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  GCEX Grand Canyon Expeditons - River Wear
We've added the rich colors of the majestic Grand Canyon and the "flair for fun" of two friends and their fellow river runners.
Created with spirit, on the doorstep of the Grand Canyon in Arizona's Navajo country.
Watch for the new Grand Canyon Line, especially the Aztec River 2000 bracelet customized with the Grand Canyon Expeditions or the GCE symbol and special stones!
www.gcex.com /riverwear.html   (157 words)

  
  Whitewater Sports   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
The cool, clear blue water of the Guadalupe River, from Canyon Dam to New Braunfels, is the most exciting and popular stretch of river in Texas.
River flow and experience level need to be taken into account at these ages.
River patrol personnel and emergency medical services are available for your safety and convenience and to enforce the law.
whitewatersportsinc.com /rentals.html   (893 words)

  
 Tex's Riverways - Trip Safety
All persons regardless of age are required by law to wear life vests while canoeing on the Colorado River below the confluence with the Green River.
A portable water vessel (bucket or pail) is required for bailing, settling river water or extinguishing campfires.
Fluctuations in water level in the main river channel of more than 1 ft. in an overnight period are very rare.
www.texsriverways.com /safety.htm   (467 words)

  
 Florida State Parks - MYAKKA RIVER STATE PARK
The Friends of the Myakka River, Inc. is a non-profit group established to protect, preserve and support Myakka River State Park and the" Florida Wild and Scenic" Myakka River.
The Myakka "Wild and Scenic River" flows through the western portion of the park and its two lakes and floodplain marshes are a haven for wading birds and waterfowl.
In the early 1930's local residents recognized the Myakka River Valley as a valuable part of their heritage, worthy of preserving for future generations.
www.abfla.com /parks/MyakkaRiver/myakkariver.html   (1579 words)

  
 KR MAIN MENU
The Kern River, with a gradient of 30 feet per mile, the Kern is one of the steepest and wildest rivers in North America.
Remember, you don’t have to be in the river to enjoy it’s beauty and strength For safety reasons it is highly advised that everyone in or near the river always wear a life vest.
The cool waters of the river are most refreshing in the summer months and since there are many unseen obstacles under the water when it’s running high, it’s recommended that tubers wait until the waters slow down a bit before entering the water.
www.kernvalley.net /recreate/river/exkernri.htm   (507 words)

  
 GORP - Deschutes River, Oregon
In the early 1800s, the Deschutes River was known by French fur traders as the "Riviere des Chutes" or "Riviere aux Chutes" - the "river of falls." The Deschutes River is now known throughout the United States as a river for fishing, canoeing, rafting, hiking, and beautiful scenery.
River flow has been regulated since 1922, but it is still a river of contrasts, changing in character from Class I to Class IV rapids within a few hundred yards.
Wear a Coast Guard approved personal flotation device when on the river and wear or carry other equipment appropriate to the segment of the river.
gorp.away.com /gorp/resource/us_river/or_desch.htm   (2022 words)

  
 WEAR - LoveToKnow Article on WEAR
as Bishop Auckland, then turns northward and northeastward, the course of the river becoming extremely sinuous, The scenery is particularly fine where the river sweeps round the bold peninsula which bears the cathedral and castle of the city of Durham.
The valley line continues northerly until Chesterle-Street is passed, then it turns north-east; and soon the river becomes navigable, carrying a great traffic in coal, and having its banks lined with factories.
At the mouth is the large seaport of Sunderland.
www.1911encyclopedia.org /W/WE/WEAR.htm   (1114 words)

  
 Open Directory - Regional:Europe:United Kingdom:England:Tyne and Wear   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
Tyne and Wear is a county in the north east of England and part of the area known as Northumbria.
Once upon a time the river Tyne formed the southern border of Northumberland and the northern border of County Durham but today it is the bustling centre of Tyne and Wear and both rivers are the scene of much regeneration.
Tyne and Wear may be the smallest of all the northern counties but it is the second most densely populated (Merseyside in the northwest being the first).
dmoz.org /Regional/Europe/United_Kingdom/England/Tyne_and_Wear/desc.html   (1572 words)

  
 Mercy Ships : 16-30 September, 2003   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
Split in two by the River Wear, Sunderland's picturesque northern shores evidence the city's rich history and energy as a leading industrial city in the north.
Throughout the years, as the settlements along the River Wear grew, the two sides of the river came together to form the unified city of Sunderland.
Though the river still cuts through the center of the city, Sunderland is unified in its common desire to see the industrious city grow into a thriving metropolis.
www.mercyships.org /News/News.cfm?ID=377&c=24   (465 words)

  
 List of river name etymologies - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Thames: Latin "Tamesis" from Brythonic meaning "dark river"
Brazos: Spanish "Los Brazos de Dios" (the arms of God), there are several different explanations for the name, all involving it being the first water to be found by desperately thirsty parties.
Hudson: Named for Henry Hudson, an Englishman sailing for the Netherlands, who explored it in 1609.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/List_of_river_name_etymologies   (161 words)

