Month: March 2012

Springfest in the Smokies

Posted March 25, 2012 by Gina Metcalf

Springfest, Spring Break… Spring Fever! The Great Smoky Mountains area is in full bloom and we couldn’t be more excited.  The month of April brings with it great opportunities for families to get outside, have some fun, and make lifelong Spring Break memories. Although the official first day of spring was March 20, our Springfest […]

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Kid-Friendly & Healthy Picnic Recipe Ideas

Posted March 13, 2012 by Gina Metcalf

Here are some recipe ideas for when you’re on the go. They stand up well and don’t need to be refrigerated. Picnic Bean Burrito Recipe Mix canned pinto beans (drained and rinsed) with cooked brown rice. Place some of the mixture in the center of a whole wheat tortilla, top with grated cheese. Roll it […]

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Picnic Season Here We Come! We Know the Coolest Spots!

Posted March 7, 2012 by Gina Metcalf

Just what is it that makes food eaten outdoors taste so much better? Maybe it’s because when we dine al fresco our meal is taking place in a beautiful outdoor setting or we’re highlighting a special occasion such as a family, company, or church get-together. And if you throw in the use of a barbeque […]

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Staff Spotlight – Helping Pay for Higher Education

Posted March 5, 2012 by Gina Metcalf

It’s our friendly and knowledgeable staff that helps make your whitewater rafting adventure a  truly great experience, so we’d like you to meet one of our best, Cory Pratt. Cory has worked at Rafting in the Smokies (RITS) River Outpost in Hartford for the past five seasons while he’s earned money to complete his college degree. […]

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Rafting in the Smokies - Upper Pigeon River Whitewater Rafting Trip

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Pigeon River Whitewater Rafting & Scenic Family Float

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High Elements Ropes Challenge Course at Rafting in the Smokies

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High Elements Ropes Challenge Course

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Rock Climbing Wall at Rafting in the Smokies

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Picnic and Pavilion

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Family Adventure Island at Rafting in the Smokies

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