When it comes to the winter, many students choose to stay inside and rarely feel the desire to venture out into the cold. Sophomore Michael Ferraro does not let the cold stop him from doing what he loves. The kayaking community around Western is relatively small but growing, and the kayakers around here are more than […]
Waterfalls of Panther Town Valley
January 15, 2015 by
A feature on the beautiful waterfalls from Panther Town Valley in North Carolina including a guide to water falls and on waterfall safety. Click the photo below to continue to the full story.
Kayaking Catamount makes a statement
May 28, 2014 by
Base Camp Cullowhee is a popular destination for students who enjoy spending time outdoors. The camp offers a variety of rentals, clinics, camps and events for different kinds of outdoor activities. BCC also offers kayak rentals by appointment. White water kayak rentals for students are $25 and for non-students $35, including gear. They also offer […]
Tuck River Cleanup coming this weekend
April 17, 2013 by
Students, faculty and community members will have the chance to participate in the 29 annual Tuck River Cleanup Saturday. Registration begins at 11 a.m. on the UC Lawn and lasts until 1 p.m. Preregistration is not available. The first 500 in line will receive a free tee-shirt. From there, participants will be given either life […]
New Cullowhee trail is near completion
September 16, 2012 by
A multi-use trail system is currently under construction behind the new Health and Human Sciences Building on WCU’s West Campus. Upon completion, there will be 6.7 miles of narrow single track trail for mountain biking, trail running and hiking. The estimated completion date is at the end of February 2013. “This trail system will be a great […]
Splish splash I was paddling fast!
September 14, 2011 by
Western Carolina University students, staff and members of the community joined together September 10, 2011 for the 3rd annual Old Cullowhee Canoe Slalom. This year featured the events largest crowd ever, sunny skies and happy participants of all ages.
