We've hit the dog days of summer! There is no better way to escape the heat than to hit the RIVER! Rafting season is in full swing!

Head to Ohiopyle State Park to check some Class III-IV rafting on the Lower Yough. We offer Guide Escorted (guides aren't in your raft but will escort you down the river), Fully Guided (a guide will be in your raft) and Premium Guided Tours (the ULTIMATE Yough experience)! All you need is swim wear and sunscreen and we will provide the rest, including lunch!

Check out our Calendar for last minute savings on select tours on the Lower Yough. Don't miss out on this summer's best outdoor adventure. Book now ONLINE or give us a call 800-472-3846.

There are a few weeks remaining in May and we have some great specials left this month.

Raft on the Upper Yough Friday, May 21 or Friday, May 28 for just $105 plus tax! Wow - what a discount! Saturday, May 29 Upper trip is already sold out so call in sick from work and hit the river for a great deal!

Maybe you're not ready for the Class V rapids? How about the Beast of the East, the Cheat River? It's Class III-V rapids are sure to please. Also check out the Lower Yough's Class III whitewater or the Middle Yough's Class I and II family float trip. Raft a guided tour on Saturday of Memorial Day weekend for Sunday's discounted rates. Check out our Specials page for more great deals!

I was so excited, I had to tell someone:

Congratulations

Hank and Tina!!!

They came in to rent bikes this afternoon and when

 they came back, Tina had a great big shiny new ring!

Hank proposed to her on the bike trail by the river

here in Ohiopyle on this beautiful sunny afternoon.

What a great couple! I wish them all the luck and

 happiness in the world!

Terry Palmo, our general manager here at Laurel Highlands, took a trip down memory lane yesterday, in the form of a ride with Senior Guide, Tommy Steyer down the Upper Yough! And here's a photo to prove it:

Go Terry! Lookin' good!

Terry wanted to let everyone know that even when you're pushing 60... it's important to stay active and get outside and enjoy yourself!

*Falls Race 2009*

Saturday, August 22nd, 2009

   Check out the official Falls Race website to read about the new information that has been posted. www.fallsrace.com They have released an image of the 2009 t-shirt design and details about the Town Party, being hosted right here on the Laurel Highlands Outdoor Center Porch at 7 pm on Saturday!

Also, don't forget to check out our Big Fall Sale that will officially begin on Saturday, August 22nd. including store-wide specials and our HUGE Gazebo Sale with items up to 50% OFF!!! Our 2009 Demo kayaks will also be for sale on that day. Don't miss out on the great deals on clothing, gear, boats, and more!

Here in Ohiopyle, the end of July, August, and September are our busy times! There is so much to see and do that I thought a Calender of Event was in order. So check out what I've put together, and I've included links to more information when it's available. Check back, I'll update as needed. I hope you're having a great summer!

Here's the Ohiopyle State Park's upcoming events:

Start Date	Time	Event	Location
8/01/09 SAT	10:00am-12:00pm	Moonshine and Tom Faucet	Ohiopyle State Park
8/01/09 SAT	8:30pm-10:30pm	Furtrading	Ohiopyle State Park
8/02/09 SUN	1:30pm-3:30pm	Ask the Naturalist Hike	Ohiopyle State Park
8/02/09 SUN	7:00pm-9:00pm	Cemetery Hike	Ohiopyle State Park
8/03/09 MON	9:00pm-11:00pm	Owl Prowl	Ohiopyle State Park
8/07/09 FRI	8:30pm-10:30pm	Snakes and Reptiles	Ohiopyle State Park
8/08/09 SAT	9:00am-11:00am	Volunteer Clean Up	Ohiopyle State Park
8/08/09 SAT	9:00am-4:00pm	Kayaking 101	Ohiopyle State Park
8/08/09 SAT	1:00pm-3:00pm	Spinning Through Time	Ohiopyle State Park
8/09/09 SUN	8:30pm-10:30pm	Black Bear	Ohiopyle State Park

Saturday, August 22nd, 2009- Don't forget about the Over the Falls Race and Festival! This is one of our biggest events all year in Ohiopyle and there is lots to see and do. Go here for more info: http://www.fallsrace.com/

September 5th and 6th, 2009- The next big event you should check out is the 21st Annual Music in the Mountains in the Ohiopyle State Park. With Bluegrass Music, food, vendors, a spaghetti dinner, a 5k, and fireworks! What more could you ask for?

Friday & Saturday, October 9th and 10th, 2009- The best thing about October is the Fall Buckwheat Supper here in Ohiopyle. Hosted by the Community Center and the Ohiopyle Volunteer Fire Department, it's a weekend-long event with the best buckwheat pancakes and all the fixin's ! Local food and craft vendors, too!

MacKenzie and Team USA in Buochs, Switzerland

MacKenzie Hatcher (Laurel Highlands River Guide) and Sierra O'Brien raced in Wildwater Kayaks in the Junior Wildwater World Cup in Buochs, Switzerland last week. We couldn't be prouder of them!

Good job girls!

Check out some of these fun activities planned with the State Park this weekend! Top off a fun day on the river with the Owl Prowl tonight, or try the Arts in the Park event on Saturday. Contact the Ohiopyle State Park office for more details.

Start Date	Time	Event	Location
7/17/09 FRI	9:00pm-11:00pm	Owl Prowl	Ohiopyle State Park
7/18/09 SAT	10:30am-12:30pm	Snake Hike	Ohiopyle State Park
7/18/09 SAT	1:30pm-4:30pm	Arts In the Afternoon - Garden Stepping Stones	Ohiopyle State Park
7/18/09 SAT	8:30pm-10:30pm	Geodeman	Ohiopyle State Park
7/19/09 SUN	1:30pm-3:30pm	Summer Wildflower Hike	Ohiopyle State Park
7/19/09 SUN	7:30pm-9:30pm	Ghost of Tom Faucet	Ohiopyle State Park
7/22/09 WED	1:00pm-4:00pm	Arts In The Afternoon - Silk and Sun Fabric Fun	Ohiopyle State Park
7/24/09 FRI	8:30pm-10:30pm	The Fisher and The Otter	Ohiopyle State Park
7/25/09 SAT	9:00am-3:00pm	Project Weedwack 2009	Ohiopyle State Park
7/25/09 SAT	1:00pm-4:00pm	Arts In The Afternoon - Handmade T-shirts & Bandannas	Ohiopyle State Park