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Check out our Fan Page on Facebook
 Don't miss out on the goings-on in Ohiopyle! Become a FAN of Laurel Highlands River Tours on Facebook to stay in the know! We have been uploading lots of photos of our guide staff and some cool pictures of our past. And, there are many more photos to come!! Check back to view some pics of our 2009 Training Class and some funny rafting mishap pictures.
Click here for the link to our page: http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/pages/Laurel-Highlands-River-Tours-and-Outdoor-Center/95354874761?ref=ts
Check out The Ohiopyle House Cafe!
...and don't forget about the Mariettaville Tavern!
The Ohiopyle House Café is open 7 days a week, 11am to 9pm on weekdays, and 11am to 10pm on weekends. Located on Grant Street in Ohiopyle, right next to the Bike Trail, Stacey's got a great menu avaiable with some great new dishes, and some of the older favorites. My favorite, the Pasta Jessica. Come visit us to see our new menu and Daily Specials!
The Mariettaville Tavern opens around 12pm everyday and stays open to the wee hours of the morning! The juke box is always going!
There’s also the most amazing Bloody Mary Bar and special breakfast served in the  Tavern 8am to 12pm on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
 And get this: Fresh in from the bars of Key West, special celebrity bartender, Dax Fiore! Come visit the Tavern and ask him for his specialty drink of the day. Each night he picks a different mixed drink with island flair that is sure to please!
The holiday weekend is fast apporaching!
Here's where to go for Fourth of July fireworks and festivities.
With the Fourth of July holiday creeping up on us, I thought a guide on where to go for fireworks, music, and more would be helpful to anyone who may be visiting our area from out of town. So, here's the F.o.J. 411!
Nemacolin Woodlands Resort
Thursday - July 2, 2009
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm - "Lobby Palooza" - Chateau Lobby. Complimentary
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm - Movie - Lecture Hall. Complimentary
Friday - July 3, 2009
9:00 am - 10:00 pm - Miniature Golf Tournament - Fallingbrook Mini Golf Course
$8 Adult / $6 Child
10:00 am - 5:00 pm - Retail Trunk Show - Heritage Court. Complimentary
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm - Disc Golf Tournament - Adventure Center.
$15 Per Person or buy the Adventure Pass for $15!
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm - "Lobby Palooza" - Chateau Lobby. Complimentary
8:30 pm - 9:30 pm - "Wild Animals" Show - The WildSide. Complimentary
Saturday - July 4, 2009
11:30 am - 12:15 pm - Retail Fashion Show - Paradise Pool. Complimentary
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm - "Tour of Nemacolin / Bacardi Crawl" A la carte
2:00 pm - Registration for Classic Car and Bike Show - The WildSide. Complimentary
4:00 pm - 9:00 pm - "Carnival" at The WildSide. $5 Per Person
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm - Judging of The WildSide Classic Car and Bike Show
5:00 pm & 8:00 pm - Family Activities - The WildSide
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Three-Legged Relay Race
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Potato Sack Race
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Pie Eating Contest
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Water Balloon Toss
7:00 pm - Awards for The WildSide Classic Car and Bike Show
7:30 pm - 8:30 pm - "Wild Animals" Show - The WildSide. Complimentary
8:30 pm - 1:00 am - Live Band - The WildSide
9:30 pm - Fireworks*
*Best viewed from Lafayette Gardens, The WildSide and Links Pro Shop Parking Lot.
Sunday - July 5, 2009
10:00 am - 1:00 pm - Lautrec Sunday Brunch
Reservations will be available at a later date. For more information, contact a Resort Sales Specialist at 866.344.6957.
The Uniontown Mall, Uniontown, Pennsylvania
Independence Day Festival & Fireworks
Jun 28, 2009
Fayette Chamber of Commerce Annual Independence Day Concert and Fireworks on Sunday, June 28th beginning at 6pm and ending with Fireworks at dusk.
INTO THE ARENA AT 6PM
CHRIS HIGBEE PROJECT AT 7:30PM
FIREWORKS AT DUSK (APPROXIMATELY 9:15PM)
Connellsville, Pennsylvania
Annual July 4th Fireworks Celebration
The Community Events Committee (CEC) of the Chamber is coordinating the fifth annual 4th of July Fireworks celebration on Thursday, July 3rd at dusk (rain date is July 5th). The fireworks will be set off near City Hall in Connellsville.
Before the fireworks, the community is invited to Lions Square to dance and enjoy doo-wop from the mid 50’s to early 60’s! Regis and Garry Lowman of "Just Havin’ Fun" have donated their time and talent for everyone to enjoy a fun evening in honor of our Chamber’s 80th anniversary this year! So plan to join us (and bring a chair for watching the fireworks after the dance) for a great time! This is another free event sponsored by your Chamber.
