Mountaineering is just one of Erik’s many outdoor adventure passions. He is an avid rock climber who has ascended many of the classic routes around the country. He enjoys alpine skiing, both at resorts and in the backcountry. And recently, Erik has been focusing on whitewater kayaking…with the ultimate goal of becoming the first blind person to kayak the Grand Canyon.

On Thursday, May 23, Erik will visit the U.S. National Whitewater Center to speak on his many adventures in climbing, kayaking, skiing and more. Following his speech, the USNWC will host Brother Dege as part of our River Jam concert series.

More information about Erik Weihenmayer can be found here.

Event Details:

• Date: Thursday, May 23
• Time: 6:30 p.m.
• Price: Free and open to the public
  • Note: Space in the Conference Center is limited and seats will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Register for the Catawba River Clean-Up - Sold Out

Details:

• Date: Sunday, April 28
• Parking Fee will be waived for volunteers.
• Children ages 8-17 years must be accompanied by an adult.
• Volunteers must sign a waiver before participating.
• Volunteers will receive a free rafting trip.
• The event will proceed in the event of rain.

Schedule:

• 9:00 a.m. – Orientation
• 9:45 a.m. – Kayak along Long Creek and Sadler Island
• 12:30 p.m. – Lunch
• 1:30 p.m. – Free rafting trip
• 3:00 p.m. – Event ends

For more information about the Catawba River Clean-Up, contact Joy Shuck: jshuck@usnwc.org or 704.391.3900 ext. 231

• Prior to your trip, select your date and trip time and register online (use links below).
• Check in with Guest Services at least 15 minutes prior to the start of your trip.
• Once you have checked in with Guest Services, the zip-line excursions will leave from the south ridge of our facility and last roughly 1:30 – 2 hours.
• Fireside dinner and drinks (2 drinks included) will follow the zip-line excursion.

Price: $75 per person.

Registration for the following dates is available online:

• Wednesday, May 22
• Wednesday, May 29
• Wednesday, June 5
• Wednesday, June 12
• Wednesday, June 19
• Friday, June 21
• Wednesday, June 26
• Wednesday, July 10
• Wednesday, July 17
• Wednesday, July 24
• Wednesday, July 31
• Wednesday, August 7
• Wednesday, August 14
• Wednesday, August 21
• Wednesday, August 28
• Wednesday, September 4
• Wednesday, September 11
• Wednesday, September 18
• Wednesday, September 25
• Wednesday, October 2
• Wednesday, October 9
• Wednesday, October 23

Event Details:

With Zipline & Dine, you can zip-line through the trees as the sun goes down before enjoying a fireside dinner with craft beer and wine.

Guests will travel via a course of 5 different zip-lines and 2 roped bridges before rappelling out of the trees alongside the Catawba River. After a short hike back to basecamp, guests will be greeted with craft beer, wine and dinner around a roaring fire pit.

Dinners are prepared special by our chef. Vegetarian and gluten free menus are available, please call Guest Services with any special dietary requests at 704.391.3900.

2013 Schedule:

• Friday, May 17 – Aviator Brewing Company – Sign Up
• Wednesday, May 22 – Carolina Brewery – Sign Up
• Wednesday, May 29 – Triple C Brewing Company – Sign Up
• Wednesday, June 5 – Highland Brewing Co. – Sign Up
• Wednesday, June 12 – Big Boss Brewing Company - Sign Up
• Wednesday, June 19 – Olde Mecklenburg Brewery – Sign Up
• Friday, June 21 – Bell’s Brewery – Sign Up
• Wednesday, June 26 – Oskar Blues – Sign Up
• Wednesday, July 10 – Olde Hickory Brewery – Sign Up
• Wednesday, July 17 – NoDa Brewing Company – Sign Up
• Friday, July 19 – Anderson Valley Brewing Company – Sign Up
• Wednesday, July 24 – Catawba Valley Brewing Company – Sign Up
• Wednesday, July 31 – Foothills Brewing – Sign Up
• Wednesday, August 7 – Mother Earth Brewing – Sign Up
• Wednesday, August 14 – Allagash Brewing Company – Sign Up
• Friday, August 16 – Natty Greene’s Brewing Company – Sign Up
• Wednesday, August 21 – Sierra Nevada Brewing Company – Sign Up
• Wednesday, August 28 – Starr Hill Brewery – Sign Up
• Wednesday, September 4 – New Belgium Brewing – Sign Up

Participant Schedule:

• Check-in at Kayak Center: 6 p.m.
• Flatwater paddle on the Catawba River: 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
• Campfire-lit dinner and beer tasting on Hawk Island: 8 – 10 p.m.

