The American Whitewater membership tent will be at the Nantahala Outdoor Center for the Guest Appreciation Festival (GAF). This years event is scheduled for September 26-28. Anchored by NOC’s annual used gear sale, GAF also features a used gear marketplace and big discounts on new equipment in NOC’s famous Outfitter’s Store. There’s also live music, on-river contests and clinics, free rolling pool instruction, manufacturer boat demos, paddling film premiers, a kids’ moonwalk and more! Check with NOC and stay up-to-date on GAF’s evolving schedule of events.