NOTE: We are Rafting on Friday this year, less crowds than on Saturday or Sunday.
Hello Rafters, Please note we are taking the 12:00 noon shuttle up the mountain. Be at Webb's 11:00-11:30 in order to register and get your spot on the shuttle.
For those of you Rafting we have been invited to the home of Neil & Cindy Gawlowski, 1173 Welcome Valley Road, Benton, TN 37307. Only 14 miles from Webb Brothers for a "potluck". Neil & Cindy "love a party" and are looking forward to hosting the "Rafters" after we get off the river.
This is very important, IF you plan to raft with us please read the entire email, however please pay close attention to the yellow highlighter areas.
All,
I’m looking forward to the Hiwassee River Rafting trip on Friday August 15,2025. The Hiwassee river is fed from TVA’s Apalachia reservoir. The water is fairly cool year round. On a 90+ degree day it feels great to get into the river. NOTE - you will be getting wet.
The trip down the river will usually take 2-1/2 – 3-1/2 depending on how much “play time” you want on the river. If you want to play on the river, reserve a Duckie. There isn't much playing in a tube or a raft. We will plan to be on the river at around 1:00 pm . Here is the itinerary:
Our "river guide"is TBD..... Hopefully Bob Tramel will be our "sweeper" which means that Bob will go behind all of us in case someone gets in trouble or needs a little help.
- Meet at Webbs Store 11:00-11:15 PM to sign waivers and pick up gear. OR EARLIER
- We'll take the 12:00 shuttle
- Get on the river at 1:00 PM(ish)
- Arrive back at Webbs at 3:30 (ish)
- POTLUCK DINNER at the home of Neil & Cindy Gawlowski, 1173 Welcome Valley Road, Benton, TN 37307.
Cost ****** these are 2025 prices**** call to reserve your rental and a pplace on the shuttle. *** you must call ahead***423-338-2373
*** CALL AND RESERVE YOUR PLACE ON THE SHUTTLE IF YOU ARE BRINGING YOUR OWN EQUIPMENT*** 423-338-2373
YOU MUST CALL AND RESERVE YOUR EQUIPMENT
All gear is included in the price (PFD, paddle, boat)
Raft $26.00/person min $80.00/ raft ***** Last Yr's prices * subject to change
Tube $22.00/person*Last Yr's prices * subject to change
Single Duckies/ Fun Yak $50.00/person (highly recommended) * THIS YEAR'S 2025 PRICE
Double Duckies/ Fun Yak $100.00/ boat. * THIS YEAR'S 2025 PRICE
Your own Kayak – $10.00 to ride to the top (Call for details)
Your own SUP – $10.00 to ride to the top (Call for details)
** these are last years prices so might be slightly different***
**** It is very important to let or Barb know you are going, even if you are bringing your own Kayak.... It is also important to go ahead and sign up so the GAWLOWSKI'S will have an idea on how many folks are coming for the "potluck". Thank you Neil & Cindy for the invitation.
Address - Webbs Store
3708 Hwy 30, Reliance, TN 37369
423-338-2373***** CALL AND RESERVE YOUR OWN EQUIPMENT****
River Rules
No Alcohol
No Styrofoam coolers
NO Glass containers of any kind
Close toed river shoes (Recommended but not required)
Chacos are ok provided they strap to your feet
What to bring
Sun screen
A hat
LET'S GO RAFTING!!!!!*** CALL AND RESERVE YOUR OWN EQUIPMENT**** 423-338-2373
Contact Barb Wise for more info.
Barb-423-902-6095