Adventures you don't want to miss, on and off the water!
Adventures you don't want to miss, on and off the water!
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Lost Loon Triathlon ~ September 17
Put your boating skills to work in this fun, family-friendly triathlon where race teams bike, tandem canoe and trail run at the 14th annual Lost Loon Triathlon.  

On September 17, outdoor enthusiasts of all ages will compete in spirited fashion to see who can have the most fun at Long Hunter State Park. Join us and become part of Lost Loon lore. All race proceeds benefit TSRA conservation efforts.  

Check out the crazy costumes, learn more and register a team at www.lostloons.com.
Volunteers have fun too, so click here to sign up as a volunteer on race day.  
TSRA Featured on Channel 4 News
TSRA's safety education program was recently featured on WSMV-TV's Channel 4 News (Nashville) for the second time in a month. The News 4 story highlights TSRA's Rescue for Recreational Boaters classes and includes instructor Mike Tossing talking about the importance of educating a growing population of paddlers. Watch the video here.
Tests Connect Groundwater at Gallatin Fossil Plant to Cumberland River
Our congratulations and thanks to Donnie Safer! Way to represent! Front page of the Tennessean!
Obed WaterFest Thank You
A big thanks goes to the TSRA members and friends who volunteered as support boaters on July 22nd to help make this year's Obed WaterFest a success. Your support builds relationships that help us maintain our access to rivers on the Cumberland Plateau. Thanks also to John Schneider for organizing this volunteer opportunity.
Paddler Spotlight: Pat Hurt
Pat Hurt
Pat Hurt participated in the latest Rescue Skills for Recreational Boaters class. Although the “cowboy scramble" deep water re-entry was physically challenging, Pat stayed with it, going beyond what she thought she was capable of doing and successfully completing the re-entry. Pat summarized her experience: "I never thought I would be able to do so many of the things I did today. I planned on just being a spectator on most of the skills. This is great. I have so much more confidence in my ability." Way to go, Pat! 
Find TSRA on social media
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or join TSRA Paddler Chat!

TSRA Paddler Chat is a place where friends and family of the Tennessee Scenic Rivers Association come together to talk about boats and gear, plan paddle trips and tell river stories. 

In order TO JOIN THIS GROUP you must:

1) Request to join the group, and
2) Sign a waiver to acknowledge that the trips we plan here are just groups of Common Adventurers enjoying the river together. 

*The good news is that you can sign this waiver once and it will cover all TSRA Common Adventurer trips from now on! 
TSRA EVENTS
ONLINE CALENDAR
August 10: Mill Creek Kayak Cleanup
August 18-20: Swift Water Rescue
August 26-27: Tuckaseegee/Nantahala Paddle 
September 2-3: Holston River Trip
September 9: Cumberland River Dragon Boat Festival
September 9: Tennessee Lands Celebration
September 17: Lost Loon Triathlon
September 22-24: Nantahala Outdoor Center Guest Appreciation Festival
September 30: Duck River Cleanup
 Swift Water Rescue
August 18-20 Sold Out Wait List Open
Learn how to rescue yourself and your paddling friends. This course doesn't involve paddling, but does include a LOT of swimming.
Tennessee Lands Celebration
Come out to a family-friendly day of fun benefitting the Tennessee Parks and Greenways Foundation! The Tennessee Lands Celebration (formerly Sunset on the South Harpeth) is September 9 at the Big East Fork Retreat Center in Williamson County. Activities will include conservation education and wildlife programming for all ages. Read more on TennGreen's Facebook page and purchase tickets here. 
Recreational Kayaking Training Resources
Several American Canoe Association (ACA) certified trainers offer recreational kayaking training in Middle Tennessee. If you missed taking one of TSRA's beginner classes or want additional training, contact any of the trainers listed on TSRA's training resources page.
Withdrawal of the Clean Water Rule
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Department of Army have proposed withdrawing the Clean Water Rule, which protects drinking water sources for one in three Americans. Read more about this proposal on the American Rivers website and submit your written comments to the EPA by August 28. Help safeguard our rivers and streams and protect clean drinking water sources!
Introduction to Paddling
Introduction to Paddling #3, 2017
Twenty students earned their ducks at the year's third Intro to Paddling class on July 22. Thanks to our fabulous instructors and volunteers who made the day a success.
Rescue Skills for Recreational Boaters
Rescue for Recreational Boaters #3, 2017
We wrapped up the Rescue for Rec Boaters training season with another SOLD OUT class! One of our students summed it up, saying, "I'm going to be so much more confident the next time I get on the water. I can't wait to share what I learned." Yeah, that's it!
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