and good food is
available for purchase…a fabulous way to spend a summer evening.
Saturday & Sunday, June 15th & 16th
Widerness First Aid Training
This American Red Cross Wilderness First Aid course, taught by certified instructors, is a sixteen-hour course designed to give you the skills you need to respond to situations when help is delayed or not readily available.
Sunday, June 16th
Antietam Kayak & Brunch
Tour
Antietam Creek is the perfect venue for recreational kayaking. A scenic stream graced with stone arch bridges, Antietam offers wildlife-sightings of blue heron,
ducks, turtles, and beaver. Beyond its natural beauty, you will float under Burnside Bridge on Antietam Battlefield, one of the most famous sites in Civil War
History. Our qualified instructor will give historical interpretation at this site and entertain you with the turbulent tales of this war so crucial to our
nation's history.
Friday Evening thru Sunday, June 21st- 23rd
River Trip Leader Training
Allow River & Trail Outfitters to teach your trip leaders what they need to know to lead a safe and successful canoe or kayak trip. Our intensive, hands-on, weekend course has been crafted specifically for groups. It complies with the safety standards of these organizations as well as with the standards of the American Canoe Association (ACA).
Saturday, June 22nd
Boat &
Brew Tour
What better way to spend
a Saturday than boating to the brewery? Enjoy a scenic paddle on the Monocacy
River near Frederick, Maryland and then kick back and enjoy a beer tasting with
appetizers at Barley & Hops grill and microbrewery.
Saturday, June 22nd
Sunset / Full Moon Float
Join River and Trail Outfitters for this guided kayaking tour on the Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers. Enjoy paddling by the light of the setting sun and experience the serenity and wildlife of the evening river. No paddling experience or equipment required.
Saturday, June 29th
Paddle To The Sweet Shine
Join River & Trail Outfitters on a scenic paddling tour followed by a visit to an historic distillery,
and taste artisan fruit cordials created by hand using the farm’s own lemons and raspberries!
Saturday, July 6th
Paddle, Wine & Concert
Tour
Paddle to the Vineyard to enjoy the Sounds of
Summer Concert Series and an evening full of music performed by legendary
musicians. Great wines to taste and good food is
available for purchase…a fabulous way to spend a summer evening.
Sunday, July 7th
Savage Dam Release
A perfect step up from our Harpers Ferry beginner whitewater rafting trip on the Shenandoah. This dam release run is continuous Class III-IV whitewater rafting, which translates to five miles of crashing waves, drops, and some serious non-stop fun!
Sunday, July 7th
Antietam Kayak & Brunch
Tour
Antietam Creek is the perfect venue for recreational kayaking. A scenic stream graced with stone arch bridges, Antietam offers wildlife-sightings of blue heron,
ducks, turtles, and beaver. Beyond its natural beauty, you will float under Burnside Bridge on Antietam Battlefield, one of the most famous sites in Civil War
History. Our qualified instructor will give historical interpretation at this site and entertain you with the turbulent tales of this war so crucial to our
nation's history.
Saturday, July 13th
Boat &
Brew Tour
What better way to spend
a Saturday than boating to the brewery? Enjoy a scenic paddle on the Monocacy
River near Frederick, Maryland and then kick back and enjoy a beer tasting with
appetizers at Barley & Hops grill and microbrewery.
Saturday, July 20th
Paddle To The Sweet Shine
Join River & Trail Outfitters on a scenic paddling tour followed by a visit to an historic distillery,
and taste artisan fruit cordials created by hand using the farm’s own lemons and raspberries!
Saturday, July 20th
Sunset / Full Moon Float
Join River and Trail Outfitters for this guided kayaking tour on the Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers. Enjoy paddling by the light of the setting sun and experience the serenity and wildlife of the evening river. No paddling experience or equipment required.
Saturday, July 27th
Boat &
Brew Tour
What better way to spend
a Saturday than boating to the brewery? Enjoy a scenic paddle on the Monocacy
River near Frederick, Maryland and then kick back and enjoy a beer tasting with
appetizers at Barley & Hops grill and microbrewery.
Sunday, August 4th
Pamper yourself with a Paddle and Wine
Tour
Enjoy a 7-mile leisurely paddle in a
canoe or kayak along the beautiful serene Potomac River to Tarara Winery. Followed by local artisan cheese plate and samples, highlighting the area’s best flavors.
Saturday, August 10th
Paddle, Wine & Concert
Tour
Paddle to the Vineyard to enjoy the Sounds of
Summer Concert Series and an evening full of music performed by legendary
musicians. Great wines to taste and good food is
available for purchase…a fabulous way to spend a summer evening.
Saturday & Sunday, August 10th & 11th
Widerness First Aid Training
This American Red Cross Wilderness First Aid course, taught by certified instructors, is a sixteen-hour course designed to give you the skills you need to respond to situations when help is delayed or not readily available.
Saturday, August 17th
Sunset / Full Moon Float
Join River and Trail Outfitters for this guided kayaking tour on the Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers. Enjoy paddling by the light of the setting sun and experience the serenity and wildlife of the evening river. No paddling experience or equipment required.
Saturday, August 17th
Boat &
Brew Tour
What better way to spend
a Saturday than boating to the brewery? Enjoy a scenic paddle on the Monocacy
River near Frederick, Maryland and then kick back and enjoy a beer tasting with
appetizers at Barley & Hops grill and microbrewery.
