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September 17-19, 2010 - Summersville, WV


Note: Gauley Fest will always be held on the third weekend of September

subaru_logo_vert_4c_med_250px.jpgGauley Fest just keeps getting bigger and better! Started in 1983 to celebrate the derailment of a hydro-electric project that would have disrupted the flows on the Gauley River, Gauley Fest has grown to become the largest river festival in the world.

The festival is a showcase for American Whitewater and the top whitewater vendors in the boating community, plus it's THE place to catch up with old friends, make new ones, and just have a great time with like-minded river loving folks.

Gauley Fest is also AW's largest fundraising event. All proceeds from the festival support American Whitewater's conservation and access works throughout the nation.

The festival will feature live entertainment, a whitewater marketplace, raffle, and a silent auction where you can pick up some awesome outdoor gear. Come out and join us for a weekend of great paddling, exciting camaraderie, live entertainment, killer boat raffles, and the infamous silent auction.

Vendor Information
Festival Schedule
Full Band Listing

Camping

camping.jpg Camping is available on the festival grounds Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights at a rate of $5 per person/night. Dogs are discouraged in the campground, however camping is available for dogs at a rate of $5 per dog/night (no kiddin!). There is zero tolerance for dogs that exhibit dangerous and aggressive behavior at Gauley Fest. These dogs will be impounded immediately at the owner's expense.

All dogs must be on a leash at all times, and you must clean up after your dog. We are on a kid's play area! No reservations are taken on camping; first come, first serve. Camping has been known to sell out, so come early. Gauley Festival Camping Rules

Map and Directions

gauley_fest_map-200px.jpg Whether you've never been to the Gauley Fest or just want to double check your shuttle directions we've got a map for you. Download a Full-size pdf.

If you're looking for directions to the fest site from your home check out our directions page.

Volunteer

American Whitewater needs your help! Volunteers are needed for Gauley Fest 2009. Come help the organization that works for boaters by boaters.

If you are interested in volunteering for the Gauley River Festival, please click the link below to be taken to the American Whitewater volunteer page. If you have any questions, concerns, or would just like more information regarding volunteering at the Gauley River Festival, please contact our volunteer coordinator Stacey Johnson.

Learn more about volunteering

Raffle and Silent Auction

American Whitewater's silent auction and raffles are one of the highlights of the Gauley River Festival.

Great deals are found on gear from nearly every whitewater vendor. Best of all, all the proceeds go to support American Whitewater!

Gauley Fest T-Shirts

This year American Whitewater has once again teamed up with Dave Finney of Clockwork Graphics to make the popular Gauley Fest t-shirt. There are no plans to offer the shirts for sale outside of Gauley Fest, as they always sell out. So make sure you buy one!

Download a pdf of the design and feel free to print it up and use as a poster.