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Nantahala Raft Trip
Experience the exhilarating thrill of rafting on this North Carolina whitewater river. This 8.5 mile run is enjoyable for beginners as well as veteran rafters. Expect to get wet and work as a team to paddle down the river. The ability to swim is recommended.


date:
Sunday, October 12
cost: $35/$40/$45
includes transportation, equipment, lunch and leadership.

leader: Carson Tortorige
limit: 8



Ocoee Raft Trips
This exciting Class IV white-water river in Tennessee is regarded as on of the finest in the Southeast. Expect to get wet and work as a team to paddle down the river. You can't beat this for a day of thrills as a beginner or novice whitewater enthusiast! Want more? Go on our second trip to run the upper 1996 Olympic section where the ride is wilder, rougher, and downright intense! The ability to swim is recommended. Register by Friday the week before each trip.

dates:
trip# 1: (middle) Sunday, September 7
trip# 2: (upper) Saturday, September 20
cost: $45/$50/$55 per trip (add $5 for #2 - upper trip)
includes transportation, guide, equipment and lunch.

leader: Mike Schmid
limit: 25


Chattooga River Paddling
This trip is offered to experienced Whitewater canoeist. we will paddle Section III of this free-flowing natural "wild and scenic" river. You must obtain permission prior to sign-up.

date: Saturday, September 13
cost: $25/$30?$35 includes transportation, canoeing equipment, river lunch, instruction and leadership

leader: Jim Hudson
limit: 8



Whitewater Kayaking school River Trip
Students from the whitewater kayak course will be guided down two North Carolina rivers on a 2-day river trip. The first day will focus on river reading skills, and progress from slowly moving water and waves to faster Class 1 & II waters. The second day will bring larger waves and faster moving water with one optional Class III rapid! Unused spaces will be available to experienced paddlers.

date: Saturday-Sunday, September 27-28
cost: $40/$45/$50 includes transportation, kayaking equipment, instruction and leadership

leader: Carson Tortorige, Katie Robertson
limit: 8


Nantahala River Canoe and Kayak Trip
Experienced canoe and kayak paddlers are invited to join us for a fun day on this great NC river. Obtain permission prior to sign-up.

date: Saturday, October 18
cost: $20/$25/$30 includes transportation, paddling equipment, river lunches and leadership

leader: Jim Hudson
limit: 8

 

FLY FISHING

Introductory Fly Fishing Trips
Join us for a one day intensive introduction to the popular sport of fly fishing. we will travel to North Georgia for hands on instruction in fly casting, fishing strategies, know tying and an introduction to insects, tools and techniques. this session is geared to the beginner, no experience is necessary. GA fishing license with trout Stamp required.


dates:
trip #1: Saturday, September 6
trip #2: Sunday, October 5
cost: $20/$25/$30 includes transportation, fishing equipment, instruction and leadership

leader:
Jeremy Mills
limit: 6





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FLATWATER

Short Kayak Touring for Beginners
This trip will afford beginners the opportunity to learn the skills necessary to enjoy exploring in a touring kayak. Learn paddling techniques, safety concerns and how to pack your boat. we will leisurely paddle around the lake at STone Mountain Park to make for an enjoyable educational day. experienced paddlers are welcome.

dates:
trip #1: Thursday, October 2, 3 p.m.
trip #2: Wednesday, October 22, 3 p.m.
trip #3: Sunday, November 16
cost:
$4/$6/$8 includes transportation, instruction, paddling equipment an leadership.


Okefenokee Swamp
Fun to say and fun to paddle, the Okefenokee Swamp and slow moving Suwannee River is a beautiful caonoe-camping destination for late fall in southern Georgia. You will enjoy amazing serenity and abundant wildlife on this 10-14 mile per day paddle trip. Canoe skills and primitive camp experience preferred. Obtain permission of leader prior to sign-up.
date:
Friday-Sunday, November 14-16
cost:
$45/$50/$55
leader:
Mike Schmid and Michelle Rustin
limit:
8

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WATER SPORTS
 

Water Skiing/Wake Boarding
Spend a day on Lake Allatoona as a beginner or experienced skier/boarder. Instruction will be provided. Further participation is encouraged through the GSU Water Ski/Wake board Club.
Trips run from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

dates:
trip #1:
Sunday,September 7
trip #2: Sunday, September 28
trip #3: Saturday, October 4
cost: $30/$34/$40 per trip

Includes instruction and equipment.
Transportation is NOT provided. Maps are available.
Lake Allatoona is 45 minutes from downtown

leader:
The GSU Water Ski/Wake board Club
limit: 7

 

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