Adventure Kayaking

Overnight Adventure Kayaking Trip 1 (for more advanced paddlers)

June 7-9, 2024

Chattanooga, TN (The Tennessee River)

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Overnight Adventure Kayaking Trip 2 (for less experienced paddlers)

September 13-15, 2024

Chattanooga, TN (The Tennessee River)

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About the Trips

Each of these trips involves a two-night excursion, comprising one night in a hotel and one night camping in tents, navigating down the river in kayaks. These adventures are open to individuals with physical disabilities, subject to meeting specific fitness and endurance standards. With specially designed adaptive kayaks and the assistance of volunteers, the trips are structured to ensure that everyone can experience the splendor of the Tennessee River in an inclusive and accessible manner.

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- Hotel stay on night 1, Camping on night 2.

- Kayak with experienced guides Saturday and Sunday

- All kayaking equipment provided

- Camping equipment (tent, sleeping bag, sleeping pad) available to borrow

- Meals provided

- Transport from and back to hotel from river.

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Cost: $50 per person (covers accommodation, meals, and equipment)

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Essential Eligibility Criteria

We are offering 2 overnight camping/kayaking trips this year. Trip 1 (June 7-9) will be a slightly longer paddle with more time on the water and a faster pace of paddling. Trip 2 (Sep 13-15) is structured for those who are newer to paddling and will be shorter distance and less stretches of time in the boat. To decide which trip is best for you, see paddler criteria for both trips here.

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Volunteers

We are looking for volunteers who are experienced paddlers and can accompany the group for the duration fo the trip. Volunteers may be required to help with transfers, equipment moving, on the water support and campsite activities. Paddling experience is essential. Please register as a volunteer at the link below.

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Caregiver / Companion

There is an opportunity for one caregiver / companion to attend alongside the participant. This person would also need to meet the paddler criteria for the specific trip. Please create a volunteer membership and register at the separate link below as a caregiver / companion. 

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For Advanced Paddlers​

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For Less Experienced Paddlers

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Trip 1 Details

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Friday June 7th

Meet and Greet on Friday at hotel

Welcome dinner and briefing for weekend.

 

Saturday June 8th

Transport from hotel to entry location

Leave Island View Boat Ramp TN 37341

Paddle 14 miles from Island View to Harrison Bay

Skull Island stop off point for lunch. (half way)

Arrive At Harrison Bay

Dinner at campground 

 

Sunday June 9th

Breakfast at Camp site

Launch from Harrison Bay

Straight to Booker T Washington - Less than 5 miles

Arrive at exit ramp

Lunch at exit point.

Transport back to cars

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