Leaving Atlanta: A Road Trip to Remember

Let’s take a road trip! We have assembled an itinerary for an unforgettable adventure from Atlanta to the Blue Ridge Mountains, where...

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Appalachian Thru-hiker FAQ

Appalachian Trail Thru-hiker Information Annually, hundreds of hikers leave Springer Mountain in Georgia and head towards the summit of...

Hiking the Appalachian Trail & NOC

Have you ever stood on our Founders Bridge, looking down on the Nantahala River? You are standing on the Appalachian Trail! You could...

Interview with Anne Sontheimer

Anne Sontheimer, is one of NOC’s long time river guides and avid kayaker. Learn a little bit about her in the interview below!  What do...

From Retirement to River Guiding: How a dream was never lost.

  I am still doing something I love, working with people and doing my best to give them a unique experience. -Retired Lawyer and Current...

A Fall Guide To Rafting in the Southeast

Once the morning temperatures start to cool off, the same annual questions start to fly. “How soon ‘til the leaves change color?”...

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International Adventure to Patagonia

Mel Caldwell has guided with us for over 14 seasons! She is a fan of all things outdoors. She currently guides whitewater rafts on the...

The Top 5 Best Hiking Trails & Rafting Near Chattanooga

Looking for an adventure in Chattanooga? Here are our top 5 favorite hikes and a few raft trips just a stone’s throw from the city!...