UDC floats its annual family raft trip

NARROWSBURG, NY — The Upper Delaware Council (UDC) will sponsor its 16th Annual Family Raft Trip on Saturday, August 7. All are invited to enjoy a scenic, 10-mile raft trip from Ten Mile River Landing in the Town of Tusten to Minisink Ford, NY in the Town of Highland. Advance reservations are needed by July 30.

Trips will provide all the necessary equipment, shuttle transportation and safety instructions prior to launch. Pack a picnic lunch and plenty of drinking water. No glass containers are allowed.

Dress to get wet, apply sunscreen and wear foot protection. Small coolers and waterproof bags for items such as cameras and keys may be tied into the raft. Minimum occupancy per raft is four people. Parties of less than four will be matched at the UDC’s discretion. Participants should be in good physical condition and children must be at least four years old, weigh no less than 40 lbs. and able to swim. Kids 12 and under are required by law to wear life jackets at all times.

Securely fastened life jackets are strongly advised for all boaters and swimmers as a sensible safety precaution. The trip will run from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The deeply discounted cost is $18, $9 for children ages 12 and under. For more information or a reservation form call 845/252-3022 or email udcramie@hvc.rr.com or stop by the UDC office at 211 Bridge Street.