Author Archives: Cindy Martel
And now, a post from Waldo, The Blogging Horse … What’s our favorite time for horseback trail rides in the New River Gorge? Feeding time! But our second favorite time, well, that would be right about now. Jeff (our ranch hand and all around caretaker) and me and the rest Read more.
How about a big whitewater welcome to 2011? Thanks, New Year. January has pretty much rocked so far, but I’m a little nervous. This is when resolutions fail. Sheesh. As if going about day to day life wasn’t hard enough, right? And think about this: we’re in the making-awesome-vacations business. Read more.
We’ve been at this whitewater rafting thing for a while, so the schedule for doing it in West Virginia is pretty well known to us. Now’s the time when we take a look at the upcoming year, recruit new staff, develop new programs and create YOUR adventure for 2011. And, Read more.
The weather outside is well…..less than inspiring for whitewater rafting in West Virginia. But who cares? We don’t. And you shouldn’t either. Don’t think that ACE isn’t a great option when it comes to a little winter getaway. It is. Promise. Here are five reasons to take a winter vacation Read more.
ACE Raft is more than just the East Coast’s best adventures and exciting whitewater. There are plenty of things to see and do without getting wet and no paddles are required! Continue reading →
Ever wonder how those delicious ACE lunches at Sweets’ Falls, culinary treats on a Gauley River overnight or sizzling mid-day meal on the Lower Gauley happen? Here’s how! Continue reading →
The stories are true from back then. First, you really could flip a raft at the put-in. And second, there was a constant rainbow above the tubes where the water discharged to form the whitewater that creates Gauley Season. Continue reading →
If you are want to explore West Virginia beyond ACE Adventure Resort, check out the State Fair in Lewisburg. Rides, food, livestock and concerts await. Continue reading →
It’s that time of year, comes around once, can’t miss it if you are in southern West Virginia. A rafting trip on the New or Gauley River? You bet. If you are lucky enough to be in town through August 21, though, there is another “don’t miss,” so plan on Read more.
Hippotherapy is defined as “a treatment that uses the multidimensional movement of the horse; from the Greek word ‘hippos’ which means horse. Specially trained physical, occupational and speech therapists use this medical treatment for clients who have movement dysfunction.” I’m a mule; what I do know is that horseback riding can be a great activity for all ages and abilities. Continue reading →
