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	We have 21 trips on Three Rivers. Full Moon Paddle Slink Shoals Sluice Reeses Rock Middle Creek Below Anglin Mill Bridge	. Special trips Regularly Scheduled Trips all are class I unless described otherwise Dan River trips Smith River trips Mayo River trips C Madison to Settles Bridge 8 1/2 miles  3 to 4 hours About 1/4 mile below the put in, the Mayo River enters on river left.  Next you pass under the US220 bypass bridges.  Downstream of these bridges is Slink Shoals Sluice - the "Crown Jewels" of the batteau navigation system in Rockingham County.  Just below the large rock outcrop on river right a 800' long sluice hugs the right bank and takes you around the shoals.  Then you enter the rapids where 4 pairs of wing dams channel all the water to the center of the river.  Don't worry, these navigation structures are what make it possible for novices to run the shoals and rapids on the Dan River.  Lone Island makes a good lunch stop.  Be sure to take the right channel as the left one is often blocked by trees. The take out at Settles Bridge is about 100' below the bridge on river right. D Settles Bridge to Eden 10 miles  4 to 5 hours Just below the put in is a small rapid created by the rubble from the original bridge. The easy channel is on river left near the bank. Eagle Falls island is about a mile farther. The “falls” are in the right channel and only create a problem during low water. The batteau sluice is on the left of the left channel. This was the site of the town of Jackson located at the then head of navigation on the Dan. Here you enter “The Bent” a large bend where the river turns first due east then due west. You will travel 3 mile by river to cover ¼ mile as the crow flies. Whetstone creek on river left marks the half way point. The NC770 (loop road) bridge is at mile 8. The take out is under the Leaksville Landing bridge on river left. Add another 1 ½ miles F Leaksville Landing to Wildlife Access About ½ mile below the Leaksville Landing bridge is a large stone tower. It is from the Leaksville Toll bridge built in 1838. The batteau sluice is on river right. The Smith river enters from river left ¼ mile later. You will see Lynrock golf course on the left. The take out is on river right just past the overhead power lines. Smith River Trips: P Bassett to Fieldale O Fieldale to Doe Run N Martinsville Dam to Marrowbone Creek 6 miles  2 hours Put in is at the Henry County (Va) access on Va Rt 706 below the Martinsville Dam. This is an easy Class I run until you get to Eggleston Falls which is Class II. Take out is on Marrowbone Creek on river right just below the falls. Go up the creek a couple hundred feet to the steps. L Mitchell Road to Eden 12 miles  4 to 5 hours Put in at the Mitchell road bridge (Va Rt 636).  This is a beautiful stretch of rive with good fishing and lots of wild life.  We often see bald eagles and osprey on this section.  Check out the larger side creeks for interesting rock formations.  An island about 4 miles along (just past "whale rock") makes a good lunch stop. Look for the remains of Goodwin's Mill circa 1728.  Morgan Ford bridge is 7 1/2 miles from the put in.  Look for the tree on top of the old stone pier.  This bridge was erected in 1953 from parts of 3 older bridges, the center section was built in 1887.  You will pass under 2 more bridges before taking out at a private landing just before the Spray Dam in Eden.       Add another hour to the trip M Marrowbone Creek to Mitchell Road 3 1/2 miles  1 hour Put in is at the Henry County (Va) access on Marrowbone Creek just below Eggleston Falls (great Class II white water).  As you start down the river, the Gravely Nature Preserve is on river right.  The high rocky slopes are lovely all year with mountain laurel and rhododendron.  About 1 1/2 mile down river Leatherwood Creek enters from river left.  Near here is where Patrick Henry had his plantation "Leatherwood". The take out is under the Mitchell road bridge on river left. Mayo River Trips: S Anglin Mill to US220 Bus 10 miles  4 to 5 hours We put in below the whitewater section. Hickory Creek enters from river right. Be sure to nose into the creek and see how it runs over broad smooth bedrock.
	Batteau Excursion: TBA (Dan River) You can charter the batteau for your own trip! A batteau is a long, narrow, flat-bottomed wooden boat propelled by crewmen using poles. These boats were widely used throughout the 19th century to carry passengers and cargo across the nation’s rivers. Batteaux were considered the "18-wheelers" of their day but disappeared from the rivers more than a century ago with the development of the railroad, until now. Three Rivers Outfitters operates the only commercial batteau in the country. The batteau is a great way to enjoy the river - especially for those who can not use a canoe. Full Moon Paddle: Join us for a romantic trip on the Dan and Smith rivers during the full moon. We leave at dusk and explore the rivers by the light of the full moon. In the cooler months ride the batteau and enjoy a light meal as we cruise the river. In the warmer months join us in canoes or kayaks and then have a wine and cheese party on the banks of the historic Barnett canal. $55 per couple includes boat, PFD, shuttle, and snack.
	Spray Dam	Special River Trips: By Appointment K  Our Quick Trip (1.5 hours on the water), is perfect for those who want to try a new experience, or who want to get out and enjoy themselves on the river but don't have a lot of time. You'll start your 2.5 mile trip at the our shop and float the Smith river to the Dan. Enjoy the wild flowers and wild life (you will be sure to see ducks and geese and might see an osprey or bald eagle. White Water Specials Spray Dam to 3RO   1 mile    Third Sat. mornings (depending on water level) Try some fun Class II white water!  We provide sit on top kayaks and shuttle for this great little run.  Or bring your own boat and use our shuttle. Check out the Class IV play spot for the experts! Q Philpot Dam to Bassett 6 miles  1 hour We run this section with the Philpot Dam release. The large volume of water and very cold water temperature (40 degrees !!) make this a Class II run. Defiantly a lot of fun but not for novices.