Events

Apr 06 2024

Long Boat Attainments & Braves Game

***This event requires a $50 deposit that will be refunded back to you after participation. If you register and later cannot attend, please contact the Treasurer, BG Smith, at Treasurer@tvccpaddler.com before the end of registration so your refund can be processed. If you do not cancel your registration and do not attend, you will forfeit your refund. To learn more, go here: TVCC Refund Policy. In the past, people have donated their deposit because they were very happy with the program. Donations are always appreciated and are never expected.

 

WHAT: LONG BOAT CLINIC AND BASEBALL

WHERE: METRO HOOCH, ATLANTA, GA

DATE: APRIL 6, 2024

TIME: 1:00PM

TRIP LEADER: CARL SCHOONOVER

EMAIL: TRAINING@TVCCPADDLER.COM

COST: $50/PERSON

REGISTRATION DATES: MARCH 1-MARCH 30

CAPACITY: 10 PARTICIPANTS

INFO: Are you relatively new to paddling a long boat? Do you want to practice attainments? Then come on out to the Metro Hooch to work on paddling upstream. The Metro Hooch is a class I-II section of the Chattahoochee River that goes through approximately 2.75 miles of Atlanta. This will be a good clinic to work on your power, strength, endurance, river reading, river running, and technique. It's a good step up to working on attainments on the Hiwassee. You must have a long boat and a reliable combat roll. We will meet at the Paces Mill Boat Ramp. Click on the link for location. Meet-up time is at 1:00pm. There is a $5/vehicle fee because it's in a national park.

Afterward, we will go to Truist Park to watch the Atlanta Braves take on the Arizona Diamondbacks. First pitch is at 7:20pm. Logistics for parking are still being worked on. YOU MUST PARTICIPATE IN THE CLINIC IN ORDER TO GET YOUR TICKET! TICKETS PROVIDED BY THE CLUB ARE FOR PARTICIPANTS ONLY! If you wish to bring a plus one, they must purchase their own ticket. 

 

If you are having trouble registering for this event and the session has not reached capacity, click on the drop-down menu in the upper right corner immediately after logging into your account and click on "Upcoming Events". All attending participants must have an active membership. This is mandatory for insurance reasons. 

This event is free to all TVCC members in good standing. This will NOT be open for One Time Guests. If you are new to TVCC, we would love for you to join us at this event. Please join or renew your membership. Joining is quick and easy, and is only $20 for an individual and $25 for a family membership. You can join by clicking here. 

 

May 10 2024

ACE Clinic-Intro to Creeking

This event requires a $50 deposit that will be refunded to you after participation. If you register and later cannot attend, please contact the Treasurer, BG Smith, at Treasurer@tvccpaddler.com before the end of registration so your refund can be processed. If you do not cancel your registration and do not attend, you will forfeit your refund.  To learn more, go here: TVCC Refund Policy. In the past, people have donated their deposit because they were very happy with the program. Donations are always appreciated and are never expected.

 

If you are having trouble registering for this event and the class has not reached capacity, click on the drop-down menu in the upper right corner immediately after logging into your account and click on "Upcoming Events". All attending participants must have an active membership. This is mandatory for insurance reasons.

 

What: Ace Clinic-Intro to Creeking

Where: Cartecay River

Date: May 10, 2024

Time: 3:00pm

Cost: $50/person (refundable after completion of clinic)

Registration Dates: April 13 (8:00am)-May 6 (midnight)

Class Size: 6 participants (others will be waitlisted)

Contact: Joe Gudger at joseph@acekayaking.com or Carl Schoonover at training@tvccpaddler.com

 

Other Info: ACE Kayaking, the premier kayaking school in the Southeast, is offering several group clinics exclusively for TVCC members this season. The first clinic is an introduction to creeking. This is a class designed for beginners. This is a great opportunity to learn proper technique and good habits before Paddle School. The class will be taught on the Cartecay River by Joe Gudger. You must be a TVCC member in order to attend. Meet at the parking lot at Cartecay River Experience-River Left (aka Woody's) at 3:00pm. Link to location Cartecay River Experience - River Left. If you are coming from west of the river, the GPS will tell you to turn right on Lower Cartecay Rd from Hwy 52. You cannot turn here because the bridge is closed. You must continue straight on Hwy 52 for 3.3 miles, then turn right on Aaron Rd (there is a school on your right). Turn right at the end of Aaron Rd onto Lower Cartecay Rd. Go straight for a mile and Woody's will be on your left. You must register online. Contacting a board member or ACE Kayaking will not count as registering for the event. 

 

This event is free to all TVCC membership in good standing. This will NOT be open for One Time Guests. If you are new to TVCC then we would love for you to join us on this event. Please join our club or renew your membership. Joining is quick and easy and only $20 for individual and $25 for a family membership. You can join by clicking here.

Jun 08 2024

Whitewater Training Trip #1-Hiwassee (Apalachia Powerhouse to Bridge at Reliance)

If you are having trouble registering for this event and the class has not reached capacity, click on the drop-down menu in the upper right corner immediately after logging into your account and click on "Upcoming Events". All attending participants must have an active membership. This is mandatory for insurance reasons.

 

This event is part of the summer training series after Paddle School. The training series is designed for beginner paddlers to practice and develop their skills to eventually run the Ocoee by the end of the season. They differ from Paddle School in that though no formal instruction takes place, the trips will have a trip leader and sufficient support boaters to assist in skills development. We will have fun, but this is not designed to be just a social gathering. We will work the river, not just cruise down it. You must be a TVCC member in order to attend, or you may register as a one time guest. Direct all questions to the trip leader or the training officer (training@tvccpaddler.com).

