Endless River Adventures Newsroom Archives - Endless River Adventures Fri, 10 Jun 2022 15:40:09 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.0.3 https://6837e99b95.nxcli.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/cropped-cropped-eralogoweb200-32x32.png Endless River Adventures Newsroom Archives - Endless River Adventures 32 32 Kayak Private Instruction https://6837e99b95.nxcli.net/2022/06/03/kayak-private-instruction/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=kayak-private-instruction Fri, 03 Jun 2022 19:15:49 +0000 https://6837e99b95.nxcli.net/?p=10069 The post Kayak Private Instruction appeared first on Endless River Adventures.

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]]> 18th Annual Nantahala Open https://6837e99b95.nxcli.net/2022/02/17/18th-annual-nantahala-open/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=18th-annual-nantahala-open Thu, 17 Feb 2022 17:19:04 +0000 https://58a8c96c02.nxcli.net/?p=9235 Nantahala River, NC. – 2022 –  Endless River Adventures, in partnership with our industry sponsors, is pleased to announce the 18th annual Nantahala Open. The date of this year’s event is Saturday, April 23rd, 2022. The Nantahala Open will be dedicated to Need More Outdoors – a nonprofit organization on a mission to strengthen Western […]

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Nantahala River, NC. – 2022 –  Endless River Adventures, in partnership with our industry sponsors, is pleased to announce the 18th annual Nantahala Open. The date of this year’s event is Saturday, April 23rd, 2022. The Nantahala Open will be dedicated to Need More Outdoors – a nonprofit organization on a mission to strengthen Western North Carolina communities by empowering youth through outdoor adventures and education.

The Nantahala Open has gained the reputation as a fun competition; open to all boaters no matter the experience or ability, consisting of categories for every skill level–and the prizes that go along with them! The competition takes place at Nantahala Falls from 10:00AM through 3:00PM.  Following the competition Endless River Adventures invites everyone to an Open House After Party and screening of the day’s footage at Endless River Adventures

The best part of the event is the support that manufacturers give to an event that is purely for fun.  This is not a “sponsored” event; the participants are typically Nantahala boaters and those who just enjoy a great day of fun on the river. The support that sponsors have given has always been over and above.  The event would not be successful without them.

The Endless River team will coordinate the event from the launching pad at Nantahala Falls, with video cameras arranged to film participants.  Categories always include such events as Best Freestyle through the Falls, Best Top Hole Move, Most Creative Eddy Catching, Best Self-Rescue, Best Carnage, Cutest Run, and our favorite category – best pool toy… and anything that comes to mind as the day unfolds!  In addition, there will be industry-wide support for the event in terms of prizes.  Industry sponsors make it possible to award great prizes for all categories.  Everyone comes out of the Nantahala Open a winner!

Schedule for the Day:

10AM – 3PM Set up at staging beach above Nantahala Falls. Come at the beginning of your run or finish up the day looking like a star!

4PM – 8PM – Music Food and Beer at Endless River Adventures. Bring your appetite as we will be selling delicious post-river food. And adult beverages will be served!

8PM(ish) – 10PM – viewing of 2022 Nantahala Open Video and prizes!! We will finish off the event with a raffle.  The grand prize is to be determined.

In addition to the main event, there is a scheduled release on both the Cheoah and the Cascades/Upper Nantahala all weekend!!

April 23rd will be here before you know it so start making plans now and help make the 18th annual Nantahala Open an event that reflects what we all do– have fun on the river!

Stay tuned for more updates on event specifics!  Keep an eye on the  Endless River Adventures Facebook.

For more information or questions about the event: 828-488-6199.

