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SUMMARY:Hiwassee Blueway Rail to River Fundraiser Paddle Event + Weekend Celebration
DESCRIPTION:This event will sell out! Register now! \nThe Hiwassee Blueway’s annual fundraiser event will be a multimodal recreational experience. Additional donations appreciated to help support the Blueway’s mission: Preservation\, conservation\, economic development\, and responsible tourism for the 55 miles of the four counties that touch the Hiwassee River – Bradley\, Polk\, McMinn and Meigs. \nThe Hiwassee River Blueway is partnering with the Tennessee Valley Railroad\, Hiwassee/Ocoee State Park\, Webb Brothers\, Outshine Adventures\, Tennessee Valley Canoe Club\,  Savannah Oaks Winery and Tennessee Overhill to offer a multimodal paddle event on the Hiwassee River on June 24 along with a weekend full of recreational opportunities for all outdoor enthusiasts. \nDuring this annual fundraiser event\, attendees will enjoy a scenic train ride on the Hiwassee Rail to the put-in and a 5-mile paddle on the Hiwassee River from Reliance to Delano\, TN. Inflatable kayaks are available from Webb Bros and inflatable stand up paddle boards from Outshine Adventures. Paddlers can participate with their own paddle crafts as long as they are rated for Class I whitewater. The main paddle event will end with a catered meal and live music at Savannah Oaks Winery. \nThere are incredible recreational opportunities in the Hiwassee River basin and you’ll be able to try many of them throughout the weekend. From live animal presentations at the State Park\, guided hike to Gee Creek Falls\, Rock Climbing at Starr Mountain\, group bike rides\, train rides\, fly fishing lesson with Trout Unlimited\, wine tasting at Savannah Oaks Winery\, Mennonite Farmers Market\, morning yoga sessions\, freshwater snorkeling and so much more. \nStay the weekend: Group campsite with tent camping at Gee Creek Campground is included in the ticket price! \nAlternate lodging options can be found here and must be booked on your own. We also recommend Hiwassee Acres\, which is not included in the link above. \nPaddler Ticket price includes: Saturday train ride\, paddle event\, paddling equipment from Webb Bros or Outshine Adventures\, dinner and live music at Savannah Oaks Winery\, other recreational activities throughout the weekend (hiking\, biking\, rock climbing\, fly fishing lesson\, animal presentations\, freshwater snorkeling) and tent camping at Gee Creek Campground group campsite. \nNon-paddler ticket includes: Saturday train ride\, dinner and live music at Savannah Oaks Winery on Saturday\, other recreational activities throughout the weekend (hiking\, biking\, rock climbing\, fly fishing lesson\, animal presentations\, freshwater snorkeling) and tent camping at Gee Creek Campground group campsite. \nOther lodging options and activities like Savannah Oaks Winery Visit\, Delano Farmers Market visit or Hiwassee train rides on Friday or Sunday have additional costs. \nItinerary Saturday\, June 24: \n12:30 pm Drop personal boat(s) at Webb Bros. Volunteers will be on hand to monitor gear. \n>> Return to Hiwassee Ocoee State Park to Park \n1:00-1:30 pm Load Train at Gee Creek launch pad. \n>> Train’s run on time so please be on time. \n1:30 pm Train departs Gee Creek launch pad. Enjoy the scenic ride. \n2:00 pm. Disembark and walk to Webb Bros to get outfitted for the paddle. \n2:30 pm Group meets and launches from Webb Bros. Paddle ~5 nautical miles from Reliance to Delano. Takeout at Gee Creek Boat ramp – river right. \n6:00 p.m. Dinner served at Savannah Oaks Winery \n6:00 p.m. Live music by Priscilla and Little Rickee at Savannah Oaks Winery \n9:00 p.m. Band wraps up – make your way to camp \nNeed to rent a kayak or SUP? \nMake your selection at checkout. Rental equipment included in the ticket price. No discount for bringing your own. We want to ensure your paddle craft is suited for Class I whitewater. If you’re unsure about your watercraft\, or you’ve never paddleboarded before\, please select the kayak option from Webb Bros. It’s included in the price and you don’t have to drop and wrangle your own gear! \nWeekend Itinerary: \nFriday\, June 23 group hikes and bike rides leaving from entrance at Hiwassee Ocoee State Park\, Rock Climbing and animal presentations with Hiwassee Ocoee state Park. Visit Savannah Oaks Winery\, Ride the Train ($5 discount for event attendees)\, Visit Delano Farmers Market\, Fly fishing lesson with Trout Unlimited. \nSaturday\, June 24\, morning yoga at Hiwassee Ocoee State Park with Outshine Yoga\, visit the Farmer’s Market\, morning hike to Gee Creek Falls. Fly Fishing lesson with Trout Unlimited. \nSee itinerary above for paddle event. \nSunday\, June 25\, morning yoga at Hiwassee Ocoee State Park with Outshine Yoga\, group hikes\, bike rides and rock climbing\, animal programs at the park\, freshwater snorkeling (must bring own snorkel/wetsuit)\, and fly fishing lesson with Trout Unlimited. Visit Savannah Oaks Winery on your own\, Ride the Train on your own ($5 discount for event attendees). \nThis event is generously sponsored by Tennessee Valley Authority\, Polk County Chamber of Commerce\, America’s Boating Club\, Tennessee Valley Canoe Club\, and supported by Tennessee Valley Railroad\, Hiwassee/Ocoee State Park\, Webb Brothers\, Outshine Adventures\, Rock/Creek\, Starr Mountain Outfitters\, Trout Unlimited\, and Tennessee Overhill. \nWe are growing our sponsor list so if you’re a local business or organization interested in supporting this event\, please contact us!
URL:https://hiwassee.openskyagency.dev/event/hiwassee-blueway-rail-to-river-fundraiser-paddle-event-weekend-celebration/
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