Paddle on the Chattahoochee - Roswell - Fri, Aug 29 2025

REGISTRATION & PAYMENT REQUIRED: Once you've reviewed the event details, and decided you'd like to join us, you MUST sign up at the bottom of this page. This is a paid event with payment managed through the AOC. Please read the event description carefully for details; you will be given payment instructions after you sign up. Late payments are NOT accepted for this event, in any circumstance.



Paddle on the Chattahoochee - Roswell


The Basics:
Event Type:Water
Event Location: Roswell GA   Water: Paddle on the Chattahoochee - Roswell  National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Fri, Aug 29 2025  8:30 am >> Fri, Aug 29 2025 1:00 pm
Registration Opens: Sun, Aug 17 2025 5:00 pm
Registration Cut Off: Wed, Aug 27 2025 3:00 pm
Event Duration:4 Hours 30 Minutes
Difficulty Rating:D3: Moderate
Distance:8 Miles
Pace:Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Dolores H
Lisbelle C
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Member Cost:$103.32/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:15
Minimum Group Size:8
Number Registered So Far: 4 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:

Let's start the holiday weekend with an end-of-summer paddling event. Nantahala Outdoor Center Azalea Drive Outpost in Roswell, GA is handling all the work so we can just have fun. We will gather at the Azalea Drive Outpost at 8:30 am to get our sit-on-top kayaks, paddles, and PFDs. NOC will then shuttle us to Garrard Landing. We'll launch from Garrard Landing and float/paddle downstream back to the Azalea Drive Outpost. Our route will take us past many of the places the AOC hikes - Garrard Landing, Island Ford, Don White Park, Riverside Park, Roswell Riverwalk, etc. It's a beautiful section of the river. You will appreciate the different view of these familiar places from the river. 

This event is suitable for beginners. We will be traveling downstream so the 'force' will be with us. There will be some shoals along the way, mostly flat water. NOC allocates 4 hours for this event. We can get out of our boats at Island Ford to stretch our legs and get a snack, if desired.

Everyone on the event needs to be comfortable being on moving water. In the event you unintentionally get out of your boat, you need to be comfortable with being in the water and taking care of yourself until assistance from your fellow paddlers comes. We want everyone and all their equipment to start and finish this event. We also want everyone to have fun!

Please note: No alcohol. No smoking - any form.

Payment is due within 48  hours of your signing up. If you don't pay within 48 hours of signing up, you will be automatically moved to the waiting list.   See Cancellation Policy below for more details. 


Required Items to Bring:

Just yourself, a smile, and essential gear (provided by the NOC)

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.

        

Clothing for the river. Clothing for after the river. We can change clothes at the Azalea Park restrooms adjacent the the outpost. Dress for the weather

Tip ($) money for those working hard to make sure we don’t have to. Suggested amount of $5 per person. Lisbelle is happy to collect for the group and give it to the NOC staff after the event 

Foot protection - NO Flip-Flops!

Paddling gloves

Water and snacks in unbreakable containers. 

Sunscreen, hat and sunglasses. 

Waterproof watch.

Waterproof camera.

Use your vehicle as a locker for unneeded items while you're on the river. Car keys can be left at the outpost. You can use a trustworthy dry bag as well.

 

DO NOT BRING:

Alcoholic beverages

Anything glass

Radios, non-waterproof cameras 

Cigarettes, Vape pens

 


How to Get There:
Event Directions:

Address: 203 Azalea Dr Roswell GA 30075

 

 


Notes:
Important information for paid events in which payment is managed through the AOC:

     - Payment must be received by the payment due date and prior to participation in the event.

     - Some paid events require a minimum number of registered participants. If that number is not met, the event will be canceled and refunds will be issued to those who have already paid.

     - Third-party vendors often require damage deposits. Each registrant agrees to be liable for and required to reimburse the Atlanta Outdoor Club for any withheld deposits due to the actions of or damages caused by that registrant.

     - No partial payments. All registrants must pay the posted Member Cost regardless of any agreement you may have with any party involved in the event.

     - Read the event description carefully for additional information, and contact the trip leader(s) with any questions.

* We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines while participating in AOC events.

Cost & Payment:
Member Cost:$103.32/Person
Cost Includes:

Kayak rental, paddle, PFD and shuttle

 

There is a non-refundable $5 AOC services fee. See Cancellation policy for more details.

Payment Cut Off:Payment must be received by the AOC on Wed, Aug 27 2025.
Make a Payment:Click here for the details. PLEASE PAY AFTER YOU HAVE SIGNED UP BELOW.

Cancellation/Partial Attendance:   Please review the AOC cancellation policy.
*Note:

Payment is due within 48 hours of your signing up. If you don't pay within 48 hours of signing up, you will be automatically moved to the waiting list.   See Cancellation Policy below for more details. If you cancel on or before registration cutoff, you will receive a full refund less the $5 AOC administrative fee. If conditions do not allow us to get on the river, you will receive a full refund less the $5 AOC administrative fee. PayPal is the only acceptable payment method.

This event is rain or shine unless extreme weather is forecast. Dress for the weather.