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]]> Best IV+ Whitewater for 2021: the Cheoah River https://6837e99b95.nxcli.net/2020/11/20/best-iv-whitewater-for-2021-the-cheoah-river/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=best-iv-whitewater-for-2021-the-cheoah-river Fri, 20 Nov 2020 18:48:40 +0000 https://58a8c96c02.nxcli.net/?p=8631 Located in western North Carolina’s Graham County, the Cheoah River – named for the Cherokee word for “otter” is a unique stretch of whitewater not typical of southeastern whitewater.  The Cheoah is unusually continuous with a steep gradient in its 9.25 miles of Class IV+ whitewater. A Quick History of the Cheoah River The river […]

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]]> Located in western North Carolina’s Graham County, the Cheoah River – named for the Cherokee word for “otter” is a unique stretch of whitewater not typical of southeastern whitewater.  The Cheoah is unusually continuous with a steep gradient in its 9.25 miles of Class IV+ whitewater.

A Quick History of the Cheoah River

The river was dammed in 1928 by Alcoa Co. to create Lake Santeetlah and generate hydropower, similar to many other western North Carolina Rivers.  The original federal license did not require recreational flows and the Cheoah River – from Santeelah Dam to Lake Calderwood, was a dry river bed for over 70+ years.

Choeah River Class IV+Whitewater

While the streambed was dewatered by the bypass, that does not mean there was never any water in the river.  Paddlers began eyeing the Cheoah in the 1970’s.  A contingent of southeastern pioneers including Jimmy Holcombe, John John Kennedy, Ken Kastorff, Homer King and Arlo Kleinrath became regulars on the river when rain brought the levels up.

Many of the rapids earned their original names during this time. The stories are colorful and entertaining of those early runs – being done in fiberglass boats that were all about 13.2′ in length, with names like the Mark IV, the Phoenix Savage and Slipper, and Ken and Homer’s favorite creek boat:  the Seda Cobra end hole C-2.

One of our personal favorite stores is how the rapid Joe’s Demise earned its name. 

 

When the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) dam license came up for renewal, the current power company, Brookfield Renewable, was obligated to work with stakeholders including American Whitewater and other paddling groups, Graham County, the Forest Service, the state Wildlife Commission, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and river outfitters to reach an agreement that balanced out the needs of the power company with the biology of the river and the economy of the local region. The first scheduled release happened in the fall of 2005

Why the Cheoah Release Dates are so Restricted

One of the challenges with the Cheoah River is that the license mandated that the releases had to simulate natural flows in the stream bed.  One of the reasons for this is that during the relicensing process, the infamous elk toad mussel – an endangered specie, was discovered by Federal Fish & Wildlife.  To this day, Federal Fish & Wildlife and the US Forest Service are introducing species into the stream bed to study.  Because of this, there is great resistance to changing the release dates and/or increasing the number of release dates in a year.

2021 Release Dates for the Cheoah River

The scheduled release dates are agreed upon in advance by a planning committee.  The 2021 release dates have been made public. Following are the 2021 release dates for the Cheoah River:

Cheoah River RaftingFebruary 27, 28 (Saturday, Sunday)
March 20, 21, 22 (Saturday, Sunday, Monday)
April 3, 4 (Saturday, Sunday)
April 17, 18 (Saturday, Sunday)
April 24, 25 (Saturday, Sunday)
May 15, 16 (Saturday, Sunday)
May 29, 30 (Saturday, Sunday)
June 19, 20 (Saturday, Sunday)
October 09 (Saturday)
November 13 (Saturday)

 

For more beta about getting on the Cheoah River, check out our website.

 

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The postponed April 18 and 19, 2020 scheduled Nantahala Bypass Flow Releases have make-up dates. The first make-up date is this Saturday, August 29, 2020. The second make-up date is Saturday, September 12, 2020. These make-up release dates should align and support other whitewater boating events in the region. These two make-up releases are different in that: 1 – the flows will arrive at the confluence of White Oak and Nantahala Bypass at 1500 and 2 – the releases will last three hours not six.

Saturday’s targeted bypass flow release is 250 cfs for 3 hours from 1500 – 1800. The Nantahala generating unit is scheduled to run from 0900 – 2300. On Saturday starting around 1530, there will be combined bypass and generation flows at the put-ins of approximately 850 cfs for approximately 3 hours.

