Canoeing with Outdoor Rec
Canoeing trips utilize canoes for two people to paddle, generally down a river. We mostly offer day trips on Class I rivers. These are easy-flowing rivers. Occasionally, we offer a whitewater canoe trip, to a Class II - III river. Our trips are designed for a group of 10-14 people, and require no previous experience. Each trip is led by Outdoor Rec. Trip Coordinators who are experienced in canoeing. Canoeing equipment, complete with canoes, paddles, and lifejackets, is included in the trip price.
Upcoming Trips
JUNE 26 (Thursday)
CANOEING (Families welcome)
Harpeth River, TN
Cost: $18
Sign-up by: Friday, June 20
Pre-Trip Meeting: Tuesday, 6/24 at 5:30 PM
The Harpeth River is a State Scenic River which is only an hour from Nashville. We will be paddling a five-mile stretch of river in the historical Narrows of the Harpeth. Beginners are welcome! Note: Children ages 6-17 are allowed on this trip if accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Estimated trip duration: 2 PM – 9 PM.
JUNE 28 (Saturday)
CANOEING
Nolin River, KY
Cost: $31
Sign-up by: Friday, June 20
Pre-Trip Meeting: Tuesday, 6/24 at 6:30 PM
The Nolin River flows through the western part of Mammoth Cave National Park. We will paddle a 9-mile stretch of Class I river. This section of the Nolin is scenic, with high bluffs exposed and the potential to see wildlife. This trip is suitable for beginners as well as experienced canoeists. Estimated trip duration: 7 AM – 9 PM
JULY 12 – 13 (Sat. - Sun.)
CANOE-CAMPING
Buffalo River, TN
Cost: $52
Sign-up by: Thursday, July 3
Pre-Trip Meeting: Tuesday, 7/8 at 5:30 PM
The Buffalo River is the last of the free-flowing rivers in Tennessee with no dams on it. We will paddle approximately 20.4 miles of it, over two days. We plan on camping on an island Saturday night. This is a beautiful river, and the trip is suitable for both beginners and experienced canoeists. Estimated trip duration: 7AM Sat. – 8 PM Sun.
Trip Information
Most trips are designed for a small group of people (10-12), and many of the trips require no previous experience. The fee for each trip covers the activity, transportation, in-camp food, camping fees, and group equipment. For more information, look for flyers around campus or stop by the Outdoor Recreation Center (along Capers Ave. and the Intramural Fields behind the Student Recreation Center) during rental hours. This is also where trip sign-up takes place. Trips are open to all VU students, faculty, staff, and Rec. Center members. Alcohol is not permitted on any trip.
Outdoor Recreation Program | Vanderbilt University
Box 6033, Station B | 2600 Children's Way | Nashville, TN 37235
615-343-8182 | outdoorrec@vanderbilt.edu