Price: $55 per person

Tickets: Click on the Microbrews Cruise (see dates above) you’d like to attend to purchase tickets.

Proper attire: We recommend that guests wear clothing that can get wet.

Event Details:

Each cruise begins with a guided flatwater paddle along the Catawba River. As the sun starts to set on the river, you’ll work your way back to the shore for a chef-prepared, fireside dinner on Hawk Island. Each cruise features a select craft brewery; representatives from the breweries lead the tastings by highlighting new, seasonal and unique brews.

Brave the cold of February on a 5K run that covers the length of the Whitewater Center Parkway, followed by an optional (but highly encouraged) cold water plunge into the man-made river. Bring your towel and friends to keep you warm post-plunge.

Event Info:

• Date: February 16th, 2013
• Location: U.S. National Whitewater Center
• Distance: 5K

Results:

• Overall Results (pdf)
• Age Group Results (pdf)

Disclaimer: Due to the weather and technical errors, we were unable to capture some of the racers’ times during the Frigid 5K Run & Plunge. In response, we utilized our manual timing system to capture the remainder of the chip times, resulting in some inaccuracies. As we prepare for the remainder of the 2013 Whitewater Race Series, we will work to improve the accuracy of the timing system.

Photos / Video:

Race Day Schedule:

• 7:00am – Race Day Registration and Packet Pickup Begins
• 7:45am – Race Day Registration and Packet Pickup Ends
• 8:00am – Race Starts
• 8:45am – Course Closes

Post Race:

After your plunge, warm up with music, food, drinks, raffle prizes and awards.

Awards:

Will be given to the top 3 finishers in the following 12 categories

• Male/Female 25 and under
• Male/Female 26-30
• Male/Female 31-35
• Male/Female 36-40
• Male/Female 41-45
• Male/Female 46 and better

Volunteering:

Interested in volunteering? Contact Adam Bratton at abratton@usnwc.org

Sponsors:

Additional Event Info:

• Race giveaways are only guaranteed to those who pre-register.
• All participants must sign the USNWC waiver before participating.
• Participants must be present to accept awards. Awards will not be mailed.
• Race bib must be visible and worn on the front of shirt to receive an accurate time.
• Participants must bring ID to consume alcohol during post-race.
• Locker rooms are located at the main USNWC River Center.
• Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable.
• Event will proceed rain or shine unless conditions are deemed unsafe by the Race Director.
• All guests are required to pay a $5 parking fee at the USNWC unless guest has an annual parking pass. Annual parking passes are available through the USNWC for $40.
• Headphones, iPods, MP3 players, etc are discouraged for the safety of all participants.
• Remain attentive and courteous at all times, trails will be open to other runners, hikers and bikers.
• No pets allowed on the course.
• The USNWC does not conduct trail rescues in the event of an emergency. Participants are encouraged to call 911 THEN notify event staff if an emergency is encountered.

Event Details:

• Guests will travel a course of five ziplines and two roped bridges before rappelling out of the trees.
• The zip-line experience is followed by a short hike back to basecamp.
• Dinner Portion: Dinner is specially prepared by our Chef Joe Marx. Also included are 2 drink tokens (valid for beer, wine and nonalcoholic beverages). Cash bar is also available.
  • Vegetarian and gluten-free menus are available. Please call Guest Services with any special dietary requests at 704.391.3900.
• Price: $75 per person
  • Please note: This event is sold on an individual basis and is not limited to couples.

Trip Times:

Thursday, Feb. 14:

• 6:00 p.m. – Sign up Sold Out
• 6:15 p.m. – Sign up Sold Out
• 6:30 p.m. – Sign up Sold Out
• 6:45 p.m. – Sign up Sold Out

Friday, Feb. 15:

• 6:00 p.m. – Sign up Sold Out
  
• 6:00 p.m. – Sign up Sold Out
• 6:00 p.m. – Sign up Sold Out
• 6:00 p.m. – Sign up Sold Out

Event Details

• Price:
  • Event: Free and open to the public
• Live music by the Tim Reynolds and TR3 and The Mike Strauss Band