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]]> A MESSAGE TO OUR COMMUNITY REGARDING RETURNING TO THE RIVER DURING COVID https://6837e99b95.nxcli.net/2020/05/08/reopening-endless-river-adventures/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=reopening-endless-river-adventures Fri, 08 May 2020 18:26:58 +0000 https://58a8c96c02.nxcli.net/?p=8463 The post A MESSAGE TO OUR COMMUNITY REGARDING RETURNING TO THE RIVER DURING COVID appeared first on Endless River Adventures.

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During this unprecedented time, your health and safety is what is most important.
You returning to the river means we can return as well.

Our Retail Store is Open 7 days/week
Guided fly fishing and kayak instruction is available.
Rafting on all three of our rivers is available.

How are we handling operations during COVID?
Here is our commitment to you

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Our Commitment to You in Reopening Endless River Adventures

  • Endless River Adventures will use the OSHA “Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19” booklet as a guide for reopening, as well as the recommendations from professional organizations, the US Forest Service, TN State Park and local health officials.
  • We will ask that all guests and staff wear a mask inside the store.
  • The store will have a limited capacity of nine (9) people at any time.
  • Please use the provided hand sanitizer before entering the store.
  • Respect the 6-foot social distancing in the parking area, decks and inside the store.
  • We have installed a clear plastic shield at the front desk.
  • Hand sanitizer is provided at all areas upstairs and downstairs.
  • The bathrooms are limited to 2 people occupancy at a time. They are stocked with soap for handwashing and disinfectant for cleaning.
  • Hand washing signs/instructions are posted in the restrooms.
  • We have set up hand sanitizer at the check in desk.
  • We will make sure and review and keep our staff – and you, up-to-date on any and all Forest Service/Park Service/Health/CDC minimum practices for running trips, as well as our own protocol to make sure we are following standards required for operating and are consistent in what we do

“Your mask protects me, my mask protects you!” 
Wearing a mask protects others in case you’ve contracted the virus and don’t know it yet, or are asymptomatic.
It’s an act of kindness and caring for others, especially essential workers in our community, to wear one in public.

REOPENING OUR PROGRAMS: WHAT WE WILL ASK OF YOU – OUR GUESTS AND FRIENDS

In preparation for reopening, please be advised that we will be making the following amendments to our normal protocol for fly fishing, kayak instruction and rafting:

  • We will send out detailed instructions to guests about expectations for participating in a trip, with every confirmation.
  • We will ask clients to arrive at their scheduled appointment time, not early, to minimize contact with others. We will spread out/stagger arrival times to accommodate this. Should guests prefer, we will provide options for meeting at the river to avoid the exposure at the shop.
  • Guests will be encouraged to pay in advance to limit the interaction required at the shop.
  • We will have a Endless River Adventures COVI-19 Waiver that our clients will sign as they come in the door. A short list of questions will be asked of every client before entering the shop. Including but not limited to, the following: Have you had a cough? Have you had a fever? Have you been around anyone exhibiting these symptoms in the last 14 days? Are you living with anyone who is currently sick or quarantined?
  • Waivers – we will ask that waivers are signed before arrival and brought with them. We are researching electronic waivers.
  • We will take the temperature of every guest when they check in for their trip. If it exceeds 99F, guests will have to leave and will be given a voucher (not a refund).
  • Every guest will be asked to wear a protective mask while in the store and downstairs for trip prep and in shuttle rides to and from the river
  • With the exception of when on the river, guests will be asked to maintain social distancing of at least 6’
  • Guests will be asked to use hand sanitizer as they enter the store. The doors will be opened at the beginning of the day and closed at the end of the day to avoid the amount of contact they receive.
  • We will promise touch-less greetings and goodbyes for our guests, and will clearly communicate this expectation when we reopen.
  • Car Keys will be stored in a clean, plastic bag.

