Overview
An exhilarating challenge!
The Alpine Tower stands 50 feet high with more than 20 routes to the top. Strap on your gear and get set for the climb of your life!
The Alpine Tower beckons you to stretch, claw, pull and scramble your way to the top. Once you’ve gotten there — standing at the peak, looking over the edge at the ground 50 feet below — you realize that you were able to overcome your fear. Our Alpine Tower is probably the largest jungle gym you’ve ever seen, and presents a challenge for anyone who takes it on. Is a member of your group a little apprehensive? That’s all right; there’s a job for everyone.
Some participants will belay, others will spot, but everyone who wants to climb will get the chance. This activity is suitable for participants of all ages. When you sign up for a climb, be prepared for the time of your life. During this 2 hour experience, you’ll be introduced to the basic equipment necessary for a safe climb, and under the direction of a skilled climber, you’ll master the basics of belaying.
While the tower might look intimidating, don’t worry about safety. Our staff is highly skilled in safety procedures and our equipment is inspected regularly. We take every precaution to avoid injuries. If the thrill of the tower leaves you wanting more, wait until you are buckled in to the giant swing. As you climb the ladder and are secured to a dangling cable, the other climbers are prepared to hoist you 45 feet in the air, where you will release a clasp and swing like you have never swung before.
Quick Info
- Level Easy
- Duration 2.5 Hours
- Participants 12
- Age All Ages
- Time M-S: 10:30, 2:30
- Note: Reservation Required
Suitable
- All transportation, equipment, and water is included
- Photo opportunities available
- Private trips available with surcharge
- 22% service charge will be added to all trips
Restrictions
- Minimum age of 5 years
- Close toe shoes required
- Must wear weather appropriate clothing
- Reservations and waivers required
More activities
Falconry Experience
WHAT IS FALCONRY?Falconry, the art of flying trained birds of prey after wild quarry, is alive and well in the United States. Imagine the thrill of walking through a field with a falcon flying above your head at 1,000 feet or higher. She is waiting for you to flush a pheasant from the bushes. You know it is there because your well trained pointers have indicated. When the falcon is in the proper position, you flush the game, the falcon turns and begins its head first dive. Your adrenaline is rushing. The next thing you know, the falcon hits the pheasant in the air, binds to it, then carries it to the ground where she will patiently await her reward. This is Falconry….
Picture yourself walking through a field hitting every piece of brush and trying to flush out rabbits. Your Harris Hawk follows you from tree to tree, waiting and anticipating the flushing of game. Suddenly a rabbit breaks from the brush, the hawk quickly takes off, and turns to chase the rabbit in aggressive pursuit. Eventually the rabbit out maneuvers the hawk, he turns in mid-air and returns to your glove for a small reward.
This is Falconry….
THE SPORT OF KINGS. Historically, falconry was used as status symbol for the nobles of Medieval Europe, Middle East, and Mongolian Empire. The sport was mainly restricted to these classes due to the commitment of time, money, and space. Although the nobles would not train the birds themselves, they would pay Master Falconers extravagant sums of money. The Master of the Mews was in charge of obtaining, grooming, and keeping the best hawks in constant readiness for hunting. Thus, Falconry became the Sport of Kings!Within nomadic societies, birds of prey were not a status symbol. Instead, falcons were trapped and used to hunt small game during the winter months. These falcons helped to supplement their very limited diet.
Falconry Experiences
Beginners Lesson
The Greenbrier Falconry Beginners Lesson offers guests the rare opportunity to experience the 4,000-year-old sport of falconry, or “the sport of kings”. This incredible beginners lesson allows you to feel the thrill of working with majestic birds of prey. Most of our lesson takes place at our private bird chambers on the property of The Greenbrier. You will get the chance to interact with a variety of captive-bred, trained birds, including owls, falcons, and hawks.The lesson begins with a flying demonstration and a chance to learn about the fascinating history of this sport. You will be transported to our mews where you will meet the rest of our birds. After learning the appropriate techniques from our professional guides, you will get to hold a trained hawk on your fist. This lesson is truly a once in a lifetime experience!
