Breakaway Excursions Verified

You will meet at Breakaway Excursions' storefront location in the Village of Mantua, Ohio. They will transport you and your guests to the river for your launch and pick you up at the end.

The guides will show you a paddle stroke demonstration before they launch you on the river. They also offer a complimentary Quick Start lesson for those that want it. This is a great little class that teaches the basic paddling strokes a person would need for the day.

Weather appropriate clothing which is fast drying.
Sunscreen
Water to drink
Extra change of clothes for after the trip

If Breakaway Excursions need to cancel, factors include too few participants, logistical problems, or circumstances which make the operation of the trip inadvisable. Cancellations are at the discretion of BE. If, for any reason, they decide that the trip would be unsafe or not possible as planned, BE has the right to cancel. If the water or weather conditions are deemed unsafe, they will cancel and reschedule.

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Failure to make payment on your reservation, or failure or refusal to submit the unmodified liability waiver provided to you, or non-participation in a reserved activity is a cancellation by you.

Cancellations for kayaking are accepted 1 week prior to your scheduled departure with a full refund. A 50% refund will be given under one week and up to 48 hours of your scheduled departure time. Under 48 hours you will be charged the full price unless we are able to fill your cancelled reservation.

Late fee: A $25 late fee will be charged for every 30 minutes that a boat is kept out passed the scheduled return time

Cleaning fee: Boats get dirty from normal use. If a boat is returned excessively dirty, the client will will be given an option to clean the boat or be charged a cleaning fee at the following rates:

kayaks and stand up paddle boards - $10 per boat fishing boats $25 per boat.

Lost or damaged equipment: The client will be charged for all damages and losses of equipment.

No Alcohol: BE has a strict no alcohol policy while paddling on the river. Please make sure you read the terms and conditions before deciding to paddle with BE.

Paddlers must wear a life-jacket at all times.

Complete a Waiver and Release of Liability form for each participant (minors must be signed by parent or legal guardian).

You must leave a valid driver’s license, car keys or cellphone with BE as collateral while you are using their boats.

Lost or damaged rental equipment will be charged to the person making the reservation.

Do not trespass on private lands.

Return rental equipment clean and free of dirt and debris.

All minors must be accompanied by an adult.

Know the local weather forecast for day and dress appropriately.

Keep the waterways clean by not littering.

Lock valuables in your cars; BE is not responsible for lost, stolen or damaged property.

Follow local waterway restrictions for cigar and cigarette smoking.

Breakaway Excursions reserve the right to terminate your rental for any reason if they feel safety is being compromised. This includes but not limited to, water and weather conditions, inappropriate behavior, inappropriate dress and preparation.