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ANSWERS
TO OUR MOST ASKED QUESTIONS
1. WHAT DO WE WEAR AND WHAT ELSE SHOULD WE BRING?
In warmer months, a bathing suit, t-shirt and shorts is usually fine
with a pair of appropriate, secure fitting shoes you don’t mind
getting wet. When North Carolina Whitewater
Rafting, you must wear secure shoes that won’t come off
if you fall out of the raft (no slip-ons, flip-flops or barefeet).
In the cooler months, you could bring wool/fleece socks and/or a sweater,
fleece top/pants, Thermax, Polartec, Capilene or a wetsuit. Wet cotton
acts like a refrigerator and therefore is the last thing you want
on a cooler day. We have warm gear available for rent, if needed for
your North Carolina White Water Rafting Trip.
Other things you may want to bring for North
Carolina Rafting are a hat, eyeglass holder, sunscreen, towel
& change of clothes.
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2. WHAT IF IT RAINS?
We go Rain or Shine. You’ll get wet anyway! It’s been
several years since it stormed so bad we had to cancel a North
Carolina Whitewater Rafting trip. It is always a good idea
to throw in your rain jacket just in case, or we have rentals available. |
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3. WHAT TIME SHOULD WE ARRIVE AT THE OUTPOST
FOR OUR TRIP?
Arriving at our outpost at least 30 minutes prior to your scheduled
trip time allows you time to check-in (at the store counter) and get
yourself ready for your rafting trip. Your scheduled TRIP TIME is
the actual time that we start our process to personally fit you into
your life jacket, give instruction and load you onto the bus. If you
are late, you risk being put on a later trip. |
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4. HOW COLD IS THE RIVER?
The Nantahala River is a dam-controlled river. The
water is being pulled from the bottom of Lake Nantahala about 250
feet below the surface. The temperature of the water is in the low
50's year around. |
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5. DO WE NEED A GUIDE?
It is a personal preference. Class III rapids are typically the hardest
you can go on without a guide. However, if you have never been before
it is recommended that you go guided. (Forest Service regulations
do not require a guide to be in every raft for guided trips). Most
of our customers enjoy it on their own; however, several prefer a
guided North Carolina Whitewater Rafting trip. We
are happy to reserve what makes you most comfortable. |
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6. IS IT SAFE?
Statistically your drive here is more dangerous than rafting down
the Nantahala River. We provide you
with thorough instruction, safety equipment and the best possible
service we can. Adventurous Fast Rivers Rafting
has an excellent safety record, but rafting like all outdoor activities
comes with some risk. A signed acknowledgment of risk and liability
release is a prerequisite to rafting with any company. |
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7. WHERE DO WE GO ON THE RIVER & WHAT CAN WE BRING IN
THE RAFT?
Our staff will instruct your group on what to look for and avoid when
going down river. Forest Service regulations prevent coolers on the
river. Too many times it ends up as river trash. If you have been
drinking alcohol you risk a fine, as well as not being permitted to
raft. |
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8. HOW DO WE GET BACK TO FAST RIVERS RAFTING CENTER?
We shuttle you to the put-in (10-minute ride), as well as shuttle
you back from the take-out (2 minute ride). |
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9. DO WE HAVE TO PADDLE?
YES! This is a team effort, the better you paddle together the more
control you have over the raft. To ensure that everyone has the most
fun, you will need to paddle to navigate the best routes and to avoid
rocks. |
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10. HOW OLD DO CHILDREN HAVE TO BE?
Adventurous Fast Rivers Rafting is permitted by the United States
Forest Service. Their regulations limit by weight or age on the Nantahala.
A child must weigh at least 60 pounds or be 7 years of age to raft
on the Nantahala River. This regulation is for your child’s
safety and is strictly enforced. |
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11. CAN WE BRING OUR DOG?
In the interest of everyone’s safety, animals are not permitted
in the rafts. Sorry, neither can we allow pets to be left unattended.
There are several good kennels located near-by that board animals
for the day. We’re happy to put you in touch with them. (Rippling
Waters: 828-488-2091) |
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12. HOW DEEP IS THE RIVER?
The Nantahala River varies in depth from 10 inches to over 10 feet
deep in places. Our instructors will explain why the shallow sections
are by far the more dangerous sections. |
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13. WHAT ARE YOUR HOURS OF OPERATION?
We are open March and April by reservation. May through Labor Day:
7 days a week. After Labor Day through mid-October reservations are
required during the week. Our scheduled trip times are 9:30am, 10:45am,
1:30pm and 2:45pm. HOWEVER, it is best to call for Rafting
Trip Times as they may change depending on the time of year
and the river's dam release schedule. Reservations are recommended
to guarantee you the trip and trip time that you desire.
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14. WHERE CAN I FIND THE RELEASE OF LIABILITY WAIVER FORM?
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15. WILL OUR GROUP BE IN A RAFT WITH ANOTHER GROUP?
No. You raft with the group you come with. We have different sized
crafts to accommodate all group sizes. At times, we can combine small
guided groups but only at the request of all parties involved. Private
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Come & Enjoy
the Fun … Adventurous Fast Rivers Rafting
1-800-GET-RAFT (438-7238)
Quality Service and Economical Pricing is our Specialty!
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