Pickles Paddles - South Fork River Paddle

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This is paddle board and kayak friendly. We will be putting in under the High Shoals Bridge. It is a little steep getting to the river, so where decent water shoes or bring a pair of hiking shoes to change into. We will be going upstream 2 1/2 miles, turning around at a dam, and have a nice easy downstream paddle on the way back.

We will be stopping, so bring a bagged lunch or snack. 2L of water, closed toe water shoes, PDF, and dry bag, and change of clothes in case we grab a bite to eat afterwards.

This specific event is BRING YOUR OWN kayak. If you need to rent one please utilize the other event sign up that lists a cost for the rentals.

This river guide will be guided by Pickles.

Trail/Waterway Name: South Fork River
PaddleWays Rating (if applicable): Easy
Distance: 3 miles
Rapid Level (if applicable): Flatwater
Estimated Time: 1.5 hours on the water
Water Access & Take-Out Plan: Launching under the High Shoals Bridge - paddling back
Meet-Up Time: 10:00am, (35.3983804, -81.2026012)
Launch Time: 10:15am
Items to bring: Drinking water - water proof bag/phone case - wear items that you know you will get wet ! This is pickles paddles!

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