#828isgreat

In turn, we ask that you commit to being a good citizen during your time here in western North Carolina. 
This means continuing to practice social distancing and protection measures when out in the community including
– Using a mask when shopping in town,
– Not getting drawn into groups of 10 or more
– Using touchless greetings (Refrain from fist bumps, hugging, hand shaking with friends and non-friends alike)
– Being mindful when planning shuttle and logistics
– Check on restaurants and breweries in Bryson City that are offering take out – and support them

We are so happy you are returning to our beautiful little corner of the world.
You have been missed!!

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]]> Make Your Black Friday an #optoutside day – and here’s some options for you! https://6837e99b95.nxcli.net/2017/11/22/6301/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=6301 Wed, 22 Nov 2017 20:28:13 +0000 https://58a8c96c02.nxcli.net/?p=6301 Make your Black Friday a time to #optoutside!!  Now is the best time of year to avoid the crowds and enjoy being outside here in the Nantahala Gorge!! What to do as an alternative to standing in lines at the Mall? Here are just a few ideas to get you thinking about an #optoutside day: […]

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Make your Black Friday a time to #optoutside!!  Now is the best time of year to avoid the crowds and enjoy being outside here in the Nantahala Gorge!!

What to do as an alternative to standing in lines at the Mall? Here are just a few ideas to get you thinking about an #optoutside day:

1) #optoutside and paddle: The Nantahala and Green Rivers are running on a near-daily basis. Check Duke Power’s release schedule to plan your trip!
2) #optoutside and fish: The Nantahala and Tuckaseegee Rivers were stocked in early November and the newly stocked fish are settled in to their new homes and are feeding on passing nymphs.  We offer guided float trips on the Nantahala all season long.
3) #optoutside and take a day-long hike: Hiking from Ledbetter Creek along the Bartram Trail is a challenging day hike culminating in a spectacular view at Cheoah Bald. This hike climbs ~3,000 ft over 6.6 miles -comparable to hiking the Grand Canyon from river to rim!
4) #optoutside and go on a short Hike: Hiking to Wesser Bald Fire Tower from Tellico Gap is an excursion that only takes a few hours to complete and culminates in a gorgeous (pun intended) 360 degree view of Western NC.
5) #optoutside and bike: Tsali Recreation Area. Winter an excellent time to push yourself hard and find your limit – without sweating too much. Want to check out new trails? The Cherokee Fire Mountain trails are outstanding!

#shopsmall

If you must shop – #shopsmall!!  Skip the lines and support your local businesses! We will be open Fri-Sun 10am – 4pm, stop by or contact us by phone (828) 488-6199 or email store@endlessriveradventures.com to take advantage of our weekend-long 25% store-wide discount!

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]]> 13th Annual Nantahala Open April 29th https://6837e99b95.nxcli.net/2017/04/09/13th-annual-nantahala-open/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=13th-annual-nantahala-open Sun, 09 Apr 2017 19:19:33 +0000 http://endlessriver.wpengine.com/?p=5481 Nantahala River, NC. – 2017 –  Endless River Adventures, in partnership with our industry sponsors, is pleased to announce the 13th annual Nantahala Open. The date of this year’s event is Saturday, April 29th, 2017. The Nantahala Open will again be dedicated to Team River Runner. The Nantahala Open has gained the reputation as a […]

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Nantahala River, NC. – 2017 –  Endless River Adventures, in partnership with our industry sponsors, is pleased to announce the 13th annual Nantahala Open. The date of this year’s event is Saturday, April 29th, 2017. The Nantahala Open will again be dedicated to Team River Runner.

The Nantahala Open has gained the reputation as a fun competition; open to all boaters no matter the experience or ability, consisting of categories for every skill level–and the prizes that go along with them! The competition takes place at Nantahala Falls from 10:00AM through 3:00PM.  Following the competition Endless River Adventures invites everyone to an Open House After Party and screening of the day’s footage at Endless River Adventures

The best part of the event is the support that manufacturers give to an event that is purely for fun.  This is not a “sponsored” event; the participants are typically Nantahala boaters and those who just enjoy a great day of fun on the river. The support that sponsors have given has always been over and above.  The event would not be successful without them.

