Join Rivertowns Travel Meigs County and City of Dayton along with the Hiwassee Blueway, and Tennessee Riverline for a Partner Paddle + Celebration at the Cherokee Removal Memorial Park on May 18 from 10 am to 2 pm. This free paddle event is open to the community and intended for first-time + seasoned paddlers to experience kayaking at the confluence of the Hiwassee and Tennessee Rivers.

This fun and informative event will begin with a group paddle launching from the Blythe Ferry boat ramp upstream to the Hiwassee Island where you can view the historic Hiwassee Island and the wildlife that calls it home. It will be followed by a celebration at the Cherokee Removal Memorial Park with short presentations by hosting organizations including a speaker from the Tennessee Trail of Tears. This is a great opportunity to learn about the Tennessee Riverline and the Hiwassee Blueway and their efforts to create more recreational opportunities in our region.