Situated on the Shenandoah River between the Massanutten Mountain Trails and the Appalachian Trail in the George Washington section of the national forest, this company is open year round. Reservations are recommended. Owners Christie and Jeff Schmick can arrange a variety of outings suitable for children older than 6. A special two-day package features canoeing for 9 miles the first day, camping overnight by the river and tubing the next day. Group tubing trips can be arranged, and groups of 25 or more get a discount.
Reservations are necessary for groups and recommended for small parties.
James River Runners is open March through October. James River Reeling and Rafting Main and Ferry sts. This business offers canoe and tubing trips for people at all levels of experience. It specializes in customizing overnight trips to suit the customer's fancy. Trips can be organized for convention groups, which get a 10 percent discount when 11 or more boats are rented.