 

What: Whitewater Training Trip #1

Where: Hiwassee River

Date: June 8, 2024

Time: 11:00am

Registration Dates: June 3-7

Class Size: 20 participants (others will be waitlisted)

Trip Leader: Chad Schenk (chadwickschenk@hotmail.com)

 

Other Info: We will meet at the parking lot by the takeout at Hiwassee Outfitters at 11:00am. Link to location Hiwassee Outfitters. Please be on time because we will have a safety briefing. From there we will set up shuttle. Keep in mind that parking is $3/vehicle at the put in. Please contact Chad Schenk at chadwickschenk@hotmail.com to let him know you are coming by Wednesday before the trip.

 

This event is free to all TVCC membership in good standing and one time guests! If you are new to the TVCC then we would love for you to join us on this event. Please join our club or renew your membership. Joining is quick and easy and only $20 for individual and $25 for a family membership. You can join by clicking here.

Jun 09 2024

Whitewater Training Trip #2-Cartecay (Woody's to Blackberry Falls)

If you are having trouble registering for this event and the class has not reached capacity, click on the drop-down menu in the upper right corner immediately after logging into your account and click on "Upcoming Events". All attending participants must have an active membership. This is mandatory for insurance reasons.

 

This event is part of the summer training series after Paddle School. The training series is designed for beginner paddlers to practice and develop their skills to eventually run the Ocoee by the end of the season. They differ from Paddle School in that though no formal instruction takes place, the trips will have a trip leader and sufficient support boaters to assist in skills development. We will have fun, but this is not designed to be just a social gathering. We will work the river, not just cruise down it. You must be a TVCC member in order to attend, or you may register as a one time guest. Direct all questions to the trip leader or the training officer (training@tvccpaddler.com).

 

What: Whitewater Training Trip #2

Where: Cartecay River

Date: June 9, 2024

Time: 12:00pm

Registration Dates: June 3-8

Class Size: 20 participants (others will be waitlisted)

Trip Leader: Chad Schenk (chadwickschenk@hotmail.com)

 

Other Info: We will meet at the parking lot at Cartecay River Experience-River Left (aka Woody's) at 12:00pm. Link to location Cartecay River Experience-River Left. If you are not coming from east of the river, the GPS will tell you to turn right on Lower Cartecay Rd from Hwy 52. You cannot turn here because the bridge is closed. You must continue straight on Hwy 52 for 3.3 miles, then turn right on Aaron Rd (there is a school on your right). Turn right at the end of Aaron Rd onto Lower Cartecay Rd. Go straight for a mile and Woody's will be on your left. Please be on time because we will have a safety briefing. We must use their shuttle on the weekends during the summer. The shuttle cost is $7 cash, $10 credit/debit card. Please contact Chad Schenk at chadwickschenk@hotmail.com to let him know you are coming by Thrusday before the trip. This trip is water level dependent and the location may change.

 

This event is free to all TVCC membership in good standing and one time guests! If you are new to the TVCC then we would love for you to join us on this event. Please join our club or renew your membership. Joining is quick and easy and only $20 for individual and $25 for a family membership. You can join by clicking here.

 

Jun 15 2024

Whitewater Training Trip #3-Hiwassee (Apalachia Powerhouse to Bridge at Reliance)

If you are having trouble registering for this event and the class has not reached capacity, click on the drop-down menu in the upper right corner immediately after logging into your account and click on "Upcoming Events". All attending participants must have an active membership. This is mandatory for insurance reasons.

 

This event is part of the summer training series after Paddle School. The training series is designed for beginner paddlers to practice and develop their skills to eventually run the Ocoee by the end of the season. They differ from Paddle School in that though no formal instruction takes place, the trips will have a trip leader and sufficient support boaters to assist in skills development. We will have fun, but this is not designed to be just a social gathering. We will work the river, not just cruise down it. You must be a TVCC member in order to attend, or you may register as a one time guest. Direct all questions to the trip leader or the training officer (training@tvccpaddler.com).

 

What: Whitewater Training Trip #3

Where: Hiwassee River

Date: June 15, 2024

Time: 11:00am

Registration Dates: June 10-14

Class Size: 20 participants (others will be waitlisted)

Trip Leader: Keith Quarles (keith.quarles256@icloud.com)

 

Other Info: We will meet at the parking lot by the takeout at Hiwassee Outfitters at 11:00am. Link to location Hiwassee Outfitters. Please be on time because we will have a safety briefing. From there we will set up shuttle. Keep in mind that parking is $3/vehicle at the put in. Please contact Keith Quarles at keith.quarles256@icloud.com to let him know you are coming by Wednesday before the trip.

 

This event is free to all TVCC membership in good standing and one time guests! If you are new to the TVCC then we would love for you to join us on this event. Please join our club or renew your membership. Joining is quick and easy and only $20 for individual and $25 for a family membership. You can join by clicking here.

Jun 16 2024

Whitewater Training Trip #4-Cartecay (Woody's to Blackberry Falls)

If you are having trouble registering for this event and the class has not reached capacity, click on the drop-down menu in the upper right corner immediately after logging into your account and click on "Upcoming Events". All attending participants must have an active membership. This is mandatory for insurance reasons.

 

This event is part of the summer training series after Paddle School. The training series is designed for beginner paddlers to practice and develop their skills to eventually run the Ocoee by the end of the season. They differ from Paddle School in that though no formal instruction takes place, the trips will have a trip leader and sufficient support boaters to assist in skills development. We will have fun, but this is not designed to be just a social gathering. We will work the river, not just cruise down it. You must be a TVCC member in order to attend, or you may register as a one time guest. Direct all questions to the trip leader or the training officer (training@tvccpaddler.com).

