| Whitewater rafting can be an exhilarating experience, | | | | Carolina. |
| and more and more people are turning to it as a | | | | Because of the protected forestry on each side, this |
| means to get their adrenaline rush. In today's economic | | | | river remains virtually unchanged from the filming days. |
| climate, it can be hard to even think about investing in | | | | The recreational portion of the river has 4 main |
| the equipment you might need, but believe it or not, the | | | | sections. Section III, which contains class II to IV rapids is |
| internet has provided us with an outlet to get all the | | | | a preferred section for rafters and kayakers. Section |
| supplies we need at a surprisingly low cost. | | | | IV is for the more experienced whitewater adventurer. |
| Whitewater rafting has become one of the most | | | | This section is one of the most challenging rivers to |
| popular water sports, and it's really set to take over | | | | raft or kayak. It Contains class III and IV+ rapids as well |
| this year, so it's important you get involved with the | | | | as the infamous "Five Falls" 1/4-mile stretch containing |
| trend while you can! There's a wide range of different | | | | 5 class IV+ rapids). Several of the popular rapids are |
| inflatable water rafting boats available to you, including | | | | featured in the film Deliverance. |
| inflatable kayaks, inflatable boats, paddle skis and | | | | The best time to take on this river is in the late spring |
| pontoons, so with such a wide variety on the market, | | | | when the heat isn't so bad and the flowers are in |
| you're sure to find something that will suit your needs | | | | bloom. There are several web sights dedicated to the |
| perfectly. | | | | Chattooga river. Some of them offering whitewater |
| Now once you've got your gear, where to go? Well | | | | rafting trips. So if you are thinking that this may be the |
| there's a range of different rivers you can test out | | | | kind of rush you're looking for then check it out. |
| your rafting skills on, you could even check out some | | | | Whatever you decide to do please be safe. As with all |
| famous whitewater rafting film locations. The 1972 | | | | things whitewater rafting can be dangerous. Check out |
| American Thriller 'Deliverance' was filmed mainly | | | | the rules and the guidelines before you do anything like |
| around and on the Chattooga river; a river located in | | | | this. If you have never kayaked or rafted down this |
| the NE corner of Georgia. Scenes of this film were | | | | river you may want to stay in the calmer sections or |
| also shot at the Mount Carmel Baptist Church | | | | hire a guide, at least the first time. Also, remember to |
| Cemetery, however, this landmark now lies almost 300 | | | | help preserve our natural wonders so that our children |
| feet beneath the surface of the Lake Jocassee, South | | | | and their children might enjoy them too. |