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SUMMARY:TSRA Rendezvous
DESCRIPTION:TSRA’s annual Rendezvous is a four-day outdoor event paddling free-flowing streams on the Cumberland Plateau and ending with an auction on Saturday night to raise funds for river conservation projects.  Pre-registration required.
URL:https://www.americanwhitewater.org/event/tsra-rendezvous/
LOCATION:Camp Nakanawa\, 1084 Camp Nakanawa Rd\, Crossville\, TN\, 38571\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Tennessee Scenic Rivers Association":MAILTO:rendezvous@paddletsra.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260410
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260413
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SUMMARY:Salmon River Whitewater Gathering (CA)
DESCRIPTION:Explore the Whitewater of the Salmon River Watershed! \n🌊 Join friends old and new for a weekend of whitewater fun in the stunning Salmon River watershed. It’s all free-flowing\, wild\, and waiting for you. April 10-12\, 2026.\n\nThis year’s Gathering is earlier than usual due to low snowpack in the Salmon Mountains—we want to catch the rivers while flows are still good. The mainstem Salmon will definitely be runnable\, and flows on the forks will depend on rain and snowmelt—but we’re optimistic they’ll be in.\n\n All crafts welcome: kayaks\, rafts\, catarafts\, packrafts\, whitewater canoes\, SUPs\, inflatable sofas\, tubes—whatever floats (just keep it safe).\n\n Not boating? There’s great hiking\, biking\, and plenty to do on land.\n\nThis is an unofficial\, unorganized gathering—no program\, no host. The people who show up make it what it is. Bring good energy\, friends and family\, boats\, bikes\, instruments\, food\, and libations. And as always: Leave No Trace.\n\n Camping: Nordheimer Campground (4 miles downstream of Forks of Salmon)• $8/night\, cash only — Forest Service checks payments• Picnic tables\, fire rings (permit required)\, bathrooms• Public phone (credit card or collect)• No potable water — bring all you need\n\nThe campground is the take-out for Class II–III runs and the put-in for a Class IV/V run\, with several other runs nearby.\n\n No cell service. No internet. Just you\, the river\, and the mountains.
URL:https://www.americanwhitewater.org/event/salmon-river-whitewater-gathering-ca/
LOCATION:Nordheimer Campground\, Salmon River Road\, Forks of Salmon\, CA\, 96031\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T080000
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SUMMARY:Cheoah River Release (NC)
DESCRIPTION:The Cheoah River standard releases are at 1000cfs from the dam from 8am until 4pm on scheduled Saturdays. On Sundays it releases at 1000 from 8am to 2pm\, and at 850 from 2pm to 4pm. Note that February releases are at 1000cfs 8am-12pm and 600cfs 12pm-5pm (the following day is @ 200 cfs). Note also that March releases are at 1000cfs 8am-4pm and 600cfs 4pm-12am on day 1\, and on day 2 at 600cfs 12am-12pm and 300 12pm through the following day.
URL:https://www.americanwhitewater.org/event/cheoah-river-release/2026-04-11/
LOCATION:O’Henry’s Cheoah Put In\, 8364 Tapioca Rd\, Robbinsville\, NC\, 28771
CATEGORIES:Dam Release
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T160000
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SUMMARY:Tallulah Gorge Releases (GA)
DESCRIPTION:American Whitewater and our affiliate club partners negotiated 10 annual releases on the Class Tallulah Gorge and public access to the river\, which began in 1997. Saturday releases are at 500cfs\, and Sunday releases are at 700cfs. The releases occur on the first two weekends in April\, and the first three weekends in November\, and have become a treasured recreational opportunity. Regional paddling clubs organize dozens of volunteers each year to make the releases possible.
URL:https://www.americanwhitewater.org/event/tallulah-gorge-releases-ga/2026-04-11/
LOCATION:Tallulah Gorge State Park\, 11665 US-441\, Tallulah Falls\, GA\, 30573
CATEGORIES:Dam Release
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T160000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T144530Z
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SUMMARY:Bear River Black Canyon Dam Releases (ID)
DESCRIPTION:American Whitewater negotiated releases on Idaho’s Class IV-V Black Canyon of the Bear River\, and works to schedule them with other stakeholders each year. On scheduled days\, flows of 900 cfs or inflow\, whichever is greater\, will be provided on each day. Between adjoining release days\, night-time flows of 200 cfs will be maintained. 
