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Pennsylvania and West Virginia showcase many whitewater highways, from Slippery Rock Creek down to the New River! As such, Pittsburgh has a strong and growing whitewater kayaking community. The Youghiogheny, the Tygart, and the Cheat rivers, as well as many smaller streams and tributaries in between, fill out the vast array of Class II-V run-worthy rapids in this area. If your adventurous side beckons for the white-capped waters, then you need to get in contact with the members of this community, take advantage of the numerous training opportunities in the area, and jump on an introductory float down a beginner rapid like the Middle Yough. |
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Like sea kayaking, rafting and rowing, the ECP leverages a fellow club for whitewater kayaking skills, knowledge, training, and trip planning. Generally speaking, most ECP whitewater enthusiasts are also members of the local Three Rivers Paddling Club (TRPC), which specializes in whitewater paddling. Jeff Prycl of the TRPC and Rocky Mountain Kayaks is a formidable whitewater resource, providing invaluable instruction on the Ohiopyle loop (Lower Yough) most weekends throughout the paddling season. Visit his website for more information. Barry Adams, the current ECP whitewater coordinator, is also an active member of the TRPC. Barry is involved with the American Whitewater organization and also organizes and hosts the annual "Ohiopyle Over the Falls" event - the only time of year when the state permits the running of the 18 ft. Ohiopyle falls! NOTE:
Whitewater kayaking should not be attempted alone or without proper
training. Know your limits and contact the current whitewater coordinator
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