The 70 miles of navigable Haw River, from north of Greensboro to Jordan Lake, is a study in contrasts: dammed sections offer flat water paddling, rocky stretches where Class III water can be found after a rain, Mellow stretches with a current just strong enough to provide enough propulsion to let you concentrate on the river’s jungle-like setting. This is especially true on the 5.5-mile stretch from the Shallow Ford Natural Area to Indian
Valley Paddle Access. To quote our friends at Haw River Canoe & Kayak: “This is a beautiful gentle paddle with a few small rapids to Indian Valley.”
Expert Picks
Scott WoodWhy is a shoe in the travel section? Because, I never knew what shoes to wear to the airport until these came along. They are super comfortable, light, slip on and off easily for TSA, and yet are totally fine for the hotel gym, a morning run or even an unplanned hike. This is the way to go for travel.
Raleigh
Rich ChisholmSuch an easy and fast way to purify water on the trail or on a trip. Easily the fastest and most user friendly water treatment system I have used.
Chapel Hill
Amy QuinnThese flip-flops are so comfortable! Even my husband, who does not like flip-flops, wears these.
Raleigh
Amy QuinnI love this shirt! Nice and lightweight, and not too clingy for those hot summer days. I especially love the floral print!
Raleigh
Rich ChisholmMy workhorse harness ‘biner- big enough for everything you need to clip to it. Hot forged with a bomber lock.
Chapel Hill
Scott WoodI love wet wading in the summer, but there’s stinging nettles, poison ivy, and sun to contend with. These pants dry quickly, allow freedom of movement and are durable enough for some off trail scrambles to those unpressured waters.
Raleigh
Scott WoodFishing the Southern Appalachians in the summer is always done before, after or during a thunderstorm. Simms has taken the handy sling pack we all love and made it totally waterproof with submersible zippers. No more wet dry flies and soggy sandwiches.
Raleigh
Amy QuinnThis is such a great basic tee. It fits so well that I just keep coming back for more colors!
Raleigh