URL:https://www.americanwhitewater.org/event/bear-river-black-canyon-dam-releases-id/2026-04-11/
LOCATION:Grace Dam Put In\, Grace Dam Rd\, Grace\, ID\, 83241\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dam Release
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T160000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T141225Z
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SUMMARY:Cheoah River Release (NC)
DESCRIPTION:The Cheoah River standard releases are at 1000cfs from the dam from 8am until 4pm on scheduled Saturdays. On Sundays it releases at 1000 from 8am to 2pm\, and at 850 from 2pm to 4pm. Note that February releases are at 1000cfs 8am-12pm and 600cfs 12pm-5pm (the following day is @ 200 cfs). Note also that March releases are at 1000cfs 8am-4pm and 600cfs 4pm-12am on day 1\, and on day 2 at 600cfs 12am-12pm and 300 12pm through the following day.
URL:https://www.americanwhitewater.org/event/cheoah-river-release/2026-04-12/
LOCATION:O’Henry’s Cheoah Put In\, 8364 Tapioca Rd\, Robbinsville\, NC\, 28771
CATEGORIES:Dam Release
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T080000
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CREATED:20260113T195401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T185050Z
UID:10000105-1775980800-1776009600@www.americanwhitewater.org
SUMMARY:Tallulah Gorge Releases (GA)
DESCRIPTION:American Whitewater and our affiliate club partners negotiated 10 annual releases on the Class Tallulah Gorge and public access to the river\, which began in 1997. Saturday releases are at 500cfs\, and Sunday releases are at 700cfs. The releases occur on the first two weekends in April\, and the first three weekends in November\, and have become a treasured recreational opportunity. Regional paddling clubs organize dozens of volunteers each year to make the releases possible.
URL:https://www.americanwhitewater.org/event/tallulah-gorge-releases-ga/2026-04-12/
LOCATION:Tallulah Gorge State Park\, 11665 US-441\, Tallulah Falls\, GA\, 30573
CATEGORIES:Dam Release
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T144530Z
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SUMMARY:Bear River Black Canyon Dam Releases (ID)
DESCRIPTION:American Whitewater negotiated releases on Idaho’s Class IV-V Black Canyon of the Bear River\, and works to schedule them with other stakeholders each year. On scheduled days\, flows of 900 cfs or inflow\, whichever is greater\, will be provided on each day. Between adjoining release days\, night-time flows of 200 cfs will be maintained. 
URL:https://www.americanwhitewater.org/event/bear-river-black-canyon-dam-releases-id/2026-04-12/
LOCATION:Grace Dam Put In\, Grace Dam Rd\, Grace\, ID\, 83241\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dam Release
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T200000
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CREATED:20260326T162656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T162656Z
UID:10000246-1776362400-1776369600@www.americanwhitewater.org
SUMMARY:2026 Chute Out - Potomac Freestyle Events
DESCRIPTION:The Great Falls Foundation and Calleva River School are partnering to bring you a great summer of freestyle on the Potomac!\nThe Chute Outs are a Potomac River staple\, hosted by Valley Mill Camp for many years. These events offer freestyle competitions throughout the summer. They are open to all\, and every skill level. Low key\, fun\, friendly competitions where the participants do their best tricks in a sets of rides on whatever feature happens to be in at the river level for that day. \nVenue: We will meet from 5:00-6:00pm in the Anglers lower parking lot to sign up for the competition and then head out to the best feature for that day’s river level.\nDates: Monthly on the Second Thursday (April is on 3rd Thurs)\, April-August4/16\, 5/14\, 6/11\, 7/9\, 8/13Check-In Time: 5:00 PMRace Start Time: 6:00 PMEntry Fee: FREE! Donations to Great Falls Foundation appreciated.This is an ACA-sanctioned event.