The Endless River team will coordinate the event from the launching pad at Nantahala Falls, with video cameras arranged to film participants.  Categories always include such events as Best Freestyle through the Falls, Best Top Hole Move, Most Creative Eddy Catching, Best Self-Rescue, Best Carnage, Cutest Run, and our favorite category – best pool toy… and anything that comes to mind as the day unfolds!  In addition, there will be industry-wide support for the event in terms of prizes.  Industry sponsors make it possible to award great prizes for all categories.  Everyone comes out of the Nantahala Open a winner!

Schedule for the Day:

10AM – 3PM Set up at staging beach above Nantahala Falls. Come at the beginning of your run or finish up the day looking like a star!

4PM – 8PM – Music Food and Beer at Endless River Adventures. Bring your appetite as we will be selling delicious post-river food. And Oskar Blues Brew will be served!

8PM(ish) – 10PM – viewing of 2017 Nantahala Open Video and prizes!! Finishing off with a raffle for the Custom Liquid Logic Braap – donated by a generous anonymous sponsor, with proceeds going to Team River Runner.

In addition to the main event, there is a scheduled release on both the Cheoah and the Cascades/Upper Nantahala all weekend!!

April 29th will be here before you know it so start making plans now and help make the 9th annual Nantahala Open an event that reflects what we all do– have fun on the river!

For updates on event specifics, keep an eye on the Nantahala Open Facebook and Endless River Adventures Facebook.

For more information or questions about the event: 828-488-6199.

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]]> 2017 Calendar of Whitewater Events https://6837e99b95.nxcli.net/2017/03/04/2017-calendar-of-whitewater-events/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2017-calendar-of-whitewater-events Sat, 04 Mar 2017 22:13:22 +0000 http://endlessriver.wpengine.com/?p=5260 Races, Competitions, Freestyle, Slalom, Nantahala Open, Festivals, Cheoah Release, Tallulah Release, 2017 Whitewater Kayak Events Locust Fork Invitational February 4th & 5th, 2017 The Alabama Cup Races bring together three classic events of the southeast: the Locust Fork Invitational, Mulberry Cup Race and Locust Fork Classic. The Locust Fork Invitational, since 1991, is the first […]

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Locust Fork Invitational
February 4th & 5th, 2017
The Alabama Cup Races bring together three classic events of the southeast: the Locust Fork Invitational, Mulberry Cup Race and Locust Fork Classic. The Locust Fork Invitational, since 1991, is the first of the three events to be held in the spring of 2017. And Endless River Adventures is proud to support the Race series!!

Nantahala Racing Club Glacier Breaker
February 25 – February 26
The Glacier Breaker, hosted by the Nantahala Racing Club (NRC), is the season-opener for two competitive whitewater disciplines: slalom and downriver. A complete schedule of events and details can be found at NRC Events page. This community whitewater event is fun for all ages and ability levels. Come and participate, or just watch if it is too chilly for you!!

National Paddling Film Festival
February 17-18, 2017
For 30+ years the National Paddling Film Festival has been hosting a competition to determine the best in paddle sport videos and images. This competition has provided the paddling community with a fun and profitable event to support American Whitewater and river conservation. Check out the website for more on the 2017 event.

Cheoah River Release
Feb. 25-26, 2017
First releases of the 2017 season. Check out our website for a complete list of 2017 release dates.

Mulberry Fork Canoe & Kayak Race
March 4th & 5th, 2017
The second event in the Alabama Cup Races, the Mulberry Fork Race has been held on Alabama’s Mulberry Fork River since 1981 and has hosted the likes of Olympic slalom athletes and local recreational boaters paddling side-by-side through the slalom gates. See the Alabama Race Club Events page for more information. Endless River Adventures will be there. We hope you are too!

