Appalachian Paddling Enthusiasts
All Upcoming Events
Pictured above: APEs members on the Nolichucky River. Photo by APEs member Patricia Johnson.
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Paddle to the Grill Dinner Meetup
Bring your kayak, canoe or SUP to meet with Appalachian Paddling Enthusiasts and Tennessee Eastman Hiking & Canoeing Club (TEHCC) for dinner and a paddle! We meet weekly during the summer at various locations on local area lakes in the Tri-Cities, TN area.
Annual Hiwassee River Weekend
Mark your calendar: It’s the annual APEs Hiwassee Weekend Trip with the Babes on the Waves joining in! Fellowship, fun and lots of laughs as we enjoy this fantastic Class II river.
American Whitewater Release: Upper Nantahala/Cascades
American Whitewater 2025 Southeast release calendar.
Paddle to the Grill Dinner Meetup
Bring your kayak, canoe or SUP to meet with Appalachian Paddling Enthusiasts and Tennessee Eastman Hiking & Canoeing Club (TEHCC) for dinner and a paddle! We meet weekly during the summer at various locations on local area lakes in the Tri-Cities, TN area.
American Whitewater Release: Tuckasegee
American Whitewater 2025 Southeast release calendar.
Paddle to the Grill Dinner Meetup
Bring your kayak, canoe or SUP to meet with Appalachian Paddling Enthusiasts and Tennessee Eastman Hiking & Canoeing Club (TEHCC) for dinner and a paddle! We meet weekly during the summer at various locations on local area lakes in the Tri-Cities, TN area.
Lower Watauga Paddle Meetup
Come out for a fun class I-II afternoon paddle with APEs on the beautiful Watauga River in Elizabethton, TN. The dam releases two units on Saturdays, and it makes for big waves and a great ride.
Paddle to the Grill Dinner Meetup
Bring your kayak, canoe or SUP to meet with Appalachian Paddling Enthusiasts and Tennessee Eastman Hiking & Canoeing Club (TEHCC) for dinner and a paddle! We meet weekly during the summer at various locations on local area lakes in the Tri-Cities, TN area.
Upper and Lower Pigeon River Runs Plus Annual Picnic
This year’s annual paddle and picnic event will take place on the Pigeon River! Both upper and lower section trips are taking place. We plan to resume our “Noli First Timer” event in 2026, after the Nolichucky River has had time to settle and heal.
Paddle to the Grill Dinner Meetup
Bring your kayak, canoe or SUP to meet with Appalachian Paddling Enthusiasts and Tennessee Eastman Hiking & Canoeing Club (TEHCC) for dinner and a paddle! We meet weekly during the summer at various locations on local area lakes in the Tri-Cities, TN area.
American Whitewater Release: Tuckasegee
American Whitewater 2025 Southeast release calendar.
Lower Watauga Paddle Meetup
Come out for a fun class I-II afternoon paddle with APEs on the beautiful Watauga River in Elizabethton, TN. The dam releases two units on Saturdays, and it makes for big waves and a great ride.
American Whitewater Release: Cheoah
American Whitewater 2025 Southeast release calendar.
American Whitewater Release: Upper Nantahala/Cascades
American Whitewater 2025 Southeast release calendar.
Nantahala Paddle Meetup Weekend
Get ready for a BIG WATER lap on “The Nanty” with Appalachian Paddling Enthusiasts! It’s 8.2 miles of Class II paddling with one Class III at the end by Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC) that can be portaged by exiting at the beaching area.
American Whitewater Release: Upper Nantahala/Cascades
American Whitewater 2025 Southeast release calendar.
American Whitewater Release: Cheoah
American Whitewater 2025 Southeast release calendar.
American Whitewater Release: Tallulah
American Whitewater 2025 Southeast release calendar.
American Whitewater Release: Tallulah
American Whitewater 2025 Southeast release calendar.
American Whitewater Release: Cheoah
American Whitewater 2025 Southeast release calendar.
American Whitewater Release: Tallulah
American Whitewater 2025 Southeast release calendar.
American Whitewater Release: Tallulah
American Whitewater 2025 Southeast release calendar.
American Whitewater Release: Tallulah
American Whitewater 2025 Southeast release calendar.
American Whitewater Release: Tallulah
American Whitewater 2025 Southeast release calendar.
American Whitewater Release: Tuckasegee
American Whitewater 2025 Southeast release calendar.
Paddle to the Grill Dinner Meetup
Bring your kayak, canoe or SUP to meet with Appalachian Paddling Enthusiasts and Tennessee Eastman Hiking & Canoeing Club (TEHCC) for dinner and a paddle! We meet weekly during the summer at various locations on local area lakes in the Tri-Cities, TN area.
