River Gorge Trip
Cost: $125.00 per person
Length: 2 days and 17 miles
Level: Intermediate
Six person minimum
Description:
The trip will start at The Greenway Farm at 9:00am and we will return to the farm the next day by 5:00pm. We will launch our boats from The River Gorge Trust’s private boat launch, which is located at the mouth of the river gorge, and paddle 8.5 miles to our campsite. We will be spending the night along the banks of the river where we will enjoy a hearty meal, hot drinks, and campfire camaraderie. For those of us who have the energy we will go on an evening paddle under the star lit sky that is framed by the towering walls of the Cumberland Plateau. The next morning we will enjoy a hot breakfast with plenty of coffee as we break down camp, pack up our boats, and prepare for our 8mile paddle to Sullivan’s Landing where our van will be awaiting us.
What to bring:
*river shoes or sandals *camp shoes
*aqua socks or synthetic socks *wool or synthetic socks for camp
*1 pair long pants *long underwear bottoms
*long underwear top *wool sweater or fleece jacket
*warm hat (covers ears) *sun hat (provides shade)
*1 pair of shorts (bathing suit) *t-shirt
*rain suit or poncho *flashlight with fresh batteries
*sleeping bag *sleeping pad
*water bottle(s) *bandana or small towel
*tent *personal toiletries
*insulated mug *sunglasses
OutVenture can provide tents and sleeping pads for anyone who needs them; however you must provide your own sleeping bag.
Optional Items:
*camera *note pad *book *camp chair *pillow
What is provided:
• All paddling equipment (boats, paddles, PFDs)
• All food (please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions)
• Transportation to and from the river
Tips for packing:
Pack items in plastic bags to insure they will stay dry, and remember everything you bring has to fit inside of your boat. Try to avoid cotton once it gets wet it does not provide any insulating ability. Stuff sacs with a garbage bag as a liner make for ideal packing. You can easily organize yourself this way (all toiletries and socks in one bag and rain suit in another)
Please call us at 423-842-6629 or e-mail to outventure@mail.chattanooga.gov with any questions.
North Chickamauga Canoe
Cost: $10.00 per person (includes all equipment, and guides)
Length: Around 2 miles / 3 hours
Level: Beginner
Eight person minimum
Get ready to enjoy the scenic flat water of this deep, crisp cool creek. The OutVenture staff has taught countless groups of people to canoe and pride themselves on teaching people with little or no experience. Staff will make sure everyone is properly outfitted, teach the basic canoeing skills, and answer all questions before we get started. We will launch from a dock at The Greenway Farm and navigate our way down stream towards the confluence of the creek and the TN. River. Along the way you will see turtles, herons, king fishers, and more. While on the water OutVenture staff will continue to work with individuals who need further instruction and provide advance techniques for those who are ready. This is a very popular experience with camps, school groups, and families who are looking for a less traditional outing.
Sunset Kayak Tour in Downtown
Cost: $20.00 per person (includes all equipment, and guides)
Length: 4 miles / 2 hours
Level: Beginner
Six person minimum
Enjoy the sunset from a new prospective while paddling your sea kayak on Chattanooga’s greatest natural resource. Get up close and personal with the breathtaking cliffs of The Hunter Museum, wave to the curious pedestrians on the Walnut Street Bridge, and sneak up on wildlife that lives on Maclellan Island. This is the perfect opportunity to expose yourself to the fast growing sport of sea kayaking.
Nickajack Bat Cave Kayak tour
Cost: $30.00 per person (includes transportation, all equipment, and guides)
Length: 2 miles / 2.5 hours on the water
Level: Beginner
Six person minimum
The trip will start at The Greenway Farm where we will take a short thirty-minute van ride to our put in on Nickajack Lake. After a brief instructional period we will enjoy the sunset as we explore the waters while waiting for the big show. Participants will experience on of the Tennessee Valleys most amazing spectacles, as you watch nearly 100,000 federally endangered gray bats exit the Nickajack Cave in a silent wave of blackness.
Sale Creek Kayak Adventure
Cost: $40.00 per person (includes transportation, all equipment, and guides)
Length: 6 miles / 5 hours on the water
Level: Intermediate
Six person minimum
Navigate your kayak through the tall marshy grasses and trees as this waterway takes a turn off the beaten path. The often times shallow water and obstructed channels make this the idea area for non-motorized boats. This is the ideal paddling experience for those who like to explore and always want to know “what is around the next bend”. Bring a lunch, camera, and water bottle along with your adventurous spirit and leave the rest up to the OutVenture guides.
Hiwassee Wildlife Refuge Sunset Kayak Tour
Cost: $30.00 per person (includes transportation, all equipment, and guides)
Length: 3 miles / 2 hours on the water
Level: Beginner
Six person Minimum
There may be no better way to unwind from the day than watching the sunset while paddling around the scenic Hiwassee Island. The refuge is home to many birds including Bald Eagles, Herons, Ospreys, countless species of ducks, and more. Participants will circumnavigate the island watching out for raccoons and other animals who feed along the river banks before enjoying the sunset. Take your paddle out of the water, let the river push you along, and watch and listen as the birds take advantage of the last light of the day.
Richland Creek to Blythe Ferry
Cost: $40.00 per person (includes transportation, all equipment, and guides)
Length: 7 miles / 5 hours on the water
Level: Intermediate
Six person minimum
Our paddle will start on the sheltered waterway of Richland Creek, which flows through the historic town of Dayton, Tennessee. The shallow creek is moderately developed with houses on either side, but is a favorite feeding ground to many Herons, King fishers, and Ospreys. After a pleasant two-mile paddle the creek enters the TN River just above the boundary of The Hiwassee Wildlife Refuge. The river provides us with a nice current that will be easing our paddle along farmlands, rock out croppings, and sections of reed grasses. Soon we will be at the head of the Hiawassee Island and its wonderful habitat. Its time to put your paddle down and break out your binoculars while the current pushes us towards the take out. Just down river of the island is Blythe Ferry where we will be ending our wonderful adventure. Overall we will have spent around five hours on the water and paddled a scenic seven miles.
