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Book your spot now for the 2013 ‘Save the French Broad Float’


Press release


from French Broad Riverkeeper

It’s time to register for the 2013 “Save the French Broad Float”!

Join the Western North Carolina Alliance for a guided tour of the French Broad River Paddle Trail starting June 8 for two, four, five, or nine days down the beautiful French Broad River. This trip always sells out, so we strongly encourage early registration.

We have several options to choose from:

· $575 for all nine days, $600 after June 2
· $375 for five days (Saturday-Wednesday)
· $325 for four days (Wednesday-Sunday)
· $175 for two days, Sat June 8-Sun June 9

WNCA members will receive a $25 discount for the week. Waterkeeper Alliance members will receive a $15 discount for the week. To become a member of WNCA, visit http://www.wnca.org.

All meals will be provided for the entire trip, except for dinner out on Sunday, Wednesday, and Friday nights. Free Sweetwater Beer will be provided for registered participants age 21 and older after each day of paddling. Participants are welcome to bring other food and drink options that will be transported by van to each camping location.
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