Babes on the Waves Tuckasegee River Run
It’s time for the annual “Babes On The Waves” river run! Get ready for fantastic Class II rapids on the Tuckasegee Gorge. This 5.4-mile paddle has a number exciting rapids without major consequences if you swim. We are moving this annual event from the Lower Pigeon River in 2025 due to damage from Hurricane Helene. All are welcome, including men.
American Whitewater Release: Upper Nantahala/Cascades
American Whitewater 2025 Southeast release calendar.
Paddle to the Grill Dinner Meetup
Bring your kayak, canoe or SUP to meet with Appalachian Paddling Enthusiasts and Tennessee Eastman Hiking & Canoeing Club (TEHCC) for dinner and a paddle! We meet weekly during the summer at various locations on local area lakes in the Tri-Cities, TN area.
Paddle to the Grill Dinner Meetup
Bring your kayak, canoe or SUP to meet with Appalachian Paddling Enthusiasts and Tennessee Eastman Hiking & Canoeing Club (TEHCC) for dinner and a paddle! We meet weekly during the summer at various locations on local area lakes in the Tri-Cities, TN area.
Lower Watauga Paddle Meetup
Come out for a fun class I-II afternoon paddle with APEs on the beautiful Watauga River in Elizabethton, TN. The dam releases two units on Saturdays, and it makes for big waves and a great ride.
American Whitewater Release: Tuckasegee
American Whitewater 2025 Southeast release calendar.
Paddle to the Grill Dinner Meetup
Bring your kayak, canoe or SUP to meet with Appalachian Paddling Enthusiasts and Tennessee Eastman Hiking & Canoeing Club (TEHCC) for dinner and a paddle! We meet weekly during the summer at various locations on local area lakes in the Tri-Cities, TN area.
American Whitewater Release: Upper Nantahala/Cascades
American Whitewater 2025 Southeast release calendar.
Nantahala Paddle Meetup
It’s time for a lap on “The Nanty” with Appalachian Paddling Enthusiasts! It’s 8.2 miles of Class II paddling with one Class III at the end by Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC) that can be portaged by exiting at the beaching area.
American Whitewater Release: Cheoah
American Whitewater 2025 Southeast release calendar.
Lower Watauga Paddle Meetup
Come out for a fun class I-II afternoon paddle with APEs on the beautiful Watauga River in Elizabethton, TN. The dam releases two units on Saturdays, and it makes for big waves and a great ride.
Tuckasegee Paddle Meetup
Get ready for fantastic Class II rapids on the Tuckasegee Gorge. This 5.4-mile paddle is a favorite for whitewater and inflatable kayaks.
American Whitewater Release: Cheoah
American Whitewater 2025 Southeast release calendar.
American Whitewater Release: Upper Nantahala/Cascades
American Whitewater 2025 Southeast release calendar.
Paddle to the Grill Dinner Meetup
Bring your kayak, canoe or SUP to meet with Appalachian Paddling Enthusiasts and Tennessee Eastman Hiking & Canoeing Club (TEHCC) for dinner and a paddle! We meet weekly during the summer at various locations on local area lakes in the Tri-Cities, TN area.
American Whitewater Release: Tuckasegee
American Whitewater 2025 Southeast release calendar.
Paddle to the Grill Dinner Meetup
Bring your kayak, canoe or SUP to meet with Appalachian Paddling Enthusiasts and Tennessee Eastman Hiking & Canoeing Club (TEHCC) for dinner and a paddle! We meet weekly during the summer at various locations on local area lakes in the Tri-Cities, TN area.
Lower Watauga Paddle Meetup
Come out for a fun class I-II afternoon paddle with APEs on the beautiful Watauga River in Elizabethton, TN. The dam releases two units on Saturdays, and it makes for big waves and a great ride.
American Whitewater Release: Cheoah
American Whitewater 2025 Southeast release calendar.
American Whitewater Release: Cheoah
American Whitewater 2025 Southeast release calendar.
American Whitewater Release: Cheoah
American Whitewater 2025 Southeast release calendar.
American Whitewater Release: Cheoah
American Whitewater 2025 Southeast release calendar.
American Whitewater Release: Tuckasegee
American Whitewater 2025 Southeast release calendar.
American Whitewater Release: Cheoah
American Whitewater 2025 Southeast release calendar.
American Whitewater Release: Tuckasegee
American Whitewater 2025 Southeast release calendar.
Steele Creek Lake Cleanup
Bring your kayak, canoe or raft to help with a cleanup at beautiful Steele Creek Lake. Located in Bristol, TN, Steele Creek is a regional park encompassing more than 2,200 acres that has been open to the public since June 6, 1964.
American Whitewater Release: Cheoah
American Whitewater 2025 Southeast release calendar.
American Whitewater Release: Upper Nantahala/Cascades
American Whitewater 2025 Southeast release calendar.