Schedule

• 9:00 a.m. – Color Me Green 5K
• 10:30 a.m. – Cornhole Tournament
• 10:30 a.m. – Beer Garden Acoustic Session from Mike Strauss
• 12:30 p.m. – VIP section opens until music ends
• 1:00 p.m. – River turns green and live music by the Tim Reynolds and TR3 begins
• 4:00 p.m. – Live music by the Mike Strauss Band begins
• 5:00 p.m. – Music ends

Cornhole Tournament – Sold Out

The Cornhole Tournament will take place on Belmont Abbey Island at 10:30 a.m., and will feature live, acoustic music from Mike Strauss. Pre-registration is recommended ($30 per team) as day-of registration will only be offered if space is available. First place winners will receive a pair of 2013 AllSport Season Passes; second place will receive two pairs of sunglasses by Smith Optics. Click here (fdf)  for USNWC Cornhole rules.

Event VIP Passes - Sold Out

We are offering a limited number of VIP passes that allow you to experience the festival from a VIP section that provides an incredible view of the facility, one meal and access to a private bar (drinks included). Click here to purchase a VIP pass.

Color Me Green

Kick off St. Patrick’s Day at 9 a.m. with the Color Me Green 5K, a trail race similar to the Color Run. Participants are challenged to run through the trail system without being hit by splatters of green paint. Race details can be found here.

Video:

Pictures:

Event Info:

• Date: Saturday, March 16th, 2013
• Location: U.S. National Whitewater Center
• Distance: 5K

Results:

• Overall Results (pdf)
• Age Group Results (pdf)

Schedule:

• Thursday – Packet pickup at the USNWC Outfitter’s Store from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.
• Friday – Packet pickup at NoDa Brewing Company from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
• Saturday –
  • 8:00 a.m. – Race Day Registration and packet pickup begins
  • 8:45 a.m. – Race Day Registration and packet pickup ends
  • 9:00 a.m. – Race Starts
  • 10:00 a.m. – Course Closes

Welcome Salomon
The Color Me Green 5K is proud to announce that our friends at Salomon will be on site prior to the race with a fleet of Salomon shoes that participants are encouraged to demo during or after the race. Feel free to check this great line of trail running shoes out for the race.

Multiple sizes and styles will be available to both male and female runners on a first come first serve basis.

Post Race: Be sure to stick around after the race for food, drinks, raffle prizes and awards as well as the 3rd annual Green River Revival.

Awards: Will be given to the top 3 finishers in the following 12 categories

• Male/Female 25 and under
• Male/Female 26-30
• Male/Female 31-35
• Male/Female 36-40
• Male/Female 41-45
• Male/Female 46 and better

Course Map: (updated)

Green River Revival – As part of the St. Patrick’s Day celebration, the USNWC will dye the whitewater river green. The celebration begins at 9 a.m. with the Color Me Green 5K, followed by live music and the annual dying of the river. For a full description of the St. Patrick’s Day festivities, click here.

Cornhole Tournament
The Cornhole Tournament will take place on Belmont Abbey Island at 10:30 a.m., and will feature live, acoustic music from Mike Strauss. Pre-registration is recommended ($30 per team) as day-of registration will only be offered if space is available. First place winners will receive a pair of 2013 AllSport Season Passes; second place will receive two pairs of sunglasses by Smith Optics. Click here (fdf)  for USNWC Cornhole rules.

Volunteering: Interested in volunteering? Contact Adam Bratton at abratton@usnwc.org

Sponsors:

Additional Event Info:

• Race giveaways are only guaranteed to those who pre-register
• All participants must sign the USNWC waiver before participating
• Participants must be present to accept awards. Awards will not be mailed
• Race bib must be visible and worn on the front of shirt to receive an accurate time
• Participants must bring ID to consume alcohol during post-race
• Aid Station will be located at … TBD
• Locker rooms are located at the main USNWC River Center
• Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable
• There will be no gear/bag check at the start/finish for this race
• Event will proceed rain or shine unless conditions are deemed unsafe by the Race Director
• All guests are required to pay a $5 parking fee at the USNWC unless guest has an annual parking pass. Annual parking passes are available through the USNWC for $40
• Headphones, iPods, MP3 players, etc are discouraged for the safety of all participants
• Remain attentive and courteous at all times, trails will be open to other runners, hikers and bikers
• No pets allowed on the course
• The USNWC does not conduct trail rescues in the event of an emergency. Participants are encouraged to call 911 THEN notify event staff if an emergency is encountered

If you’ve been thinking of buying a bike or boat, the USNWC has a great opportunity for you. As we increase and improve our current fleets with new equipment, we release some of our used bikes and boats for you to purchase at a great price.