 

What: Whitewater Training Trip #4

Where: Cartecay River

Date: June 16, 2024

Time: 12:00pm

Registration Dates: June 10-15

Class Size: 20 participants (others will be waitlisted)

Trip Leader: Kevin Trammell (trammell.kevin.r@gmail.com)

 

Other Info: We will meet at the parking lot at Cartecay River Experience-River Left (aka Woody's) at 12:00pm. Link to location Cartecay River Experience-River Left. If you are not coming from east of the river, the GPS will tell you to turn right on Lower Cartecay Rd from Hwy 52. You cannot turn here because the bridge is closed. You must continue straight on Hwy 52 for 3.3 miles, then turn right on Aaron Rd (there is a school on your right). Turn right at the end of Aaron Rd onto Lower Cartecay Rd. Go straight for a mile and Woody's will be on your left. Please be on time because we will have a safety briefing. We must use their shuttle on the weekends during the summer. The shuttle cost is $7 cash, $10 credit/debit card. Please contact Kevin Trammell at trammell.kevin.r@gmail.com to let him know you are coming by Thursday before the trip. This trip is water level dependent and the location may change.

 

This event is free to all TVCC membership in good standing and one time guests! If you are new to the TVCC then we would love for you to join us on this event. Please join our club or renew your membership. Joining is quick and easy and only $20 for individual and $25 for a family membership. You can join by clicking here.

 

Jun 22 2024

Whitewater Training Trip #5-Combat Roll Clinic (Hiwassee)

If you are having trouble registering for this event and the class has not reached capacity, click on the drop-down menu in the upper right corner immediately after logging into your account and click on "Upcoming Events". All attending participants must have an active membership. This is mandatory for insurance reasons.

 

This event is part of the summer training series after Paddle School. The training series is designed for beginner paddlers to practice and develop their skills to eventually run the Ocoee by the end of the season. They differ from Paddle School in that though no formal instruction takes place, the trips will have a trip leader and sufficient support boaters to assist in skills development. We will have fun, but this is not designed to be just a social gathering. We will work the river, not just cruise down it. You must be a TVCC member in order to attend, or you may register as a one time guest. Direct all questions to the trip leader or the training officer (training@tvccpaddler.com).

 

What: Whitewater Training Trip #5

Where: Hiwassee River

Date: June 22, 2024

Time: 11:00am

Registration Dates: June 17-21

Class Size: 20 participants (others will be waitlisted)

Trip Leader: Nick Barlow (nick.barlow@outlook.com)

 

Other Info: This will be a clinic focused solely on the combat roll. Hopefully you have a flatwater roll by now, and maybe you have tried a couple of combat rolls, but have been unsuccessful. This clinic is specifically designed to help you with your roll in moving water. We will practice on the Hiwassee River. We will meet at the parking lot by the takeout at Hiwassee Outfitters at 11:00am. Link to location Hiwassee Outfitters. Please be on time because we will have a safety briefing. From there we will set up shuttle. Keep in mind that parking is $3/vehicle at the put in. Please contact Nick Barlow at nick.barlow@outlook.com to let him know you are coming by Wednesday before the trip.

 

This event is free to all TVCC membership in good standing and one time guests! If you are new to the TVCC then we would love for you to join us on this event. Please join our club or renew your membership. Joining is quick and easy and only $20 for individual and $25 for a family membership. You can join by clicking here.

Jun 23 2024

Whitewater Training Trip #6-Nantahala (Patton's Run to NOC)

If you are having trouble registering for this event and the class has not reached capacity, click on the drop-down menu in the upper right corner immediately after logging into your account and click on "Upcoming Events". All attending participants must have an active membership. This is mandatory for insurance reasons.

 

This event is part of the summer training series after Paddle School. The training series is designed for beginner paddlers to practice and develop their skills to eventually run the Ocoee by the end of the season. They differ from Paddle School in that though no formal instruction takes place, the trips will have a trip leader and sufficient support boaters to assist in skills development. We will have fun, but this is not designed to be just a social gathering. We will work the river, not just cruise down it. You must be a TVCC member in order to attend, or you may register as a one time guest. Direct all questions to the trip leader or the training officer (training@tvccpaddler.com).

 

What: Whitewater Training Trip #6

Where: Nantahala River

Date: June 23, 2024

Time: 11:00am

Registration Dates: June 17-22

Class Size: 20 participants (others will be waitlisted)

Trip Leader: Nick Barlow (nick.barlow@outlook.com)

 

Other Info: We will meet at the parking lot behind the Nantahala Outdoor Center at 11:00am. Link to location Nantahala Outdoor Center. Please be on time because we will have a safety briefing. You must have a river pass. If you do not have one, you can buy one at the NOC. $2 for a day pass, $10 for a season pass. From there we will set up shuttle. Please contact Nick Barlow at nick.barlow@outlook.com to let him know you are coming by Thursday before the trip.

 

***In order to attend the Lesser Wesser Messer on August 3, you must attend at least 2 out of the 4 Nantahala training trips.

 

This event is free to all TVCC membership in good standing and one time guests! If you are new to the TVCC then we would love for you to join us on this event. Please join our club or renew your membership. Joining is quick and easy and only $20 for individual and $25 for a family membership. You can join by clicking here.

Jun 29 2024

Whitewater Training Trip #7-Nantahala (Patton's Run to NOC)

If you are having trouble registering for this event and the class has not reached capacity, click on the drop-down menu in the upper right corner immediately after logging into your account and click on "Upcoming Events". All attending participants must have an active membership. This is mandatory for insurance reasons.

 

This event is part of the summer training series after Paddle School. The training series is designed for beginner paddlers to practice and develop their skills to eventually run the Ocoee by the end of the season. They differ from Paddle School in that though no formal instruction takes place, the trips will have a trip leader and sufficient support boaters to assist in skills development. We will have fun, but this is not designed to be just a social gathering. We will work the river, not just cruise down it. You must be a TVCC member in order to attend, or you may register as a one time guest. Direct all questions to the trip leader or the training officer (training@tvccpaddler.com).

 

What: Whitewater Training Trip #7

Where: Nantahala River

Date: June 29, 2024

Time: 11:00am

Registration Dates: June 24-28

Class Size: 20 participants (others will be waitlisted)

Trip Leader: Joshua Harrison (harrison.joshua2001@gmail.com)

 

Other Info: We will meet at the parking lot behind the Nantahala Outdoor Center at 11:00am. Link to location Nantahala Outdoor Center. Please be on time because we will have a safety briefing. You must have a river pass. If you do not have one, you can buy one at the NOC. $2 for a day pass, $10 for a season pass. From there we will set up shuttle. Please contact Joshua Harrison at harrison.joshua2001@gmail.com to let him know you are coming by Wednesday before the trip.

