South Mills, North Carolina
Upcoming Events in South Mills North Carolina
May
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Annual Paddle for the Border
- Paddle the historic Dismal Swamp Canal along the 7.5 mile trip from South Mills, NC to Chesapeake, VA. The event is restricted to the first 325 boats and all boats must be pre-registered. Registration is $40 per person. This fee entitles each paddler to enjoy breakfast, lunch, a Paddle for the Border T-shirt, shuttle service and assistance with launching and exiting the waterway. It also entitles them to a fun-filled adventure on the historical Dismal Swamp Canal! Hats will be available for purchase by pre-ordering. (Info on registration form). Registration begins on February 1st and is required. This event fills quickly! Registration will close when 325 boats are registered. (Last year this was in about one month's time ~ so do not delay!) NEW THIS YEAR: Registration $40 Hats $15 Information and registration options : To register online, http://www.cityofchesapeake.net/paddle. A convenience-fee is charged for using the credit card online. This is not a Chesapeake Parks & Recreation fee. If you have any questions or need additional information call the Dismal Swamp Welcome Center at 252-771-8333 or contact dscwelcome@camdencountync.gov. Dismal Swamp Canal Welcome Center is located 3 miles south of the NC/VA border on US Highway 17, approx. 18 miles north of Elizabeth City, NC. Address: Dismal Swamp Canal Welcome Center, 2356 Hwy 17 N, South Mills, NC 27976 , South Mills, North Carolina |