Spring 2013 — Used Bike Sale

• Spring Used Rental Mountain Bike Sale
• Sunday March 17th
• Sale begins at 8 a.m.
• Pricing will be specific to each bike based on condition & component mix
• Bikes still remaining after sale:
  • USED 2012 Giant XTC Jr, size Youth = $175
  • USED 2012 Giant Revel 1, size XS (14″) = $325
  • USED 2012 Giant Revel 1, size S (16″) = $325
  • USED 2011 Giant XTC 29er 2, size S (16″) = $500-800
  • USED 2011 Giant Talon 29er 1, size XL (22″) = $500-800
  • USED 2009 Giant Trance 1, size S (16″) = $500-800
• Conditions of Sale:
  • All Sales are final
  • Used bikes are refurbished & professionally tuned and are in working condition with many new parts
  • No Warranty “As-Is”
• For more information, please call the Trail Center at 704.391.3900 ext. 283

Spring 2013 — Used Boat

• Begins Sunday March 17th at 8 a.m.
• Details:
  • 5 Dagger Axiom 8.0′s – $550
  • 1 Wavesport Project 48 – $550
  • 1 Bliss Stick Rad 195 – $550
  • 1 Dagger Agent 6.2 – $300

For more information on used boats and boards, please contact the Kayak Center at 704.391.3900 ext. 192.

Head out to the USNWC on Friday, March 22 to celebrate Charlotte Craft Beer Week with a dinner and craft beer tasting. Representatives from both Bells Brewery and Allagash Brewing Company will assist in pairing four beer samples with small plates prepared by our chef, Joe Marx.

Details:

• Date: Friday, March 22
• Time: 7:00 p.m.
• $40/participant (includes dinner, beer, tax and gratuity)
• Registration is available online

Event Info:

• Date: Saturday, March 30th and Sunday, March 31st
• Location: U.S. National Whitewater Center

Registration:

• $30 – Through Thursday, March 28th
• Register on-site at USNWC Kayak Center or call 704-391-3900 x192

Race Schedule:
Friday, March 29th

• 5:00 p.m. – Racers meeting, bib pick-up at Kayak Center

Saturday, March 30th

• 8:00 a.m. – Race Day bib pick-up at Kayak Center
• 9:00 a.m. – Slalom Race Starts

Sunday, March 31st

• 9:00 a.m. – Slalom Race Starts
• 1:00 p.m. – Awards at Kayak Center

Results:

• Overall Results (pdf)

Volunteering: Interested in volunteering? Contact Dave Hepp at dhepp@usnwc.org

Sponsors

Additional Event Info:

• All participants must sign the USNWC waiver before participating
• Participants must be present to accept awards. Awards will not be mailed
• Locker rooms are located at the main USNWC River Center
• Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable
• Event will proceed rain or shine unless conditions are deemed unsafe by the Race Organizer
• All guests are required to pay a $5 parking fee at the USNWC unless guest has an annual parking pass. Annual parking passes are available through the USNWC for $40

To view details about each event for Tuck Fest click here.

Event Info:

• Date: April 19th, 20th, & 21st, 2013
• Location: U.S. National Whitewater Center
• Cost: Tuck Fest attendance is free to the general public
  • Races/Competitions require registration fee

Event Schedule:
Friday, April 19th

• 6:45 pm – Family Obstacle Race, presented by Charlotte Parent
• 6:45 pm – Twilight Obstacle Race
• 7:00 pm – Larry Keel & Natural Bridge
• 8:00 pm – Giant Kayak Slalom
• 9:00 pm – The SteelDrivers
• 9:30 pm – Wake Boarding Session, presented by Shred Ready

Saturday, April 20th

• 9:00 am – 10K Trail Race, presented by Salomon
• 9:00 am – Half Marathon Trail Race, presented by Salomon
• 10:00 am – Flatwater SUP Race (2mi & 4mi)
• 12:00 pm – Climbing Challenge & Demo
• 12:00 pm – Mountain Bike Super G
• 1:00 pm – Riverboard Head-to-Head
• 1:00 pm – Kids Obstacle Race, presented by Charlotte Parent
• 1:30 pm – Cornhole Tournament
• 2:00 pm – Fruition
• 2:00 pm – Whitewater SUP Competition, presented by Glide
• 2:30 pm – Kids 2K Trail Race, presented by Charlotte Parent
• 3:00 pm – Short Track Mountain Bike Race
• 4:00 pm – David Wax Museum
• 5:00 pm – Riverboard Surf Competition
• 6:00 pm – Humming House
• 7:00 pm – Riverboard Endurance Race
• 7:15 pm – Whitewater Kayaking Head-to-Head
• 7:15 pm – Whitewater Rafting Head-to-Head, presented by Maravia
• 8:00 pm – Carolina Chocolate Drops
• 8:30 pm – Wake Boarding Session, presented by Shred Ready