URL:https://www.americanwhitewater.org/event/2026-chute-out-potomac-freestyle-events/2026-04-16/
LOCATION:Old Angler’s Inn\, 10801 Mcarthur Blvd\, Potomac\, MD\, 20854
CATEGORIES:Community Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Great Falls Foundation":MAILTO:greatfallsfoundation@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T000000
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CREATED:20251027T184517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T160438Z
UID:10000010-1776470400-1776470400@www.americanwhitewater.org
SUMMARY:Nantahala Outdoor Center Spring Fling
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.americanwhitewater.org/event/nantahala-outdoor-center-spring-fling/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T160000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T141225Z
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SUMMARY:Cheoah River Release (NC)
DESCRIPTION:The Cheoah River standard releases are at 1000cfs from the dam from 8am until 4pm on scheduled Saturdays. On Sundays it releases at 1000 from 8am to 2pm\, and at 850 from 2pm to 4pm. Note that February releases are at 1000cfs 8am-12pm and 600cfs 12pm-5pm (the following day is @ 200 cfs). Note also that March releases are at 1000cfs 8am-4pm and 600cfs 4pm-12am on day 1\, and on day 2 at 600cfs 12am-12pm and 300 12pm through the following day.
URL:https://www.americanwhitewater.org/event/cheoah-river-release/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:O’Henry’s Cheoah Put In\, 8364 Tapioca Rd\, Robbinsville\, NC\, 28771
CATEGORIES:Dam Release
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T170000
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CREATED:20260213T141612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T141612Z
UID:10000201-1776502800-1776531600@www.americanwhitewater.org
SUMMARY:42nd Annual Tuck River Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday April 18th\, 2026 for the 42nd Annual Tuck River Cleanup and help clean up one of Jackson County’s largest natural resources! The Tuck River Cleanup is one of the nation’s largest single-day river cleanups. Hundreds of volunteers unite to clean 15 miles of the Tuckasegee river from Cullowhee to Whittier\, NC. \nRegistration will take place on the UC Lawn by the Alumni Tower at WCU.  To raft the river\, one must  register the day of the event.  Registration will take place from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.  Due to available gear\, registration will be limited to about 500 volunteers. \nThere are alternative walking routes for those not meeting the requirements to raft the river or anyone who would prefer to not be on the river.  Walkers can register between 10:00 – 11:00 am. Walkers should wear comfortable shoes and clothing that you don’t mind getting dirty. The number of walking volunteers will be capped at 30 due to the amount of available transportation. \n500 volunteers will recieve a Tuck River T-Shirt. Trash bags and transportation to and from rafting and walking routes will be provided. Base Camp Cullowhee does not pre-register volunteers for the Tuck River Clean Up.
URL:https://www.americanwhitewater.org/event/42nd-annual-tuck-river-cleanup/
LOCATION:Western Carolina University\, 1 University Dr\, Cullowhee\, NC\, 28723\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260418
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260419
DTSTAMP:20260409T104658
CREATED:20251027T184517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T172038Z
UID:10000126-1776504039-1776504039@www.americanwhitewater.org
SUMMARY:Little White Salmon Race (WA)
DESCRIPTION:The Little White Salmon Race is a high‑adrenaline whitewater kayak event held on the fast‑flowing canyon stretch of the Little White Salmon River in the Pacific Northwest. It threads a challenging series of Class V drops such as “Gettin’ Busy” and “Wishbone” through one of the Columbia River Gorge’s most dramatic river corridors. The event brings together elite paddlers and the local paddling community for a one‑day celebration of river culture\, speed and skill in an iconic whitewater setting.
URL:https://www.americanwhitewater.org/event/little-white-salmon-race/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:Willard National Fish Hatchery\, Little White Salmon\, WA
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T160503Z
UID:10000245-1776506400-1776524400@www.americanwhitewater.org
SUMMARY:2026 Smalls to the Wall - Falls Steep Creek Race
DESCRIPTION:A class V steep creek race over Smalls Falls and Chandler Mills Falls. Come watch whitewater kayakers compete in the most extreme whitewater race in New England.
