Whitewater Rafting And Kayaking
Looking for a way to cool off in these 100+ degree days? Head on out to the US National Whitewater Center (USNWC) for the day. The center, dedicated to outdoor sports and recreation, centers on the WORLD’S LARGEST man made whitewater channel. It’s worth the trip just to see this amazing ‘river’. Beginning in a large upper pool, the water heads down two different channels - both containing adjustable rapid elements - then collects in the large lower pool, and is recirculated back to the upper pool! Rafts and kayaks travel down the channels, and are transported back to the upper pool via a large conveyor belt - just sit in your boat and enjoy the ride before heading back down again!
The center was built to train our Olympic whitewater kayakers, but also for outdoors-loving people of any ability to enjoy. Some of the other activities offered include: whitewater rafting, flatwater kayaking (on the adjacent Catawba River), outdoor climbing, mountain biking, hiking, and a ropes course. Guided trips and lessons are also available.
So - Take it Outside!
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