Sunday, April 21st

• 11:00 am – Kids Slalom Exhibition
• 12:00 pm – Dirty Dozen Mountain Bike Race
• 2:00 pm – Quadzilla Relay Race
• 2:00 pm – The Infamous Stringdusters (1st set)
• 3:30 pm – KinderMourn’s Hope Floats Duck Race
• 4:00 pm – The Infamous Stringdusters (2nd set)

Ongoing Festival Events

• Slack Lining
• Can Jam

Kindermourn’s 9th Annual Hope Floats Duck Race

The U.S. National Whitewater Center is proud to host KinderMourn’s 9th Annual Hope Floats Duck Race from 2-5 p.m. on April 21. Over 15,000 sunglass-wearing rubber ducks will be dropped into the Competition Channel at the USNWC to race at 3:30 p.m. Members of the community will adopt these ducks for $5 each, offering financial support for a worthy cause.

These yellow rubber duckies can teach us amazing things about the power of hope. For grieving children and bereaved parents in the Charlotte area, these adorable ducks offer the assurance that no one is turned away from KinderMourn because of an inability to pay for counseling services they receive after the devastating death of a loved one.

For more information or to adopt a duck, please visit KinderMourn.

Cornhole Tournament:

The Cornhole Tournament will take place on Belmont Abbey Island at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 20. Pre-registration is recommended ($30 per team) as day-of registration will only be offered if space is available. First place winners will receive a pair of 2013 AllSport Season Passes; second place will receive two pairs of sunglasses by Smith Optics; third place will receive two AllSport Day Passes. Click here (pdf) for USNWC Cornhole rules.

Tuck Fest VIP Passes

We are offering a limited number of VIP passes that allow guests to experience Tuck Fest from a VIP section that provides an incredible view of the facility, one meal and access to a private bar (drinks included).

VIP Schedule

Saturday, April 20th (purchase):

• 1:30 pm – VIP section opens through music’s end

Additional Festival Info:

• Events will proceed rain or shine unless conditions are deemed unsafe by USNWC Management
• All guests are required to pay a $5 parking fee at the USNWC unless guest has an annual parking pass. Annual parking passes are available through the USNWC for $40

Volunteering: Interested in volunteering? Contact Adam Bratton at abratton@usnwc.org

• $35 – Registration Available Online through Wednesday, April 17th
• $40 – Competition Day (April 19th, 20th, and 21st)
• Registration fee allows you to participate in as many races as you like throughout the weekend
  • Please let us know which events you are planning to participating in during registration
  • Each pre-registered participant will be entered into a drawing for a pair of tickets to Floyd Fest. Two winners will be chosen.
• Shirts are only guaranteed to those who pre-register

Tuck Fest Event Map: Additional Event/Competition Info:

• Overall Male and Female winner of each race/competition will receive a free entry into one (1) 2013 Whitewater Race Series race
• Additional awards vary from event to event
• Space is limited in each race – Registration is closed once race sells out
• Due to the large number of events, we will be scoring competitions based on order of completion and not a standard timing system
  • If you want your time during any event, keep record personally
• ALL Participants must check in to the main participant check in to obtain a competition bib prior to competing in any event
  • You MUST have a race bib to participate in any activity
  • Each event will have a separate check in location prior to the event starting
• One race bib per participant. Note: race bib will be used for all events throughout the weekend – you are responsible for your race bib
• Race bib must be visible and worn on the front of shirt to receive an accurate finishing place/score
• One festival shirt per registration
• Festival T-Shirts are only guaranteed to those who pre-register
• Space is limited in each race – Registration is closed once race sells out
• All participants must sign the USNWC waiver online (during registration) or in person on-site before participating in any event
• Participants must be present to accept awards. Awards will not be mailed
• Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable
• There will be no gear/bag check at the start/finish lines for the events
• Locker rooms and showers are located at the main USNWC River Center
• Headphones, iPods, MP3 players, etc are discouraged for the safety of all participants
• Remain attentive and courteous at all times, trails will be open to other competitors, runners, hikers and bikers throughout the entirety of the festival
• No pets allowed while competing in events
• The USNWC does not conduct trail rescues in the event of an emergency. Participants are encouraged to call 911 THEN notify event staff if an emergency is encountered

Family Obstacle Race, presented by Charlotte Parent – Friday 6:45 p.m.

