![]() “I like to float when the leaves are off the trees and you can see what is along the river,” said Marty Zerr, president of Ozark Mountain Paddlers. This scene is typical on any one of the dozens of beautiful rivers and streams throughout the Ozarks mainly from late spring through early fall and, for some, during winter as well. The sun cuts through trees bowing over from the banks of the river, providing the perfect backdrop for a day of floating and fun on an Ozarks river.Īs paddlers float through the fog, the many colors of boats show a range of choices for the journey, including canoes, single- and double-person kayaks and paddleboards. In most situations, the remainder of the reservation (catering, lodging, and camping) should not be affected by flood conditions and will be honored.Early morning fog floats gently above the surface of the James River, just south of Springfield, as paddlers begin sliding boats into the water. If state officials or the management makes the determination that the river levels are beyond safe canoeing or rafting standards of use, a rain check will be issued in the amount of your payment. Rain checks are ONLY issued to those guests who are present at Huzzah Valley. NO REFUNDS!! If it stops raining before NOON, no rain checks will be issued. RAINCHECK POLICY: It must be raining at Huzzah Valley on the morning of the float and if it is still raining at 12:00 (Noon), you will be issued a rain check, based on availability. 10 Man Raft with 8 adults – 2-3 coolers.No kegs will be allowed in either rafts or canoes! We recommend the following for the maximum amount of coolers (36 quart) to put in your floating vessel. Also the more weight in your raft or canoe the harder it is to get downstream. Huzzah Valley provides room for people in rafts, not coolers, so it is very important to keep this in mind, the more you take, the less room in your raft for yourself. State law prohibits glass containers on the river, and there is a substantial fine! The Missouri State Water Patrol patrols these waters. There is a $25.00 service charge per hour per craft taking out after 7:00 pm. If everyone follows the rules of common courtesy, every floater will have a safe and rewarding adventure. If you abandon your canoe or raft or it is lost or stolen, you will be required to pay for it. In the event a canoe or raft is damaged beyond normal wear and tear, then we do expect to be reimbursed in relation to the damage. We expect normal wear and tear on our equipment, and for that we do not charge. Please treat our canoes, rafts and equipment with the same respect as if they were your own. The cost of your float does include: transportation, the normal use of the vessel, paddles, seat cushions, trash bags and life jackets upon request. You will be asked to acknowledge this by signing a liability waiver before the outing begins. We cannot assume responsibility for personal injury, medical payments or property loss or damage. We provide a litter bag with each floating vessel and keep it until the end of the trip. Never float under the influence of drugs or alcohol. ![]() Be aware, as with any sport there is some inherent risk that personal awareness and common sense can reduce. As a participant you have responsibilities, one should always show courtesy to your fellow floaters, which also includes the Huzzah Valley Staff. Floating is both good exercise and great fun experienced in the outdoors. ![]()
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