Fly Fishing 101 – Special Intro Class | $15 Per PersonLimited small-group dates available Curious about fly fishing but not sure where to start? Our Fly Fishing 101 class is the perfect introduction to the sport. Offered on select dates at a special rate, this small-group session provides a relaxed and welcoming environment to learn […]
Explore the beauty of DuPont State Recreational Forest in a truly memorable way with Headwaters Outfitters’ guided llama hikes. Accompanied by our friendly pack llamas and knowledgeable local guides, you’ll wander along scenic forest trails, past rushing streams and iconic waterfalls, while learning about the natural history and wildlife that make this landscape so special. […]
Led By Oxbow River Snorkeling The prices for the class are as follows:$275 for WFA & CPR$210 for WFA only (if a person is already CPR certified)$75 for CPR only. 2 Day Course: Saturday, April 18th & Sunday, April 19th Times:Saturday 8:30am-10:30pm CPR Saturday 10:30am-4:30pm Wilderness First Aid Sunday 8:30am-4:30pm Wilderness First Aid You must […]
Signs of Spring is a guided series of canoe trips offered selected Saturdays from April through June. Departing from Headwaters Outfitters at 10:00 a.m. (arrive by 9:30 a.m.), the four-hour outing blends nature observation with relaxed paddling to view spring wildflowers, migrating songbirds and river wildlife along the French Broad River. Trips include paddling gear, […]
National Paddling Film Festival Roadshow Presented by: Friends of the North Fork of the French Broad Hosted by: Headwaters Outfitters Fundraiser for: The Annual Upper French Broad River Clean Up Day Enjoy quality paddlesport films with other paddling enthusiast; while supporting waterway conservation efforts! This film showing supports Headwaters Outfitters "Annual Upper French Broad River […]
Join us for the Spring Forager Market + Forks of the River Taproom 10 Year Anniversary Party—a day filled with local makers, live music, and good community energy. We’ve gathered an incredible lineup of artisans, plus live music from Keturah Allgood. Spend the day browsing handmade goods, sipping a cold drink, and soaking in the […]
Be better prepared for your first or next paddling outing. If you’re looking to paddle more this year, or just getting started and interested in what canoeing and kayaking is all about, we highly recommend you take one of our paddling 101 courses! The class will cover water safety considerations, techniques, and skills needed to […]
2026 Guided French Broad River Paddle Trail Trip! Collaboration Trip: Headwaters Outfitters with MountainTrue & The French Broad River Keeper Adventure Chef: Food for Adventures What: 3-Day Guided French Broad River Paddle Trail Trip in Transylvania County, North Carolina When: May 1-3, 2026 Where: Headwaters Outfitters (Mile 0 > Penrose Boating Access Area) 32 River […]
Paddle Then Pints is a relaxed 2-hour river trip hosted in partnership with Ecusta Brewing Company. Guests meet at Ecusta for a short shuttle to Pisgah Forest Access, float the scenic French Broad River to Penrose Access, then return to the brewery by shuttle to enjoy craft beer (available for purchase). The outing blends easy […]
Support the health and future of the Upper French Broad River, by volunteering for our Annual Upper French Broad River Clean Up Day! The French Broad River Clean-Up remains the best volunteer gig in town! Since the inception of “The Upper French Broad River Clean Up Day” in 1992, the annual river clean-up has netted […]
