River-based adventure sports offered through NARR include whitewater rafting, kayaking and fishing. Whitewater rafting in its natural element is quite different than its equivalent at a themed amusement park. At an amusement park, it is one of many rides for the day. On the river, it is THE ride for the day. Likewise, you can learn to paddle and roll a kayak in an indoor or outdoor pool or even on a lake. NARR’s kayak school utilizes Summersville Lake and the New River for its introductory clinics. On the river there are calm pools to practice your kayaking skills and you have moving water that is the real thing. Fishing can also be done from the bank of a body of water, but on the river it is easier to get to some of the best fishing spots because you are mobile.

Land-based adventure sports include an outdoor climbing wall, challenge and canopy courses and paint ball. All of these activities are located right on NARR’s property and are within walking distance to on-site lodging and parking. The climbing wall can be enjoyed for the sheer fun of doing it or can be incorporated into experiential education and challenge programs. Tucked away into the forest on NARR’s property, low and high ropes courses are the setting for challenge by choice. These challenge courses introduce you to new ways to think and play. As well, paint ball can be great team fun on its own or further developed into more meaningful play. Sampler packages are available so that you can give these experiences a try without committing to a full program.