URL:https://www.americanwhitewater.org/event/2026-smalls-to-the-wall-falls-steep-creek-race/
LOCATION:Smalls Falls Rest Area\, Rt 4\, Rangeley\, ME\, 04970
CATEGORIES:Race
ORGANIZER;CN="Maine Whitewater":MAILTO:mainewwc@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T160000
DTSTAMP:20260409T104658
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T164351Z
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SUMMARY:Upper Nantahala and Cascades Releases (NC)
DESCRIPTION:Each year Duke Energy releases various ideal boating flows into the Cascades and Upper sections of the Nantahala River on eight days each year: one weekend in April\, one weekend in September\, and four weekday afternoons in the summer. American Whitewater and our affiliate clubs negotiated these releases in the early 2000’s and meet with stakeholders each year to schedule the releases and address any issues. These releases provide water in a Class III+ section and a Class V section of the Nantahala River. Parking is an issue\, so paddlers are encouraged to use a shuttle service or park well off the the paved road. The April Saturday release is at 250cfs\, The April Sunday release is at 350cfs\, the summer afternoons are at 250cfs\, The September Saturday is at 300cfs\, and the September Sunday release is at 425cfs from 10am to 3pm\, and 250cfs from 3 to 5pm.
URL:https://www.americanwhitewater.org/event/54741/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:Nantahala River Launch Site\, Wayah Rd\, Topton\, NC\, 28781
CATEGORIES:Dam Release
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T160000
DTSTAMP:20260409T104658
CREATED:20251104T153555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T141225Z
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SUMMARY:Cheoah River Release (NC)
DESCRIPTION:The Cheoah River standard releases are at 1000cfs from the dam from 8am until 4pm on scheduled Saturdays. On Sundays it releases at 1000 from 8am to 2pm\, and at 850 from 2pm to 4pm. Note that February releases are at 1000cfs 8am-12pm and 600cfs 12pm-5pm (the following day is @ 200 cfs). Note also that March releases are at 1000cfs 8am-4pm and 600cfs 4pm-12am on day 1\, and on day 2 at 600cfs 12am-12pm and 300 12pm through the following day.
URL:https://www.americanwhitewater.org/event/cheoah-river-release/2026-04-19/
LOCATION:O’Henry’s Cheoah Put In\, 8364 Tapioca Rd\, Robbinsville\, NC\, 28771
CATEGORIES:Dam Release
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T160000
DTSTAMP:20260409T104658
CREATED:20251218T174432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T164351Z
UID:10000090-1776592800-1776614400@www.americanwhitewater.org
SUMMARY:Upper Nantahala and Cascades Releases (NC)
DESCRIPTION:Each year Duke Energy releases various ideal boating flows into the Cascades and Upper sections of the Nantahala River on eight days each year: one weekend in April\, one weekend in September\, and four weekday afternoons in the summer. American Whitewater and our affiliate clubs negotiated these releases in the early 2000’s and meet with stakeholders each year to schedule the releases and address any issues. These releases provide water in a Class III+ section and a Class V section of the Nantahala River. Parking is an issue\, so paddlers are encouraged to use a shuttle service or park well off the the paved road. The April Saturday release is at 250cfs\, The April Sunday release is at 350cfs\, the summer afternoons are at 250cfs\, The September Saturday is at 300cfs\, and the September Sunday release is at 425cfs from 10am to 3pm\, and 250cfs from 3 to 5pm.
URL:https://www.americanwhitewater.org/event/54741/2026-04-19/
LOCATION:Nantahala River Launch Site\, Wayah Rd\, Topton\, NC\, 28781
CATEGORIES:Dam Release
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T160000
DTSTAMP:20260409T104658
CREATED:20260217T144244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T144530Z
UID:10000208-1777024800-1777046400@www.americanwhitewater.org
SUMMARY:Bear River Black Canyon Dam Releases (ID)
DESCRIPTION:American Whitewater negotiated releases on Idaho’s Class IV-V Black Canyon of the Bear River\, and works to schedule them with other stakeholders each year. On scheduled days\, flows of 900 cfs or inflow\, whichever is greater\, will be provided on each day. Between adjoining release days\, night-time flows of 200 cfs will be maintained. 
