What we’re about
Some of our members are brand new to paddle boarding, while others have significant experience. We get together once a month, April through October for day paddles on local rivers and lakes. And we host, at least one, paddle in camping trip per year.
If you do not own your own SUP, there are a few companies in Asheville who rent SUPs by the day. These include, Wai Mauna and French Broad Outfitters. It can be helpful to rent a few different types of boards before deciding which type of board you would like to purchase.
Upcoming events (2)
See all- SUP Paddle and Camping at Lake James Intermediate Level (or paddle and not camp)2229 Lake James State Park Rd, Nebo, NC
For this excursion, you have three options. This park is about an hour drive east on route 40 from Asheville. 2229 Lake James State Park Road, Nebo, NC 28761.
OPTION 1: Come for a day paddle at Lake James. We will meet at 10:00 AM at Patty's Creek Access at Lake James State Park. Morning paddles are nice at Lake James because there are less boats and the water is more still because of low breeze. We will paddle for 2 - 3 hours. Dogs are welcome!
OPTION 2: I have reserved three camp sites at the Patty's Creek campground. You can pull your car right up to the campsite and DOGS are allowed. However, there is no electricity. I have reserved the sites for Friday and Saturday nights. You can Venmo me the $ to hold your space. $23 a night. We can meet up for a campout dinner at 7:00 PM. And join us for the group paddle at 10:00 AM Saturday morning. See above. There are several places to hike. So perhaps we can hike together in the afternoon/evening on Saturday. When we check in at the office, they will ask you to put a parking pass in your car.
OPTION 3: If you prefer to do paddle in camping, those sites are pretty easy to get. You can reserve one of those on your own. Paddle In camping means the only way to access the campsite is by boat or SUP. You will need to bring all of your gear on your SUP. You might consider putting your bedding and clothing in dry bags so it does not get wet. You are welcome to join us for the group dinner Friday night and/or the group paddle at 10:00 AM Saturday morning.
This is an intermediate level paddle because there are several boats at Lake James that create wakes. If you have never SUPed before, these wakes can be hard to navigate. You have the option to sit down on your board during the waves.
If you have any questions, feel free to email me sarah.vallely@outlook.com I am not always good at seeing messages on here, unless it is the week before the event.
Release of Liability:
The organizer of this trip is a volunteer and not a professional guide. The function of the organizer is only to organize this trip. If you sign up or participate in this event you acknowledge that you freely and voluntarily agree to assume all risks of injuries, illnesses and damages arising from, as a result of and associated with this event. In addition, you acknowledge that you agree to the Meetup terms: https://www.meetup.com/terms
