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Guided Canoe Trips
On the Duck
River in Tennessee |
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Add a Little
Adventure to Your Life!
There is nothing like fresh air and a day on the river
to help you relax and unwind. Just minutes from Columbia, you can enjoy the
wilderness setting of the historic and biologically diverse Duck River.
So, turn off your cell phone and take time to enjoy
the natural beauty of Tennessee.
Call us today
and let us take your
group on their
next adventure.
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Guided Canoe Trips
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Other Adventures
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Higher Pursuits focuses on customized trips and
adventures for groups such as youth groups, business organizations, school
boards, family reunions, or just a group of friends wanting a guided day on
the river. |
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Trips on the Duck River
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The Duck River is a gentle river that features
beautiful cliffs, forested hillsides and calm water. It is a perfect
trip for beginners or novices and provides a relaxed day of paddling. The
Duck River is one of the longest rivers in Tennessee and is the second most
biologically diverse river in the U.S.
Your trip will last 4 to 5 hours and end just 15
minutes from downtown Columbia.
When you sign up for your trip you will receive
detailed information on where to meet, what to bring, and about your trip. |
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Higher Pursuits features
guided trips on the following sections of the Duck River:
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Section 1: Leftwich Bridge to Howard's
Bridge. This run is approximately 5 miles in length and
normally takes 4 to 5 hours to paddle. This section of the river
features remote paddling through the Yanahli Wilderness Management Area.
The trip is highlighted by several picturesque rock bluffs along the
river as well as opportunity to see various forms of wildlife found
along the Duck River. The river is gentle along this section and
has a few swifter sections. |
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Section 2: Howard's Bridge to Fountain
Creek. This section is approximately 4.5 miles in length and
normally takes 3 1/2 hours to 4 1/2 hours to paddle. This section
of the river has a rich history. Along the banks of the river you
can still see the site of an old mill. Legend has it that treasure
is hidden somewhere along the banks of this river. This area
of the river is very gentle and is a great place for novice paddlers to
learn to paddle or for experienced paddlers to enjoy a day out. |
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Higher Pursuits has Canoes and Kayaks available
for this trip. |
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To reserve a trip for
your group, contact us at (931) 840-8575 or at
ContactUs@HigherPursuits.com |
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View a Map of the Duck
River
(the map is in an Adobe Acrobat format) |
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Cost of Trips
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The cost of all guided
trips is $25 per person. This includes boat rental, personal
floatation device, and guide fee. |
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Minimum group size is 6
participants (or the equivalent cost) |
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Maximum group size is 15
(although special arrangements can be made for larger groups)
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Participants must provide
their own lunch. |
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There is no charge for
children 10 or under.
Higher Pursuits does not set a minimum age level, but we do ask that you
call us to discuss the age maturity and ability of your children to
determine if this is an appropriate trip for them. |
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Why Use a Guide Service?
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We know the best places
to swim |
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We know the good lunch
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We can share with your
group the stories, history, and legends of the area. |
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We can lifeguard while
you swim |
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We can share information
about the amazing range of life that exist in and around the river. |
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Additional Information
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Higher Pursuits provides
experienced guides to teach you the basic skills needed to enjoy a day
on the river. |
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Our guides are trained in
first aid, have over 20 years of paddling experience, and are certified
lifeguards. |
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Higher Pursuits reserves
the right to cancel or reschedule any trip due to inclement weather or
unsafe water conditions. |
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All trips require a $10
non-refundable deposit in order to make a reservation. If Higher
Pursuits cancels a trip you will be given an option of rescheduling for
another trip or receive a full refund, to include your deposit. |
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Final payment of
remaining balance is due at the beginning of the trip. |
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Higher Pursuits requires
that ALL PARTICIPANTS wear a personal floatation device at
all times. |
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Use of alcohol is not
permitted at any time.
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If you are not interested
in a guided canoe trip and just want to rent a canoe, we recommend the
following outfitters on the Duck River:
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Overnight Programs
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Overnight
Camping and Canoe Trip
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Just sit
back, relax, and enjoy an overnight canoeing and camping trip with
Higher Pursuits. |
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All you have
to do is show up with a sleeping bag and personal items and we will do
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Overnight
canoe trips are available on the Piney River and Buffalo River. |
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Maximum
number of participants for an overnight program is 20 participants. |
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Program
includes 2 experienced canoe guides, tents, 4 meals, boat rental for 2
days, and other camping gear. |
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Trips on the Piney River
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The Piney River begins
just south of I-40 near Hwy 48 and meanders its way to the Duck River just
west of Centerville, TN. The Piney is known for its gorgeous rock
formations and beautiful clear water. Along its banks, you will see
Tennessee Wildflowers and playful rock shoals.
The river has very few access points, which makes for
a wonderfully relaxing trip with very few interruptions from the sound of
cars or people.
Your trip will last approximately 4 hours and ends
at the Pinewood Canoe & Camp near Pinewood, TN. |
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If you are not interested
in a guided canoe or kayak trip and wish to just rent a canoe or kayak, we
recommend the following outfitter on the Piney River:
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Pinewood Canoe & Camp,
LLC - (931) 670- 4230 - They are the only outfitter that runs trips on the
Piney River. They rent both canoes and kayaks. |
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Trips on the Buffalo River
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Our canoe trips on the
Buffalo River run a section of the river that is not as well known as the
Flatwoods section of the river, but still has beautiful bluffs, rock
formations, and an interesting twists and turns.
Your trip will begin near
the Lewis and Wayne County line at the Riverside bridge and end
approximately 5 1/2 miles later at the Buffalo Run Canoe Outfitter.
This trip typically lasts 3 to 4 hours
When you sign up for your trip you will receive
detailed information on where to meet, what to bring, and about your trip. |
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If you are not interested
in a guided canoe trip and just want to rent a canoe, we
recommend the following outfitter on the Buffalo River:
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Buffalo Run Canoe
Rental - (931) 772 - 6033 - They rent canoes and also have camping
facilities. www.buffalorunonline.com |
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Backpacking Trips
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One Day Backpacking Trips
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Higher Pursuits offers a variety of day trips in Middle
and Eastern Tennessee. Whether you are hiking along Percy Priest Lake or the
rolling hills of the Natchez Trace, day trips are an excellent opportunity for
groups to learn the essentials of backpacking and have fun.
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Overnight
Excursions:
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Higher Pursuits offers overnight excursions in Middle and
Eastern Tennessee that allow a group to hike to a backcountry campsite, set up
camp, spend a relaxing evening at camp, and hike out the next day.
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Trips include
experienced guides, backpacks, tents, all necessary equipment (except sleeping
bags), meals, and all fees/permits.
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