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• Rendezvous 2025

  • Start
    Wednesday, April 02, 2025
  • End
    Sunday, April 06, 2025
  • Location
    Cumberland Plateau

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  Rendezvous starts on April 3rd at noon and runs through Sunday, April 6th  There is a lot of excitement and discussion about everyone looking forward to paddling and fellowship at the event at Camp Nakanawa.  We will be offering opportunities on easy to challenge rivers, but always subject to what Mother Nature delivers in terms of rainfall on the free flowing rivers on the Cumberland Plateau in early April!

  Rendezvous is TSRA’s family-friendly paddling celebration and annual fundraiser. Paddlers and outdoor enthusiasts of all ages and skill level meet at Camp Nakanawa in Crossville, Tennessee. Then, over the course of five days, groups large and small spill out across the Cumberland Plateau and surrounding areas to tackle their favorite adventures.
  

  The escarpment known as The Appalachian Plateau extends from Maine all the way to central Alabama. Somewhere in the middle is our own Cumberland Plateau, spanning from the brow of Kentucky to just south of Birmingham. We are fortunate to have this paddling treasure just 80 or so miles outside Nashville, and we’re blessed by our relationship with the fine folks at Camp Nakanawa. At an elevation of 2,000 feet, Nakanawa enjoys clean, fresh mountain air. We can’t think of a better place to hold our annual paddling event.

  Paddling trips ranging from Class I flatwater to Class IV whitewater are organized and led by experienced trip leaders. But that’s not all! Just steps away from your cabin, beautiful Mayland Lake is available for a relaxing paddle or roll practice. And there are opportunities for hikers, cyclists, shoppers and bird watchers. Scenic areas abound if you prefer a driving tour. And there are rocking chairs galore for just hanging out at the Wigwam.

  A silent auction kicks off Friday night. And Saturday is the highly energetic live auction. Both auctions offer ample opportunity to go home with some new and used-but-still-useful gear, handcrafted items, art and more – while supporting TSRA’s mission of conservation, access, education and fun!

  This much-anticipated event welcomes new faces as well as old-timers who’ve been attending Rendezvous for 20+ years. They know the ropes and are happy to share their knowledge and expertise.

  Start the New Year off right by registering early. This will help ensure your cabin assignment and lets our camp hosts know how much food to prepare. Your registration includes cozy accommodations in the camp’s rustic cabins, weekend breakfast and dinner (if you choose the meal plan), and all weekend activities. 

  Adult ($75) (members receive $10 discount on adult registration)

  Minor(10-17)($40)

  (Up to 9 yr old is free)

  Saturday Only ($43)

  Cabin and camping assignments preferences are given based on the date you register. 
  

  Want to donate an auction item? Contact Vinson Dill .

  Have more questions? Check out our Frequently Asked Questions.

  Have a specific question? Email rendezvous@paddletsra.org and we will respond ASAP.

  For FAQs and video highlights, click here

  
  

  
  

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• Rendezvous Clean Line Kayaking Clinic w/ Boyd Ruppelt

  • When
    Sunday, April 06, 2025
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • Location
    Camp Nakanawa/ Clear Creek
  • Registered
    7 registrants

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  Boyd Ruppelt Clean Line Kayaking Clinic : Rendezvous

  6 Spots Available - Registration will be silent Auction Style. Bids start at $100. Top bids will be notified at Rendezvous Registration*.  (You must also register here for Rendezvous to participate - see bottom* for full details). Check out Boyd's  site! www.BoydRuppelt.com 

  We are excited to add a Clean Line Kayaking Clinic to Sunday of Rendezvous this year. This full-day clinic will be held on Clear Creek, level-dependent, and geared toward intermediate paddlers who have a roll and the willingness to push their paddling comfort zone to try new things. From basic skills like strokes, combination strokes, and edge control to more advanced applications like surfing, boofing, and paddling high and dry, this clinic is designed to have you paddling stronger than ever. With an over $300 per person value, all proceeds from this clinic will go directly to the Tennessee Scenic Rivers Association. The clinic will occur on Sunday. 

  About Boyd: With nearly 20 years on Team Jackson Kayak, 25 years instructing and guiding across 3 continents, and over 30 years in the sport of whitewater kayaking, Boyd is a globally sought out instructor who is now known for his instructional YouTube channel, Send School-Kayaking Tutorials.  From big wave tricks to large waterfall descents, Boyd’s moments have been featured in Men’s Journal, Outside TV, Paddler, Kayak Session and more. His passion for instructing stems from his drive to share his love for kayaking and the personal growth that often comes with it.

  ***The lowest bid will be put up at the live auction Saturday night. As an example, if the lowest silent auction bid is $100 then we will take that to live auction and if someone bids more than $100 then that person will take the last spot. Silent auction bidding closes April 2 at noon ET. 

