Bridge Day 2010

On the 22nd of October in 1977, the New River Gorge Bridge was opened to traffic. This bridge opening marked the end of the old, long commute from one side of the New River Gorge to the other. This drive used to take 45 minutes of driving on narrow roads that snaked down one side of the Gorge and up the other. The construction of the New River Gorge Bridge turned this tedious 45-minute journey into a trip of a little over a minute. Pedestrian traffic is not allowed on the surface of the New River Gorge Bridge at any time - except on Bridge Day. The Bridge is 3,030 feet long and 876 feet above the rapids of the New River. The first New River Gorge Bridge Day was held on November 8, 1980.

Bridge Day is October 16, 2010
Every year, on the 3rd Saturday in October, the northbound lanes of the New River Gorge Bridge are closed and we hold the largest single day festival in the country. The main attraction is the BASE (Building, Antennae, Span, Earth) jumpers who parachute from the 2nd highest bridge in America. NARR gives you two great ways to enjoy it - this event is not to be missed, so book early!

Bridge Day Hot Deals!
	Bridge Day Celebration Special - October 16, 2010: $99 per person Enjoy one of West Virginia's most famous days. Raft the Lower New River and eat lunch under the bridge as you watch hundreds of parachute jumpers leap off the 876' New River Gorge Bridge. Then celebrate with the crew back at base with a pig roast and live music (YES! The pig roast and music are included!).
	Bridge Day Twin River Package: Only $178 per person • Raft the Lower New on Saturday where you will have a ringside seat to catch all the action of Bridge Day while you eat a riverside lunch. • Enjoy the party back at base with a pig roast and live music. • Raft the infamous Upper Gauley and get your adrenalin rushing! • Riverside Lunch included

Please note: All Hot Deals from North American River Runners are exclusive incentives and may not be combined with any other specials or discounts unless otherwise specified. Hot Deals are subject to availability, exclude the discount for online booking, and allowed when requested on prior reservations up to one week (7 days) before your event. Other restrictions may apply. All river trips have an additional $3.00 per person, per day river use fee.

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