#27493 🇨🇺 Hiking, Biking, & Paddling in the South Atlantic*

🇺🇸 Hiking, Biking, & Paddling in the South Atlantic #27493

📅 When: April 12–23, 2027
💰 Costs: USD $800 in local costs plus $225 in FFI fees
👥 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 — 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.

📋 Full itinerary and what's included/not included here.

🌟 JOURNEY HIGHLIGHTS

• Urban Hiking on the James River — Walk the banks of one of Virginia's most historic waterways
• Whitewater Through Downtown Richmond — Raft rapids in the middle of a capital city
• Two Legendary Rail Trails — Ride the Virginia Capital Trail and the Neuse River Trail
• Kayaking Robertson Mill Pond Swamp — Paddle a quiet, otherworldly Southern wetland
• Green River Gorge by Zipline & Kayak — Fly over the canopy, then run Class I and II rapids
• Waterfalls & Wildflower Meadows — Hike national forest trails to spectacular falls

💪 HEALTH & FITNESS REQUIREMENTS

• Able to hike at least 5 miles over 2–3 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.

To apply and view Journey Coordinator details, please log in to your member account on my.friendshipforce.org.

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 — this might be the journey 🛩️ 🥾 for you!