  
  

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• Kayaking Safety Class for Cumberland River Compact

  • When
    Monday, April 07, 2025
  •  
    10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Location
    Stones River: Heartland Park: 3101 Heartland Dr.
  • Spaces left
    12

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  Welcome to our Kayaking Safety Course. We will have 2-3 hours of classroom / dry land time and 4-5 hours of time on a slow moving river. Weather permitting, we will be on the Stones River.Your instructors will be ACA (American Canoe Association) certified River Kayaking Instructors. The class will contain lectures, group discussions, demonstrations and lots of actual hands-on practice.

  
  

  Participants will need to provide the following: 

  • Kayak, Paddle and PFD. Throw rope if available

  • Wear Poly or performance clothing – No killer Cotton. (you will be in water) Bring layers regardless of temperature—expect to get wet. Changes in wind or precipitation can drastically affect comfort on the water.

  • Footwear: Wear water booties or close-toed shoes with wool or performance socks (no cotton). Footwear that will not come off while swimming and will protect your feet when walking in water and on rocks. (Old sneakers work great.) No open toed shoes or sandals.

  • Sun Protection: hat, sun block, sunglasses with floater strap 

  • Water (2 quarts in water bottles), lunch, snacks 

  • Recommended: 10ft length of rope with optional carabiner (bow line)

  • Recommended: Throw Rope (50' of 3/8” rope in a throw bag)

  • Recommended: Dry bag for phone, gear, etc

  • Big Smile and/or Enthusiasm! 

  
  

  Agenda

  Land Based Training:

  Pre-Trip Safety Plan

  River Hazards

  Throw Ropes

  Paddling Techniques

  Water Based:

  Kayak Maneuverability: Paddling Upstream, Ferrying, Power strokes, turns, basic eddying out 

  Swimming In Current 

  Rescuing a Capsized Boat

  
  

  
  

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• 3rd Saturday Paddle

  • When
    Saturday, April 19, 2025
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • Location
    TBD
  • Spaces left
    10

  On every 3rd Saturday of each month TSRA will be leading a Flatwater to Class 1 paddle trip. Location will be determined a week or two out and updated on the calendar. Basic paddling skills, training and gear are a prerequisite for all registrants. Life Jackets (PFD) will be worn at all times on the water. No alcohol during trip. These trips will all be weather dependent. If conditions are too harsh, we will reschedule as needed.

  Please pre-register by calling or emailing Steve Morris at

  615-308-4059 mbl or Stevecanoes@gmail.com

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• 1st Saturday Paddle Series

  • When
    Saturday, May 03, 2025
  • Location
    TBD
  • Spaces left
    20
  • Registered
    Be the first

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  1st Saturday Paddle Series

  Every 1^st Saturday of every month in 2025 you will find us paddling a whitewater river or creek somewhere in Tennessee. We welcome all to join us. We will keep it on natural flow as much as possible. When water gets scarce, we’ll resort to the dam releases at Hiwassee, Ocoee, and Pigeon. Some weekends are predetermined with the assumption there will be enough flow. These will correspond with other events such as Rendezvous (Clear Creek), Jack Lyle Memorial Paddle (Big South Fork), Canoe & Kayak School Follow-up Paddle (Hiwassee). Other trips we will try to predict water levels and update the location approximately 1 - 2 weeks out based off of present water levels and expected rainfall. Just like the water we’ve got to be fluid. Things can change pretty quick.

  Expect Class II through Class IV. Don’t rule a paddle out though due to difficulty. Some ratings are based off of 1 or 2 rapids that in many cases can be portaged.  If in doubt, ask us! Just a few rivers you are likely to see:

  Ø  Big South Fork (Confluence to Leatherwood Ford) II-IV

  Ø  Clear Creek (Jet to Lilly) II+(III)

  Ø  Clear Creek (Lilly to Nemo) II-IV

  Ø  Obey, West Fork II

  Ø  Tellico (Bridge below Jared's Knee to Ranger Station) II-III

  We will occasionally make a weekend out of it and camp close to the river. Not a requirement to paddle but could be an option if you like. We’ll keep you posted when and where we plan to camp. Who knows, if we feel like it, we may do it again on Sunday. 

  TSRA membership is not required however there will be a $10 registration fee for nonmembers per trip. If you like us and think you will join us again, apply that $10 towards a membership and paddle next time with no registration fee.

  
  

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• Canoeing Basics

  • When
    Saturday, May 03, 2025
  •  
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Walter Hill Dam Recreation Area 5636 Lebanon Rd, Murfreesboro, TN 37129
  • Spaces left
    9

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  Learn the “Basics of Canoeing - Tandem and Solo”  From- Trip Planning; Gear; Clothing; Unloading and Loading; Carrying; Parts of a Canoe; Safety; Paddle Strokes and Boat Control; to Self and Assisted Rescue.

