Surf Blue Ridge
Blue Ridge, Georgia (GA) Family Vacations, Guides and Outfitters
Catch the new wave in water sports, Stand Up Paddling. This sport provides core strengthening, endurance, balance and oneness with the water and nature. With roots in Hawaii, SUP has expanded into mainstream surfing culture globally. New to Georgia! See a fast-action video of this new wave in water sports.
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662 B East Main Street
Blue Ridge GA 30513
Phone: 706-889-8747
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Description:
Inspired by a lifetime of water sports, Chris Tilghman brings the first stand up paddle company to the North Georgia Mountains. Chris has over twenty years experience surfing some of the world’s best waves in Puerto Rico, Costa Rica, Cape Hatteras, California and Hawaii. He spent five years living on Kauai’s North Shore with his wife Rhonda and honed his skills on 15-20 feet high waves.
In 2006, Chris and Rhonda made their home in Ellijay. Wanting to provide a unique experience for enjoying the local waters, Chris is thrilled to introduce Stand Up Paddling with the Hawaiian spirit of aloha and surfing.
See a 4:41 video of the New Wave in Water Sports
Features:
LESSONS
Blue herons, kingfishers, rhododendron, mountain laurel and a lush mountain landscape set the stage for your stand up paddle lesson. You’ll be up and paddling on your very first lesson! First, you’ll learn about safety, the proper selection, sizing, use and care of the equipment along with correct paddling and turning techniques. Then, we’re off on the water. Depending on water and wind conditions, we may paddle on a local river, or explore smooth waters on Lake Blue Ridge or Carters Lake.
Individual Lesson $60 – approximately 2 hours
Couples Lesson $50 each – approximately 2 hours
Family/Group Lessons $40/person (maximum 4 persons
Kids under 12 Free when accompanied by adult
TOURS
Become one with the flora and fauna of the Southern Appalachians as you quietly paddle a mountain river or lake. Before the tour, if you’re beginner or just need a quick refresher, you’ll receive a SUP instruction. Depending on water and wind conditions, we may paddle on a local river, or explore smooth waters on Lake Blue Ridge or Carters Lake.
Half Day Tour $250 – 1-2 persons
Half Day River Run $250 – 1-2 persons
Custom Tours are also available
River Run requires previous instruction or experience.
Lessons (on flat water) for river runs – $35/person prior to river run
All tours include boards, paddles, pfds, miscellaneous equipment, snacks and beverages.
RENTALS
We’ll deliver everything you’ll need for your SUP experience – boards, paddles, pfds, and miscellaneous equipment
Per Board $45/day; $80/2 days; $200/5 days
EQUIPMENT AND WATER WEAR SALES
We offer a selection of boards, paddles and equipment perfectly suited for the lakes, streams and rivers of the Blue Ridge mountains.
Carve Designs for women, Immersion Research, WSRI helmets, Astral pdfs, Kreed and Krush sun glasses, NPX wetsuits and Pryde booties.
Boards Starboard, ULI Board, Kinetic, Imagine Eco (utilizing renewable and recycyled components for construction), Bic Sports
Paddles Whiskey Jack, Starboard
Miscellaneous Rack pads, soft racks, paddle covers and tie-down straps
