West Michigan Kayaking Club Takes on West Virginia’s Famous Upper Gauley

This wasn’t a quick afternoon paddle or a simple day trip. Our goal was to travel approximately 60 miles in three days, averaging about 20 miles each day, while carrying everything we needed for a self-supported camping expedition.

Three days. Miles of trail. Kayaking. Campfires. New friendships. A little rain. Live music. And finally, a beautiful paddle down the Boardman River.