  Whether you are interested in solo or tandem canoeing, and you have some experience paddling a canoe or none, this will be an awesome course to attend! In this class you will experience and gain knowledge of basic canoe paddling strokes and safety techniques. You will also learn how to transport a canoe safely, in addition to becoming familiar with basic paddling gear. All the information in this course, is taught by experienced American Canoe Association (ACA) Certified Canoe Instructors.

  After lunch we will paddle 6 miles on the Stones River from the Dam access to the Mona Access area.

  
  

  Class will begin at 9:00 a.m. sharp!

  
  

  Meet at:

  Walter Hill Dam Recreation Area

  5636 Lebanon Rd, Murfreesboro, TN 37129

  
  

  We will gather in the grass next to the parking lot until we have everybody. Leave boats on your vehicle until class begins.

  
  

  Items you will need for the class:

  1. Canoe. Tandem (2 seats) or solo (1 seat). I will have solo boats at the class for you to use for the solo portion of the class if you do not have one, or you can paddle your tandem boat from the stern or in reverse.

  
  

  2. PFD (personal flotation device) – Life Jacket! Must be worn at all times on the water.

  
  

  3. Paddle. Canoe paddle length should be approximately from the ground to snug under your arm pit.

  
  

  4. Swim or sports material clothing. No cotton clothing. Dress for a possible swim.

  
  

  5. Water shoes.

  
  

  6. Light lunch and drink.

  
  

  For additional information call, text or email Steve Morris at 615-308-4059 or

  stevecanoes@gmail.com

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• Intro to Sailing

  • When
    Wednesday, May 07, 2025
  •  
    3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Location
    Vivrett Creek Public Use Area - J. Percy Priest Lake
  • Spaces left
    3

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  Looking for some NEW adventure? Maybe on the water? A nice windy day? You are in luck as TSRA is offering a beginner's sailing class the afternoon of May 7th, from 3-6 pm at the Vivrett Creek Public Use Area  on Percy Priest Lake. The Class will be taught by John McFadden and will cover the basics of sailing, including, boat nomenclature, points of sail, righting a capsized boat and more. You will need your own PFD and water shoes (closed toed if you have them) as we will all be in waist deep water for the first part of the class. If it is cool, bring your foul weather paddling gear. YOU WILL GET WET!

  We will be using three small boats, a vintage Laser racing class and a Sunfish recreational boat. Each participant will have the opportunity to sail each boat with a partner.   If you are interested in Volunteering, we will need help shuttling boats before class. Email John for more info.  

  PFDs are REQUIRED to be worn, no exceptions! Bring water and snacks and/or if you desire. By the end of the class you'll be sailing and I'll call you skipper!

  Questions? email John at: PACKCANOE@GMAIL.COM.

  
  

  
  

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• 3rd Saturday Paddle

  • When
    Saturday, May 17, 2025
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • Location
    TBD
  • Spaces left
    10

  On every 3rd Saturday of each month TSRA will be leading a Flatwater to Class 1 paddle trip. Location will be determined a week or two out and updated on the calendar. Basic paddling skills, training and gear are a prerequisite for all registrants. Life Jackets (PFD) will be worn at all times on the water. No alcohol during trip. These trips will all be weather dependent. If conditions are too harsh, we will reschedule as needed.

  Please pre-register by calling or emailing Steve Morris at

  615-308-4059 mbl or Stevecanoes@gmail.com

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• 1st Saturday Paddle Series

  • When
    Saturday, June 07, 2025
  • Location
    TBD
  • Spaces left
    20

  1st Saturday Paddle Series

  Every 1^st Saturday of every month in 2025 you will find us paddling a whitewater river or creek somewhere in Tennessee. We welcome all to join us. We will keep it on natural flow as much as possible. When water gets scarce, we’ll resort to the dam releases at Hiwassee, Ocoee, and Pigeon. Some weekends are predetermined with the assumption there will be enough flow. These will correspond with other events such as Rendezvous (Clear Creek), Jack Lyle Memorial Paddle (Big South Fork), Canoe & Kayak School Follow-up Paddle (Hiwassee). Other trips we will try to predict water levels and update the location approximately 1 - 2 weeks out based off of present water levels and expected rainfall. Just like the water we’ve got to be fluid. Things can change pretty quick.

  Expect Class II through Class IV. Don’t rule a paddle out though due to difficulty. Some ratings are based off of 1 or 2 rapids that in many cases can be portaged.  If in doubt, ask us! Just a few rivers you are likely to see:

  Ø  Big South Fork (Confluence to Leatherwood Ford) II-IV

  Ø  Clear Creek (Jet to Lilly) II+(III)

  Ø  Clear Creek (Lilly to Nemo) II-IV

  Ø  Obey, West Fork II

  Ø  Tellico (Bridge below Jared's Knee to Ranger Station) II-III

  We will occasionally make a weekend out of it and camp close to the river. Not a requirement to paddle but could be an option if you like. We’ll keep you posted when and where we plan to camp. Who knows, if we feel like it, we may do it again on Sunday. 

