Category: Kayaking

WNC Kayaking Group Holds Inaugural Festival To Build Community & Give Back, with Crom Carey – Co-founder of WACKO

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Community, Festival, Kayaking, Whitewater

The word community is, without question, central to the human experience. It conveys a sense of togetherness and positivity. Being a part of a community can make us feel as though we are a part of something greater than ourselves. And in some outdoor pursuits, community is key for a safe and enjoyable experience. That … Read More “WNC Kayaking Group Holds Inaugural Festival To Build Community & Give Back, with Crom Carey – Co-founder of WACKO” »

Green Race & Big Adventure in the Green River Game Lands, with John Grace

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Adventure, Kayaking

The Green River Game Lands contains just over 18,000 acres of wilderness and lies along the Blue Ridge Escarpment in Henderson and Polk counties. It is home to the Green River which cuts a rugged chasm as it descends the Blue Ridge escarpment providing numerous whitewater sports opportunities like kayaking, canoeing, tubing, and fishing in … Read More “Green Race & Big Adventure in the Green River Game Lands, with John Grace” »

Something In The Saluda Air Fills The Heart And Soul

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Family, Fly Fishing, Hiking, Inns, Kayaking, Mountain Cabins, Mountain Town, Mountains, Nature, Scenic Drive, Small Business, Tourism, Waterfalls

Saluda, North Carolina, a tiny town of a little over 500 fulltime residents, is a mountain oasis with a Historic Downtown surrounded by rugged and accessible wilderness. The 18,000 acres of the Green River Game Lands and the Greenville Watershed have served as natural buffers, helping to preserve and protect the authentic character of this … Read More “Something In The Saluda Air Fills The Heart And Soul” »

Living the Dream With National & World Whitewater Kayaking Champion, Nick Troutman

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Adventure, Family, Kayaking, Outdoor

In this episode we sit down with Nick Troutman who is a Professional Whitewater Kayaker, Growth Mindset Guru, and Champion Family Man! Nick paddles for Jackson Kayaks and has been a part of the Jackson family heritage for over a decade. Originally from Ottawa, Canada, Nick started kayaking at the age of 13 and his … Read More “Living the Dream With National & World Whitewater Kayaking Champion, Nick Troutman” »

Episode 04 – Adventurous Comfortable Camping with SylvanSport’s Katlyn Mobley

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Adventure, Camping, Family, Kayaking, Mountain Biking, Mountains, Nature, Outdoor, SUP

Adventurous Comfortable Camping  I have a confession to make. I am a recovering camping snob. Yep, it’s true.  You see, there was a time when I thought if you weren’t sleeping outside under the stars, under a lean-to, or in a tent than you weren’t really camping. You might as well be sleeping in a … Read More “Episode 04 – Adventurous Comfortable Camping with SylvanSport’s Katlyn Mobley” »