Saturday & Sunday, August 17th & 18th
Swift Water Rescue Training
River & Trail Outfitters is very excited to offer a 2-Day Swift Water Rescue training program that will give you, the trip leader, the knowledge and skills you need to make quick decisions and execute safe and effective rescues on moving water.
Sunday, August 18th
Antietam Kayak & Brunch
Tour
Antietam Creek is the perfect venue for recreational kayaking. A scenic stream graced with stone arch bridges, Antietam offers wildlife-sightings of blue heron,
ducks, turtles, and beaver. Beyond its natural beauty, you will float under Burnside Bridge on Antietam Battlefield, one of the most famous sites in Civil War
History. Our qualified instructor will give historical interpretation at this site and entertain you with the turbulent tales of this war so crucial to our
nation's history.
Saturday, August 24th
North Branch Dam Release
A step up from the Shenandoah / Potomac River raft trip is the Potomac's North Branch guided tour. Spring and Fall releases from Jennings Randolph Dam near Keyser, WV and Bloomington, MD provide for optimum levels of whitewater rafting.
Saturday, August 24th
Paddle To The Sweet Shine
Brand new for 2012, join River & Trail Outfitters on a scenic paddling tour followed by a visit to an historic distillery,
and taste artisan fruit cordials created by hand using the farm’s own lemons and raspberries!
Sunday, August 25th
North Branch Dam Release
A step up from the Shenandoah / Potomac River raft trip is the Potomac's North Branch guided tour. Spring and Fall releases from Jennings Randolph Dam near Keyser, WV and Bloomington, MD provide for optimum levels of whitewater rafting.
Saturday, September 7th
Paddle, Wine & Concert
Tour
Paddle to the Vineyard to enjoy the Sounds of
Summer Concert Series and an evening full of music performed by legendary
musicians. Great wines to taste and good food is
available for purchase…a fabulous way to spend a summer evening.
Saturday, September 14th
Boat &
Brew Tour
What better way to spend
a Saturday than boating to the brewery? Enjoy a scenic paddle on the Monocacy
River near Frederick, Maryland and then kick back and enjoy a beer tasting with
appetizers at Barley & Hops grill and microbrewery.
Saturday, September 14th
Sunset / Full Moon Float
Join River and Trail Outfitters for this guided kayaking tour on the Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers. Enjoy paddling by the light of the setting sun and experience the serenity and wildlife of the evening river. No paddling experience or equipment required.
Saturday, September 21st
Paddle To The Sweet Shine
Join River & Trail Outfitters on a scenic paddling tour followed by a visit to an historic distillery,
and taste artisan fruit cordials created by hand using the farm’s own lemons and raspberries!
Sunday, September 22nd
Antietam Kayak & Brunch
Tour
Antietam Creek is the perfect venue for recreational kayaking. A scenic stream graced with stone arch bridges, Antietam offers wildlife-sightings of blue heron, ducks, turtles, and beaver. Beyond its natural beauty, you will float under Burnside Bridge on Antietam Battlefield, one of the most famous sites in Civil War History. Our qualified instructor will give historical interpretation at this site and entertain you with the turbulent tales of this war so crucial to our nation's history.
Saturday, September 28th
Savage Dam Release
A perfect step up from our Harpers Ferry beginner whitewater rafting trip on the Shenandoah. This dam release run is continuous Class III-IV whitewater rafting, which translates to five miles of crashing waves, drops, and some serious non-stop fun!
Sunday, September 29th
North Branch Dam Release
A step up from the Shenandoah / Potomac River raft trip is the Potomac's North Branch guided tour. Spring and Fall releases from Jennings Randolph Dam near Keyser, WV and Bloomington, MD provide for optimum levels of whitewater rafting.
Saturday, October 5th
Boat &
Brew Tour
What better way to spend
a Saturday than boating to the brewery? Enjoy a scenic paddle on the Monocacy
River near Frederick, Maryland and then kick back and enjoy a beer tasting with
appetizers at Barley & Hops grill and microbrewery.
Sunday, October 6th
Pamper yourself with a Paddle and Wine
Tour
Enjoy a 7-mile leisurely paddle in a
canoe or kayak along the beautiful serene Potomac River to Tarara Winery. Followed by local artisan cheese plate and samples, highlighting the area’s best flavors.
Saturday, October 12th
Paddle To The Sweet Shine
Join River & Trail Outfitters on a scenic paddling tour followed by a visit to an historic distillery,
and taste artisan fruit cordials created by hand using the farm’s own lemons and raspberries!
Saturday, October 12th
Used Boats
& Gear Sale
Check out our selection of used
kayaks from Perception, Dagger, Wilderness Systems, and Wave Sport. Used Canoes
available from We-no-nah.
Friday Evening thru Sunday, October 18th - 20th
Paw Paw Bends - Epic Canoe & Gourmet Weekend - **PEAK FALL COLORS**
Spend two nights camping, 1½ days of paddling among beautiful scenery and enjoy several gourmet meals on our Gourmet Food Canoe/Kayak Weekend.
Saturday, October 19th
Boat &
Brewery Tour
What better way to spend
a Saturday than boating to the brewery? Enjoy a scenic paddle on the Monocacy
River near Frederick, Maryland and then kick back and enjoy a beer tasting with
appetizers at Barley & Hops grill and microbrewery.
Sunday, October 20th
Pamper yourself with a Paddle and Wine
Tour
Enjoy a 7-mile leisurely paddle in a
canoe or kayak along the beautiful serene Potomac River to Tarara Winery. Followed by local artisan cheese plate and samples, highlighting the area’s best flavors.
Harpers Ferry Zip Line Canopy Tour
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