  TSRA membership is not required however there will be a $10 registration fee for nonmembers per trip. If you like us and think you will join us again, apply that $10 towards a membership and paddle next time with no registration fee.

  
  

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• Canoe and Kayak School 2025

  • Start
    Friday, June 20, 2025
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • End
    Sunday, June 22, 2025
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Gee Creek Campground
  • Spaces left
    100

  The 2025 Annual Whitewater Canoe and Kayak School will be held June 20-22, 2025 at the Hiwassee/Ocoee Scenic River State Park located at 404 Spring Creek Road, Delano, Tennessee on the Hiwassee River. 

  This school is for beginner whitewater canoe and kayak paddlers up to advanced paddlers ages 12 and up. Instructional opportunities will include on and off-river lessons covering orientation and logistics; terminology and river signals; stroke work, self and assisted rescue; fundamentals of river features; whitewater practice such as eddy turns, ferries and surfing; assessing current environmental conditions; and paddling group dynamics. On-water instruction is based on skill level.

  Classes may begin on Parksville Lake to work on self and assisted rescue techniques and advance to the Hiwassee River or the Ocoee River. Our registration form will request information about paddling skill to help our instructors organize classes. Our main goal is to provide participants with quality skill-level based instruction on all the tools to have fun and be safe on the water! This is a fun filled, educational weekend for family and friends and is a unique occasion to learn new skills from certified instructors and to meet experienced paddlers who love to teach and enjoy developing new enthusiasts for the sport.

  What to Bring: You must furnish and keep up with your own equipment for the school. If you do not have kayak or canoe equipment, you should be able to rent from a local outdoor retailer near your home. The following is a minimum list of equipment necessary for the school:

  Kayakers: Whitewater Kayak (fits your weight and height) Paddle (appropriate for your grip and length) Spray Skirt (be sure it fits the cockpit and your waist) Helmet (appropriate for whitewater and head size) PFD (Personal Flotation Device- Type III) Flotation –Air bags

  Canoeists: Whitewater Solo or Tandem Canoe, Paddle(s) (a spare is nice to have), Flotation –Air bags, Helmet, PFD

  ALL PADDLERS SHOULD HAVE: Exposure Protection – polypropylene, wool, paddling jacket, wetsuit or drysuit NO COTTON! The Hiwassee water is COLD- You will need extra layers. Carry with you in dry bag: River booties or other foot protection (no sandals) – You will be walking on rocks! Dry bag – for keeping lunch, extra clothing, camera and valuables dry, Sunglasses with retainers, Nose clips (optional), Sunblock (oil free), Water Bottle (hydration is very important on the river)

  *Leave valuable rings at home! Each year, a paddler loses a special ring on the river.

  For more information, email Whitewater Canoe and Kayak School here.

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• 3rd Saturday Paddle

  • When
    Saturday, June 21, 2025
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • Location
    TBD
  • Spaces left
    10

  On every 3rd Saturday of each month TSRA will be leading a Flatwater to Class 1 paddle trip. Location will be determined a week or two out and updated on the calendar. Basic paddling skills, training and gear are a prerequisite for all registrants. Life Jackets (PFD) will be worn at all times on the water. No alcohol during trip. These trips will all be weather dependent. If conditions are too harsh, we will reschedule as needed.

  Please pre-register by calling or emailing Steve Morris at

  615-308-4059 mbl or Stevecanoes@gmail.com

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• 1st Saturday Paddle Series

  • When
    Saturday, July 05, 2025
  • Location
    TBD
  • Spaces left
    20

  1st Saturday Paddle Series

  Every 1^st Saturday of every month in 2025 you will find us paddling a whitewater river or creek somewhere in Tennessee. We welcome all to join us. We will keep it on natural flow as much as possible. When water gets scarce, we’ll resort to the dam releases at Hiwassee, Ocoee, and Pigeon. Some weekends are predetermined with the assumption there will be enough flow. These will correspond with other events such as Rendezvous (Clear Creek), Jack Lyle Memorial Paddle (Big South Fork), Canoe & Kayak School Follow-up Paddle (Hiwassee). Other trips we will try to predict water levels and update the location approximately 1 - 2 weeks out based off of present water levels and expected rainfall. Just like the water we’ve got to be fluid. Things can change pretty quick.

  Expect Class II through Class IV. Don’t rule a paddle out though due to difficulty. Some ratings are based off of 1 or 2 rapids that in many cases can be portaged.  If in doubt, ask us! Just a few rivers you are likely to see:

  Ø  Big South Fork (Confluence to Leatherwood Ford) II-IV

  Ø  Clear Creek (Jet to Lilly) II+(III)

  Ø  Clear Creek (Lilly to Nemo) II-IV

  Ø  Obey, West Fork II

  Ø  Tellico (Bridge below Jared's Knee to Ranger Station) II-III

  We will occasionally make a weekend out of it and camp close to the river. Not a requirement to paddle but could be an option if you like. We’ll keep you posted when and where we plan to camp. Who knows, if we feel like it, we may do it again on Sunday. 

