The 2010 Nantahala Open will be held Saturday, April 17th. This is the 7th annual open and we look forward to this one being even better!
Wave Sport has already pledged its generous support to the event. Bryan Kirk and the Wave Sport team have marked their calendars. And as we have more updates we will be updating the blog.
We look forward to another great event!
Friday, December 25, 2009
Saturday, May 2, 2009
Nantahala Open Fun Facts
$332.00
The amount of money raised during the Nantahala Open for Team River Runner.
50
Number of participants in the Open (limited only by the fact that we ran out of registration forms and later memory on the hard drive and size of keg)
75%
Male Participants to Female.
Boat Brands:
Wave Sport – 11
Liquid Logic – 4
Dagger – 8
13
Number of Initial Category Winners. Categories were inspired by individuals throughout the day. Coming up with awards is half the fun.
The amount of money raised during the Nantahala Open for Team River Runner.
50
Number of participants in the Open (limited only by the fact that we ran out of registration forms and later memory on the hard drive and size of keg)
75%
Male Participants to Female.
Boat Brands:
Wave Sport – 11
Liquid Logic – 4
Dagger – 8
13
Number of Initial Category Winners. Categories were inspired by individuals throughout the day. Coming up with awards is half the fun.
Thursday, April 23, 2009
How to win the Nantahala Open Grand Prize
Participate in the event is all!
The Nantahala Open is this Saturday, April 25th. The Nantahala Open is a super fun, non-competitive event in which Team WaveSport & ERA provide moral support and video coverage to all registered participants as they run through Nantahala Falls. Putting together a collection of the days’ runs, categories such as “best freestyle line through the Falls; best surf in top hole; cutest participant; best self-rescue…” are created. The awards ceremony will be conducted after screening the video during the post-river party at Endless River Adventures (eta: right at dusk) and incredible prizes will be given away thanks to the amazing group of industry sponsors.
Announcing the grand prize!
A Wave Sport boat will be given away to the winner of the raffle. To be a part of the raffle, you just have to participate in the event and your name is automatically included. and yes, you must be present to win.
New this year: fund raising for Team River Runner. NanOpen participants may purchase additional $10 raffle tickets (maximum of five additional). All the proceeds will go to TRR. And each ticket increases your chance of winning the boat!
Not paddling the Nantahala Saturday? Stop in for a beverage, brownie and good fun. The NanOpen video typically provides some of the best kayak footage/narration around!
The Nantahala Open is this Saturday, April 25th. The Nantahala Open is a super fun, non-competitive event in which Team WaveSport & ERA provide moral support and video coverage to all registered participants as they run through Nantahala Falls. Putting together a collection of the days’ runs, categories such as “best freestyle line through the Falls; best surf in top hole; cutest participant; best self-rescue…” are created. The awards ceremony will be conducted after screening the video during the post-river party at Endless River Adventures (eta: right at dusk) and incredible prizes will be given away thanks to the amazing group of industry sponsors.
Announcing the grand prize!
A Wave Sport boat will be given away to the winner of the raffle. To be a part of the raffle, you just have to participate in the event and your name is automatically included. and yes, you must be present to win.
New this year: fund raising for Team River Runner. NanOpen participants may purchase additional $10 raffle tickets (maximum of five additional). All the proceeds will go to TRR. And each ticket increases your chance of winning the boat!
Not paddling the Nantahala Saturday? Stop in for a beverage, brownie and good fun. The NanOpen video typically provides some of the best kayak footage/narration around!
Saturday the 25th is the Open!
The 5th annual Nantahala Open is gearing up for this Saturday, April 25th.
For those who have not participated in the event in previous years, the line up is easy:
*Team Wave Sport and ERA will be at the staging area above the Falls from 10AM to 4PM. They will have all sorts of Wave Sport boats available for demo.
*Head out to paddle the river and have a great day!
*When you reach Nantahala Falls, stop back by the staging area to register.
*Have fun running the Falls! The event is totally non-competitive, so winning
categories will include such things as best eddy hopping through the rapid, best freestyle move, nicest surf in top hole, best self-rescue below the falls, most creative craft through the falls.....and whatever comes up during the day that might deserve an award!
*The head up to Endless River Adventures for beverages, hanging out and fun.
*The highlight of the evening will be when we show the video of the day's runs.
*And then the awards ceremony!
We look forward to a great time on and off the river this weekend!
For those who have not participated in the event in previous years, the line up is easy:
*Team Wave Sport and ERA will be at the staging area above the Falls from 10AM to 4PM. They will have all sorts of Wave Sport boats available for demo.
*Head out to paddle the river and have a great day!
