Take a journey through history during a guided paddle adventure on North Chickamauga Creek while supporting National Park Partners! Led by Dr. Greg Grant, an outdoor enthusiast and board member of National Park Partners, the small group (limited to 10 participants) will paddle stable, inflatable paddleboards from Greenway Farm along beautiful North Chickamauga Creek for 1-mile. This tour is designed for beginner and intermediate level paddlers - no experience required!
Along the journey, we will re-discover the site where Union General William T. Sherman launched 116 pontoon boats to begin his movement towards Missionary Ridge. As we paddle the quiet creek, we will pass the TVA Big Ridge Small Wild Area with interesting eroded limestone cliffs, the rock quarry used by TVA in the construction of Chickamauga Dam and you're likely to spot great blue herons, kingfishers, turtles and other wildlife along the way.
Your ticket includes all paddleboard equipment, instruction, guided history tour, plus a donation to National Park Partners. This is a great way to get outside and give back to our local National Park!
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This 2-hour, guided and equipped paddleboard tour is perfect for beginner and intermediate paddlers, ages 16 and up who want a unique adventure on one of Chattanooga’s scenic waterways while giving back to the National Park Partners. You don't have to be an experienced paddler to participate in this adventure. Everyone receives paddling instruction, water safety information and will be properly outfitted for adventure before setting out for a leisurely-paced and peaceful paddle on the creek. Guides will provide on-water support throughout the duration of this historical tour.
COST
Cost is $75 per person which includes the guided tour, all paddleboard equipment, and a donation to NPP to support their efforts to conserve the natural, historic, and cultural resources of Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park, including Moccasin Bend National Archeological District.
Sunshine’s Adventures is offering two tours on this date as long as we reach a minimum of 4 participants per tour. Individuals with their own paddle crafts can join the tour with a donation to NPP. Select the ticket that's right for you during check out.
Reservations and payment are required at least 24 hours in advance as space is limited. To learn more contact sunshines.adventures@gmail.com or call 423.763.7357.
FAQ:
Q: What are you doing to address COVID-19.
A: All tours are limited to 10 people. All equipment is disinfected to industry standards prior to use. You will have your own disinfected equipment to use during the tour and will not share it with others. We only operate outdoors. We encourage physical distancing of 6 ft during the safety briefing and throughout the tour. We will not provide any transportation - you will meet us at the location given in the confirmation email. Guides will complete temperature checks before each tour. Guides will wear a face covering when coming in close proximity to offer instruction or assistance on the water. All waivers must be completed online prior to arrival which includes COVID-19 questions. We ask that you use good personal judgment and not attend if you are experiencing any symptoms. We also reserve the right to refuse participation if COVID-19 exposure or symptoms are exhibited/observed. We will offer refunds or credits on future tours to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Q: Do I need to know how to paddleboard to participate?
A: No, this is a beginner-friendly adventure with instruction and equipment provided.
Q: Do I need to know how to swim to participate?
A: No, you'll be required to wear a personal flotation device (PFD) throughout the duration of the tour, which will keep you afloat in the event you fall of the board into the water.
Q: I know how to swim, do I have to wear a lifejacket during the tour?
A: Yes, due to our insurance requirements, we require every participant to wear a lifejacket throughout the duration of our tours.
Q: Is there an age or weight limit?
A: Yes, the maximum weight limit for paddleboards is 275 lbs. The minimum weight is 50 lbs for lifejackets for children. This adventure is most appropriate for ages 16+ with a participating adult. Children under the age of 13 may be required to share a paddleboard and ride with an adult depending on height and coordination. Please contact us directly with any questions or concerns.
Q: What is your refund/cancellation policy?
A: Refunds can be requested up to 24 hours prior to any scheduled tour date/time. No refunds will be issued if a cancellation/refund is requested within 24 hours of scheduled tour date/time. Sunshine's Adventures guide staff reserve the right to cancel a tour at any time due to severe weather, low enrollment or other concerns. In the event of a cancellation, a rescheduled tour date will be offered. In the event you cannot attend the rescheduled tour, a full refund will be issued. If the tour begins and inclement weather occurs that poses a risk to participant safety and is canceled at the guide's discretion after 1 full hour, the tour is considered to be complete with no refunds or reschedule, if less than 1 hour into the tour, a reschedule date and/or refund will be available. Thank you for your courtesy and understanding with this policy