  TSRA membership is not required however there will be a $10 registration fee for nonmembers per trip. If you like us and think you will join us again, apply that $10 towards a membership and paddle next time with no registration fee.

  
  

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• Basic River Rescue

  • Start
    Friday, July 11, 2025
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • End
    Sunday, July 13, 2025
  •  
    4:00 PM
  • Location
    Gee Creek Campground, Delano, TN
  • Spaces left
    10

  
  

  Held at Gee Creek Campground on the Hiwassee River, in Delano, Tennessee. You can arrive Friday evening at your convenience. The school begins Friday night, where you will meet with your instructors to prepare for Saturday morning. Saturday we will spend half a day (before lunch) doing land instruction. After lunch we will be on the river. Sunday, we will be the same, land instruction and river time. All meals are your responsibility, except for dinner on Sat Saturday Night. We will provide dinner and some instruction at camp. Class is limited to 10 people, with a waiting list. We will open a second class, if the wait list fills up.

  This class provides an opportunity for you to learn how to help yourself and your paddling friends whenever you run into trouble on the river. Examples of what is covered during the weekend include:

  • How to throw and catch a throw rope
  • Simple mechanical advantage systems
  • Swimming with and without your boat/paddle
  • Wading in current
  • Boat based rescues - boat over boat, T-rescues, deep water re-entry

  This course will be taught by Swiftwater Rescue trained instructors. Students will need to have some basic comfort with their paddling skills ON WHITEWATER before embarking on the training. A roll is not necessary in order to take this class.

  YOUR REGISTRATION FEE INCLUDES:

  1. Professional quality training in basic river rescue techniques over two days

  2. Two nights at the Gee Creek Campground. (We will be sharing sites in the A-Loop so if you'd prefer a private site, feel free to reserve your own at your cost) Bring your own tent, sleeping gear, and food. We have sites A1, A23, & A25. incase you want to snag your own spot nearby.

  WHAT TO BRING:

  The following is a minimum suggested list of equipment necessary for the school:

  Whitewater boats (no recreational boats) are required for this course. If you have any questions as to whether or not your boat is acceptable, please contact James (Woody) Woodall at tiltedrivers@gmail.com

  • Whitewater Kayaks: Kayak Flotation air bags for your boat Paddle Spray skirt (be sure it fits the cockpit and your waist) Helmet (appropriate for whitewater and fits your head) PFD -life vest- Type III

  or

  • Whitewater Canoes: Solo or tandem boat Paddle (s) a spare paddle is nice to have Flotation air bags Helmet PFD Type III

  Flotation is necessary outfitting for any whitewater boat; we will be taking swims on purpose and flotation helps prevent the boat from taking on too much water.

  ALL PADDLERS SHOULD HAVE:

  • Exposure Protection : polypropylene, wool, paddling jacket, wetsuit or drysuit. NO COTTON! The Hiwassee water is COLD- you will need extra layers.
  • River booties or other foot protection (no open toed shoes, no exceptions)- You will be walking on rocks!
  • Dry bag for keeping lunch, extra clothing, camera and valuables dry Sunglasses or glasses should have retainers that float, otherwise they will sink Nose clips (optional) Sunblock (oil free) Water Bottle (hydration is very important on the river) *Leave valuable jewelry at home!
  • If you have one, Throw Rope, Whistle, and Paddling 1st Aid Kit, but not require.

  Please note:

  TSRA Schools are organized and run by volunteers. Our volunteers need enough time to organize class. 

  For additional information email James (Woody) Woodall or Vinson Dill at wwsafety@paddletsra.org.

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• 3rd Saturday Paddle

  • When
    Saturday, July 19, 2025
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • Location
    TBD
  • Spaces left
    10

  On every 3rd Saturday of each month TSRA will be leading a Flatwater to Class 1 paddle trip. Location will be determined a week or two out and updated on the calendar. Basic paddling skills, training and gear are a prerequisite for all registrants. Life Jackets (PFD) will be worn at all times on the water. No alcohol during trip. These trips will all be weather dependent. If conditions are too harsh, we will reschedule as needed.

  Please pre-register by calling or emailing Steve Morris at

  615-308-4059 mbl or Stevecanoes@gmail.com

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• SWIFTWATER RESCUE

  • Start
    Saturday, July 26, 2025
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • End
    Sunday, July 27, 2025
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Scenic Rivers Water Rescue Training Professionals Facility: 188 Bailey Rd, Benton TN
  • Spaces left
    21

  Whitewater enthusiasts participate in hazardous activities in wilderness environments. Are you prepared to rescue yourself or your best paddling friend? Are they prepared to rescue you? Help in many cases may not be immediately available, and might be hours (not minutes) away.