 

***In order to attend the Lesser Wesser Messer on August 3, you must attend at least 2 out of the 4 Nantahala training trips.

 

This event is free to all TVCC membership in good standing and one time guests! If you are new to the TVCC then we would love for you to join us on this event. Please join our club or renew your membership. Joining is quick and easy and only $20 for individual and $25 for a family membership. You can join by clicking here.

Jul 13 2024

Whitewater Training Trip #8-Nantahala (Patton's Run to NOC)

If you are having trouble registering for this event and the class has not reached capacity, click on the drop-down menu in the upper right corner immediately after logging into your account and click on "Upcoming Events". All attending participants must have an active membership. This is mandatory for insurance reasons.

 

This event is part of the summer training series after Paddle School. The training series is designed for beginner paddlers to practice and develop their skills to eventually run the Ocoee by the end of the season. They differ from Paddle School in that though no formal instruction takes place, the trips will have a trip leader and sufficient support boaters to assist in skills development. We will have fun, but this is not designed to be just a social gathering. We will work the river, not just cruise down it. You must be a TVCC member in order to attend, or you may register as a one time guest. Direct all questions to the trip leader or the training officer (training@tvccpaddler.com).

 

What: Whitewater Training Trip #8

Where: Nantahala River

Date: July 13, 2024

Time: 11:00am

Registration Dates: July 8-12

Class Size: 20 participants (others will be waitlisted)

Trip Leader: Carl Schoonover (training@tvccpaddler.com)

 

Other Info: We will meet at the Nantahala River put in parking lot at 11:00am. Link to location Nantahala River Launch Site. Please be on time because we will have a safety briefing. You must have a river pass. If you do not have one, you can buy one at Nantahala Rafting with Fast Rivers (on the right just before the put in). $2 for a day pass, $10 for a season pass. From there we will set up shuttle. Please contact Carl Schoonover at training@tvccpaddler.com to let him know you are coming by Wednesday before the trip.

 

***In order to attend the Lesser Wesser Messer on August 3, you must attend at least 2 out of the 4 Nantahala training trips.

 

This event is free to all TVCC membership in good standing and one time guests! If you are new to the TVCC then we would love for you to join us on this event. Please join our club or renew your membership. Joining is quick and easy and only $20 for individual and $25 for a family membership. You can join by clicking here.

Jul 14 2024

Playboat Clinic

***This event requires a $50 deposit that will be refunded back to you after participation. If you register and later cannot attend, please contact the Treasurer, BG Smith, at Treasurer@tvccpaddler.com before the end of registration so your refund can be processed. If you do not cancel your registration and do not attend, you will forfeit your refund. To learn more, go here: TVCC Refund Policy. In the past, people have donated their deposit because they were very happy with the program. Donations are always appreciated, and are never expected.

 

If you are having trouble registering for this event and the class has not reached capacity, click on the drop-down menu in the upper right corner immediately after logging into your account and click on "Upcoming Events". All attending participants must have an active membership. This is mandatory for insurance reasons.

 

What: Playboat Clinic

Where: Ocoee River 

Date: July 14, 2024

Time: 10:00am

Cost: $50/person (refundable after completion of clinic)

Registration Dates: June 16 (8:00am)-July 10 (midnight)

Class Size: 6 participants (others will be waitlisted)

Contact: Bennett Smith at bennettrsmith@gmail.com or Carl Schoonover at training@tvccpaddler.com

 

Other Info: Bennett Smith is kindly offering his time to teach a playboat clinic exclusively for TVCC members this season. Bennett is an accomplished playboater who has participated in the freestyle world championships. This class is for intermediate/advanced paddlers with a playboat. You will learn about the fundamentals and tricks used in park and play. This class will be on the middle Ocoee. You must be a TVCC member in order to attend. Meet at the private boater takeout at 10:00am. Link to location Big Creek Access - Ocoee Private Boater Takeout. Contact the training officer, Carl Schoonover, at training@tvccpaddler.com if you have any questions. You must register online. Contacting a board member or Bennett Smith directly will not count as registering for the event. 

 

This event is free to all TVCC membership in good standing. This will NOT be open for One Time Guests. If you are new to TVCC then we would love for you to join us on this event. Please join our club or renew your membership. Joining is quick and easy and only $20 for individual and $25 for a family membership. You can join by clicking here.

Jul 20 2024

Whitewater Training Trip #9-Nantahala (Patton's Run to NOC)

If you are having trouble registering for this event and the class has not reached capacity, click on the drop-down menu in the upper right corner immediately after logging into your account and click on "Upcoming Events". All attending participants must have an active membership. This is mandatory for insurance reasons.

 

This event is part of the summer training series after Paddle School. The training series is designed for beginner paddlers to practice and develop their skills to eventually run the Ocoee by the end of the season. They differ from Paddle School in that though no formal instruction takes place, the trips will have a trip leader and sufficient support boaters to assist in skills development. We will have fun, but this is not designed to be just a social gathering. We will work the river, not just cruise down it. You must be a TVCC member in order to attend, or you may register as a one time guest. Direct all questions to the trip leader or the training officer (training@tvccpaddler.com).

 

What: Whitewater Training Trip #9

Where: Nantahala River

Date: July 20, 2024

Time: 11:00am

Registration Dates: July 15-19

Class Size: 20 participants (others will be waitlisted)

Trip Leader: Keith Quarles (keith.quarles256@icloud.com)

 

Other Info: We will meet at the Nantahala River put in parking lot at 11:00am. Link to location Nantahala River Launch Site. Please be on time because we will have a safety briefing. You must have a river pass. If you do not have one, you can buy one at Nantahala Rafting with Fast Rivers (on the right just before the put in). $2 for a day pass, $10 for a season pass. From there we will set up shuttle. Please contact Keith Quarles at keith.quarles256@icloud.com to let him know you are coming by Wednesday before the trip.