*When you reach Nantahala Falls, stop back by the staging area to register.
*Have fun running the Falls! The event is totally non-competitive, so winning
categories will include such things as best eddy hopping through the rapid, best freestyle move, nicest surf in top hole, best self-rescue below the falls, most creative craft through the falls.....and whatever comes up during the day that might deserve an award!
*The head up to Endless River Adventures for beverages, hanging out and fun.
*The highlight of the evening will be when we show the video of the day's runs.
*And then the awards ceremony!
We look forward to a great time on and off the river this weekend!
Monday, April 20, 2009
Boatertalk Lends their Support to the Open
A big thanks to Boatertalk-not just for providing a forum for spreading the word about a great community event, but for donating memberships as prizes to go to participants of the 2009 Nantahala Open.
Much appreciated!
Heinzelmännchen of Beer of Choice for the Open!
Heinzelmännchen Brewery is Sylva's own microbrewery. And an ERA favorite for special events. Make sure you stop in for the post-river party Saturday night. We will have beer and snacks, music, and of course night's feature: the 2009 Nantahala Open video, followed by the awards ceremony.
Monday, April 13, 2009
Sore Muscles gone at Lakeview Lodge
Lakeview Lodge- the Gorge's "rustic chic resort and spa" is donating their support to the 2009 Nantahala Open with a spa package that will help work out a lucky participant's paddling aches & pains.
The community is really coming together to support this great event!
Supporting Souful Lifestyles: Team Scum
from the force behind supporting soulful lifestyles and the homegrown film festival comes more support for the 2009 Nantahala Open from TeamScum!
TeamScum is a great group of southeastern boys making cool apparel. They always make our river staff look good with their designs, and you will too if you win any of their schwag donated to the Open. Thanks guys!
Friday, April 10, 2009
Situated on a mountain shelf overlooking the quiet village of Bryson City and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the Fryemont Inn offers you secluded comfort and excellent dining, warm fireplaces and scenic vistas. Not your typical bed and breakfast, the Fryemont is a true country inn. The beautiful bark-covered building was built in 1923 and is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. From the moment you enter the lobby you will feel transported back in time. The chestnut paneled walls, the doors open to the fresh mountain air and the rocking chair porch overlooking the Great Smoky Mountains National Park will invite you in, soothe and relax you.
Team ERA's favorite hangout the Fryemont Inn in downtown Bryson City has added a diiner for two prize for the Nantahala Open. We recommend the trout :-)
Three cheers to NRS! Our Moscow, ID friends have fired up support for the Nantahala Open for the 5th year in a row.
Established in 1972; 2000 Dollars, a Garage, and a Dream
Bill Park's original little company has turned into one of the cornerstone's of whitewater. We would not be rafting down the river without their help!
Thanks so much guys!
Styl'n Up the Nantahala Open
The Nantahala Gorge's premier lodge-the Nantahala Village and Resort (restaurant and spa) has committed their support to the 2009 Nantahala Open!With the opening of their new restaurant and remodeled spa, the Gorge is definitely a classier place to hang out. And Nantahala Open participants are going to be spoiled with a dinner for two and spa package.
Sunday, March 22, 2009
Snap Dragon Says "Yes" to Nantahala Open!
SNAP DRAGON DESIGN makes their products in a humble shop just outside of Seattle Washington. From patterning, cutting, sewing and taping they are a hands on company. Rich Wilson started the company in the early 1980’s in his basement, at a time when there was a lack of kayaking accessories to satisfy his own kayaking needs. Mr. Wilson still spends half his day at the sewing machine.
Snap Dragon’s name serves as a tribute to the play wave on the Wenatchee River. The area was a favorite for many Northwest kayakers (which high water washed away in 1992).
Snap Dragon is a tried and true product here at Endless River Adventures; from our retail store to our instruction guests to our instructors and guides since 1994.
Sunday, March 15, 2009
Effort Back Again for the Nantahala Open
Rapid Transit is the collective effort of kayaking filmmakers bringing exciting and new videos to the web on a regular basis. We give our viewers the opportunity to see all our latest video content in the form of short films and energetic, music driven video clips.
Nice to have you back again Spencer!
Shred Ready on for the Nantahala Open!
Shred Ready is a small core company focused on the manufacture of protective gear for sports they participate in: whitewater kayaking, skiing, snowboarding, wakeboarding, kiteboarding, and skateboarding. Shred Ready is more than a helmet company; it is a philosophy for everything they do here in their factory and warehouse (which used to be the local feed and seed store). It is about always being READY to have fun, progress and do things better than they have been done in the past.
