Nature’s Classroom: White Water Rafting with NOC and OTHER NON PROFIT
Great for beginner paddlers, guests will raft five miles of the scenic French Broad River deep in Pisgah National Forest. NOC professionally trained guides will navigate you through splashy Class II and III rapids with swift-moving channels and boulders.
Attendees will learn about the history of the river, the recovery of Hurricane Helene, and more. Your group will stop to enjoy a riverside lunch before continuing downriver through fun rapids and splashes!
Accessibility: The NOC team is committed to providing an experience that is accessible to as many guests as possible. If you have any questions or accessibility needs, please email Kati at kati.hagedorn@tourismcares.org so we can coordinate with the NOC team to support the best possible experience.
How to Prepare:
What to Wear + Bring:
Dress in clothes that can get wet. Don’t forget a towel, dry clothes and shoes for after your trip. There are changing rooms available.
Wear shoes that will stay securely on your feet, with back heel straps (flip flops are not allowed).
In cooler weather, avoid wearing heavy cottons; wear synthetics instead. Wool socks are also recommended.
Water bottle, sunscreen, sunglasses with a strap.
What’s Included:
Helmets, PFDs / Life Jackets, and all equipment will be provided.
wetsuits and splash tops available if weather or air temperatures warrant them.
A deli-style lunch will be served riverside.
Pre-Trip safety talk.
Trained Guides.
*Please leave all personal belongings on the bus, they will be secured and available at the take out.
Requirements: Participants must be 8+ years of age. All minors (17 and under) must be accompanied by a participating adult during the activity.