Family fun rafting
School's out for the summer!!
So now that the kids are out of school, your family may be looking for some fun outdoor activities. Why not bring the whole family rafting? We are offering some great deals right now.
 Raft on the Middle Yough guided tour on any Wednesday of June and one child (under 12) can raft FREE with two paying adults. Coming to Ohiopyle during the week is also a great time to experience the State Park at its quieter moments! And the river will be a lot less crowded, which is always a good thing! Mention code CSO to one of our outdoor specialists to receive your discount.
If you are looking to raft other sections of the Yough, or try out some other land-based activities we offer, our Pay Early June special is still running. If you were to call and reserve your outdoor vacation before June 30th, you can receive 5% off your reservation! How cool is that! Mention code CEJ to one of our outdoor specialists to receive your discount.
Sunday Sunday Sunday
Finally! A break in the forecast!
So, we're in what meteorologists call a "minor weather event" here in Ohiopyle. We've had so many rainy days that the creeks are flooding, the river is high, and the trees and flowers are exploding with blossoms! It's really pretty during the few moments when the sun breaks through. All of this rain means that the lakes are filling and the future looks excellent for consistently perfect water levels for the majority of the river season! Which is very good news for boaters! But not the best news for bikers and hikers...
But there is hope! This coming Sunday is supposed to be beautiful. If you're looking to do a little relaxing in the out-of-doors any time soon, Sunday's your day. Check out our forecast here: http://www.accuweather.com/us/pa/ohiopyle/15470/forecast.asp?partner=accuweather&traveler=1&metric=0
The fifteen day forecast looks even better! There are 80 degrees days coming! Our spaces for the coming weekends are filling rapidly, so if you're ready for some fun in the sun, give us a call so we can help you plan your outdoor adventure!
Another fun day on the Cheat River
Springtime on the Cheat- You never know what you're going to get!
Wednesday, April 15th, 2009
Cheat River, Albright, West Virginia
Mount St. Joseph College from Baltimore, Maryland
Thanks Greg! We had a blast!
  
Our First Trip of the Year!
The Cheat River in the Spring- Nothing better. Period.
Upper Yough Release Schedule
 Upper Yough season has finally arrived! The Upper Yough release schedule has been posted!
There are only two Friday releases in April, the 17th and the 24th.
May dates are wierder this year than last! Monday's releases are 4th, 11th, and 25th, which is Memorial Day. Friday's are the 1st and the 8th. Saturday we have a release on the 2nd, and the Sunday of Memorial Day weekend there is a release (24th).
In June we are looking at releases every Monday and Friday and the last two Saturdays of the month.
July and August are full of releases, one every Monday, Friday, and Saturday.
September release's are every Monday and Friday and the first two Saturdays.
And finally, October releases will be the first two Mondays and Fridays and Saturday the 3rd.
Keep in mind that Saturday releases are the first trips to sell out. We still have space available for both May Saturdays but the slots are going fast. July is filling up quickly. So if you are looking for the ulitmate challenge this summer, be sure to make your reservations soon!
May Specials
 Join us for Memorial Day Weekend and our official summer kick-off!!
We are offering Sunday's discounted raft for our guided tours on Saturday!
Be sure to reserve early, Memorial Day weekend books up qucikly! We offer rafting on all the sections of rivers we operate on for this weekend. Book a tour on the Middle, Lower, Upper Youghiogheny, as well as the Canyon section of the Cheat River. Call today and mention code CMD.
April Specials
 In honor of our season kick-off we are offering specials all through the month of April.
Book a rafting tour any Sunday in April and receive free wetsuit rentals.
Lots of winter snow and spring rains are ensuring excellent water levels for April. If you've never experienced the thrill of high-water rafting you are missing out on the adventure of a lifetime.
Call today and reserve your tour! Tours start as early as March 28. Come enjoy white water rafting like you've never seen it before!!
Pay Early - Save Big
It's that time of year again! Our PAY EARLY discounts are in full swing.
Pay by April 30th and receive 15% off! Book your reservation and pay for it in full by April 30th and receive a 15% discount off your reservation! Mention code CEA.
Pay by May 31st and receive 10% off! Book your reservation and pay for it in full by May 31st and receive a 10% discount off your reservation! Mention code CEM.
Pay by June 30th and receive 5% off! Book your reservation and pay for it in full by June 30th and receive a 5% discount off your reservation! Mention code CEJ.
