Announcements
Mainspring Conservation Trust is considering leading the effort to acquire and remove the Ela Dam on the Oconaluftee River, according to a report in the Smoky Mountain News. The hydroelectric dam suffered an inadvertent sediment spill Oct. 3, 2021, that …
Western NC Conservancy May Acquire Oconaluftee Dam Read more »
Dear CCC Members, As we announced at Week of Rivers this year, we would like to get your feedback on your experiences this year. We have created a survey that should take no more than 2-5 minutes to complete, but …
The Carolina Kayak Club will be hosting a trash clean up at Jordan Lake on September 24th. They will be leaving from the Robeson Creek Ramp and paddling approximately 1.5 miles to the clean-up site and would be happy to …
Here’s a link to the new edition of Carolina Paddler: Carolina Paddler August 2022 Table of Contents
Cleatus Is Coming… in the new edition of Carolina Paddler. With Cleatus, there will be stories and articles about kayak training at the White Water Center, the supposed health benefits of canoeing, Larry’s tips, kayaking color coordination and book reports …
I received the following message from the management at Smoky Mountain Meadows with a request to circulate it to CCC members: SMMC has vetted the 4 waiting lists to see who still wants to be on them, and who does not. …
Notice of openings on WOR campground waiting lists Read more »
Out of respect for Rich and her family, I hit pause before posting an announcement about the recent passing of Sarah Ruhlen. There are so many wonderful tributes on Facebook that my own words are inadequate by comparison. I encourage …
The Board is happy to announce that Alessandra Schweers will succeed Eliot Mintzer as Donations Coordinator, better known as swag. If you don’t know Alex, here is her story in her own words: Good Morning, Hello my name is Alessandra …
The CCC Nominating Committee is looking for candidates to replace numerous positions on the CCC Board and Staff. Please give serious thought to these positions. They are vital to the health and growth of the club and offer a enjoyable …
Fellow Members, Just another friendly reminder about a few upcoming Safety and Rescue classes; August 6th: ACA Level 3 River Safety and Rescue, Registration Open August 20-21st: ACA Level 4 Swiftwater Rescue, Registration Open October 22-23: Cold Water Safety Class, …
