At the 2008 Camp Cup Challenge, I ran into the Ovett Brothers–Max and Sam, whitewater kayakers, alums of summer camp–and now enterprising entrepeneurs already giving back to the sport with their support of the Camp Cup Challange. Read more »
Posted: July 30th, 2008 under Whats Up with Kids Team ERA.
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The 2008 Camp Cup Challenge held on the
Posted: July 26th, 2008 under Whats Up with Kids Team ERA.
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Okay, James is future owner of Dillsboro Rafting Company on the Tuckasegee River….but we like teasing his dad, Shane, that since we helped mold James as a Kayaker, we should get first dibs on him!
After a stellar run through the Falls on the last day of kids camp, James’ repeat performance was videoed by his dad. Check out his run…
And feel empowered the next time you are peeling out of Truckstop eddy knowing a seven year old ran a clean line, so can you!!
Posted: July 13th, 2008 under Whats Up with Kids Team ERA.
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by TeamERA Kid ERIN
One of the things that our annual Kids Camp teaches all the adult milling about is how much we can learn from our “shorter” kayakers. Future ERA staff member, Erin–a veteran Camp participant set us all straight this year about being able to deal with making a mistake, picking yourself up and going and doing it again. Ouch! We can all learn a lesson from Erin and her experience at Nantahala Falls. Read more »
Posted: July 10th, 2008 under Whats Up with Kids Team ERA.
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It is always fun to hear from everyone we paddle with–especially if we have not seen them on the water in a while. The tough thing about the kids we paddle with is that often the next time we see them, they are a foot taller and/or paddling circles around everyone, so we don’t always recognize them at first! Such is Alex’s story.
From Alex’s mom:
” Hi guys, we really miss you guys. Still trying to make it back this summer. Thought you might enjoy seeing how Alex(9 now) has progressed since his first lesson with Matt.”
Alex at the ww park in Charlotte
Keep it up Alex!
Posted: July 9th, 2008 under Whats Up with Kids Team ERA.
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TeamERA Kids dominated the Tuck Gorge. Running rapids, learning how to “read” the river, practicing whitewater swimming, jumping off jump rock, helping each other out when….it was a great day.
While a little tired after six hours on the river and with just enough energy left for ice cream, everyone had something to say when asked about their favorite part of the day….. Read more »
Posted: July 3rd, 2008 under Whats Up with Kids Team ERA.
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It is ERA Kids Camp 2008! Every 4th of July week, it seems that the shop is overrun by kayakers–many under 5-feet tall (exception: Cody and Sarah). High energy, low attention span, lots of fun! 
Posted: July 3rd, 2008 under Whats Up with Kids Team ERA.
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