 

***In order to attend the Lesser Wesser Messer on August 3, you must attend at least 2 out of the 4 Nantahala training trips.

 

This event is free to all TVCC membership in good standing and one time guests! If you are new to the TVCC then we would love for you to join us on this event. Please join our club or renew your membership. Joining is quick and easy and only $20 for individual and $25 for a family membership. You can join by clicking here.

Jul 21 2024

Ace Clinic-Slicey Boat Downriver Play

***This event requires a $50 deposit that will be refunded back to you after participation. If you register and later cannot attend, please contact the Treasurer, BG Smith, at Treasurer@tvccpaddler.com before the end of registration so your refund can be processed. If you do not cancel your registration and do not attend, you will forfeit your refund. To learn more, go here: TVCC Refund Policy. In the past, people have donated their deposit because they were very happy with the program. Donations are always appreciated, and are never expected.

 

If you are having trouble registering for this event and the class has not reached capacity, click on the drop-down menu in the upper right corner immediately after logging into your account and click on "Upcoming Events". All attending participants must have an active membership. This is mandatory for insurance reasons.

 

What: Slicey Boat Clinic

Where: Ocoee River 

Date: July 21, 2024

Time: 10:00am

Cost: $50/person (refundable after completion of clinic)

Registration Dates: June 16 (8:00am)-July 17 (midnight)

Class Size: 6 participants (others will be waitlisted)

Contact: Joe Gudger at joseph@acekayaking.com or Carl Schoonover at training@tvccpaddler.com

 

Other Info: ACE Kayaking, the premier kayaking school in the Southeast, is offering several group clinics exclusively for TVCC members this season. The next clinic will be a slicey boat clinic. This class is for intermediate/advanced paddlers with a full slice or a playboat. You will learn about lean cleans, stern squirts, stalls, splats, double pumps, and more. This class will be taught by Joe Gudger on the middle Ocoee. You must be a TVCC member in order to attend. Meet at the private boater takeout at 10:00am. Link to location Big Creek Access - Ocoee Private Boater Takeout. Contact the training officer, Carl Schoonover, at training@tvccpaddler.com if you have any questions. You must register online. Contacting a board member or ACE Kayaking will not count as registering for the event. 

 

This event is free to all TVCC membership in good standing. This will NOT be open for One Time Guests. If you are new to TVCC then we would love for you to join us on this event. Please join our club or renew your membership. Joining is quick and easy and only $20 for individual and $25 for a family membership. You can join by clicking here.

Jul 27 2024

Rescue Rodeo 2024

THIS REGISTRATION IS FOR STUDENTS ONLY! IF YOU WISH TO VOLUNTEER, PLEASE REGISTER ON THE VOLUNTEERS PAGE.

 

If you are having trouble registering for this event and the class has not reached capacity, click on the drop-down menu in the upper right corner immediately after logging into your account and click on "Upcoming Events". All attending participants must have an active membership. This is mandatory for insurance reasons.

 

***This event requires a $50 deposit that will be refunded back to you after participation. If you register and later cannot attend, please contact the Treasurer, BG Smith, at Treasurer@tvccpaddler.com before the end of registration so your refund can be processed. If you do not cancel your registration and do not attend, you will forfeit your refund. To learn more, go here: TVCC Refund Policy. In the past, people have donated their deposit because they were very happy with the program. Donations are always appreciated, and are never expected.

 

What: Rescue Rodeo

Where: Hiwassee Outfitters

Date: July 27, 2024

Time: 8:00am-7:00pm

Registration Dates: July 1(8:00am)-July 23(midnight)

Class Size: 32 participants (others will be waitlisted)

Contact: Robert Theurer (tellicorob@gmail.com) or Carl Schoonover (training@tvccpaddler.com)

 

Other Info: Want to know how to help rescue a friend, but you don't know how? Or do you know how to self-rescue? Then join our Rescue Rodeo! This class is designed to give the beginner kayaker basic river rescue skills to make whitewater trips safer and more fun.  You will learn whitewater safety philosophy, equipment, how to re-enter a swamped boat, how to tow swimmers using your boat, equipment recovery techniques, how to swim in whitewater, and much more. This is a river rescue skills course the club has designed for new boaters. This is not a regular whitewater training trip.  We will be running the Hiwassee River. You need to have the required skills and equipment. This is an all day course. The class will run from 8:00am-7:00pm EST. Check in will be from 8:00am-8:30am EST. The morning portion will be land based instruction at Hiwassee Outfitters starting at 8:30am. Link to location Hiwassee Outfitters.You will be on the water all afternoon.  After the class is over, we will have dinner. Catering will be provided for everyone, so there will be no need to provide your own dinner. The club has reserved camping sites, and camping will be free for participants and volunteers.  Please contact Robert Theurer at tellicorob@gmail.com if you have any questions.

 

Required gear: 

• Paddle gear: Boat, paddle, spray skirt, PFD, and whitewater helmet. 

• Clothing: Dress for the swim. You will be swimming on the Hiwassee, which is cold. You will have an opportunity to change into your paddling clothes after we finish our morning classroom activities. 

• Food: Bring your lunch and enough water for a full day on and off the river. 

• Other: Chair, sunscreen, bug spray. 

 

PREREQUISITE SKILLS: 

• Students MUST know how to swim

• Students MUST be able to perform a wet exit without assistance

• Students MUST be able to paddle class I-II whitewater (Hiwassee)

 

***DRUG AND ALCOHOL USE WILL NOT BE PERMITTED BEFORE OR DURING ON-WATER ACTIVITIES!***

***PREREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. NO WALK ONS WILL BE ALLOWED***

***REGISTRATION: YOU MUST REGISTER ONLINE FOR THIS EVENT.***

This event is free to all TVCC members in good standing. This will NOT be open for One Time Guests. If you are new to TVCC then we would love for you to join us on this event. Please join our club or renew your membership. Joining is quick and easy, and only $20 for individual and $25 for a family membership. You can join by clicking here.

