LOVE these trails and the mission of this organization. Hesitate to even leave a review because I…read moredon't want to share this amazing spot! The trails loop, so there's no having to hike back out the way you came. They are well-marked and of varying lengths- can even be combined. When I'm there I feel like the world is a million miles away.

My family had an extremely disappointing experience with this summer camp, and I cannot recommend…read moreit to other parents based on how we were treated by the center director, Josh Pulito. I would give 0 stars if I could. Our 6-year-old daughter attended for the first time, and like many young children in a new environment, she was understandably nervous. Rather than being met with patience and encouragement, she was reprimanded for not immediately rotating between activity groups. At six years old, children often need reassurance and guidance while they adjust to a new setting. That was not the approach we observed. The following incident was even more concerning. During pickup, my daughter became excited to see her mother and ran toward her before the formal sign-out process was completed. Instead of calmly reminding us of the procedure, Josh raised his voice at my wife in front of other parents and children. It was embarrassing, unnecessary, and completely unprofessional. Wanting to resolve the situation respectfully, I met with Josh the next day. I calmly explained that I did not appreciate my daughter or my wife being yelled at and asked that any concerns be addressed respectfully in the future. Rather than acknowledging our concerns or showing any understanding, he focused on defending his actions and criticizing my daughter's behavior. At no point did he demonstrate empathy for the fact that she is only six years old and was attending camp for the very first time. After our conversation ended politely, I thanked him for his time and left. Later that day, when my wife picked up our daughter, Josh told her that if I returned, he would contact the sheriff because he believed our conversation had been threatening. I found this accusation to be completely unfounded. My discussion with him remained calm and respectful from beginning to end. He also stated that if my daughter did not "listen" the following day, she would be removed from camp. As a parent, I expect a camp director to model patience, professionalism, and effective communication with young children and their families. Instead, our experience was marked by confrontation, public embarrassment, and what I felt was a lack of understanding of age-appropriate behavior. Six-year-olds require guidance, encouragement, and compassion--not intimidation. There are many excellent summer camp options available. Based on our experience, I would encourage parents to carefully consider those alternatives before enrolling their children here.

I was able to book a pontoon for 16 people for July 4th pretty last minute and it was amazing!…read more The staff was super friendly and gave us a map of where to explore. My friend took the 15 minute class and said it was super informative and helpful. The boat has blue tooth speakers and plenty of space to put your stuff down. Our boat only came with 4 life vests so you may want to bring your own for the rest of the group of needed. Definitely dock at the sandbar for a bit to enjoy the shallow water and soft sand! The 4 hours flew by and we had a blast! My only feedback would be to put more signs showing were to park and where to check in as this was not as clear.

We rented a pontoon boat today at Salvi Aquatic. The boat was in great condition and spacious. We…read morehad a fabulous 4 hour boat ride. Anthony showed us how to drive the boat and was very patient. We tied a tube to the boat and went swimming. At the last minute we rented a fishing rod. We didn't catch anything but it was a lot of fun. I highly recommend Salvi Aquatic!

We visited this reservoir on a whim, but wow it was beautiful. It's very close to the road on the…read moreway to the top of the mountain and is well worth stopping for. The mountains behind it glow with colors and it's very uncrowded.

This is a magical place and has changed the trajectory of my life. Whew! It's beautiful--the…read moremountains, the trees. There are always a few things that need fixing because it is a fairly large facility and is trying to be accessible to people of limited means. That said, the physical plant has improved much over the years. As others have said, the food is outstanding. But more outstanding are the people you meet. So many smart, talented men who are on the road to self-awareness. As for what Matthew J said, I believe him. Things sometimes fall through the cracks, so if you go, go in with some patience and grace. You will be rewarded for doing that. I was.

Great place for Gay men to vacation and do stuff Great…read moreworkshops Great Staff Lovely men participating All ages Wide range of people Fun Peaceful Good Food Responsive staff. The place is run with integrity I've been going annually for about 14 years !

Just $5 to visit, which I appreciated as an out-of-stater. Beautiful, secluded little mountain lake…read morewith a lifeguard. Very peaceful spot - has changing rooms and a couple of playgrounds.

Fantastic experience renting from this company for the Montgomery Co Kayak-a-Thon. Good, sturdy…read morekayak; would definitely rent again. Really enjoyed traveling through two locks.

I have utilized Upstate Kayak Rentals on multiple occasions including this morning. Excellent and…read moreconvenient service. App controlled kiosks provide kayaks, vests, and paddles. I highly recommend and will continue to utilize Upstate Kayak.

Love this place!!! Probably the 4th time I've been there! Staff is always friendly, super helpful &…read moreaccommodating. This year they have a guide climb with you whereas in previous years they were on the ground for help also. Both ways is totally fine, having one climb with you also has its advantages as well cuz they can help you with the obstacles with personal instructions and new this year they even take some pictures for us in the trees which was awesome especially if you don't have a GoPro or something yourself to take pictures with. I'm heading back with friends in August for some more fun!! They took safety precautions for COVID like masks, gloves, limited group size, etc. During these COVID times and all the restrictions in place some places are struggling. Just wanted to shout out & spread some positivity. I will definitely come back the next time I go to

Wow! I've never been to a course this amazing. We came early and were greeted warmly by the staff…read more They explained everything about the course so clearly. We had an incredible guide, she gave us so many tips and tricks along the way. We ended up doing 5 trails in total- the were so challenging and fun at the same time! Especially, the ascending oak trail was amazing. All the trails ended with a zipline- a very nice way to finish the trail. Each element was so sturdy- even with my fear of heights, I felt safe. The equipment was very secure and strong. This was the highlight of my day!

I've done 2 trips with RGS. One was a multi day and one was a single day. Both were very fun. Ron…read moreis very professional, friendly, and well organized. He is willing to work with you however makes you most comfortable. You can be very experienced or a newbie. It doesn't matter he will make sure you are comfortable and make sure that you only do what he knows your vehicle is capable of. Definitely worth working with Ron. His trips are dog friendly too!

A few weekends ago I went on a group over-landing trip with @ridgeback guide service. This was the…read more"Craft Beer Run" in Vermont. During the trip we hit a bunch of local breweries as well as many local shops. The trip was perfectly planned and the trails were great. There was enough, technical driving to keep you focused, and more than enough scenery to keep you engaged. The trails/obstacles that required a bit more attention were expertly spotted by Ron and/or his crew. At no time did I feel like I was in over my head. Having gone on "self guided" trips before, I can tell you that having a pre-planned, guided tour from someone who knows the area, is worth much more than the cost of the trip itself. The campfire community every night was an added bonus. If you are on the fence about booking a trip with Ridgeback Guide Service, just go for it!! There are other guide services out there, however, Ron checks all the boxes, does everything by the book, is a wealth of knowledge in off-roading and adheres strongly to the "tread lightly" principles. I look forward to many more outings with Ridgeback Guide Service.