  Sign up and bring your favorite paddling crew to this clinic. It’s like buying yourself, and them, the safety line that may save your lives.

  Led by ACA certified instructors Jim McCool, Woody Woodall, Charlie Wilkerson, Gary Weatherford and James Parnell this course is designed to teach basic swiftwater rescue techniques where limited personnel and/or safety gear is available. Our instructors have in excess of 50 years combined experience teaching whitewater paddling and swiftwater rescue. They’ve provided instruction to hundreds of individuals and many paddling clubs in Tennessee and Kentucky as well as training Tennessee and National Park Service Rangers, firefighters, other first responders and many more.

  This clinic will include indoor/outdoor classroom instruction, shore and river skills and realistic scenarios. Successful completion of this course will prepare you to self-rescue and aid in the rescue of others in whitewater environments.

  Registration fee includes: tent camping onsite.  Student guests $25/night to camp during the clinic.  There is limited bunk space for an additional cost to those participants seeking indoor space. To book email: Jim McCool at wwseal@yahoo.com. Breakfast and lunch is the responsibility of participants. We will provide dinner on Sat night only. 
  

  For additional information email Jim McCool at wwseal@yahoo.com

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• 1st Saturday Paddle Series

  • When
    Saturday, August 02, 2025
  • Location
    TBD
  • Spaces left
    20

  1st Saturday Paddle Series

  Every 1^st Saturday of every month in 2025 you will find us paddling a whitewater river or creek somewhere in Tennessee. We welcome all to join us. We will keep it on natural flow as much as possible. When water gets scarce, we’ll resort to the dam releases at Hiwassee, Ocoee, and Pigeon. Some weekends are predetermined with the assumption there will be enough flow. These will correspond with other events such as Rendezvous (Clear Creek), Jack Lyle Memorial Paddle (Big South Fork), Canoe & Kayak School Follow-up Paddle (Hiwassee). Other trips we will try to predict water levels and update the location approximately 1 - 2 weeks out based off of present water levels and expected rainfall. Just like the water we’ve got to be fluid. Things can change pretty quick.

  Expect Class II through Class IV. Don’t rule a paddle out though due to difficulty. Some ratings are based off of 1 or 2 rapids that in many cases can be portaged.  If in doubt, ask us! Just a few rivers you are likely to see:

  Ø  Big South Fork (Confluence to Leatherwood Ford) II-IV

  Ø  Clear Creek (Jet to Lilly) II+(III)

  Ø  Clear Creek (Lilly to Nemo) II-IV

  Ø  Obey, West Fork II

  Ø  Tellico (Bridge below Jared's Knee to Ranger Station) II-III

  We will occasionally make a weekend out of it and camp close to the river. Not a requirement to paddle but could be an option if you like. We’ll keep you posted when and where we plan to camp. Who knows, if we feel like it, we may do it again on Sunday. 

  TSRA membership is not required however there will be a $10 registration fee for nonmembers per trip. If you like us and think you will join us again, apply that $10 towards a membership and paddle next time with no registration fee.

  
  

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• 3rd Saturday Paddle

  • When
    Saturday, August 16, 2025
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • Location
    TBD
  • Spaces left
    10

  On every 3rd Saturday of each month TSRA will be leading a Flatwater to Class 1 paddle trip. Location will be determined a week or two out and updated on the calendar. Basic paddling skills, training and gear are a prerequisite for all registrants. Life Jackets (PFD) will be worn at all times on the water. No alcohol during trip. These trips will all be weather dependent. If conditions are too harsh, we will reschedule as needed.

  Please pre-register by calling or emailing Steve Morris at

  615-308-4059 mbl or Stevecanoes@gmail.com

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• 1st Saturday Paddle Series

  • When
    Saturday, September 06, 2025
  • Location
    TBD
  • Spaces left
    20

  1st Saturday Paddle Series

  Every 1^st Saturday of every month in 2025 you will find us paddling a whitewater river or creek somewhere in Tennessee. We welcome all to join us. We will keep it on natural flow as much as possible. When water gets scarce, we’ll resort to the dam releases at Hiwassee, Ocoee, and Pigeon. Some weekends are predetermined with the assumption there will be enough flow. These will correspond with other events such as Rendezvous (Clear Creek), Jack Lyle Memorial Paddle (Big South Fork), Canoe & Kayak School Follow-up Paddle (Hiwassee). Other trips we will try to predict water levels and update the location approximately 1 - 2 weeks out based off of present water levels and expected rainfall. Just like the water we’ve got to be fluid. Things can change pretty quick.

