Come if you dare......Morgan's Haunted River !

September 06, 2011

Over the last few weekends in October, Morgan's Outdoor Adventures invite you and your family to hike through the Forest of Lost Souls on your way to a short guided raft ride on the Haunted River… who knows what lurks in the shadows and below the murky waters of the Little Miami River?!  

                   PADDLE FOR YOUR LIFE..........

WHEN:     7:00pm - 11:00pm, Friday & Saturday's in October beginning October 7th and 8th

                    Last Tickets will be sold at 10:30!!!!

WHERE:   MORGAN'S RIVERSIDE CAMPGROUND & CABINS

                     6262 Gilmour Road, Morrow, OH  45152

WHO:        HAUNTED RIVER IS FUN AND SCARY FOR ALL!

                     Due to some of the scary imagery, this event is recommended for kids ages 10 and

                     up. Parents can use their own discretion for younger kids. 

                     All children 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

PRICE:       $15/Adult, $10/Kids 12 and under

                Reservations required for groups of 10 or more.  

                Group discounts offered with reservation

                Call 1-800-We-Canoe (1-800-932-2663) between 9am-5pm

MORE:       Bonfire, Haunted Movies while you wait!  Our camp store will be open, with an offering of beverages (both hot and cold), food and sweets, including s'more kits.

POTENTIAL WAIT TIME:  Because this is a guided tour, there may be a wait for up to 1.5 hours.

Download Waiver of Liability:  You must complete a waiver of liability upon your arrival. For your convenience, we have made the waiver available online so you can print and complete it ahead of time.

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Morgan's Outdoor....Summer is in Full Swing!

July 05, 2011

Despite a rainy spring, the Morgan Family has managed to be busier than ever with different events (and the weather actually co-operated!) We had the 2nd Annual Dog Paddle sponsored by Bil-Jac Dog Food on May22. This event benefitted Cancer Free KiIDS, an organization we are proud to partner with in their worthy cause of raising funds for pediatric cancer research. Guests took their 4 legged friends down the Little Miami River in rafts for a gentle float ride,and then walked back to the livery on the Little Miami Bike Trail where our sponsors had booths and we had different contests, including a Dog/Owner look-alike contest(winners pictured here), a "Dog eat Dog" contest(dogs/owners competing to chow down on hot dogs), and the "Paw-ject Runway" fashion show for the most fashionable canines around! Come join us next year for this fun event if you missed this year! 

Next, we hosted Morgan's 32nd Annual Little Miami Triathlon on June 5. A new component added for our participants this year was a chance to raise funds for charity, including Cancer Free KIDS. Pictured here is founder of Cancer Free KIDS, Ellen Flannery with a "Courage Crew" team comprised of triathletes Jon Meyer and Andy. We have a broad spectrum of participants in this event ...everyone from serious athletes who can complete the event in under 2 1/2 hours(6 mi canoe, 5.5 mi run and 18 mi bike), to those who are just happy to finish. This was our largest ever with over 600 teams....the Fall event is filling up quickly. Please consider raising funds for charity while having fun competing. See our website at www.littlemiamitriathlon.com for more details and info. 

Did you know that Cincinnati was proclaimed the Paddling Capital of the United States? Yes it is! Why? Because:

Greater Cincinnati is the Paddling Capital because:
-- Cincinnati hosts Paddlefest, America’s largest on-water paddling event, which draws 2,000 people for an annual float trip down the Ohio River.
-- Cincinnati enjoys the greatest selection of paddling-friendly waterways, including the Ohio, Great Miami, Little Miami, Whitewater and Licking rivers as well as the Four Mile, Caesar, Stonelick, O’Bannon, Indian and White Oak creeks.
-- Cincinnati features the largest number of paddling-access points with more than 25 places to launch canoes and kayaks.
-- Cincinnati is home to Cincypaddlers, the largest locally based paddling club with more than 1,850 members.
-- Cincinnati contains the largest number of paddling specialty shops. Many cities are fortunate to have one paddling retailer. Cincinnati has five.
-- Cincinnati boasts the largest number of canoe and kayak liveries. Many cities have one or two liveries. Cincinnati has 10.

