November 2008

The second and third portions of the course hold the same challenges as the first stretch, although on the lower half of the course, the path opens up. Rafters are forced to choose a direction around rocks and during low-level water level periods, avoid shallow rocks that could potentially slow them down. The change in course is quite drastic from the first portion of the rapids.

Shown in the picture below, you’ll notice the ASCI team sitting on the rocks making sure the rafters are safe and are available to help if needed and offer guidance on their way down the river. These teams are positioned around the perimeter of the course. You will also notice, the raft below is going down yet another waterfall!

Below, you see the practice lake. In the background, you can see the rafters being dropped into the water. This means you don’t have to swim to your raft, or jump in and get all wet, just yet. But don’t presume you’ll be dry the entire time. Since the winter months are closed at the ASCI white water course, you should be fine with a t-shirt during the summer months and some shorts you wouldn’t mind getting soaked. Whatever you decide to wear, keep in mind it will be getting wet. This includes anything you brought along with you, so empty your pockets before leaving your car.

Also, keep in mind, not only is white-water rafting fun and exciting, but will make for a great workout too! If you’re health-concious and looking to get out and get your daily fitness in, you’re in for a great workout!

Our next picture below is an overlook of the practice lake. The view extends into Western Virginia since this angle of the mountain is viewing the Southerwestern angle of the course. If you don’t decide to go white water rafting, on a beautiful day, you can see for miles, just like we were able to capture in this picture!

Did you miss ASCI Part 1 or ASCI Part 2?

No?  Then, on to ASCI Part 4 of 4.

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