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Kayak Adventures—5 Warm-Weather Escapes To Try Right Now

Kayak Adventures—5 Warm-Weather Escapes To Try Right Now

Just because Old Man Winter is rearing his balaclava-covered head, doesn't mean you have to hang up your paddle. From sea kayaking along warm,…
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Paddle Your Way To See The Best Fall Colors

Paddle Your Way To See The Best Fall Colors

It’s hard not to get a scenic vista when you’re paddling. Throw in the changing colors of autumn, however, and you’re in for a real…
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7 Colorful Canoe Trips to Try This Fall

7 Colorful Canoe Trips to Try This Fall

There are few better ways to witness the fabulous fiery colors of fall than from the water. The air is crisp and reflections from the foliage dance…
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5 Great Paddleboarding Spots in North Carolina

5 Great Paddleboarding Spots in North Carolina

Paddleboarding is a therapeutic sport. In the beautiful waters of North Carolina, with its scenic views of surrounding nature, you’ll embark on…
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6 Terrific Whitewater Parks in America

6 Terrific Whitewater Parks in America

Rafting down mountain rivers is nothing short of addicting, but it’s not your only option for thrills. Whitewater parks are sprinkled…
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5 Exhilarating Jet Skiing Spots in North Carolina

5 Exhilarating Jet Skiing Spots in North Carolina

Grab the sunscreen, hats, and towels because here in North Carolina, a day on the lake can be the best form of therapy and the best way to make…
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The Best Reasons You Should Try Wakeboarding This Summer

The Best Reasons You Should Try Wakeboarding This Summer

If you’re a fan of water skiing or tubing out on the lake on a hot summer day, wakeboarding might be the next sport for you. Not only is this…
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5 Amazing Water Trails You Need To Try Right Now!

5 Amazing Water Trails You Need To Try Right Now!

Mountains have them, municipalities have them, so why shouldn’t waterways have them as well? I’m talking about trails that keep you on a…
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8 Common Sense Tips for Buying Your First Boat

8 Common Sense Tips for Buying Your First Boat

A boat, even if it’s a small used one, can be a big purchase. Boat ownership entails a lot of responsibility and can be expensive, as well. If…
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5 Excellent Places for Beginners to Kayak in North Carolina

5 Excellent Places for Beginners to Kayak in North Carolina

Experience the great outdoors from the ideal vantage point: On top of a kayak. Kayaking is easily one of the most enjoyable activities to take up…
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10 Essential Pieces of Gear for Paddle-Sports Beginners

10 Essential Pieces of Gear for Paddle-Sports Beginners

Feeling ready to dip a paddle into some cool waters this summer?  Take your pick from kayaking, canoeing or stand-up paddleboarding….but…
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Kayak Safety: 5 Essential Survival Skills to Know

Kayak Safety: 5 Essential Survival Skills to Know

Sitting atop a kayak on the water is a great way to experience nature from a new vantage point. Whether you're embarking on a leisurely journey on a…
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How to Prepare for a Canoe Camping Trip

How to Prepare for a Canoe Camping Trip

Canoe camping transforms a regular old camping trip into a more adventurous excursion, but it's pivotal to take the steps to properly prepare. You…
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Paddle Games—3 Fun Games To Play On The Water

Paddle Games—3 Fun Games To Play On The Water

“I Spy”: (“I spy something green, something wet, etc.”) – perhaps make a rule that it can only be something people…
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5 Best Whitewater Day Trips In America

5 Best Whitewater Day Trips In America

Summer is here and now is the best time to enjoy a whitewater adventure with friends and family. Outfitted trips can be found all across the U.S. and…
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Events Near Tar Heel NC

First Day Hike at Jones Lake State Park

Wednesday, Jan 1, 2025 at 10:00am
Jones Lake State Park
Elizabethtown, NC
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First Day Hike at Lumber River State Park

Wednesday, Jan 1, 2025 at 10:00am
Lumber River State Park
Orrum, NC
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First Day Hike at Singletary Lake State Park

Wednesday, Jan 1, 2025 at 2:00pm
Singletary Lake State Park
Kelly, NC
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First Day Hike at Lake Waccamaw State Park

Wednesday, Jan 1, 2025 at 2:00pm
Lake Waccamaw State Park
Lake Waccamaw, NC
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Be Their Voice 5k

Saturday, Jan 25, 2025 at 9:00am
Methodist University
Fayetteville, NC
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Ducks Unlimited - Robeson County Banquet

Ducks Unlimited - Robeson County Banquet

Saturday, Feb 8, 2025 at 5:30pm
Southeastern AG Center
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Three Rivers Chapter Banquet

Three Rivers Chapter Banquet

Saturday, Feb 22, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Whiteville, NC
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Ducks Unlimited - Bladen County Banquet

Ducks Unlimited - Bladen County Banquet

Saturday, Feb 22, 2025 at 6:00pm
The Venue at the Grand Regal Resort
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Ducks Unlimited - Cumberland County Banquet

Ducks Unlimited - Cumberland County Banquet

Saturday, Mar 29, 2025 at 5:30pm
Studio 215
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Lumber River NWTF Banquet

Lumber River NWTF Banquet

Thursday, Apr 3, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Lumberton, NC
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Sandhills NWTF Banquet

Sandhills NWTF Banquet

Saturday, Jun 7, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Hope Mills, NC
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