Information
Primary River: Upper Pigeon
Trip Leaders: Bryan Hooks and Shaun Mullins
Experience necessary to determine suitability: This river is somewhat short, compared to the Nantahala. Some say one big step up from Nantahala and somewhat more difficult than the French Broad 9 section. Boat placement, reading water, a roll are skills you need.
Required gear: Coast guard approved PFD, whitewater canoe or kayak with floatation, skirt for your kayak, water sports helmet, paddle, appropriate clothing for the water’s temperature, closed toes shoes (no water sandals), water bottle that clips into your boat.
Bring your lunch in a dry bag.
Registration opens the Saturday prior to the paddling date and closes Thursday at 10pm. You are welcome to email the trip leader, connect with them via Facebook Messenger, or email the Club for more information about the river.
Once you register, make sure you receive an automatic email with exact meet up time, location, and any other special details. If you do not, email the trip leader, contact them on Facebook messenger, or email the Club.
Registration Tips:
- Ensure your $20 annual membership is current, or formally join Chota Canoe Club by paying your first annual dues. Join or renew Chota Canoe Club membership
- Then, return to this registration page to complete registration.
- Sign the once-annual liability waiver. Chota Canoe Club Liability Waiver
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Contacts
Email addressbryanhooks@me.com