River of Life Outdoor Adventures

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  "bio": "Wayne Aldridge has been guiding fly anglers on the Upper Delaware River system for 25 years, building deep knowledge of the West Branch's cold, consistent waters and the larger float-able sections of the East Branch and Main Stem. He specializes in wild brown and rainbow trout across classic big-water dry-fly fisheries, and offers specialized Spey casting instruction for anglers seeking to cover water efficiently on larger rivers and tight quarters. His guiding year follows the seasonal hatches and water conditions, rotating between the Catskill tributaries—the Beaverkill, Willowemoc, and Neversink—and the main stem, with trips accessible to anglers from New York City, Philadelphia, and Boston.",
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      "answer": "1 or 2 person full day float and/or wade (includes lunch & beverages) - $550.00 cash/check or $565.00 via PayPal. 1 or 2 person 1/2 day float and/or wade (includes snacks & beverages) - $450.00 cash/check or $464.00 via PayPal. 3rd person - add $100.00. Fly Casting & Spey casting lessons available at the full or half day rates.",
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      "answer": "Deposit is fully refundable with more than 14 days advance notice of trip cancellation. Deposit is forfeited on cancellations 8-14 days from trip date but may be applied to trips rescheduled within the same calendar year. Deposits are completely forfeited on trips cancelled 7 days or less of scheduled trip. Cancellations may be made by River Of Life due to severe weather or other unforeseen emergencies. If you wish to pay through a credit card with travel protections, you can do so via PayPal. There is an additional fee of 3% for handling.",
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      "answer": "A Carriage house arrangement located right on the bank of the Delaware's West Branch with two nicely equipped 2nd story private rooms. Both rooms are equipped with a Queen and a Twin bed, private bath, dinette table & chairs, Microwave, Mini-fridge, coffee maker w/coffee, Cable TV and AC. Each room has a rear balcony overlooking the West Branch of the Delaware River. Easy access to the river in the back yard. Rate is $89 (inc. tax) per night.",
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