๐บ๐ธ Hiking, Biking, & Paddling in the South Atlantic #27493
๐ ย When: April 12โ23, 2027 ๐ฐ Costs: USD $800 in local costs plus $225 in FFI fees ๐ฅ Spots available: 15
Trade the guidebook for a trail map. Over twelve days in Virginia and North Carolina, you'll paddle, pedal, and hike your way through the South Atlantic during the best of spring weather โ hosted by the Richmond, Raleigh, and Western North Carolina Friendship Force clubs, who know exactly which river bends, back roads, and waterfalls are worth the effort.
๐ Full itinerary and what's included/not included here.
๐ JOURNEY HIGHLIGHTS
Urban Hiking on the James River โ Walk the banks of one of Virginia's most historic waterways
Whitewater Through Downtown Richmond โ Raft rapids in the middle of a capital city
Two Legendary Rail Trails โ Ride the Virginia Capital Trail and the Neuse River Trail
Green River Gorge by Zipline & Kayak โ Fly over the canopy, then run Class I and II rapids
Waterfalls & Wildflower Meadows โ Hike national forest trails to spectacular falls
๐ช HEALTH & FITNESS REQUIREMENTS
Able to hike at least 5 miles over 2โ3 hours with 500 feet of elevation change
Able to bike up to 20 miles at an easy pace (e-bikes available to rent)
Able to ride a zip line
Able to get in and out of a kayak and paddle up to 2.5 miles
Alternative activities for biking and zip lining may be possible if needed.
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To apply and view Journey Coordinator details, please log in to your member account on my.friendshipforce.org.
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If you'd rather earn your dinner on a trail than read about it, if you like your friendships forged over shared paddles and sore legs, and if spring in the Blue Ridge sounds like your idea of a good time โ this might be the journey ๐ฉ๏ธ ๐ฅพ for you!
