Please note: The Georgia Department of Natural Resources and Georgia Power has decided to cancel the April 2021 Tallulah Release. Click here for more information
Spring Extravaganza 2021
May 21st, 22nd and 23rd
Save the dates, details to follow and individual paddles to be posted.
With the Covid-19 (coronavirus) situation unfolding, the GCA will either cancel or postpone upcoming events as needed in accordance with the newest official guidelines. Our plan is to announce changes approximately 14 days in advance. Thank you for your patience and stay safe, everyone.
Upcoming Events
- Spring Wildcard Trip (Class II-III)
Hi GCA! Come on out for a fun day on the TBD river! This river is always a blast and...
Slalom for Skill Building with ERA - April 25, 2021Interested in slalom? Or in improving your river running/creek boating skills using slalom? This is the day for you. We...
- Intro to River Running
Note: This event is limited to 10 participants, and is currently full. Ready to get more out of your time...
- GCA Board Meeting via Zoom
This meeting will be held using Zoom Meetings. To join us, please follow these steps from your phone, PC or...
Toccoa River Paddle - May 8th (Class I-II)Trip Coordinator - Terri Abbott We will launch from Toccoa Valley Campground. There is a reduced $5 launch fee per...
Slalom for Skill Building with ERA - May 16, 2021Interested in slalom? Or in improving your river running/creek boating skills using slalom? This is the day for you. We...
Spring Extravaganza 2021Spring Extravaganza 2021 - May 21st, 22nd and 23rd Save the dates, details to follow and individual paddles to be...
GCA Spring Extravaganza Wildcard PaddleCome join me on Friday, May 21, 2021 as I paddle the beautiful ??? river. We will be paddling a...
Middle Ocoee - May 22nd (Class III)Trip Coordinator - Tony Eyl Come have some Class III FUN on the Middle Ocoee during the Spring Extravaganza, Saturday,...
There is no more beautiful paddle in the world than the Okefenokee Swamp but the swamp is in grave danger.
Donate now to stop a proposed titanium mine at the swamp’s border and protect it from future development! ACT NOW TO DOUBLE YOUR IMPACT!
HOW TO DONATE
The first $1,000 in total contributions will be matched by the GCA. Please donate below in $1 increments. Example: Enter 10 for a $10 contribution.
- Twin Pines Minerals, an Alabama mining company, proposes to build a mine on the edge of the Okefenokee Swamp that would create unknown risks to the water level in the swamp and, for certain, create noise, light and air pollution. For more information, click on this link: Mine Threatens Okefenokee Swamp
- With recent changes to the Federal Clean Water Act, Federal environmental organizations have lost their ability to stop the mine. So it is up to the state of Georgia and the efforts of environmental groups and individuals to save the swamp.
- GCA is a member of the Georgia Water Coalition (GWC) which is advocating before the Georgia Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Division to deny the necessary permits for the mine.
- GWC’s campaign involves developing a local groundswell of opposition to the mine and funding is needed to support this effort. For more information or to participate directly with GWC, contact Dan MacIntyre at dmacintyre4@gmail.com.
- The GCA Board has authorized a $1,000 contribution to GWC from the River Protection Fund.
- GCA will also match the first $1,000 in total contributions received, dollar for dollar. ACT NOW TO DOUBLE YOUR IMPACT! FURTHER ACTION IS NEEDED –The Georgia Water Coalition (GWC) has a long history of representing Georgia’s waters in matters before the state of Georgia. GWC has formed a committee to advocate before Georgia DNR and EPD to deny permits necessary for the mine. This involves contacting Georgia Officials (the Governor and the members of the Board of Natural Resources).
If you have any ability to contact GOVERNOR KEMP, any of his MAJOR DONORS, or members of the GEORGIA BOARD OF NATURAL RESOURCES, please email Dan MacIntyre at dmacintyre4@gmail.com.