URL:https://www.americanwhitewater.org/event/bear-river-black-canyon-dam-releases-id/2026-04-24/
LOCATION:Grace Dam Put In\, Grace Dam Rd\, Grace\, ID\, 83241\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dam Release
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260425
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260427
DTSTAMP:20260409T104658
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251108T162551Z
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SUMMARY:Illyfest (OR)
DESCRIPTION:Illinois River Clean Up and fundraiser for the Dome School with a race from Six Mile Day Use Area to Ring Beach on Saturday and a celebration at Six Mile Campground on Saturday evening with food truck\, raffle\, and music.
URL:https://www.americanwhitewater.org/event/illyfest/
LOCATION:Sixmile Campground\, Illinois River\, OR
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T160000
DTSTAMP:20260409T104658
CREATED:20251104T153555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T141225Z
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SUMMARY:Cheoah River Release (NC)
DESCRIPTION:The Cheoah River standard releases are at 1000cfs from the dam from 8am until 4pm on scheduled Saturdays. On Sundays it releases at 1000 from 8am to 2pm\, and at 850 from 2pm to 4pm. Note that February releases are at 1000cfs 8am-12pm and 600cfs 12pm-5pm (the following day is @ 200 cfs). Note also that March releases are at 1000cfs 8am-4pm and 600cfs 4pm-12am on day 1\, and on day 2 at 600cfs 12am-12pm and 300 12pm through the following day.
URL:https://www.americanwhitewater.org/event/cheoah-river-release/2026-04-25/
LOCATION:O’Henry’s Cheoah Put In\, 8364 Tapioca Rd\, Robbinsville\, NC\, 28771
CATEGORIES:Dam Release
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T160000
DTSTAMP:20260409T104658
CREATED:20251218T160025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T160900Z
UID:10000082-1777111200-1777132800@www.americanwhitewater.org
SUMMARY:West Fork Tuckasegee Gorge Release (NC)
DESCRIPTION:Each year Duke Energy releases ideal recreation flows of 250cfs into the Class IV+(V) West Fork Tuckasegee’s steep gorge on seven days. These releases were negotiated by American Whitewater and affiliate paddling clubs in the early 2000’s\, along with the access trail and parking areas\, over the course of a five year process. Each year we meet to plan the next year’s releases and address any issues. Paddlers park at a trailhead on Lake Glenville\, hike down a steep trail to the base of two massive waterfalls\, and paddle 5.6 miles of steep slides\, drops\, and rapids in a gorge comprised of private lands.
URL:https://www.americanwhitewater.org/event/west-fork-tuckasegee-gorge-release-nc/2026-04-25/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Dam Release
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T160000
DTSTAMP:20260409T104658
CREATED:20260217T144244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T144530Z
UID:10000209-1777111200-1777132800@www.americanwhitewater.org
SUMMARY:Bear River Black Canyon Dam Releases (ID)
DESCRIPTION:American Whitewater negotiated releases on Idaho’s Class IV-V Black Canyon of the Bear River\, and works to schedule them with other stakeholders each year. On scheduled days\, flows of 900 cfs or inflow\, whichever is greater\, will be provided on each day. Between adjoining release days\, night-time flows of 200 cfs will be maintained. 
URL:https://www.americanwhitewater.org/event/bear-river-black-canyon-dam-releases-id/2026-04-25/
LOCATION:Grace Dam Put In\, Grace Dam Rd\, Grace\, ID\, 83241\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dam Release
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T160000
DTSTAMP:20260409T104658
CREATED:20251104T153555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T141225Z
UID:10000045-1777190400-1777219200@www.americanwhitewater.org
SUMMARY:Cheoah River Release (NC)
DESCRIPTION:The Cheoah River standard releases are at 1000cfs from the dam from 8am until 4pm on scheduled Saturdays. On Sundays it releases at 1000 from 8am to 2pm\, and at 850 from 2pm to 4pm. Note that February releases are at 1000cfs 8am-12pm and 600cfs 12pm-5pm (the following day is @ 200 cfs). Note also that March releases are at 1000cfs 8am-4pm and 600cfs 4pm-12am on day 1\, and on day 2 at 600cfs 12am-12pm and 300 12pm through the following day.