Intermediate Lesson. Once you’ve had a taste of falconry during the beginner’s lesson, you’ll want to book an intermediate lesson — an amazing, hands-on excursion with a trained Harris Hawk. Accompanied by an expert guide, you’ll venture out onto one of The Greenbrier's scenic trails.Once there, you will don a falconry glove, and have a trained hawk placed on your gloved fist. Under supervision of our expert, you will cast the hawk into a nearby pine and watch as it follows you from tree to tree, returning right to your glove for a small reward. This is a once in a lifetime experience.
- Easy
- 1.5 Hours
- 30
Aerial Adventure Course
The Greenbrier Adventure Course is designed for fun at all ages and skill levels. During this 2-2.5 hour experience, participants will navigate 12 challenges, all 45-50 feet in the air. These challenges can be completed alone or in a group. Once each participant is harnessed up, are clipped onto the course and the fun begins. At the end participants will have the chance to exit by either a slow belayed descent or being clipped in to our free fall device for the ultimate rush.
- Easy
- 2.5 Hours
- 12
Alpine Tower Adventure Course
- Easy
- 2.5 Hours
- 12
Stand Up Paddle Boarding
- Easy
- 2.5 Hours
- 12
Flatwater Kayaking
- Easy
- 2.5 Hours
- 12
Mountaineer Experience
- Easy
- 2.5 Hours
- 12
Greenbrier River Trail
- Easy
- 2.5 Hours
- 12
EBike Rentals and Tours
Guided Tours
Come experience a leisure, scenic tour around The Greenbrier with our pedal-assisted e-bikes! This tour is a nontechnical bike ride through the neighborhoods surrounding The Greenbrier with a professional guide showing you the best views and sharing the local history. You will be pedaling up and down the rolling hills on paved roads around the property for approximately 1.5 hours. Looking for more adventure? Spend a couple of hours riding the off road trails surrounding The Greenbrier on our Trek, full suspension, mountain e-bikes. At The Greenbrier, an entire fleet of high-end e-bikes are at your disposal. The Rail 7 series features pedal assist power and an intelligent eMTB mode that will deliver the right amount of power based on your terrain. The Full Suspension Model allows you to enjoy any trail close to The Greenbrier! Self-guided Tours If you would rather take the lead, you can follow our turn by turn navigation on our mounted Garmin GPS units. Please call for current rental pricing- Easy-Difficult
- 1-3 hours
- 10+ (based on height and weight)
Bike Rentals
BIKE RENTALS
There are plenty of trails just minutes away from The Greenbrier and downtown White Sulphur Springs! Our bike rentals will let you explore the Front Range at your leisure. If you would like a guide, give us a call. We can get you on the trail with a guide today. Call us at 304.536.9245 to reserve your bike today! HYBRID AND MOUNTAIN BIKE RENTALS Our Trek, Cannondale and Fuji hybrid and hardtail mountain bikes are the perfect vehicle to explore the the backroads of West Virginia. Come visit us at The Greenbrier Outdoor Pool and we will get you all set. E-Bikes Need a little pedal assistance. Hop on one of our e-bikes and you will be off in no time. Call for current pricing and reservations- Easy-Difficult
- 1-8 Hours
- All Ages
The Great Greenbrier Chase
- Easy
- 2-3 Hours
- 5-100
Paintball Challenge
Devise offensive strategies, create defensive plans, eliminate your opponents in an exciting game of paintball.
Welcome to the world of paintball! During your visit to Lewisburg, WV or during your stay at The Greenbrier, experience one of the fastest growing sports in America. As you arrive at our wooded field, you and your 10 member team will feel the excitement grow as we discuss safety and game rules, and are issued gear and paintball markers. During your two hours at the Greenbrier Outfitters paintball course, you will participate in multiple game scenarios. These games might include capture the flag, where teams compete to be the first to retrieve the opposing team’s flag, or elimination, a timed game where the team with the most members left at the end of a predetermined time, wins.The price per person includes everything needed to enjoy the competition. Each team member will receive a semi-automatic gun, paintballs, coveralls, and a face shield. So, put your goggles on and feel the excitement of the pursuit 2020PRICING AND AVAILABILITY Pricing: $145+++ per participant Availability: Tuesday and Friday at 9:30a, with reservation Duration: 3 hours If your group has 4 or more players, and would like to play outside our normal tours, just give us a call!- Easy
- 2.5 Hours
- 12
Geocaching
- Easy
- 2 Hours
- 2-25