Pro paddlers headed for NOC
Elite slalom paddlers from across the U.S. will converge at Nantahala Outdoor Center this month for the 2015 USA Canoe and Kayak Slalom Nationals Oct. 9-10, an event hosted by NOC and the Nantahala Racing Club.
Spectators are invited to take in the view from the walkway along Nantahala Falls as racers navigate the course.
- On Friday, Oct. 9, racers will practice from 12:30 to 2 p.m. and take demo runs at 4 p.m.
- On Saturday, Oct. 10, racers will warm up at 11:45 a.m. with competitive runs held at 12:15 and 2:30 p.m. Demo runs will follow at 5 p.m. A banquet at Relia’s Garden will follow at 6:15 p.m., open to non-racers for $10.
- On Sunday, Oct. 11, racers will warm up at 11:45 a.m. with competitive runs held at 12:15 and 2:30 p.m. An awards ceremony will be held at 3:30 p.m.
Nantahala Outdoor Center is located along U.S. 74, 14 miles west of Bryson City. www.noc.com.