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Learn the Water: Fishing & Paddle Experiences
 

Trout resting in a net after being caught on a fly rod during a guided catch-and-release fishing trip with Shenandoah Valley
Child spin fishing from a stand-up paddleboard on a calm river during a family adventure with Shenandoah Valley Adventure Co.
Adult angler holding a massive steelhead trout caught on a guided fly fishing trip with Shenandoah Valley Adventure Co.
Father and son fishing from a stand-up paddleboard during a guided river adventure with Shenandoah Valley Adventure Co.

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Float fishing trip

Duration: 8 hours

$400- 1 or 2 people

Drift down scenic stretches of river in a 16' Maravia raft, stopping to fish from the boat or the bank. Whether you're new to fly fishing or looking to improve your cast, this full-day experience gives you time to learn, explore, and cover water effectively.

Includes:

  • All fly fishing gear (rod, reel, flies, leaders, etc.)

  • Cooler with lunch, water & snacks

  • Casting instruction & river education

  • Custom float based on conditions and season

Great for: First-time or intermediate anglers looking for a full immersive day.

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Wade fishing trip

Duration: 4 hours

$200-1 person (extra person add $100)

Fish smaller streams and spring-fed creeks on foot. Learn how to move quietly, read small water, and make precise presentations in tight spaces.

Includes:

  • All gear (flies, rod, net, etc.)

  • Waders available if needed

  • Instruction on technique and reading water

Great for: Anglers who want a slower-paced, more intimate connection with the water.

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Educational float and paddle skills

Duration: 3–4 hours

$300 – 1 or 2 people

This guided float focuses on river navigation, paddle technique (SUP or raft), safety, and understanding the natural environment. You'll leave more confident in your river knowledge and more connected to the landscape.

Includes:

  • Paddleboard or raft instruction

  • River reading and safety tips

  • Intro to ecology, hydrology, and natural history

  • All equipment provided

Great for: New paddlers, families, or anyone who wants to build river skills.

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Whitewater adventure float

Duration: 3–4 hours

$400 – 1 or 2 people

This guided float focuses on river navigation, paddle technique, safety, and understanding the natural environment. You'll leave more confident in your river knowledge and more connected to the landscape.

Includes:​

  • River reading and safety tips

  • Intro to ecology, hydrology, and natural history

  • All equipment provided

Great for: New paddlers, or anyone who wants to build river skills.

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Paddleboard yoga

Duration: 60 minutes

Group: $40/person | Private: $150

A guided session on flat water, combining movement, breath, and quiet observation. Come as you are — no yoga or paddle experience necessary.​​

 

Add-ons and options

  • Extra participant (where applicable): +75

  • Photography package: +$200

  • Custom half-day, family, or multi-day trips — ask for a quote​

 

What to bring

  • Polarized sunglasses

  • Rain jacket, sun protection, layers

  • Refillable water bottle & any personal gear

  • Virginia fishing license & trout stamp (if fishing)

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination in its programs on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, or marital or family status.  To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC 20250-9410 or call (202)720-5964 (voice and TDD).  USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer and lender.

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