Farm to Batteau
Get ready for an open fire, family-style, farm to table dinner out on America’s Founding River.
The Experience
Join us for a collaboration with local Chef Sarah Rennie of Two Fire Table! Get ready for an open fire, family-style, farm to table dinner out on America’s Founding River. This experience showcases the agricultural and historical richness of the Scottsville area, against the backdrop of the golden hour on the James River.
The Food
A family-style, local and seasonal dinner cooked over an open fire on board. A menu will be available closer to the date.
***Due to the intimacy of the event, dietary restrictions and allergies cannot be accommodated.
Live music
Our in-house musician takes the stage at our anchor point and will perform light acoustic music to serve as an ambient background. blending in with the sounds of night falling on the river.
Ice Buckets & Cups
You are welcome to bring your own tasty beverages onboard. We will provide ice buckets at your table and cups to enjoy them out of.
Two Fire Table
A Southern Appalachian native, Sarah Rennie began her love of cooking with fire in a wood-fired bakery in Asheville, NC. It was there that she learned the importance of seasonal cooking and supporting local farms.
After working for many great chefs in the area, she moved to Richmond, VA to manage three time James Beard nominated, Sub Rosa Bakery.
Additionally in an effort to enrich her knowledge and skills, Sarah spent time traveling in the American West and in South America to study foods and cultures that surround open fire cooking.
FAQs
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Yes! You are welcome to book a full boat for just your group. On public tours there may be another boat close by, we often travel in flotillas which is unique experience on the James River!
Private cruises are also available if you want to be the only group on our batteaux. These are booked separately from our public cruises and can accommodate up to 12 people as of May 2023.
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The tour meets at Canal Basin Square, in Scottsville, a public park. This is located across the street from the Scottsville United Methodist Church and the Scottsville Museum.
249 Main St, Scottsville, VA 24590
There is parking on Main Street or on the righthand side of the parking lot next to the square. Please do not park next to the Scottsville Pharmacy.
Our company vehicle will drive you to where the tour will begin.
When the tour finishes at the Scottsville boat ramp you will have a short 3 minute walk back to your vehicle.
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Our tours are rain or shine! Being on the river during a rainy day can be a magical experience. We do have a large canopy that provides good shelter from the elements. That said, we are still outside so we suggest you bring your own raincoat.
When severe weather is anticipated and we determine our guests safety is in question, the tour will be postponed, rescheduled, or refunded.
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Shoes: Shoes are required at all times during the tour. Water appropriate footwear is highly recommended and required if you wish to swim.
Hat: Keeps the sun off your face
Sunglasses: Reduces glare from the water
Sunscreen: The Virginia sun can be brutal
Water bottle: Refill your reusable water bottle from our cooler
Rain gear: Bring a rain jacket or a poncho to guard against surprise showers
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We welcome children 8 and over. Due to our insurance policy we unfortunately can’t accept children under the age of 8.
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Yes! Taking a refreshing dip in the James can be a highlight of the tour. Just make sure you bring appropriate shoes for getting in the river.
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Yes! Our batteaumen know how a refreshing beverage pairs well with a day on the river. It’s important though to keep things family friendly, drunkenness will not be tolerated.
We provide ice buckets and cups. You are welcome to bring a small personal cooler.
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We make a bathroom stop at the beginning of every tour and encourage all of our guests to use the facilities. Once on board there are no formal bathroom stops along the river.
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Our river tour is very safe. The section of river we float is mostly flat, nothing to be concerned about. We do provide life jackets, wearing them is optional.
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If you feel at the end of the tour the service you received was exceptional, a personal “thank you” in the form of gratuity is greatly appreciated.