It's nice to have you on board again Shred Ready!
Level Six Supports the 2009 Nantahala Open!
Level Six had its modest beginnings back in 1997 during an eight month surfing trip from Vancouver, British Columbia to San Jose, Costa Rica. Founders Stig & Tyler took some time to train, surf and paddle in the winter months in Costa Rica preparing for National Team Trials. While there, an idea to create a line of apparel for paddlers was born. Level Six believes the paddling world needs an identity of its own and that is what Level Six will continue to provide with innovative distinctive casual apparel and the best working gear on the market.
Thanks Level Six for joining in on the 2009 Nantahala Open!
Stohlquist supports the Nantahala Open!
From the early days in the late 70's when Stohlquist operated in close proximity to the Numbers section of the Arkansas river, the focus has been on making the best possible product. As one of the first companies designing gear for paddlers and one of the few original designers left, Stohlquist continues to lead with innovative products designed for the true water-lover.Thanks Stohlquist for signing on to support the 2009 Nantahala Open!
Sponsors make the Nantahala Open!
One of the best attributes of the Nantahala Open event is the number of great prizes that end up in the hands of participants. We have made it a goal that every participant ends up going away a winner--with a tribute on the video, and a prize in hand. This could not happen without the generous support of our sponsors.
We will sing your praise!
Friday, March 13, 2009
5th Annual Nantahala Open
Endless River Adventures and Wave Sport Host
the Fifth Annual Nantahala Falls Open
With special dedication to Team River Runner
Endless River Adventures and Team Wave Sport, as well as a myriad of industry sponsors are pleased to announce the 5th annual Nantahala Open, to be held on the Nantahala River on Saturday, April 25th, 2009. This year the Nantahala Open will be dedicated to the Augusta Chapter of Team River Runner. A special raffle will be held with proceeds going to the chapter’s equipment fund.
The Nantahala Open has gained the reputation as a fun competition; open to all boaters no matter the experience or ability, consisting of categories for every skill level--and the prizes that go along with them! The competition takes place at Nantahala Falls from 10:00AM through 3:00PM. Following the competition there will be an after party and screening of the day’s footage at Endless River Adventures.
The Endless River team will be joined by members of Team Wave Sport. The group will coordinate the event from the launching pad at Nantahala Falls, with video cameras arranged to film event participants. Categories always include such events as Best Freestyle through the Falls, Best Top Hole Move, Most Creative Eddy Catching, Best Self-Rescue, Best Carnage, Cutest Run—and anything that comes to mind as the day unfolds! In addition, there will be industry-wide support for the event in terms of prizes. Industry sponsors make it possible to award great prizes for all categories. Everyone comes out of the Nantahala Open a winner!
GEAR SWAP. A gear swap area will be set up at the ERA outpost on the day of the Open. Participants and non-participants alike will be able to set up their gear and swap with, or sell to fellow paddlers.
April 25th will be here before you know it so start making plans now and help make the fifth annual Nantahala Open an event that reflects what we all do-- have fun on the river!
the Fifth Annual Nantahala Falls Open
With special dedication to Team River Runner
Endless River Adventures and Team Wave Sport, as well as a myriad of industry sponsors are pleased to announce the 5th annual Nantahala Open, to be held on the Nantahala River on Saturday, April 25th, 2009. This year the Nantahala Open will be dedicated to the Augusta Chapter of Team River Runner. A special raffle will be held with proceeds going to the chapter’s equipment fund.
The Nantahala Open has gained the reputation as a fun competition; open to all boaters no matter the experience or ability, consisting of categories for every skill level--and the prizes that go along with them! The competition takes place at Nantahala Falls from 10:00AM through 3:00PM. Following the competition there will be an after party and screening of the day’s footage at Endless River Adventures.
The Endless River team will be joined by members of Team Wave Sport. The group will coordinate the event from the launching pad at Nantahala Falls, with video cameras arranged to film event participants. Categories always include such events as Best Freestyle through the Falls, Best Top Hole Move, Most Creative Eddy Catching, Best Self-Rescue, Best Carnage, Cutest Run—and anything that comes to mind as the day unfolds! In addition, there will be industry-wide support for the event in terms of prizes. Industry sponsors make it possible to award great prizes for all categories. Everyone comes out of the Nantahala Open a winner!
GEAR SWAP. A gear swap area will be set up at the ERA outpost on the day of the Open. Participants and non-participants alike will be able to set up their gear and swap with, or sell to fellow paddlers.
April 25th will be here before you know it so start making plans now and help make the fifth annual Nantahala Open an event that reflects what we all do-- have fun on the river!
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