Gary Morgan was invited to speak, along with leaders from local government and tourism, as part of the proclamation which was made on Fountain Square in June. 

Finally, our Brookville livery hosted the Annual Raft Trip and Picnic for the Cincinnati Association of the Blind and Visually Impaired on July 1st. We love this day as much as the visually impaired folks and their volunteers do! Proceeds from the Triathlon sponsor this trip and make it possible. 

There's lots of summer left, so make plans to come out and cool off at Morgan's while paddling down the river! Our campgrounds and cabins make a perfect "stay-cation destination" for our tri-state guests! As they say in Costa Rica,Pura Vida!

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Clark Montessori High School Arrives in Costa Rica

April 05, 2011

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 16 students and 2 teachers arrived in San Jose,Costa Rica and drove down (via Marvin and his Magic Bus) to Dominical on the Pacific Coast on the way to Morgan's Jungle Lodge. The students were happy to frolic and play in the warm ocean waves before being served up a wonderful meal at Domilocos by owner Vivian. After a restful night, the group proceeded down to the Osa Peninsula....let the adventures begin! Will post more about that later.....

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Adventure and Education: Costa Rica

April 03, 2011

Morgan's Outdoor Adventures was fortunate to have a UC photojournalism professor, Sean Hughes and two of his students accompany the students of Walnut Hills, as they traveled to Morgan's Jungle Lodge, located on the Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica.  Follow this group of Cincinnati high school students as they travel to the jungles of Costa Rica in the spirit of conservation and eco-sensitivity. Click here to follow their adventurous journey.

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The Morgan Family welcomes you to another exciting season of outdoor adventures!

March 31, 2011

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Doing the Morgan's Triathlon....Why not Join the Courage Crew!

March 21, 2011

If you are thinking about participating in the Morgan's Triathlon this year, consider competing with a purpose!

Being a team member of the Courage Crew is a great way to take the Morgan's Triathlon to the next level!  Whether this is your first triathlon or your 31st, you can benefit by being part of the Courage Crew.  

There is no cost to join the Courage Crew - simply a commitment to turn your triathlon into an opportunity to raise funds for childhood cancer research.  How?  Simple...we provide you with the online tools you need to easily create your own web pae and then send it out to family & friends asking them to support your efforts with a donation to CancerFree Kids.  You can put your request out via Facebook, Twitter, etc.  Your coal will be to raise at least $500 individually or $1000 per team by june 1st for the June 5 Morgan's Triathlon.

 Benefits:

·      Premier start times reserved just for Courage Crew team members 

·      Custom technical shirt identifying you as a Courage Crew member;

·      Fundraising support – you won’t believe how easy it is!

·      Professional training sessions for all phases of the Triathlon – canoeing, running and cycling.   These sessions are completely optional. 

·      Discounted (50%) prices on any practice canoe runs at Morgan’s.

·      Pre- and Post-race Hospitality Tent for Courage Crew team members.

·      “got courage” wristband to remind you of the kids you are helping while you train!

·      The knowledge that you are doing something truly great for kids with cancer….       

THEIR courage will inspire you. 

YOUR courage will give them hope for the future. 

Sign up TODAY!  Space is Limited! 

Contact:  Rose Eckhoff at CancerFree KIDS at rose@cancerfreekids.org or call (513) 575-5437 for more information or to request your Courage Crew welcome packe

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Morgan’s 31st Annual Little Miami Triathlon-Fall Edition

October 07, 2010

It was a cold and grey start to the day for Morgan’s 31st Annual Little Miami Triathlon-Fall Edition, but it only added to the sense of excitement and anticipation for the 1300+competitors (largest one yet...we didn't close off registration this time around) that were participating. We offered up hot tea,hot coffee and hot chocolate, which the crowd sipped on and tried to warm up while waiting for their heat to be called. There was plenty of water in the Little Miami River for the 6 mile canoe portion of the race, believe it or not, thanks to a dam release from Ceasar’s Creek by the Army Corps of Engineers(who are nice enough to work with us), as well as a much needed rainfall the day before. I think the runners and walkers appreciated the cool temps during the 5.5 mile route, especially after such a hot and dry August and September. Then, during the biking portion, bikers faced down the wind which I think must’ve helped them move a little quicker!