Nantahala River Releases
March 6, 2017
Scheduled releases begin with 10AM-3PM releases in March.  Check out all the release dates!

Cheoah River Release
March 25-,27 2017
Check out our website for a complete list of 2017 release dates.

Ocoee River Opening Day
March 18, 2017
After a winter hiatus, the Ocoee River will opening again for the 2017 season. Check here for the Middle Ocoee Release Schedule and for the Upper Ocoee Release Schedule.

US Whitewater Open
March 25 – 26, 2017
Watch world-class paddlers compete in both downriver and slalom competitions in the season’s first major competitive event. This national-level slalom and downriver race on the Nantahala River is suitable for intermediate to advanced paddlers. A complete schedule of events and details can be found at on the Nantahala Race Club’s NRC Events Page.

Tallulah River Release
April 1-2, 2017
First two releases of the season. Don’t miss out on this beautiful river!

Paddle Fest/ Alabama
April 1, 2017
Finishing up the Alabama Cup Series and determining the winners of the combined events, the Paddle Fest is a great way to finish out the series. See the Alabama Race Club Events page for more information.

West Fork Tuckasegee River Release
April 8-9, 2017
First of the 2017 West Fork Tuckasegee River Release dates. Check out the complete schedule of releases…

Tallulah River Release
April 8-9, 2017
Don’t miss out on this beautiful river!

Nantahala Freestyle Shootout
April 22-23, 2016
Join the Nantahala Race Club for a fun weekend of  clinics and competition in the discipline of freestyle.  Check out the whole calendar of events. 

Tallulah River Release
April 22-23, 2017
Don’t miss out on this beautiful river!

Cheoah River Release
April 22-23, 2017
Check out our website for a complete list of 2017 release dates.

Tallulah River Release
April 28-29, 2017
Don’t miss out on this beautiful river!

Cheoah River Release
April 28-29, 2017
Check out our website for a complete list of 2017 release dates.

Cascades and Upper Nantahala Release
April 29-30, 2017
First of the coveted Upper Nantahala and Cascades scheduled releases of the 2017 season. Check out the complete schedule of releases…

13th ERA Nantahala Open
April 29, 2017
The Nantahala Open has gained the reputation as the number one favorite fun competition on the Nantahala River. The event happens at Nantahala Falls and is open to all boaters no matter the experience or ability, consisting of categories for every skill level–and the prizes that go along with them! The event is sponsored by Endless River Adventures. Highlight this weekend on your calendar to participate in the Nantahala Open and the fun following the river. And make sure to follow updates on the Open on Facebook!

NOC Spring Fling
April 29-30, 2017
The Nantahala Gorge will not be lacking for things to do this weekend!! In addition to the Nantahala Open, Cascades/Upper Release, and Cheoah, there will be lots of great activities at NOC’s Spring Fling. For more information check out NOC’s events page.

Nantahala Kids Club Spring Session
April 17, 2017
The spring session of the Nantahala Kids Club begins. Six weeks of sessions. A complete schedule of events and details can be found on the Nantahala Race Club’s NRC Youth Page.

Cheat Fest
May 5th and 6th, 2017
The annual Cheat River Festival is a celebration of new life, that which comes each spring and the new life that can be found in the Cheat River watershed. “Cheat Fest” is FOC’s main annual fundraiser which helps advance their watershed projects and supports the organization’s administrative costs. Event information here.

French Broad River Festival
May 5 – May 7, 2017
A weekend of fun, family, music and adventure.  See all the details….

Cheoah River Release
May 6-7, 2017
Check out our website for a complete list of 2017 release dates.

Cheoah River Release
May 13-14, 2017
Check out our website for a complete list of 2017 release dates.

Cheoah River Release
May 20-21, 2017
Check out our website for a complete list of 2017 release dates.

Green River Race
May 20-21, 2017
The Green River Games is a multi-sport competition based around the infamous Green River Gorge. Mountain biking, kayaking, and trail running. Check out the website for more details.