URL:https://www.americanwhitewater.org/event/cheoah-river-release/2026-04-26/
LOCATION:O’Henry’s Cheoah Put In\, 8364 Tapioca Rd\, Robbinsville\, NC\, 28771
CATEGORIES:Dam Release
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T160000
DTSTAMP:20260409T104658
CREATED:20251204T135143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T201519Z
UID:10000075-1777197600-1777219200@www.americanwhitewater.org
SUMMARY:West Fork Tuckasegee Gorge Release
DESCRIPTION:These releases provide 250 cfs in the Class IV+ West Fork of the Tuckasegee below Lake Glenville. Paddlers hike in from the reservoir on a well established trail\, put in below several large unrunnable waterfalls\, and navigate several miles of Class IV+ whitewater. These releases were negotiated by American Whitewater and our affiliate paddling clubs in the early 2000’s\, and are provided by Duke Energy as part of their federal dam license. Releases are from 10-4pm. Note that this run flows through private property\, and paddlers should not exit the stream bed.
URL:https://www.americanwhitewater.org/event/west-fork-tuckasegee-gorge-release/2026-04-26/
LOCATION:The Pines Recreation Area
CATEGORIES:Dam Release
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T160000
DTSTAMP:20260409T104658
CREATED:20251218T160025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T160900Z
UID:10000083-1777197600-1777219200@www.americanwhitewater.org
SUMMARY:West Fork Tuckasegee Gorge Release (NC)
DESCRIPTION:Each year Duke Energy releases ideal recreation flows of 250cfs into the Class IV+(V) West Fork Tuckasegee’s steep gorge on seven days. These releases were negotiated by American Whitewater and affiliate paddling clubs in the early 2000’s\, along with the access trail and parking areas\, over the course of a five year process. Each year we meet to plan the next year’s releases and address any issues. Paddlers park at a trailhead on Lake Glenville\, hike down a steep trail to the base of two massive waterfalls\, and paddle 5.6 miles of steep slides\, drops\, and rapids in a gorge comprised of private lands.
URL:https://www.americanwhitewater.org/event/west-fork-tuckasegee-gorge-release-nc/2026-04-26/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Dam Release
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T160000
DTSTAMP:20260409T104658
CREATED:20260217T144244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T144530Z
UID:10000210-1777197600-1777219200@www.americanwhitewater.org
SUMMARY:Bear River Black Canyon Dam Releases (ID)
DESCRIPTION:American Whitewater negotiated releases on Idaho’s Class IV-V Black Canyon of the Bear River\, and works to schedule them with other stakeholders each year. On scheduled days\, flows of 900 cfs or inflow\, whichever is greater\, will be provided on each day. Between adjoining release days\, night-time flows of 200 cfs will be maintained. 
URL:https://www.americanwhitewater.org/event/bear-river-black-canyon-dam-releases-id/2026-04-26/
LOCATION:Grace Dam Put In\, Grace Dam Rd\, Grace\, ID\, 83241\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dam Release
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260502T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260502T180000
DTSTAMP:20260409T104658
CREATED:20260222T153430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260222T163017Z
UID:10000214-1777712400-1777744800@www.americanwhitewater.org
SUMMARY:Green River Cleanup (WA)
DESCRIPTION:Every May on the Green River in Washington State\, the whitewater community and local volunteers come together for the annual Green River Cleanup\, a long-running river stewardship event organized largely by Washington Recreational River Runners and other paddling clubs and conservation groups. The cleanup focuses on removing trash and debris from the Green River Gorge and surrounding river corridors\, with participants cleaning both from boats on the water and on foot along the shoreline. Over decades this tradition has drawn hundreds of boaters and ground crews to pull out everything from beverage containers to larger discarded items\, helping preserve the scenic river and its classic whitewater runs while fostering a strong sense of community and stewardship. In person registration can be done from 10am-11am at the Headworks put in (just before the City of Tacoma gate on river left)\, and at Kanasket-Palmer State Park (in the parking lot near Ledge Drop One) from 9:30am- 10:30am.The day wraps up with a barbecue at Flaming Geyser State Park Picnic Shelter #3 where volunteers can celebrate their efforts. The barbecue is after the river cleanup safety and sweep boat committee arrives. Usually it starts around 3pm and wraps up around 6pm +/- river time.
