Intro to Whitewater
Want to learn how to bellyak with the pros? Join us for a day out on the river and learn the language of whitewater where we will teach you the ins and outs of paddling the newest watersport out there, Bellyak!!
Want to learn how to bellyak with the pros? Join us for a day out on the river and learn the language of whitewater where we will teach you the ins and outs of paddling the newest watersport out there, Bellyak!!
Come join us at the National Paddlesports Conference at the Nantahala Outdoor Center on Friday, October 20th. This class is designed for instructors and enthusiasts of all disciplines who want to learn about and experience prone river paddling. We will begin on dry land, where we will cover the history, applications and different uses of Bellyak, with […]
We're gearing up for our very first Spring Up! Paddles, Trails & Ales Festival on Saturday, April 7th! With a focus on locally made outdoor gear and equipment, and local conservation efforts, this festival is sure to jump-start a summer full of adventure and motivate you to get out and explore beautiful WNC! More info […]
A river festival for all who love the outdoors on the banks of the Nolichucky River. Kayaking, rafting, SUP, onehweels, demos, SUP jousting, bellyaks, races, music, vendors, gear swap, camping, cabins, shuttles, prizes, food and beverages.
Tuck Fest is a multi-day festival that celebrates the outdoor lifestyle through competitions, exhibitions, demos, and live music at the U.S. National Whitewater Center (USNWC). The festival features a variety of outdoor competitions that include trail running, kayaking, biking, climbing, stand-up paddle boarding, obstacle, and adventure racing. The name “Tuck Fest” comes from the Tuckaseegee Ford and […]
FRIDAY, MAY 11th Rising Appalachia • Samantha Fish • Supaman • Flor de Toloache SATURDAY, MAY 12th Snarky Puppy • The Suffers • I Draw Slow • Ganga Giri SUNDAY, MAY 13th Ani DiFranco • Supaman • Bokanté • I Draw Slow "What defines the human spirit? What does it take to become a TRAILBLAZER? […]
The mission of Mountain Sports Festival is to promote and celebrate mountain sports, wellness, and community and to provide opportunities for all ages and abilities to participate. Adventurous competitions in paddling, adventure racing, cycling, running, disc golf, ultimate, climbing, skateboarding and many other events. We will be running demos throughout the festival!
This race is for ALL LEVELS of ability and athleticism! The race will start at the FBO at Hominy Creek Put-In (shuttle provided) and follow the French Broad to the Carrier Park put-in (approximately 1 mile). Want to try the Bellyak first to see how awesome and easy it is? Come find us at the Mountain Sports Festival for […]
Come learn bellyak from the founder and inventor of the sport. These trips are perfect for your first time on whitewater. You will learn the skills needed to successfully navigate your bellyak down Class II whitewater. Info: Classes are taught on the Tuckasegee Gorge in Dillsboro NC. Bellyak, PFD, helmet and webbed gloves are provided. […]
Join us at our favorite local demo spot for fun, bellyak demos, and music! More details: This is it..our first day festival! Live music, local art/craft vendors, flow arts & fire spinners, Instant Karma's Tye-dye bus with roof top stage, special drafts from Upcountry Brewing, a pig roast and much more! The Hills and the […]