Click here for results.

• A fun and challenging scavenger-type obstacle race for the family throughout the Whitewater center property (see course map)
• Teams of 3 – 6
• Check in: 6:00 p.m. at the Adventure Pavilion (see map for location)
• Majority of the team members must be registered participants. Ex: A team of 3 must have at least 2 members registered. A team of 5 must have at least 3 members registered
• All team members must start and finish together

Twilight Obstacle Race – Friday 6:45 p.m.

Click here for results.

• Test your physical/mental strength and coordination after sunset while attempting to complete the scavenger type obstacle race (see course map)
• Teams of 3-6 people
• Check in: 6:00 p.m. at the Adventure Pavilion (see map for location)
• Majority of the team members must be registered participants. Ex: A team of 3 must have at least 2 members registered. A team of 5 must have at least 3 members registered
• All team members must start and finish together
• Team members are encouraged to wear headlamps as a portion of the course will take place after sunset

Giant Kayak Slalom – Friday 8:00 p.m.

Click here for results.

• Downhill skiing meets whitewater kayaking in a fast-paced time trial through Big Drop, the largest rapid in the Competition Channel
• All boat designs welcome, two runs per competitor. Best run counts with 1 second penalty per touch
• Check in: 7:00 p.m. at the Kayak Center (see map for location)
• Participants are encouraged to bring their own gear
• Limited number of kayaks are available for rent, first come first serve day of – $20 rental fee

10K Trail Race, presented by Salomon – Saturday 9:00 a.m.

Click here for results.

• 10K trail race through the USNWC system (see course map)
• Check in: 8:00 a.m. at the Adventure Pavilion (see map for location)
• See map for course

Half Marathon Trail Race, presented by Salomon – Saturday 9:00 a.m.

Click here for results.

• Half Marathon trail race through the USNWC system (see course map)
• Check in: 8:00 a.m. at the Adventure Pavilion (see map for location)
• See map for course

Flatwater SUP Race (2mi/4mi) – Saturday 10:00 a.m.

Click here for results (2mi).

Click here for results (4mi).

• A lap-based stand-up paddleboard race on the Catawba River
• Mass start at the Flatwater Dock (see map for location)
• See map for course (see map for location)
• Race will be broken up into two classes: Recreational 2-mile and Pro 4-mile
• Check in: 8:30 a.m. at the Kayak Center (see map for location)
• Participants are encouraged to bring their own gear
• Limited number of SUPs available for rent, first come first serve morning of – $20 rental fee

Climbing Challenge & Demo – Saturday 12:00 p.m.

• Bouldering demo followed by climbing competition to the top of the Climbing Center Spire
• Check in: 11:30 a.m. at the Trail Center (see map for location)

Mountain Bike Super G – Saturday 12:00 p.m.

Click here for results.

• A short course ski-style slalom race for mountain bikes weaving up & down the Gas Line trail (see course map)
• Check in: 11:30 a.m. at the Trail Center (see map for location)
• See map for course
• Participants are encouraged to bring their own gear
• Bikes are available for rent at the Trail Center, first come first serve day of – $20 rental fee

Riverboard Head-to-Head – Saturday 1:00 p.m.

• Head-to-head style riverboard race in the Competition Channel with winner advancing to the next round
• Check in: 12:00 p.m. at the Kayak Center (see map for location)
• Participants must bring their own gear

Kids Obstacle Race, presented by Charlotte Parent – Saturday 1:00 p.m.

Click here for results.

• Timed race for kids through the Obstacle Challenge Course that tests speed and strength
• This race is reserved for kids 45lb and over and ages 16 and under
• Active parental support is encouraged on and off the course
• Check in: 12:30 p.m. at the Trail Center (see map for location)

Whitewater SUP Competition, presented by Glide – Saturday 2:00 p.m.

Click here for results.

