FRIDAY AUGUST 9 - SUNDAY AUGUST 11
NEBRASKA NIOBRARA RIVER FLOAT + KAYAK
TOTAL COST: $250 | DEPOSIT: $250 (THIS IS NON REFUNDABLE)
REGISTRATION OPENS: FRIDAY 06/14/2024 AT 10AM CST
TRIP DETAILS + INFORMATION
We are heading to Valentine, NE for beautiful scenic float down the Niobrara River! This will be a perfect getaway to see the beautiful Midwest before the end of summer! We will be tubing down the river for a 5 hour float through some of the most gorgeous countryside Nebraska has to offer! This trip will accommodate 8 women, giving everyone a great experience to meet new gals with the love of the outdoors while having a weekend getaway! You will have the option to choose a kayak or a tube.
If you divide to choose a tube, you’ll drift down the slow-flowing river on a giant inflatable tube. You will be hooked up to your friends, allowing you to enjoy this wonderful experience together! Take your time to enjoy the Niobrara River and its beautiful surroundings, including an opportunity to visit to Nebraska’s tallest waterfall, the magnificent Smith Falls! ome and enjoy paddling through the scenic wilderness of Nebraska’s Niobrara River. There is always the option of selecting a kayak. They have both single and tandem kayaks as well as double seater canoes available for you! The Niobrara river is slow-flowing and calm, with typical current speeds of three to seven miles per hour, making it perfect for kayakers and canoers of all experience levels to enjoy. All trips offer a free shuttle service to the start point which means that after you have made your way down the river you will finish at the same location where you left your vehicle.
LODGING ACCOMMODATIONS + MISC. DETAILS
We are staying in an Airbnb just North of Valentine in Winner, SD with about a 45min drive to the launch site. The house has four bedrooms with 6 beds! You may have to share a bed as there are 4 single beds and two queen sized beds. There is a full kitchen, where we can prep snacks for the float! There is a spacious living room to hangout and relax in. There are two bathrooms. We will have plenty of space to move around amongst each other!
We will be meeting the shuttle at the meeting point where we will end our float by 9am on Saturday. We will then head up river to the drop off point to begin our 5 hour trek down the Niobrara! We can stop all along the River to many scenic waterfalls including Smith Falls! Be sure to pack what you would like for snacks and beverages to bring on the float!
DEPOSIT + PAYMENT INFORMATION
We are able to offer this weekend at only $250 per person, which will include a nonrefundable deposit of $250
NON REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT DUE AT REGISTRATION: $250
AIRPORTS + TRAVEL INFORMATION
It’s always a good idea to book your flight after joining the facebook group! That way you are able to communicate with others attending the trip to book your flights in sync and split rental car or uber costs!
North Platte Airport (135 miles)
Sioux Falls, SD Airport (276 miles)
FAQ’S AND POLICY
Yes, this is the boring part. BUT it’s important. We ask each person who registers for a trip to go and visit the FAQs and Policy page of our website. If you register for a trip before reading this information that is on you! There is a lot of great info found there that may or may not sway your decision. Please check out all of our FAQs and Policy information here BEFORE SIGNING UP FOR A TRIP WITH US! Thank you!
Things not included in this trip:
-Any tips to your guides/outfitters - please wait to hear from your coordinator on a suggested tipping amount and plan to always bring cash for tipping. Tipping doesn’t apply to all trips.
-Transportation. Your airline or rental car is not included. Please do not expect to arrive at the airport and have a ride unless specifically planned out with someone.. We suggest that you wait to book any travel plans until you’ve talked with other girls going on the trip. Chances are other people are also flying/driving in and you will be able to coordinate plans with them. It is always cheaper to split a rental car 4 ways!
-Meals are not included in the cost of this trip. We will plan to enjoy the local cuisines or cook at our lodging accommodations!
EXPECTATIONS + NO DRAMA POLICY
There are times that our trips do not go exactly as planned or advertised. Mother nature plays a large role in how we are able to spend time outdoors. We ask that you come into every single Her Wilderness trip with a positive attitude and “go with the flow” mindset for the duration of your trip. If that seems unreasonable, we kindly ask that you do not register for our events. The weather is unpredictable and can impact hiking, hunting, fishing, and our number #1 priority, your safety! For example, if your trip is geared towards hunting ducks, but right now the guide can only confidently offer a successful goose hunt, we will go with the guide's recommendation. If a situation like this will upset you then please do not register for a trip with us. We expect every woman to have a positive attitude no matter the circumstances. We have had plenty of trips get canceled, rescheduled or have plans changed with no issues simply because the group was understanding and made the best of the situation they were given. We pride ourselves in how fun our trips can be even in the most unfortunate of circumstances. If you are often considered “high maintenance” or tend to get stressed out then we kindly want to let you know that our trips are not a good fit for you. You may have to share a bed with a stranger, the weather may not allow us to participate in an activity, there may not be any showers available, there may only be 1 bathroom for 10 women, you may not harvest the animal you wanted to get, there could be someone on the trip that you just don’t vibe with. All of these scenarios are real and they happen. We will do our best to filter and prevent what we can before it becomes an issue. All of our trips and events are a drama and stress free zone! If you are the source of any drama you will be asked to leave with no refund given. We always want to ensure that our customers are comfortable and taken care of. We will always ask that you have a cool, calm and collected attitude. If you are unable to maintain a good attitude in a variety of circumstances we kindly ask that you refrain from registering for a trip. We appreciate each and everyone of our customers and want to ensure the best experience for all of our attendees!
TRIP REGISTRATION AND CONTACT INFORMATION
Upon registration, you will receive a confirmation email with a link to a private facebook group for this specific trip. This group is where you can connect with other trip attendees, ask your trip coordinator questions, and receive additional trip details. You can discuss packing lists, travel plans, and more. Please be sure you use a valid working email to register for this trip. If you do not have a facebook account please send an email to questions@herwilderness.co so that we can make the appropriate accommodations to get you additional trip details. Please read carefully: please make all payments by their due dates. If payments are late we will always work with you. however if there is no communication we will assume you are forfeiting your spot and any payments made will not be refunded. By registering for any wilderness trip you are under the full understanding that there are no refunds. by registering for this trip you understand that your deposit is non-refundable with no exceptions.
Please feel free to email questions@herwilderness.co with any questions about this trip!