It is hard to believe that what started 31 years ago with just 75 competitors has grown to become such a Cincinnati tradition with competitors coming from all over the country-from Oregon to Maine! We love to see the returning athletes and weekend warriors who come back year after year and sometimes compete in t-shirts from the event 20,25 years ago. It’s also great to see some of the many new faces and see their sense of accomplishment in completing this rigorous race. Many people use the event to set goals for themselves, such as this participant(Jon M) who emailed me before the race last week:

“I've lost over 90 pounds since March and your event has been my training focus since May. My team is called "Don't Stop for Banjo Music" and we shove off at 10am.Thanks for putting this on...I can't flippin' wait for Sunday!”

Now that is gratifying! Congratulations to Jon and all the other athletes who participated in this event last Sunday....even if your ambition was to "just finish", it was impressive to see so many of you reach your goal! Hope to see you again in June 2011!
 

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Morgan’s Spooktacular Haunted River

September 01, 2010

Over three haunted weekends in October, Morgan's invite you and your family to hike through the Forest of lost souls on your way to a short guided raft ride on the Haunted River… who knows what lurks in the shadows and below the murky waters?

FUN FOR FAMILIES!

Due to some of the scary imagery, this event is recommended for kids ages 7 and up. Parents can use their own discretion for younger kids. All children 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Price: $10/Adult, $5/Kids under 12
Bonfire,Movies while you wait! Our deli will be opened too, with an offering of beverages(both hot and cold), food and sweets, including s'more kits.

Because this is a guided tour,there may be a wait for up to 1.5 hours, so please feel free to bring your own s'more fixins to roast around the fire. A movie will be showing too!

7-11pm on the following days:

• Fri. Oct. 15 & Sat. Oct. 16
• Fri. Oct. 22 & Sat. Oct. 23
• Fri. Oct. 29 & Sat. Oct. 30

Last Tickets will be sold at 10:30!!!!

Download Waiver of Liability

You must complete a waiver of liability upon your arrival. For your convenience, we have made the waiver available online so you can print and complete it ahead of time.

Download Waiver

One child free admission with this coupon.

Morgan’s Riverside Campground 6262 Gilmour Road, Morrow,OH 45152, 513-899-2166

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Being blind no obstacle during rafting adventure

July 19, 2010

LEBANON — Joseph Maximetz couldn’t see the Little Miami River, Friday, July 9, as he paddled through it in an oversized inflatable raft, but he braved the current without a second thought.

“I enjoyed it immensely,” Maximetz said back on dry land. “I love going out on boats; there’s a certain freedom to being out on the water.”

Maximetz was on the rafting venture as part of the Cincinnati Blind Association’s annual trip to Morgan’s Canoe Rental. Around 100 people — equal numbers blind and sighted companions — took on the challenge, braving earlier rainstorms for a chance to set sail on the calm river.

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Canoe liveries are tribute to Morgans' love of outdoors

July 13, 2010

WARREN COUNTY — Bob and June Morgan and their five sons have always loved the great outdoors.

For years, Bob took groups of young adults on camping adventures he named “Canoe Trails,” from the late 1950s to the early ’70s. Five times a year the groups would spend almost three weeks hiking, canoeing, and sharing stories by the campfire.

On one trip, they would canoe the Buffalo River in the Ozarks, another, West Virginia’s New River, among others. And the annual trips to Canada, which his wife, June, went on as well, were 31 days of pure adventure in the Ontario wilderness.

Bob’s youngest son Randy, now 45, says, “My best memories are every trip with dad.” Another son, Dirk, 51, who went on his first Canadian trip with his parents at age three, says, “To Dad, the great outdoors was a huge classroom.”

Bob, 77, recalls the time when well-known wildlife artist Charley Harper, who became good friends with the Morgans, went on all five of the trips in the early ’60s. The Ford Times, a former monthly magazine, commissioned Harper to write a story about the trips, along with the artwork for the cover. After that article, Bob said, “Every parent wanted their kids to go on the trip.”

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