• Each competitor gets one timed run down the Wilderness Channel.
• Head to Head runs to follow based on rankings from timed run; top two advance
• Check in 1:00 p.m. at the Kayak Center (see map for location)
• Participants are encouraged to bring their own gear
• Limited number of SUPs available for rent, first come first serve day of – $20 rental fee

Kids 2K Trail Race, presented by Charlotte Parent – Saturday 2:30 p.m.

Click here for results.

• Fun and exciting trail race for kids (see course map)
• This race is reserved for ages 6-16
• Active parental support is encouraged on and off the trail
• Check in: 2:00 p.m. at the Adventure Pavilion (see map for location)
• See map for course

Short-Track Mountain Bike Race – Saturday 3:00 p.m.

Click here for results.

• Lap-based alternative mountain bike race throughout the Lake Loop trail (see course map)
• Check in: 2:00 p.m. at the Trail Center (see map for location)
• Participants are encouraged to bring their own gear
• Bikes are available for rent at the Trail Center, first come first serve day of – $20 rental fee

Riverboard Surf Competition – Saturday 5:00 p.m.

• Riverboard surf-off on various waves throughout the Wilderness Channel
• Check in: 4:30 p.m. at the Kayak Center (see map for location)
• Participants must bring their own gear

Riverboard Endurance Race – Saturday 7:00 p.m.

• Endurance challenge looping through both the Wilderness and Competition channels
• Check in: 6:30pm at the Kayak Center (see map for location)
• Participants must bring their own gear

Whitewater Kayak Head-to-Head, presented by Lake James Crescent Communities – Saturday 7:15 p.m.

Click here for results.

• Each competitor gets one timed run down Competition Channel
• Head to Head runs to follow based on rankings from timed runs, top two advance
• Check in: 6:00pm at the Kayak Center (see map for location)
• Participants are encouraged to bring their own gear
• Limited number of kayaks are available for rent, first come first serve day of – $20 rental fee

Whitewater Rafting Head-to-Head, presented by Maravia – Saturday 7:15 p.m.

Click here for results.

• Eight-ball style rodeo raft race down Competition Channel
• 3 rafts per heat, two person teams in rodeo rafts, top two advance
• Check in: 6:00pm at the Kayak Center (see map for location)
• Rafts, PFDs and paddles provided by USNWC

Kids Slalom Exhibition – Sunday 11:00 a.m.

Click here for results.

• Slalom race on the Rodeo and Instructional channels
• Beginner slalom on instructional and intermediate slalom on Rodeo
• Play boat and mystery move contest to follow
• Check in: 9:30 a.m. at the Kayak Center (see map for location)
• This event is reserved for ages 18 and under
• Active parental support is encouraged in and out of the water
• Participants are encouraged to bring their own gear
• Kayaks are available for rent, first come first serve day of – $20 rental fee

Dirty Dozen Mountain Bike Race – Sunday 12:00 p.m.

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• This 12-mile trail ride is a challenging course weaving through the USNWC Trail System complete with 12 obstacles that will put your endurance and strength to the test (see course map)
• Check in: 11:00 a.m. at the Adventure Pavilion (see map for location)
• See map for course
• Participants are encouraged to bring their own gear
• Bikes are available for rent at the Trail Center, first come first serve day of – $20 rental fee

Quadzilla Relay Race, presented by NRS – Sunday 2:00 p.m.

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• Teams of 2 or 3 paddleboard, kayak, bike and raft to the finish with a team of three (see course map)
• Check in: 1:00 p.m. at the Kayak Center (see map for location)
• Majority of the team members must be a registered participant. Ex: A team of 2 must have at least 1 members registered. A team of 3 must have at least 2 members registered.
• All team members must start and finish together
• Participants are encouraged to bring their own equipment with the exception of the raft
• Limited number of SUPs available for rent, first come first serve day of – $20 rental fee
• Limited number of kayaks are available for rent, first come first serve day of – $20 rental fee

Sponsors

www.sevenhandlecircus.com

Formed in 2010, Seven Handle Circus is a six-piece Georgia band that has been critically acclaimed as “bad-ass bluegrass” with the “drive and energy of a rock band.” During their legendary live performances they push the limits of human endurance to send each crowd into a dancing and partying frenzy. Elements of rock, punk and alternative infuse their shows and they have even rocked crowds with rappers such as T-Pain & Yung Joc.

On their debut EP, Whiskey Stills & Sleeping Pills, Seven Handle Circus draws from their love of traditional bluegrass and folk and distills these influences into a modern sound that is all their own. With themes ranging from the fun of drinking to the complexities of life, Seven Handle Circus shares the beauty of the music they love, along with plenty of new surprises.