  Expect Class II through Class IV. Don’t rule a paddle out though due to difficulty. Some ratings are based off of 1 or 2 rapids that in many cases can be portaged.  If in doubt, ask us! Just a few rivers you are likely to see:

  Ø  Big South Fork (Confluence to Leatherwood Ford) II-IV

  Ø  Clear Creek (Jet to Lilly) II+(III)

  Ø  Clear Creek (Lilly to Nemo) II-IV

  Ø  Obey, West Fork II

  Ø  Tellico (Bridge below Jared's Knee to Ranger Station) II-III

  We will occasionally make a weekend out of it and camp close to the river. Not a requirement to paddle but could be an option if you like. We’ll keep you posted when and where we plan to camp. Who knows, if we feel like it, we may do it again on Sunday. 

  TSRA membership is not required however there will be a $10 registration fee for nonmembers per trip. If you like us and think you will join us again, apply that $10 towards a membership and paddle next time with no registration fee.

  
  

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• Lost Loon Triathlon

  • When
    Sunday, September 14, 2025
  • Location
    Long Hunter State Park - Couchville Lake

  The Lost Loon Triathlon is an untimed, family-friendly triathlon for people to enjoy the outdoors and have fun.  All ages are welcome to participate at their own pace and preferred distance.  The full course is road cycling for 9 miles (3 loops of 3 miles each), tandem canoeing on Couchville Lake for 2 miles and a trial run or walk for 2 miles around the lake.  You can compete in all three sports or divide them up among your teammates like a relay.  Cyclists need to bring their own bikes and bike helmets.  Paddlers can bring their own boat if they have one.  Costumes and team themes are optional but lots of fun!  Volunteers are welcome too.  All proceeds benefit TSRA and river conservation projects.  Follow us on Facebook @lostloontriathlon.  Join the email list at www.lostloons.com for future registration notifications. 

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• 3rd Saturday Paddle

  • When
    Saturday, September 20, 2025
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • Location
    TBD
  • Spaces left
    10

  On every 3rd Saturday of each month TSRA will be leading a Flatwater to Class 1 paddle trip. Location will be determined a week or two out and updated on the calendar. Basic paddling skills, training and gear are a prerequisite for all registrants. Life Jackets (PFD) will be worn at all times on the water. No alcohol during trip. These trips will all be weather dependent. If conditions are too harsh, we will reschedule as needed.

  Please pre-register by calling or emailing Steve Morris at

  615-308-4059 mbl or Stevecanoes@gmail.com

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• 1st Saturday Paddle Series

  • When
    Saturday, October 04, 2025
  • Location
    TBD
  • Spaces left
    20

  1st Saturday Paddle Series

  Every 1^st Saturday of every month in 2025 you will find us paddling a whitewater river or creek somewhere in Tennessee. We welcome all to join us. We will keep it on natural flow as much as possible. When water gets scarce, we’ll resort to the dam releases at Hiwassee, Ocoee, and Pigeon. Some weekends are predetermined with the assumption there will be enough flow. These will correspond with other events such as Rendezvous (Clear Creek), Jack Lyle Memorial Paddle (Big South Fork), Canoe & Kayak School Follow-up Paddle (Hiwassee). Other trips we will try to predict water levels and update the location approximately 1 - 2 weeks out based off of present water levels and expected rainfall. Just like the water we’ve got to be fluid. Things can change pretty quick.

  Expect Class II through Class IV. Don’t rule a paddle out though due to difficulty. Some ratings are based off of 1 or 2 rapids that in many cases can be portaged.  If in doubt, ask us! Just a few rivers you are likely to see:

  Ø  Big South Fork (Confluence to Leatherwood Ford) II-IV

  Ø  Clear Creek (Jet to Lilly) II+(III)

  Ø  Clear Creek (Lilly to Nemo) II-IV

  Ø  Obey, West Fork II

  Ø  Tellico (Bridge below Jared's Knee to Ranger Station) II-III

  We will occasionally make a weekend out of it and camp close to the river. Not a requirement to paddle but could be an option if you like. We’ll keep you posted when and where we plan to camp. Who knows, if we feel like it, we may do it again on Sunday. 

  TSRA membership is not required however there will be a $10 registration fee for nonmembers per trip. If you like us and think you will join us again, apply that $10 towards a membership and paddle next time with no registration fee.

  
  

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• 3rd Saturday Paddle

  • When
    Saturday, October 18, 2025
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • Location
    TBD
  • Spaces left
    10

  On every 3rd Saturday of each month TSRA will be leading a Flatwater to Class 1 paddle trip. Location will be determined a week or two out and updated on the calendar. Basic paddling skills, training and gear are a prerequisite for all registrants. Life Jackets (PFD) will be worn at all times on the water. No alcohol during trip. These trips will all be weather dependent. If conditions are too harsh, we will reschedule as needed.