Jul 27 2024

Rescue Rodeo 2024 VOLUNTEERS

THIS IS FOR VOLUNTEERS ONLY! IF YOU WISH TO SIGN UP AS A STUDENT, PLEASE GO TO THE RESCUE RODEO 2024 EVENT! NO EXCEPTIONS!

 

If you are having trouble registering for this event and the class has not reached capacity, click on the drop-down menu in the upper right corner immediately after logging into your account and click on "Upcoming Events". All attending participants must have an active membership. This is mandatory for insurance reasons.

 

 

What: Rescue Rodeo

Where: Hiwassee Outfitters

Date: July 27, 2024

Time: Event starts at 8:30am, but volunteers will be told when they need to arrive.

Registration Dates: Opens July 1

Contact: Robert Theurer (tellicorob@gmail.com) or Carl Schoonover (training@tvccpaddler.com)

 

Other Info: Paddle School was a great success, and the training trips have already started. This means that Rescue Rodeo is just around the corner. We need group leaders, support boaters, instructors, and logistic support to make this happen. We will be on the Hiwassee River. 

 

Required gear: 

• Paddle gear: Boat, paddle, spray skirt, PFD, and whitewater helmet. 

• Clothing: Dress for the swim. You will be swimming on the Hiwassee, which is cold. You will have an opportunity to change into your paddling clothes after we finish our morning classroom activities. 

• Food: Bring your lunch and enough water for a full day on and off the river. 

• Other: Chair, sunscreen, bug spray.

 

***DRUG AND ALCOHOL USE WILL NOT BE PERMITTED BEFORE OR DURING ON-WATER ACTIVITIES!***

The location for this year's class will be at Hiwassee Outfitters. The river portion will take place on the Hiwassee River. Link to location Hiwassee Outfitters. The class will run from 8:00am-7:00pm EST. Sign in will be from 8:00am-8:30am EST. After the class is over, we will have dinner. Catering will be provided for everyone, so there will be no need to provide food. The club has reserved camping sites, and camping will be free for participants and volunteers. 

 

REGISTRATION: YOU MUST REGISTER ONLINE FOR THIS EVENT

 

This event is free to all TVCC members in good standing! If you are new to the TVCC then we would love for you to join us on this event. Please join our club or renew your membership. Joining is quick and easy, and only $20 for individual and $25 for a family membership. You can join by clicking here.

Aug 03 2024

Whitewater Training Trip #10-Lesser Wesser Messer (Nantahala Falls)

If you are having trouble registering for this event and the class has not reached capacity, click on the drop-down menu in the upper right corner immediately after logging into your account and click on "Upcoming Events". All attending participants must have an active membership. This is mandatory for insurance reasons.

 

This event is part of the summer training series after Paddle School. The training series is designed for beginner paddlers to practice and develop their skills to eventually run the Ocoee by the end of the season. They differ from Paddle School in that though no formal instruction takes place, the trips will have a trip leader and sufficient support boaters to assist in skills development. We will have fun, but this is not designed to be just a social gathering. We will work the river, not just cruise down it. You must be a TVCC member in order to attend, or you may register as a one time guest. Direct all questions to the trip leader or the training officer (training@tvccpaddler.com).

 

What: Whitewater Training Trip #10

Where: Nantahala Falls

Date: August 3, 2024

Time: 11:00am

Registration Dates: July 29-August 2

Class Size: 20 participants (others will be waitlisted)

Trip Leader: Katey Neuffer (ikneuffer@gmail.com)

 

Other Info: Want to work on catching eddies? Or are you still intimidated by the Nantahala Falls? Then come out to the Lesser Wesser Messer. For this event, we will work solely on Lesser Wesser (more commonly referred to as Nantahala Falls). We will practice working this rapid to build confidence. This trip will focus on catching as many eddies as possible, and running different lines. You must have attended at least 2 of the 4 previous Nantahala trips in order to attend this one. We will meet at the NOC at 11:00am. Link to location Nantahala Outdoor Center. Please be on time because we will have a safety briefing. You must have a river pass. If you do not have one, you can buy one at the NOC. $2 for a day pass, $10 for a season pass. Please contact Katey Neuffer at ikneuffer@gmail.com to let her know you are coming by Wednesday before the trip. 

 

 

This event is free to all TVCC membership in good standing and one time guests! If you are new to the TVCC then we would love for you to join us on this event. Please join our club or renew your membership. Joining is quick and easy and only $20 for individual and $25 for a family membership. You can join by clicking here.

 

 

Aug 04 2024

Ace Clinic-Longboat

This event requires a $50 deposit that will be refunded to you after participation. If you register and later cannot attend, please contact the Treasurer, BG Smith, at Treasurer@tvccpaddler.com before the end of registration so your refund can be processed. If you do not cancel your registration and do not attend, you will forfeit your refund. To learn more, go here: TVCC Refund Policy. In the past, people have donated their deposit because they were very happy with the program. Donations are always appreciated and are never expected.

 

If you are having trouble registering for this event and the class has not reached capacity, click on the drop-down menu in the upper right corner immediately after logging into your account and click on "Upcoming Events". All attending participants must have an active membership. This is mandatory for insurance reasons.

 

What: Longboat Clinic

Where: Ocoee River

Date: August 4, 2024

Time: 10:00am

Cost: $50/person (refundable after participation in clinic)

Registration Dates: July 17 (8:00am)-July 31 (midnight)

Class Size: 6 participants (others will be waitlisted)

Contact: Joe Gudger at joseph@acekayaking.com or Carl Schoonover at training@tvccpaddler.com

 

Other Info: ACE Kayaking, the premier kayaking school in the Southeast, is offering several group clinics exclusively for TVCC members this season. The next clinic is a longboat clinic. This is a class designed for intermediate/advanced paddlers with a longboat (12 feet in length). The class will be taught on the Ocoee River by Joe Gudger. You must be a TVCC member in order to attend. Meet at the private boater takeout at 10:00am. Link to location Big Creek Access - Ocoee Private Boater Takeout. Contact the training officer, Carl Schoonover, at training@tvccpaddler.com if you have any questions. You must register online. Contacting a board member or ACE Kayaking will not count as registering for the event.