West Fork Tuckasegee River Release
June 10, 2017
2017 West Fork Tuckasegee River Release dates. Check out the complete schedule of releases…

West Fork Tuckasegee River Release
July 1, 2017
2017 West Fork Tuckasegee River Release dates. Check out the complete schedule of releases…

Cascades and Upper Nantahala Release
July 7, 2017
The coveted Upper Nantahala and Cascades scheduled releases of the 2017 season. Check out the complete schedule of releases…

Cheoah River Release
July 8-9, 2017
Check out our website for a complete list of 2017 release dates.

Camp Cup Challenge
July 2017 – TBD
The Nantahala River is a highlight for summer campers who come to whitewater raft, canoe and kayak. A long-time favorite event for summer campers, the Camp Cup Challenge was revitalized four years ago by Sean and Kristin Bierle of the Alzar School. The event brings together over 100 summer campers from a multitude of summer camp programs in western North Carolina who boast whitewater kayak and canoe programs. Event highlights include a downriver race through Nantahala Falls in canoes, kayaks and C-1s, a slalom race at the Nantahala Bridge Gates, with campers being supported by a host of guest coaches including our own Juliet.

Cascades and Upper Nantahala Release
July 14, 2017
Check out the complete schedule of releases…

West Fork Tuckasegee River Release
July 22, 2017
Check out the complete schedule of releases…

Cascades and Upper Nantahala Release
August 11, 2017
The Upper Nantahala and Cascades scheduled releases of the 2017 season. Check out the complete schedule of releases…

West Fork Tuckasegee River Release
August 12, 2017
2017 West Fork Tuckasegee River Release dates. Check out the complete schedule of releases…

West Fork Tuckasegee River Release
August 26, 2017
2017 West Fork Tuckasegee River Release dates. Check out the complete schedule of releases…

Gauley Fest
Sept. 14-17, 2017
Join Endless River Adventures at the AW event of the year: Gauley Fest. All proceeds from the festival support American Whitewater’s river conservation and access works throughout the nation. The festival is a showcase for American Whitewater and the top whitewater vendors in the boating community. The festival will feature live entertainment, a whitewater marketplace, raffle, and a silent auction where you can pick up some awesome outdoor gear. Come out and join us for a weekend of great paddling, exciting camaraderie, live entertainment, killer boat raffles, and the infamous silent auction. Check the American Whitewater Website for more details.

ERA Kids Fest Weekend
Sept 23 – Sept 25, 2016
Our 2nd Annual Kids Fest. Complete with a kids gear swap and family friendly on the water and off the water events. Come join the fun!

NOC Guest Appreciation Festival
Sept 22 – Sept 24, 2017
For more information visit NOC’s website.

Cascades and Upper Nantahala Release
Sept. 23-24, 2017
Check out the complete schedule of releases…

ACA Collegiate Race Series National Championships
TBT
This is the premier event for colleges and universities from across the country to compete in canoe and kayak downriver racing. There will be individual as well as team races in kayak and both solo and tandem canoes. Whether you have an experienced paddling program or one that is just starting up, attendance at the National Championships will provide camaraderie, networking, and of course all the fun associated with racing! More importantly, once a student experiences the fun and excitement of paddle sports they will be able to carry those skills and enthusiasm past their collegiate years and develop it into a family and lifetime activity. Check out the ACA website for registration and details….

Cheoah River Release
Nov. 4, 2017
Check out our website for a complete list of 2017 release dates.

Tallulah River Release
Nov. 4-5, 2017
Don’t miss out on this beautiful river!

Annual Green River Race
Saturday, Nov. XX, 2017

Tallulah River Release
Nov. 11-12, 2017
Don’t miss out on this beautiful river!

Tallulah River Release
Nov. 18-19, 2017
Don’t miss out on this beautiful river!