Only 50% deposit is due within 10 days of your reservation. The remainder is due by the date of your special. Tours are starting to fill up, so call soon to the reserve the date you are interested in!!
Fall Sale in Full Swing
It's that time of year again...
Laurel Highland's Annual Fall Sale
And you know what that means, SALES, SALES and more SALES
As with every fall, we have moved our Outfitter's Store over to the Outdoor Center. If you are interested in purch asing any paddling equipment, kayaks, bikes, or outdoor clothing come visit us in the Outdoor Center on Sherman street.
Sales right now run from 10% - 50% off selected items. There are some great deals to be had.
Don't forget about our Used Equipment Sale. Bikes and rafts and kayaks...Oh My! So many toys, so little space! Be sure to stop by soon before all the fun stuff is gone.
This summer was a fantastic summer in Ohiopyle! Thanks to all our visitors and guests for a GREAT season!
Fun-filled Fall on Order!
Plenty of good clean fun left...
So, I know what you are thinking...SUMMER'S ALMOST OVER! That may be true but let's enjoy what's left! We are expecting an action-packed season ender here in Ohiopyle.
First up... FALLS RACE!!!
Saturday, August 23 will see some of the craziest adrenaline junkies I know plummetting over Ohiopyle's 23-ft waterfall. The day promises much enjoyment. After watching the show, hang out with us at Laurel Highlands Outdoor Center for live music by 706 Union and an exciting Film Festival featuring crazy kayaking videos that will make Falls Racers look like sissies! Falls Race weekend will also the kick off of our End of Season 20% off Sale in the Outfitter's Store. Have you ever seen the Ohiopyle waterfall all lit up at night? NO? - it's a can't-miss sight! The Falls will be under lights from dusk until 10pm on Saturday. Check out www.fallsrace.com for more info.
What's next? Labor Day Weekend and Music in the Mountains.
Our last big weekend (August 30 - Spetember 1) before the season ends promises tons of fun. This weekend will also feature Ohiopyle State Park's Music in the Mountains Festival. What started out as a few musicians playing acoustic music by the Falls has now evolved into a two-day event featuring arts  and craft vendors and much more musical entertianment! There will be a climbing wall, helicopter rides and an Ice Cream Eating Contest. Some of the areas best acoustic musicans will be playing Saturday and Sunday nights. The Falls will be under lights again both nights and the 3rd Annual Fireworks over the Yough are scheduled for Saturday night! For more information visit: www.friendsofohioypyle.info.
Last but not least, the Buckwheat Supper.
Ohiopyle-Stewart Buckwheat Supper is back again! This two-day event starts on Friday, October 10. This year's meal will include all you can eat buckwheat and pancakes and tons of  extra fixin's. Meals will be served in both the Ohioyple Fire Hall and the Ohiopyle-Stewart Community Center. Arts and crafts booths will be set up in the Community Center and in the streets and green areas by the Fire Hall. A great weekend for fun with family and friends. Rent some bikes at our Outdoor Center and experience the beauty of Fall in Ohioyple with the abundant changing leaves.
water, Water and more WATER!
Perfect rafting conditions abound!
We are in the midst of the dog-days of summer and, normally, this time of year we see water levels reflecting the warm dry months of July and August. BUT NOT THIS YEAR! A drenched Spring led to a very moist early Summer and now the  Youghiogheny Dam is FULL! We have never seen such a high level of the Yough Lake this late in the summer!
What does all this mean? Is the water too high, are the rapids more dangerous? NOPE! This situation created the perfect recipe for a late summer of fun on the Youghiogheny River! Because of the excess water in the lake, the US Army Corp of Engineers will be able to provide us with a little extra water for the remainder of the summer and into the fall. Excellent water conditions for you and your family or friends to take advantage of the beautiful summer weather remaining in 2008.
There are only a few weeks left before the kids have to get back to school, so make some time to get out of the city heat and into the mountains! Rafting  conditions couldn't be better right now if we ordered them from Mother Nature herself. Give us a call today to plan your last weekend getaway, spaces are booking up quickly!
Can't get away until September? No Problem! We have plenty of availablity and the weather is still great for rafting!
View and purchase your rafting photos online!
Our online photo store is open for business. If you forgot to buy your pictures the day you went rafting, don't fret! You can view and purchase your pictures on our new website!
You can either purchase a single image and download it or you can purchase a single image on a cd we will mail to you. You also have the option of purchasing all the pictures of your raft. Simply select the first image of your raft and we will compile all the images of your raft, burn them on a cd and mail it to you!
Check out the images available now and be sure to check back for updates often!
www.youghriverphoto.com
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