FAQ: River & Trail Outfitters' Environmental Partnership with Potomac Riverkeepers
Summary
What is the main purpose of River & Trail Outfitters’ partnership with Potomac Riverkeepers?
The partnership supports water quality monitoring and environmental advocacy efforts to protect the Potomac River, with funds directly contributing to volunteer programs and water quality testing at multiple sites along the river.
How does the funding model work for this environmental initiative?
River & Trail Outfitters donates $0.25 per customer who uses the Potomac River, a model that has been in place for over a decade and has generated approximately $9,000 in both 2023 and 2024.
Who is involved in this environmental conservation effort?
River & Trail Outfitters (led by President Natasha Baihly) partners with Potomac Riverkeepers (founded by Jeff Kelby), with support from the company’s customers who participate in river activities.
Why is this partnership significant for the Potomac River?
It represents a sustainable tourism model where outdoor recreation businesses directly support the ecological health of the rivers that sustain their operations, ensuring clean water for future generations of river users.
What specific activities does River & Trail Outfitters offer on the Potomac River?
The company offers Harpers Ferry tubing on the Shenandoah and Potomac Rivers and whitewater rafting trips that have been operating since 1976.
How long has River & Trail Outfitters been committed to environmental stewardship?
The commitment began with the company’s founding, instilled by founder and former CEO Lee Baihly, and has been formally embedded in the company’s mission statement from the beginning.
What is Potomac Riverkeepers’ role in protecting the river?
The organization focuses on water quality monitoring, environmental advocacy, and litigation when necessary to maintain clean water standards and ensure the Potomac River remains viable for future generations.
How many customers does River & Trail Outfitters serve annually?
The company serves over 50,000 visitors annually through its outdoor adventure experiences in the Harpers Ferry area.
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