 

 

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]]> Fun Times At the National Paddling Film Festival https://6837e99b95.nxcli.net/2017/02/27/fun-national-paddling-film-festival/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=fun-national-paddling-film-festival Mon, 27 Feb 2017 21:30:15 +0000 http://endlessriver.wpengine.com/?p=5235 by Craig Parks What would get me out of the Nantahala Gorge on a beautiful late-winter weekend and up to the Bluegrass State?  How about the opportunity to be a part of the National Paddling Film Festival! For 35 years the National Paddling Film Festival has been hosting an annual competition to determine the best […]

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What would get me out of the Nantahala Gorge on a beautiful late-winter weekend and up to the Bluegrass State?  How about the opportunity to be a part of the National Paddling Film Festival!

For 35 years the National Paddling Film Festival has been hosting an annual competition to determine the best in paddle sport videos and images and to support American Whitewater and river conservation.

The 2017 event was an uber good time, definitely worth going!  While the highlight was checking out Saturday’s round of films, it was great to catch up with a lot of old friends.  Having heard about the Elkhorn over the years, it was cool to be there for the Elkhorn Race – a super-fun event held the morning of the festival.  It was great to have the AW Field takeout for folks to have lunch and warm up. Thank you to the guy that brought 300 Subway sandwiches.  A special thanks to Mark Singleton and the others working for resources like this takeout, and for general river stewardship at American Whitewater.… Mark is about the most dedicated and consistently active paddler I’ve ever known, and I’m thrilled that he is the lead guy at AW.

Congratulations to Chief for winning the race for his club; his end-of-race pass put them seconds ahead. It was great to see the “legend” again, and to visit and meet the awesome Kentucky whitewater locals.  Must say Kentucky paddlers are one of the best bunches in the sport.

And what would a festival be in Kentucky without bourbon??  Thank you to Buffalo Trace for their hosting. They provided a great venue that is a beautiful historical site and, of course, nose-wrinkling good whiskey shots.

Knowing what it takes to put on such an event, I want to recognize and say thank you to the sponsors and all the volunteers that helped us enjoy such a fun event! I am proud that Endless River Adventures supports the NPFF.  And I hope to see y’all next year!

 

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]]> Kayakers Helping the Community Means Winning https://6837e99b95.nxcli.net/2016/12/08/kayakers-helping-community-means-winning/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=kayakers-helping-community-means-winning Thu, 08 Dec 2016 20:06:51 +0000 https://58a8c96c02.nxcli.net/?p=4458 In honor of the holiday season, we doubled our community support efforts this past week:   giving support to the GCA Christmas Fundraiser and a special Support Small Business Weekend.  We feel like we come away a winner any time we can support the paddling community.  And in turn – we want to give a […]

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]]> In honor of the holiday season, we doubled our community support efforts this past week:   giving support to the GCA Christmas Fundraiser and a special Support Small Business Weekend.  We feel like we come away a winner any time we can support the paddling community.  And in turn – we want to give a shout out to two big winners – their support, along with everyone else’s, made both events super successful.

GCA Christmas Party Team River Runner Fund Raiser

The Georgia Canoe Association (GCA) holds an annual Christmas party raffle. This year was extra special as it was the GCA’s 50th anniversary!  Endless River Adventures and Liquidlogickayaks teamed up to help support their fund raising efforts for the Team River Runner – Atlanta chapter with the donation of a Liquid Logic Braap to be raffled off along with a generous list of donations from other supporters.  GCA raised $2780.00 to go to TRR!  Congratulations to everyone who supported the event.

the winner of the Liquid Logic Braap is……  Donna Richards!!

 

 

SUPPORT SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY AT ENDLESS RIVER ADVENTURES

A special thanks to everyone who supported us for Small Business Saturday.  Endless River Adventures is a small business and we would not be here without the community’s support!

the winner of our SBS raffle is Susan Kyle!

AND WE’RE NOT DONE WITH THE GREAT HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS HERE AT ENDLESS RIVER ADVENTURES!

  Time to start thinking about your holiday shopping!  Cody would sure appreciate you stopping by/calling for anything you might need for your favorite kayaker or flyfisherman!!

 

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