 

This event is free to all TVCC membership in good standing. This will NOT be open for One Time Guests. If you are new to TVCC then we would love for you to join us on this event. Please join our club or renew your membership. Joining is quick and easy and only $20 for individual and $25 for a family membership. You can join by clicking here.

Aug 10 2024

Whitewater Training Trip #11-Pigeon River

THIS TRIP HAS BEEN RELOCATED TO THE PIGEON RIVER. WE WILL MEET AT THE TAKEOUT AT 11:00AM. LINK TO LOCATION https://maps.app.goo.gl/7oTmUQhJoQcqQNKo9?g_st=ac

 

If you are having trouble registering for this event and the class has not reached capacity, click on the drop-down menu in the upper right corner immediately after logging into your account and click on "Upcoming Events". All attending participants must have an active membership. This is mandatory for insurance reasons.

 

This event is part of the summer training series after Paddle School. The training series is designed for beginner paddlers to practice and develop their skills to eventually run the Ocoee by the end of the season. They differ from Paddle School in that though no formal instruction takes place, the trips will have a trip leader and sufficient support boaters to assist in skills development. We will have fun, but this is not designed to be just a social gathering. We will work the river, not just cruise down it. You must be a TVCC member in order to attend, or you may register as a one time guest. Direct all questions to the trip leader or the training officer (training@tvccpaddler.com).

 

What: Whitewater Training Trip #11

Where: Chattooga River

Date: August 10, 2024

Time: 11:00am

Registration Dates: August 5-9

Class Size: 20 participants (others will be waitlisted)

Trip Leader: Carl Schoonover (training@tvccpaddler.com)

 

Other Info: We will meet at the parking lot at Bull Sluice rapid at 11:00am. Link to location Kayaking / Rafting Put-in on Section IV of the Chattooga River. Please be on time because we will have a safety briefing. From there we will set shuttle. Please contact Carl Schoonover at training@tvccpaddler.com to let him know you are coming by Wednesday before the trip. This trip is water level dependent and the location may change.

 

 

This event is free to all TVCC membership in good standing and one time guests! If you are new to the TVCC then we would love for you to join us on this event. Please join our club or renew your membership. Joining is quick and easy and only $20 for individual and $25 for a family membership. You can join by clicking here.

Aug 17 2024

Whitewater Training Trip #12-Pigeon (Power Plant to Hartford)

If you are having trouble registering for this event and the class has not reached capacity, click on the drop-down menu in the upper right corner immediately after logging into your account and click on "Upcoming Events". All attending participants must have an active membership. This is mandatory for insurance reasons.

 

This event is part of the summer training series after Paddle School. The training series is designed for beginner paddlers to practice and develop their skills to eventually run the Ocoee by the end of the season. They differ from Paddle School in that though no formal instruction takes place, the trips will have a trip leader and sufficient support boaters to assist in skills development. We will have fun, but this is not designed to be just a social gathering. We will work the river, not just cruise down it. You must be a TVCC member in order to attend, or you may register as a one time guest. Direct all questions to the trip leader or the training officer (training@tvccpaddler.com).

 

What: Whitewater Training Trip #12

Where: Pigeon River

Date: August 17, 2024

Time: 11:00am

Registration Dates: August 12-16

Class Size: 20 participants (others will be waitlisted)

Trip Leader: Robert Haile (rjhaile@gmail.com)

 

Other Info: We will meet at the takeout at 11:00am. Link to location Pigeon Takeout. Please be on time because we will have a safety briefing. From there we will set up shuttle. Please contact Robert Haile at rjhaile@gmail.com to let him know you are coming by Wednesday before the trip.

 

This event is free to all TVCC membership in good standing and one time guests! If you are new to the TVCC then we would love for you to join us on this event. Please join our club or renew your membership. Joining is quick and easy and only $20 for individual and $25 for a family membership. You can join by clicking here.

 

 

Aug 18 2024

Ace Clinic-Ocoee River Beatdown

This event requires a $50 deposit that will be refunded to you after participation. If you register and later cannot attend, please contact the Treasurer, BG Smith, at Treasurer@tvccpaddler.com before the end of registration so your refund can be processed. If you do not cancel your registration and do not attend, you will forfeit your refund. To learn more, go here: TVCC Refund Policy. In the past, people have donated their deposit because they were very happy with the program. Donations are always appreciated and are never expected.

 

If you are having trouble registering for this event and the class has not reached capacity, click on the drop-down menu in the upper right corner immediately after logging into your account and click on "Upcoming Events". All attending participants must have an active membership. This is mandatory for insurance reasons.

 

What: Ocoee River Beatdown Clinic

Where: Ocoee River

Date: August 18, 2024

Time: 10:00am

Cost: $50/person (refundable after participation in clinic)

Registration Dates: July 29 (8:00am)- August 14 (midnight)

Class Size: 6 participants (others will be waitlisted)

Contact: Kirk Eddlemon at kirk.eddlemon@gmail.com or Carl Schoonover at training@tvccpaddler.com

 

Other Info: ACE Kayaking, the premier kayaking school in the Southeast, is offering several group clinics exclusively for TVCC members this season. The next clinic will be an Ocoee Beatdown on August 18. This class is for intermediate/advanced paddlers with experience paddling the middle section of the Ocoee River comfortably. YOU MUST BE FAMILIAR WITH THIS RIVER AND BE WILLING TO WORK CHALLENGING MOVES. You will be challenged on this section as you work on more advanced lines and play in holes. This class will be taught by Kirk Eddlemon on the middle Ocoee. You must be a TVCC member in order to attend. Meet at the private boater takeout at 10:00am. Link to location Big Creek Access - Ocoee Private Boater Takeout. Contact the training officer, Carl Schoonover, at training@tvccpaddler.com if you have any questions. You must register online. Contacting a board member or ACE Kayaking will not count as registering for the event. 