  
 Storylines
Establishment of Original Watch on the Wear; The Sunderland Improvement Act of 1826; The tale of the Captain's supper; Cessation of the River Watch.
Sunderland and the River Wear; Disquiet by Shipowners over lack of River Watch; Formation of temporary Private Watch by Shipowners; Proposed creation of permanent Watch; Opposition from the Town Council; Compromise reached; Passage of the River Wear Watch Act of 1840.
Inaugural meeting of the River Wear Watch Commissioners; Appointment of Commissioners; Functions of the Commission; Arming of the Watch; Superintendent of the Watch; Duties of River Police Constables; Conditions of Service; Levy of the River Wear Watch Rate.
www.riverpolicehistory.homestead.com /Storylines.html   (377 words)

  
 riverpolicehistory
On the north east coast of England stands the historic seaport of Sunderland, through the midst of which flows the River Wear into the North Sea.
It was this river upon which the growth and prosperity of the town for so long depended, the first authentic evidence of Sunderland as a place of maritime commerce being contained in a Charter granted by Bishop Pudsey to 'Weremouth' in 1154...
A memorial to the men of the River Wear Watch who lost their lives in the furtherance of duty..............
riverpolicehistory.homestead.com   (452 words)

  
 GCEX Grand Canyon Expeditions - Your Tour Provider for Whitewater River Rafting Trips in the Grand Canyon on the ...
GCEX Grand Canyon Expeditions - Your Tour Provider for Whitewater River Rafting Trips in the Grand Canyon on the Colorado River.
This unique trip down the Grand Canyon ranges from running world-class rapids to hiking and swimming in the side canyons to investigating the remains left by the first inhabitants of the canyon.
We also provide special interest trips including history, ecology, archeology, geology and photography.
www.gcex.com   (127 words)

  
 Worldisround - Rivers pictures
The Graceburn Weir and Aquaduct - Rivers in Victoria
These photos were taken at the small rivers Angstel, Gein and Vecht, in and near the...
The rivers on the mountains in Japan are very calm and beautiful.
www.worldisround.com /subject/Scenery/Rivers   (948 words)

  
 Rafting Frequently Asked Questions   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
Children under 5 years of age on the Colorado River (at normal water flows) are FREE; with children under 5, we typically recommend a half-day (approx.
While on the river, wear clothes that dry quickly, extras can be stored in the dry bag.
If the weather is considered too severe at the river, we'll call off the trip by 7:30 AM on the North Platte and Colorado Rivers; and by 9:00 AM on the Arkansas River.
www.silvercreeklodging.com /Attraction_raftfaqs.htm   (911 words)

  
 Tatet - nursing wear   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
China apparel and garments manufacturer and exporter of baby wear, child wear, children garment, man's underwear, women's underwear, shirts, swimming wear, sports wear, beachwear, shorts, knitwear and sweater, new born baby wear, infant baby wear, toddler baby wear, boy children apparel, girl children apparel.
Latino flavored urban wear para toda nuestra gente.
Wear it proudly and let the world know whose time it is.
tatet.com /search-nursing_wear.html   (399 words)

  
 Northumbrian Rivers
The Tweed is one of the finest Salmon fishing rivers in the British Isles.
The Aln is not a big river, at all, but has been an important river in history as it was a hiccup on an army's travel north and south.
The castle also houses the Museum of the Regiment of the 'Royal Northumberland Fusiliers' now the Royal Regiment of Fusiliers', and is the home of the Duke of Northumberland, who is probably, with Lord Ridley, the owners of most of the county's land.
www.geocities.com /captkenn/north_rivers.html   (222 words)

  
 Glacier National Park - Whitewater Rafting   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
The Middlefork of the Flathead River runs along the beautiful southern boundary of Glacier National Park.
From the cheery voice that first takes your reservation, the guide who shakes your hand and welcomes you aboard, the cook who knows how to barbecue a steak just the way you like it, to the baker who shares her family's huckleberry specialties, we are all here to make your vacation great.
Cancellations for all other daily river trips require notice of 3 days or more to receive a 25% refund from the raft company.
www.americanparks.net /glaciernp_rafting.htm   (612 words)

  
 Directory - Regional: Europe: United Kingdom: England: Tyne and Wear: Sunderland   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
Sunderland, situated at the mouth of the river Wear in the county of Tyne and Wear, dates back to around 680 AD when it was land on the south bank of the Wear belonging to the monastery at Monkwearmouth, which was situated on the north bank.
It was so named because the land was sundered or separated from the monastery by the river.
Sunderland and its port grew in importance with the coal and shipbuilding industries and became a major industrial area in the north east.
www.incywincy.com /default?p=68010   (225 words)

  
 The Zambezi Blast Kit List - Global Adventure Challenges   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
A t-shirt to wear under your life-jacket, or a long sleeved shirt if you are susceptible to getting sunburnt.
If you wear spectacles, you need a good means of fastening them to your head.
Sunglasses, although it is recommended you do not wear them on the river.
www.globaladv.org /ZambeziBlast_Kit.htm   (275 words)

