Whitewater Whirl!
a mini dance vacation in WV's New River Gorge area

Flyer Distribution
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Fee Schedule
Registrations received:
   before April 12:  adult $80, youth $40
   after April 12: adult $90, youth $45.
   at the gate [weekend]: adult $90, youth $45
   at the gate [per event]: rates TBA

Youth = age 25 or younger on 05/02/2010.

Guest of dancer: FREE admission.  Holder of a guest ticket will not be participating in dances/workshops, but may purchase a meal plan, onsite camping or onsite lodging, and participate in any paid outdoor activity at the same rates as dancers.

Admission at the door will be accommodated only if there is available space.  Single event admission will be accommodated if there is available space. Availability of admission at-the-gate and single event admission will be announced – on the web site and by e-mail - a week prior to the Whirl.

Cancellation policy
Cancel before April 12: you will receive a full refund.
Cancel before April 26: you will receive a half refund. However, if the weekend reaches full capacity, you can get a full refund.

Meal Plan
Meal Plan purchase at the gate will not be available! 
The meal plan will feature 5 meals, one more than last year. Meals included in the plan are: Saturday breakfast, lunch and dinner. Sunday breakfast and lunch. Vegetarian option is available. The meal plan will cost $50 this year.
2010 Menu
Or download the entire 2010 Whirl Info Pack (includes the menu)
(PDF files - If you need it, download the Adobe Reader.)

About the food: Hariette Bugel of True Color Cooking is your chef for the weekend, presenting delicious, nutritious meals Friday through Sunday. Meal options will include vegetarian and gluten free meals. Learn more about Harriette at her web site www.TrueColorCooking.com. Dancer comment from a 2009 contra dance: “I had the opportunity to experienced one of Harriette's meals at a contradance earlier this year. It was amazing what she was able to do with a small budget. The spread layed out over three long tables and every dish was a delight to see (the presentation was half of the enjoyment) and of course, every dish was a pleasure to taste . There was something for everyone to enjoy! Thanks Harriette!”  - Jeff

Friday night meal option for early arrivers: soup, scones, cheese. Prepay only. This Friday night option is available for $5.

Registrations requesting a meal plan must be received by April 19 so that we can plan.  A limited number of meal plans may be available for purchase at the gate. The cost of a meal plan at the gate will be $60. Availability of meal purchase at the gate will be posted on the web site one week prior to the Whirl.

Dance snacks: Please bring a contribution for the dance snack table. If you do not wish to bring a snack, you may add $5 to your registration to help cover the cost of purchases for the snack table. Last year the snacks were delicious, nutritious and plentiful...let’s make this year even better!

Camping/Lodging
Onsite lodging includes: bunks in cabins at a rate of $5 per bunk per night. Also available is camping space at a rate of $ 5 per tent per night. There's plenty of level, grassy ground for camping in your car, tent, or RV. We may be able to arrange an electrical hookup if you let us know in advance. Toilets, sinks and showers are in the cabin areas.

Within a few miles of Fayette County Park / 4-H Camp many fine bed-and-breakfasts and hotels. See Offsite Food and Lodging page. 

Volunteers
40 hours (total) of volunteer work are available for the weekend. Several work options - 2, 4, 6 or 8 hours shifts – are available.  When you register, request a volunteer discount, and specify the number of hours you wish to work.  We will try to accommodate all volunteer requests until we fill the total of 40 hours needed help.

Volunteers will pay the total registration fee in advance. At the completion of the weekend and of your volunteer work, a portion of your registration will be refunded at a rate of $10 per volunteer hour completed.

Payment
Registrations can be paid for by personal check or by credit card.  Credit card payment are processed via PayPal. The registration form contains instructions for sending checks or supplying credit card information.

Saturday Adventure Tours!!
Fayette County, West Virginia has some fantastic outdoor recreation opportunities -- hiking, biking, rafting, rock climbing, and more. If you will be participating in a pro-guided (paid) activity—such as whitewater rafting—contact the outfitter and book your trip. See Choose an Outdoor Adventure page. For the Treetops Canopy Tour (info follows), you must first indicate interest by emailing us to get the group rate!

The TreeTops Canopy Tour is a world class full canopy tour program designed by international leader Bonsai Designs. The course is located at a newly expanded adventure resort: home to Class VI-Mountain River and Rivermen.  This half day adventure includes 10 Ziplines, 5 Sky Bridges, 1 Rappel, and 3 Short Hikes. Spend 3 1/2 hours in the old growth hemlock and hardwoods forest of pristine Mill Creek Canyon, immediately adjacent to the awe-inspiring New River Gorge. The longest zip is 730 feet and reaches speeds of about 35 mph. Several dancers had a great time on this tour last year!

The Whirl has obtained a group rate for the Canopy Tour,  $95 per person. This is a savings of $20 from the regular rate.  We must assemble groups of 6 or 8 to get the group rate.  Tours book to capacity, so reserve by 03/30. See information and a video at www.NewRiverGorgeCanopyTour.com.

If you are interested in the canopy tour, please let us know by return e-mail so that we can estimate possible participation in this activity. If we have enough responses for a group tour, we will request setup groups with the outfitter.  For group rates, we have to send advance money to the outfitter. The outfitter does not refund cancellations. Therefore we can not give refunds – unless someone takes your place – if you cancel.

FREE OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES - Lots to do! Check it out on the Outdoor Adventure page!