URL:https://www.americanwhitewater.org/event/green-river-cleanup-wa/
LOCATION:Flaming Geyser State Park (WA)
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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GEO:47.273222;-122.024111
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T150000
DTSTAMP:20260409T104658
CREATED:20260309T181850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T181850Z
UID:10000221-1777723200-1777734000@www.americanwhitewater.org
SUMMARY:Peavine Whitewater Race
DESCRIPTION:Just about anyone who has been on whitewater before can participate in this race. It’s suitable for students in college paddling clubs\, strong downriver canoe racers\, youth with summer camp whitewater experience\, older folks in the ‘master’s class’\, die-hard class 5 boaters looking for some fast fun\, and youngsters racing with seasoned adult teammates. This race is designed to be a place where all boaters can get together. Please register in advance to keep things smooth on race day. DON’T FORGET RIVER HELMETS AND PFDs. BOTH ARE REQUIRED. \nThe takeout is huge\, leave as many cars down there as possible. Consolidate boats and boaters and bring the fewest cars possible to the put-in. We try to have some volunteers run shuttle rigs but if you are traveling alone it’s best to get to the takeout on the early side and figure out a ride with other racers. Pick up your bib and sign waivers at Peavine Park. Suit up and warm up on the way down to the bridge where the start happens at high noon. \nThe first three miles of the race\, from the start to Blackmer Boulevard bridge\, is a little easier than the last two miles from Blackmer down to Gaysville Bridge. Blackmer Boulevard is the place to pull the plug if you feel like you are in over your head. The last mile especially features the trickiest and most continuous rapids. Finish under the Gaysville Bridge and take a breather on the big gravel bar.
URL:https://www.americanwhitewater.org/event/peavine-whitewater-race/
LOCATION:330A Pit Rd\, Stockbridge\, VT\, 330A Pit Rd\, Stockbridge\, 05772\, United States
CATEGORIES:Race
ORGANIZER;CN="Ridgeline Outdoor Collective":MAILTO:mikemcdonnell.watershed@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T170000
DTSTAMP:20260409T104658
CREATED:20260326T154951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T154951Z
UID:10000244-1778259600-1778432400@www.americanwhitewater.org
SUMMARY:68th Annual Mother's Day Whitewater Races
DESCRIPTION:New Mexico’s own whitewater boating competition will hold its 68th installment this Mother’s Day in Pilar\, NM. The Mother’s Day Whitewater Races (MDR) include competitions inviting kayakers\, rafters\, canoeists\, and pack rafters to join us on our famous Rio Grande. Festivities start May 8 with an evening welcome potluck and river side campout at Rio Bravo Campground. May 9 is competition day\, when competitors and their favorite boats hit the water for surfing\, slalom\, and down river events. We get together that night for a dinner and hangout finding out who won ribbons and prizes from our day out on the river. Boaters are invited to campout at Rio Bravo with us after the party Saturday night\, and Sunday morning is a great opportunity for boaters to connect and paddle together in the gorges of the Rio Grande.
URL:https://www.americanwhitewater.org/event/68th-annual-mothers-day-whitewater-races/
LOCATION:Quartzite River Access\, 3069 NM-68\, Penasco\, New Mexico\, 87553
CATEGORIES:Race
ORGANIZER;CN="Adobe Whitewater Club of New Mexico":MAILTO:joey.coburn@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T160000
DTSTAMP:20260409T104658
CREATED:20251104T153555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T141225Z
UID:10000046-1778313600-1778342400@www.americanwhitewater.org
SUMMARY:Cheoah River Release (NC)
DESCRIPTION:The Cheoah River standard releases are at 1000cfs from the dam from 8am until 4pm on scheduled Saturdays. On Sundays it releases at 1000 from 8am to 2pm\, and at 850 from 2pm to 4pm. Note that February releases are at 1000cfs 8am-12pm and 600cfs 12pm-5pm (the following day is @ 200 cfs). Note also that March releases are at 1000cfs 8am-4pm and 600cfs 4pm-12am on day 1\, and on day 2 at 600cfs 12am-12pm and 300 12pm through the following day.
URL:https://www.americanwhitewater.org/event/cheoah-river-release/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:O’Henry’s Cheoah Put In\, 8364 Tapioca Rd\, Robbinsville\, NC\, 28771
CATEGORIES:Dam Release
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