  
 Whitewater adventure on Georgia's Chattooga River
Forming the northernmost part of Georgia's eastern border with South Carolina, the river begins as a trickle in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina and ends at remote Lake Tugaloo near Tallulah Gorge.
The bulk of this large wood building is barely visible from the road, but their sign leads us to the parking lot that is quickly filling.
We put in shortly after the rock and enjoy sandwiches for lunch (the meal is a feast with a wide variety of cold cuts and breads!).
ngeorgia.com /adventure/seewhitewater.html   (1284 words)

  
 Bridgestone/Firestone Commercial Truck Tires   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
Since many steer radials are removed early from service because of irregular wear, long before they are worn out, the R287 is built to deliver exceptionally long tire life for long-distance fleets.
The new footprint shape optimizes itself as it wears, while stress relief siping along the main ribs combat river wear.
All of these innovations are combined with a high-tech tread compound that is stiffer and is engineered to fight severe scrubbing forces that occur during hard braking and cornering.
www.trucktires.com /ca_eng/library/pressreleases/News/040414_r287.asp   (357 words)

  
 Citrus: Two wheels on highway to heaven
The River Riders love the Lord and their bikes.
They're the River Riders, Citrus County's chapter of the Christian Motorcyclists Association.
The Crystal River group, spawned from the Reborn Riders of New Port Richey, meets at 9:30 a.m.
www.sptimes.com /2002/05/18/news_pf/Citrus/Two_wheels_on_highway.shtml   (764 words)

  
 Bridgestone/Firestone Commercial Truck Tires   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
ULTI-Ribs are designed to prevent river wear (uneven wear along the edge of a tread rib) at the main groove edges and allow pressure to be equally distributed and maintained across adjacent major ribs.
See-through grooves, which channel away water and impede development of river wear patterns.
Shoulder wear protectors on each side to resist the spread of irregular wear to the tread surface.
www.trucktires.com /ca_eng/library/pressreleases/News/90510a.asp   (273 words)

  
 River Rafting the Toutle River in Washington State - River Riders Inc Rafting Professionals.   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
River Rafting the Toutle River in Washington State - River Riders Inc Rafting Professionals.
Your guides will meet you at the bridge over the south fork of the Toutle River near the town of Toutle.
Follow this road for about 3/4 of a mile and cross the south fork of the Toutle River.
www.riverrider.com /toutleriver.html   (235 words)

  
 Chester-le-Street --  Encyclopædia Britannica
town and district, administrative and historic county of Durham, England, at the southern edge of the Tyne and Wear metropolitan area near the River Wear.
The site was an area of early coal mining and industrial activity and was associated with the Wear coal trade to London from the 17th century.
It guards the lowest crossing of the River Dee 6 miles (10 km) from the Irish Sea and is a market town, a dairying centre, and a favourite resort of artists.
www.britannica.com /eb/article-9023888?tocId=9023888   (850 words)

  
 Styx River | about Styx River   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
Styx River Specialties, Inc. is your quality manufacturer and distributor of custom outdoor products.
Founded in June of 2002, the manufacturing business is nothing new to the staff of Styx River who have been manufacturing quality products for over 15 years under the Pro-Tex Headwear name.
Why the name "Styx River?" As avid outdoorsmen with years of experience in the field, the company name is actually the name of a river in Alabama where one of our founders fished as a young boy.
www.styx-river.com /aboutus.htm   (147 words)

  
 Holiday River Expeditions - Store
They help keep the sun off your legs during the day and are comfortable for wearing around camp in the evening.
The owner of Alf Wear is a river runner and made these with you in mind!
These beautiful imported batik wrap skirts are perfect for wearing around camp at the end of the day.
www.bikeraft.com /store/search.php3?category_id=2   (279 words)

  
 River Rafting Preparation   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
We reserve the right to refuse to raft anyone considered to be under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs and therefore dangerous to others.
If we determine river conditions inappropriate, we reserve the right to substitute a safe trip the same day on a different river, or the same river on another date.
Professional river guides, USCG approved life jackets, quality commercial river rafts, wet suits, booties and waterproof containers for your cameras, keys and extra clothing.
www.riverrider.com /preparation.html   (483 words)

  
 River Ure   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
Westwick Lock is the smaller of the two locks and is length 57 foot, beam 14 foot 6 inches.
The River Thames Book by Chris Cove-Smith, ISBN 0 85288 399 4 :222 pages, Published by Imray Laurie Norie & Wilson 1998 A walking and boating guide to the Thames, Wey, Basingstoke Canal and to the eastern part of the Kennet & Avon Canal.
River Wey Trips : Guildford Boat House and Farncombe Boat House can offer a wide variety of trip options to suit everyone.
easyweb.easynet.co.uk /jim.shead/River-Ure.html   (1234 words)

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