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Riverside Outfitters Youth Programs include activities such as whitewater rafting, tubing, kayaking, recreational tree climbing, paddleboarding, and youth programs. The broader Riverside Outfitters operation also offers boat rentals and bike rentals that are part of its outdoor recreation focus.
Riverside Outfitters has been providing award-winning adventures since 2005 and states that it has been dedicated to its mission for the past 20 years. The company grew from two rafts, a pickup truck, a trailer, and the foundations of a tree climbing camp to 15 rafts, approximately 45 raft guides, and 21 camp counselors, and now serves thousands of customers annually. Its mission is “significantly and responsibly increasing recreational use of Richmond’s natural landscape by providing world-class outdoor experiences and inspiring a return to natural fun.”
Scott Turner, owner of Truetimber Arborists, transformed his passion for the outdoors into a gateway to the James River Park System and created a neighborhood hub for the park system, with initial offerings that included recreational tree climbing, boat rentals, and bike rentals. Matt Perry joined as co-owner and President in May 2007 and assembled a team of recreation professionals who expanded the business. Riverside Outfitters describes itself as an outdoor community center first and a commercial outfitter second, with a stated commitment to the environment, the river, and the community, and it seeks individuals who want to make a positive impact on the community.
Riverside Outfitters highlights features such as top shelf, customer-focused guides and staff, high-quality, top-of-the-line rafts and expedition equipment, and a culture that balances professionalism with fun. It describes its location and operations as offering unmatched convenience, a super-fun and convenient experience, and a strategic position that provides an unparalleled blend of accessibility and adventure. The organization notes that it is a gateway to the James River Park System and a neighborhood hub for the park system built on core values and simple, natural recreation.
Riverside Outfitters lists credentials and recognition including “Best in RVA,” “providing award-winning adventures since 2005,” membership in America Outdoors, and statements that Riverside Outfitters Inc. is an equal opportunity provider and an equal opportunity employer.
Parent and family testimonials describe experiences with whitewater rafting and river trips that included guides sharing Richmond history, jokes for kids, swimming and jumping time, and breaks on shore. Multiple families mention feeling well cared for and comfortable on the river with guides such as Katy, Kyle, Ty, Scott, Noah, and Hayley, and several note trips with children under 12, including 8-, 9-, 11-, and 15-year-olds. Families report repeat visits over multiple years and describe the staff as knowledgeable, accommodating, and skilled, with one family specifically thanking Riverside Outfitters for helping children get excited about the outdoors.
Last updated July 17, 2026.
Riverside Outfitters has been providing award-winning adventures since 2005 and states that it has been dedicated to its mission for the past 20 years. The company grew from two rafts, a pickup truck, a trailer, and the foundations of a tree climbing camp to 15 rafts, approximately 45 raft guides, and 21 camp counselors, and now serves thousands of customers annually. Its mission is “significantly and responsibly increasing recreational use of Richmond’s natural landscape by providing world-class outdoor experiences and inspiring a return to natural fun.”
Scott Turner, owner of Truetimber Arborists, transformed his passion for the outdoors into a gateway to the James River Park System and created a neighborhood hub for the park system, with initial offerings that included recreational tree climbing, boat rentals, and bike rentals. Matt Perry joined as co-owner and President in May 2007 and assembled a team of recreation professionals who expanded the business. Riverside Outfitters describes itself as an outdoor community center first and a commercial outfitter second, with a stated commitment to the environment, the river, and the community, and it seeks individuals who want to make a positive impact on the community.
Riverside Outfitters highlights features such as top shelf, customer-focused guides and staff, high-quality, top-of-the-line rafts and expedition equipment, and a culture that balances professionalism with fun. It describes its location and operations as offering unmatched convenience, a super-fun and convenient experience, and a strategic position that provides an unparalleled blend of accessibility and adventure. The organization notes that it is a gateway to the James River Park System and a neighborhood hub for the park system built on core values and simple, natural recreation.
Riverside Outfitters lists credentials and recognition including “Best in RVA,” “providing award-winning adventures since 2005,” membership in America Outdoors, and statements that Riverside Outfitters Inc. is an equal opportunity provider and an equal opportunity employer.
Parent and family testimonials describe experiences with whitewater rafting and river trips that included guides sharing Richmond history, jokes for kids, swimming and jumping time, and breaks on shore. Multiple families mention feeling well cared for and comfortable on the river with guides such as Katy, Kyle, Ty, Scott, Noah, and Hayley, and several note trips with children under 12, including 8-, 9-, 11-, and 15-year-olds. Families report repeat visits over multiple years and describe the staff as knowledgeable, accommodating, and skilled, with one family specifically thanking Riverside Outfitters for helping children get excited about the outdoors.
Last updated July 17, 2026.
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