 

This event is free to all TVCC membership in good standing. This will NOT be open for One Time Guests. If you are new to TVCC then we would love for you to join us on this event. Please join our club or renew your membership. Joining is quick and easy and only $20 for individual and $25 for a family membership. You can join by clicking here.

Aug 24 2024 thru Aug 25 2024

Swiftwater Rescue Fall 2024 - STUDENT REGISTRATION

PLEASE READ ALL THE INFORMATION BEFORE CONTACTING US WITH QUESTIONS.  YOU WILL FIND THAT MOST OF YOUR QUESTIONS ARE ALREADY ANSWERED BELOW.

 

This event requires a $50 deposit that will be refunded to you after participation. If you register and later cannot attend, please contact the Treasurer, BG Smith, at Treasurer@tvccpaddler.com before the end of registration so your refund can be processed. If you do not cancel your registration and do not attend, you will forfeit your refund. To learn more, go here: TVCC Refund Policy. In the past, people have donated their deposit because they were very happy with the program. Donations are always appreciated and are never expected.

 

If you are having trouble registering for this event and the class has not reached capacity, click on the drop-down menu in the upper right corner immediately after logging into your account and click on "Upcoming Events". All attending participants must have an active membership. This is mandatory for insurance reasons.

 

Volunteers please preregister for course on the SWR Volunteer signup page

 

What: L4 Swiftwater Rescue 

Where: Ocoee River & Ocoee River Experience (basecamp)

Dates: August 24-25, 2024

Time: 8:00am-5:00pm (approximately)

Cost: $50/person (Refundable deposit at completion of course)

Registration Dates: ​​​August 1 (8:00am)-August 20 (midnight)

Class Size: 12 participants (others will be waitlisted)

Contact: Rob Theurer at tellicorob@gmail.com or Carl Schoonover at training@tvccpaddler.com

 

Other Info: An ACA L4 Swiftwater Rescue course taught on the Ocoee River by TVCC's Team Safety, the club's current and qualified SWR instructor team. Students must be comfortable paddling Class III whitewater. This course is on the Ocoee river, but we will not be paddling any of the named rapids. Saturday will be a half day water training in the morning, half day land based training at camp in the afternoon. We will meet at the Ocoee private boater take out on Saturday at 8:00am. Link to location Big Creek Access. This is not river time! Please be there and ready to go by 8:00am! Land based training and camping will be at Ocoee River Experience. Link to location Ocoee River Experience. Camping and lodging is available at Ocoee River Experience. Call (423) 769-1036 to make a reservation. Sunday will be a full day on the water. Make sure to bring water and food with you. We highly recommend drysuits because the water will be cold.

 

Required equipment to participate in the course.

All gear can be purchased at an outfitter store (Rock Creek, Nantahala Outdoor Center, Endless River Adventure). The club also has loaner gear that you can borrow.

• Normal paddling gear (boat, paddle, helmet, PFD, etc.)
• Closed-toe shoes
• Rescue PFD (some may be available as loaners)
• Rescue tether
• Three locking carabiners (screw or twist gate)
• A throw rope (50 foot length and 1/4 inch minimum)
• One 20 foot section of 1 inch tubular nylon webbing
• Two 6 foot sections of prussic cord (5mm preferred, 6mm can work)
• Two rescue pulleys (1" prussik minding--smc crx, omega ice, fusion rescue all work)
   

*Drug and alcohol use will not be permitted before or during on-water activities.

 

REGISTRATION: YOU MUST REGISTER ONLINE FOR THIS EVENT!!  ****Preregistration is required. No walk-ons will be allowed.****

 

This event is free to all TVCC membership in good standing. This will NOT be open for One Time Guests. If you are new to TVCC then we would love for you to join us on this event. Please join our club or renew your membership. Joining is quick and easy and only $20 for individual and $25 for a family membership. You can join by clicking here.

Aug 24 2024 thru Aug 25 2024

Swiftwater Rescue Fall 2024 VOLUNTEERS ONLY

EVENT: IF YOU ARE HELPING OUT WITH THE Fall 2024 SWIFTWATER RESCUE CLASS, REGISTER HERE. 

 

IF YOU ARE A STUDENT, PLEASE SIGN UP ON THE 2024 Fall SWIFTWATER RESCUE PAGE. 

 

If you are having trouble registering for this event, click on the drop-down menu in the upper right corner immediately after logging into your account and click on "Upcoming Events". All attending participants must have an active membership. This is mandatory for insurance reasons. 

 

What: L4 Swiftwater Rescue

Where: Ocoee River & Ocoee River Experience (basecamp)

Dates: August 24-25, 2024

Time: 8:00am-5:00pm (approximately)

Contact: Robert Theurer at tellicorob@gmail.com or Carl Schoonover at training@tvccpaddler.com

 

Other Info: Saturday will be a half day water training in the morning, half day land based training at camp in the afternoon. We will meet at the Ocoee private boater take out on Saturday at 8:00am. Link to location Big Creek Access. This is not river time! Please be there and ready to go by 8:00am! Land based training and camping will be at Ocoee River Experience. Link to location Ocoee River Experience. Camping and lodging is available at Ocoee River Experience. Call (423) 769-1036 to make a reservation. Sunday will be a full day on the water. Make sure to bring water and food with you. We highly recommend drysuits because the water will be cold. Thank you for volunteering. This course would not be possible without you!!

 

This event is free to all TVCC membership in good standing. If you are new to TVCC then we would love for you to join us on this event. Please join our club or renew your membership. Joining is quick and easy and only $20 for individual and $25 for a family membership. You can join by clicking here.