The Skeeter Skwad

04/27/2026

We now have a live website! Go check us out at www.skeeterskwadoutdooradventures.com

04/20/2026

I will be assisting at Harrison Bay. You guys should come check it out!

**REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN for KAYAKING 101 classes at TENNESSEE STATE PARKS for NATIONAL SAFE BOATING WEEK**

REGISTER NOW:
https://tnstateparks.com/about/special-events/boat-and-paddling-tours

For the 5th year in a row, Tennessee State Parks and the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency are teaming up with paddlesports leaders across the state to offer low-cost beginner kayaking classes Saturday, May 16 to kick off National Safe Boating Week.

Each class costs just $15 per person, including kayak rental and all necessary gear - to receive training that typically costs between $75 and $150. Each park’s session is limited to 15 participants. Instructors are American Canoe Association (ACA)-certified Tennessee volunteers backed by experienced safety teams.

All classes will be held on Saturday, May 16 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, rain or shine.

*This is a special once a year opportunity made possible by local volunteers in celebration of National Safe Boating Week.

LAKE CLASSES:
- Big Ridge State Park
- Harrison Bay State Park
- Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park
- Natchez Trace State Park
- Warriors’ Path State Park

RIVER CLASSES:
- David Crockett Birthplace State Park
- Harpeth River State Park
- Hiwassee/Ocoee Scenic River State Park
- Seven Islands State Birding Park

SPECIALTY CLASSES:
- Long Hunter State Park - KAYAK FISHING 101
- Booker T. Washington State Park - ADAPTIVE KAYAKING 101

In addition to Tennessee State Parks, Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, ACA Tennessee, and U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, supporting organizations for the event include volunteer instructors certified by the American Canoe Association; Appalachian Paddling Enthusiasts; Bluff City Canoe Club; West Tennessee Canoe & Kayak Club, Chattanooga Therapeutic Recreation Services; Chota Canoe Club; East Tennessee Whitewater Club; Harpeth Conservancy, NOLI - Nolichucky Outdoor Learning Institute; Outdoor Chattanooga, Team River Runner - Atlanta; Tennessee RiverLine; Tennessee Scenic Rivers Association; Tennessee Valley Canoe Club; Tennessee Kayak Anglers; and Tennessee Office of Outdoor Recreation.

REGISTER NOW:
https://tnstateparks.com/about/special-events/boat-and-paddling-tours

04/10/2026

04/10/2026

Due to double booking, I am going to have to reschedule the first paddle of the season to May 23. I am assisting with the Kayaking 101 class at Harrison Bay on the 16.

04/04/2026

Alright folks, I am so excited! 9 people have already signed up for the first paddle of the season! One of the questions on the registration was "Do you plan on joining us for lunch afterwards?" Where does everyone want to eat at after the paddle? Camp Jordan Parkway has several great places like Dos Bros, Buddy's BBQ, Dairy Queen, Panda Express and several other places. East Ridge has several great places to eat as well. Comment below. The restaurants with the most nominations will go into a final decision poll.

04/03/2026

With the River Front nights concert series coming up, who wants to paddle from Coolidge Park to Ross' Landing ro enjoy the festivities?

03/30/2026

I have registered as a volunteer! Join us. This is gonna be amazing!

✌️Join us for an incredible weekend! Registration links are on our event calendar: https://tvccpaddler.org/content.aspx?page_id=4001&club_id=409132
T-Shirts, stickers, and raffle tickets are available in our website storefront this year: https://tvccpaddler.org/content.aspx?page_id=587&club_id=409132