The band is already following in the footsteps of some wildly successful alternative acts that use elements of bluegrass to create a modern style of music. Whiskey Stills & Sleeping Pills was recorded in Asheville, NC at Echo Mountain studio, whose clients include cutting-edge artists like the Avett Brothers. Last May, the band headlined Chattanooga, Tennessee’s acclaimed Nightfall Concert Series, where Bela Fleck and the Flecktones and Nickel Creek played before breaking wide open. Last year, Mumford & Sons invited the band to play at The Fox Theater in Atlanta after the platinum-selling Englishmen just happened upon an acoustic set 7HC was playing at the bar next door to the historic theater.

The band members, all of whom began playing as young kids and have formal training, are accomplished musicians, and they display this faithfully with their tight performances and fluent picking.

Details:

• Every Thursday evening, May through September
• Distance:
  • 1.5 mile option
  • 3 mile option
  • 6 mile option
• Price: Free and open to the public

Schedule:

• 6:15 p.m. – Runners meet at Trail Center
• 6:30 p.m. – Run begins

Course Map:

The USNWC is the place to be this Memorial Day weekend. Come to race, play outside or just relax and enjoy the music and fireworks. The Memorial Day Celebration is part of the Whitewater River Jam series.

Event Details:

• Date: Sunday, May 26
• Price: Free and open to the public

Event Schedule:

• 9:00 a.m. – Memorial Day 5-mile and 8-mile Trail Race
• 4:00 p.m. – Jesse Dee
• 6:00 p.m. – Bonerama
• 8:00 p.m. – Marc Broussard
• Dark – Fireworks Display

Memorial Day Celebration VIP Passes

We are offering a limited number of VIP passes that allow guests to experience our Memorial Day celebration from a VIP section that provides an incredible view of the facility, one meal and access to a private bar (drinks included). Click here to purchase a VIP pass.

Memorial Day Trail Race

Kick off Memorial Day weekend with a challenging 5 or 8-mile race through the USNWC trail system. Awards will be given to the top three finishers in various age categories. Race details can be found here.

Event Info:

• Date: Sunday, May 26th, 2013
• Location: U.S. National Whitewater Center
• Distance: 5 & 8 mile options
  • View 5-mile course map
  • View 8-mile course map

Registration: Available Online

• $27 (either distance) – Through May 23rd
• $37 (either distance) – Race Day Registration
• Race giveaways are only guaranteed to those who pre-registered

Race Day Schedule:

• 8:00am – Race Day Registration and Packet Pickup Begins
• 8:45am – Race Day Registration and Packet Pickup Ends
• 9:00am – 5 Mile Race Starts
• 9:05am – 8 Mile Race Starts
• 11:00am – Course Closes

Post Race: Be sure to stick around after the race for food, drinks, raffle prizes and awards as well as the USNWC’s annual Memorial Day celebration capped off by fireworks at dark.

Awards: Will be given to the top 3 finishers in the following categories

• Male/Female 19 and under
• Male/Female 20-24
• Male/Female 25-29
• Male/Female 30-34
• Male/Female 35-39
• Male/Female 40-44
• Male/Female 45 and better

Course Maps:

Volunteering: Interested in volunteering? Contact Adam Bratton at abratton@usnwc.org

Sponsors:

Additional Event Info:

• Race giveaways are only guaranteed to those who pre-register
• All participants must sign the USNWC waiver before participating
• Participants must be present to accept awards. Awards will not be mailed
• Race bib must be visible and worn on the front of shirt to receive an accurate time
• Participants must bring ID to consume alcohol during post-race
• Aid Station will be located at … TBD
• Locker rooms are located at the main USNWC River Center
• Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable
• There will be no gear/bag check at the start/finish for this race
• Event will proceed rain or shine unless conditions are deemed unsafe by the Race Director
• All guests are required to pay a $5 parking fee at the USNWC unless guest has an annual parking pass. Annual parking passes are available through the USNWC for $40
• Headphones, iPods, MP3 players, etc are discouraged for the safety of all participants
• Remain attentive and courteous at all times, trails will be open to other runners, hikers and bikers
• No pets allowed on the course
• The USNWC does not conduct trail rescues in the event of an emergency. Participants are encouraged to call 911 THEN notify event staff if an emergency is encountered

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