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June 2021
Water Safety Awareness for Kids & Families
We believe that water safety is best learned early so we have designed a kid-friendly class aimed at providing them with the basics so that they know both what to look out for and what to do if they find themselves in trouble. Tailored to kids and families who spend time in and around water, this half-day course covers ways everyone can safely enjoy their day while doing their favorite activity. Location: Watauga Point Recreation Area near Hampton, TN
Find out more »The Kayak Roll
Course Overview: Whether you want to learn to roll for the first time or improve an existing roll this 2-hour class will help you build the proper technique and confidence to hit your roll when it counts. Location: USA Raft & Lower Nolichucky River (class I-II), Erwin, TN – Directions can be found here
Find out more »Whitewater Canoe Immersive
Spend 3 days immersing yourself in the joy of whitewater canoeing as you work with an instructor to take your paddling to the next level on one or more of the region’s beautiful rivers. River selection and skills covered are tailored to the ability and interests of the participants. Location: Varies. Options include the Nolichucky, French Broad, the Toe and other rivers in Northeast TN and Western NC
Find out more »Flatwater Safety & Rescue for Paddlers
The 7-hour Flatwater Safety & Rescue for Paddlers Course covers a wide range of topics that will help flat water and open water boaters be safe while paddling on lakes and oceans. Participants learn recognition and avoidance of common hazards, execution of self-rescue techniques, and simple rescues of paddlers requiring assistance. Location: Watauga Point Recreation Area near Hampton, TN
Find out more »Farm Fresh Appalachia Farm Tour
Get that sunscreen ready for our 4th annual farm tour! This year there are more activities and learning opportunities than ever. On the tour are a dairy farm that also raises cattle for beef and runs a small petting zoo, a certified organic family market farm, a cut-flower and bakery operation, a market garden and art studio, a homestead farm that has sustainable permaculture practices, a ranch where you can feed calves and ride ponies, and more. Some farms offer…
Find out more »Whitewater Canoe Immersive
Spend 3 days immersing yourself in the joy of whitewater canoeing as you work with an instructor to take your paddling to the next level on one or more of the region’s beautiful rivers. River selection and skills covered are tailored to the ability and interests of the participants. Location: Varies. Options include the Nolichucky, French Broad, the Toe and other rivers in Northeast TN and Western NC
Find out more »Flatwater Kayak Fun Day
Join one of our instructors for a half-day paddle on the vibrant blue green waters of Watauga Lake. Upon arriving you will be greeted by your instructor who will give you an overview of the day, a review of flatwater kayaks and gear, and a safety briefing. You will then be fitted to one of our touring kayaks, a life jacket and paddle and make your way to the water's edge, where your instructor will make sure you are comfortable…
Find out more »Whitewater Canoe Immersive
Spend 3 days immersing yourself in the joy of whitewater canoeing as you work with an instructor to take your paddling to the next level on one or more of the region’s beautiful rivers. River selection and skills covered are tailored to the ability and interests of the participants. Location: Varies. Options include the Nolichucky, French Broad, the Toe and other rivers in Northeast TN and Western NC
Find out more »Intermediate Whitewater Kayak
Whether you’re a paddler wanting to increase your comfort on class 3 water or a solid class 3 boater looking to take it to the next level this one-day course will help you get there. Learn to paddle smarter and more confidently as you spend the day on one of the area’s class 3 rivers working on improving fundamentals, strokes, boat control and river running technique. Location: French Broad River Section 9 or Nolichucky River depending on levels and group
Find out more »Whitewater Kayak Immersive
Spend 3 days immersing yourself in the joy of whitewater kayaking as you work with an instructor to take your paddling to the next level on one or more of the region’s beautiful rivers. River selection and skills covered are tailored to the ability and interests of the participants. Location: Varies. Options include the Nolichucky, French Broad, the Toe and other rivers in Northeast TN and Western NC
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