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Learn to Kayak

WV treated my group to a fantastic weekend on the Lower Yough. Even though most of my bachelor party group hadn't much prior experience on the water, WV made it so everyone felt comfortable the entire time while having loads of fun. The rafting guides...

08 November, 2019

Pyranha Burn 3 Arrives! Ohiopyle has the Burn 3!!!   Wilderness Voyageurs has the Pyranha Burn in stock in all sizes.  But you better move fast, because these boats are hot. With the snow melting and warm weather on the way, we here at Wilderness Voyageurs are turning our...

10 June, 2014

Ohiopyle has long been a scouters high adventure destination.  In fact, it was through scouting that our founders, Lance and Lee Martin came to Ohiopyle and founded Wilderness Voyageurs.  Today, we are the largest provider of scout high adventure programs in the mid-atlantic.   One...

20 February, 2014

The Shivas are here!  We got all three sizes of Pyranha Shivas in stock.  I have tried both the large and the medium.  I am around 5'10" and weigh in at svelte 200 lbs.  I thought the large would be it for me, but I thanks to the indomitable John...

09 March, 2012

Some new Pyranha Shivas were delivered yesterday From the Pyranha guys: The Shiva has a rounded hull, soft stern chines, a high bow rocker and loads of volume in the bow and stern. These features give you softer landings on big drops, rear driving force when you want...

06 February, 2012

Finally, summer can officially begin now that Friday night loop runs on the lower Youghiogheny River have begun. We had a terrific group of Wilderness Voyageurs staff and a few new participants to joined in on the fun. What a terrific way to start off the holiday weekend....

01 June, 2011

Yesterday, while on an evening "loop" (youghiogheny river) run on the with a few friends we shared an interesting insight into kayaking.  The water level is up a little, which allows for creativity in boat choice. My friend was trying out a longer glass boat of yesteryear, others chose...

27 May, 2011

Good question. We all know that the new Pyranha Molan deserves the hype. If you're a rockstar playboater, this is the boat for you. But what if you are a so-so playboater (like me)? Well, actually, it's still the boat for you. Let's see why: Easier to cartwheel...

12 May, 2010