  Please pre-register by calling or emailing Steve Morris at

  615-308-4059 mbl or Stevecanoes@gmail.com

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• 1st Saturday Paddle Series

  • When
    Saturday, November 01, 2025
  • Location
    TBD
  • Spaces left
    20

  1st Saturday Paddle Series

  Every 1^st Saturday of every month in 2025 you will find us paddling a whitewater river or creek somewhere in Tennessee. We welcome all to join us. We will keep it on natural flow as much as possible. When water gets scarce, we’ll resort to the dam releases at Hiwassee, Ocoee, and Pigeon. Some weekends are predetermined with the assumption there will be enough flow. These will correspond with other events such as Rendezvous (Clear Creek), Jack Lyle Memorial Paddle (Big South Fork), Canoe & Kayak School Follow-up Paddle (Hiwassee). Other trips we will try to predict water levels and update the location approximately 1 - 2 weeks out based off of present water levels and expected rainfall. Just like the water we’ve got to be fluid. Things can change pretty quick.

  Expect Class II through Class IV. Don’t rule a paddle out though due to difficulty. Some ratings are based off of 1 or 2 rapids that in many cases can be portaged.  If in doubt, ask us! Just a few rivers you are likely to see:

  Ø  Big South Fork (Confluence to Leatherwood Ford) II-IV

  Ø  Clear Creek (Jet to Lilly) II+(III)

  Ø  Clear Creek (Lilly to Nemo) II-IV

  Ø  Obey, West Fork II

  Ø  Tellico (Bridge below Jared's Knee to Ranger Station) II-III

  We will occasionally make a weekend out of it and camp close to the river. Not a requirement to paddle but could be an option if you like. We’ll keep you posted when and where we plan to camp. Who knows, if we feel like it, we may do it again on Sunday. 

  TSRA membership is not required however there will be a $10 registration fee for nonmembers per trip. If you like us and think you will join us again, apply that $10 towards a membership and paddle next time with no registration fee.

  
  

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• 3rd Saturday Paddle

  • When
    Saturday, November 15, 2025
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • Location
    TBD
  • Spaces left
    10

  On every 3rd Saturday of each month TSRA will be leading a Flatwater to Class 1 paddle trip. Location will be determined a week or two out and updated on the calendar. Basic paddling skills, training and gear are a prerequisite for all registrants. Life Jackets (PFD) will be worn at all times on the water. No alcohol during trip. These trips will all be weather dependent. If conditions are too harsh, we will reschedule as needed.

  Please pre-register by calling or emailing Steve Morris at

  615-308-4059 mbl or Stevecanoes@gmail.com

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• 1st Saturday Paddle Series

  • When
    Saturday, December 06, 2025
  • Location
    TBD
  • Spaces left
    20

  1st Saturday Paddle Series

  Every 1^st Saturday of every month in 2025 you will find us paddling a whitewater river or creek somewhere in Tennessee. We welcome all to join us. We will keep it on natural flow as much as possible. When water gets scarce, we’ll resort to the dam releases at Hiwassee, Ocoee, and Pigeon. Some weekends are predetermined with the assumption there will be enough flow. These will correspond with other events such as Rendezvous (Clear Creek), Jack Lyle Memorial Paddle (Big South Fork), Canoe & Kayak School Follow-up Paddle (Hiwassee). Other trips we will try to predict water levels and update the location approximately 1 - 2 weeks out based off of present water levels and expected rainfall. Just like the water we’ve got to be fluid. Things can change pretty quick.

  Expect Class II through Class IV. Don’t rule a paddle out though due to difficulty. Some ratings are based off of 1 or 2 rapids that in many cases can be portaged.  If in doubt, ask us! Just a few rivers you are likely to see:

  Ø  Big South Fork (Confluence to Leatherwood Ford) II-IV

  Ø  Clear Creek (Jet to Lilly) II+(III)

  Ø  Clear Creek (Lilly to Nemo) II-IV

  Ø  Obey, West Fork II

  Ø  Tellico (Bridge below Jared's Knee to Ranger Station) II-III

  We will occasionally make a weekend out of it and camp close to the river. Not a requirement to paddle but could be an option if you like. We’ll keep you posted when and where we plan to camp. Who knows, if we feel like it, we may do it again on Sunday. 

  TSRA membership is not required however there will be a $10 registration fee for nonmembers per trip. If you like us and think you will join us again, apply that $10 towards a membership and paddle next time with no registration fee.

  
  

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• 3rd Saturday Paddle

  • When
    Saturday, December 27, 2025
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • Location
    TBD
  • Spaces left
    10

  On every 3rd Saturday of each month TSRA will be leading a Flatwater to Class 1 paddle trip. Location will be determined a week or two out and updated on the calendar. Basic paddling skills, training and gear are a prerequisite for all registrants. Life Jackets (PFD) will be worn at all times on the water. No alcohol during trip. These trips will all be weather dependent. If conditions are too harsh, we will reschedule as needed.

  Please pre-register by calling or emailing Steve Morris at

  615-308-4059 mbl or Stevecanoes@gmail.com

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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