Category Archives: Trip Reports

Erwin Greenbelt – Trip Report

Posted on September 24, 2012 by admin

Mary Fanslow reporting Event Date: August 19th Sharon Burnett, Pam McBride, Scott Thomsen, and Mary Fanslow enjoyed a six-mile stroll on the Erwin Linear Trail on Sunday, August 19.  Dozens of snapping turtles at the bass ponds and a few … Continue reading →

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Clinch River – Trip Report

Posted on September 23, 2012 by admin

Deb Reynolds reporting Event Date: August 8th I took advantage of one of the guided tours for the Highland Festivals to take a trip on the Clinch.  The trip was led by Clinch Valley Outfitters.  Although, I used my own … Continue reading →

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Basic Swiftwater Rescue Course, Trip Report

Posted on September 16, 2012 by admin

Scott Fisher reporting Event Date: July 27-29 We had an exceptional SWR class out at Big Rock!!  Congrats to the participants for doing the right thing by making the safety of their fellow paddlers and themselves a priority by taking … Continue reading →

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Relocation of Backbone Rock Trail with ASU

Posted on September 7, 2012 by admin

Carl Fritz reporting Event Date: August 17th The Watauga Global Community College of Appalachian State University (ASU) offers their incoming freshmen an optional orientation event to get acquainted with each other.  For the twelfth consecutive year they have partnered with … Continue reading →

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Beginner/Novice Whitewater Kayak Clinic, Trip Report

Posted on August 28, 2012 by admin

July 14-15, 2012 Scott Fisher reporting We had a great group of new kayakers take the beginner class this past weekend.  The weather cooperated for the most part and we had a great time meeting new friends on the water.  … Continue reading →

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