July 2016
Paddlesports Demo Day at Stand Up for Autism
Join us at one of our popular Paddlesports Demo Days to test drive our fleet of kayaks + SUPs during Autism Society of North Carolina's Stand Up for Autism. We'll also take 10% OFF your regular priced boats + 20% OFF your accessories if you decide to purchase after your demo. Whether you're a novice or expert, our demo days are great for any paddler. Just like all of our outdoor classes + clinics, this is FREE + open to…
Find out more »August 2016
Free Paddlesports Demo Day
We've continued to have so many people attend our FREE demo days, we've scheduled a FINAL bonus day on Lake Julian so you can test drive our fleet of kayaks + paddleboards. We'll also take 10% OFF you boats + 20% OFF your accessories if you decide to purchase after your demo. (And all purchases are tax-free on Sunday!) Wild Wing Cafe will also give you 20% OFF your meal purchase when you show them your Diamond Brand Outdoors coupon.…
Find out more »May 2017
Wild on the Water Demo Day
We're getting more of our friends and neighbors on the water this May! Join us every Thursday to take Diamond Brand Outdoors' demo boats on Lake Julian from the beach below Wild Wing Cafe South Asheville. May 11 offers a chance to demo kayaks and stand up paddleboards from Hurricane, Native Watercraft, and NRS. PFDs, paddles, and boats are provided. When you're done, grab a bite to eat and a drink at Wild Wing Cafe. RSVP on Facebook Kids and well-behaved…
Find out more »Wild on the Water Demo Day #2
We're getting more of our friends and neighbors on the water this May! Join us every Thursday to take Diamond Brand Outdoors' demo boats on Lake Julian from the beach below Wild Wing Cafe South Asheville. May 11 offers a chance to demo kayaks and stand up paddleboards from Wilderness Systems and NRS. PFDs, paddles, and boats are provided. When you're done, grab a bite to eat and a drink at Wild Wing Cafe. RSVP on Facebook Kids and well-behaved pets with…
Find out more »Wild on the Water Demo Day #3
We're getting more of our friends and neighbors on the water this May! Join us every Thursday to take Diamond Brand Outdoors' demo boats on Lake Julian from the beach below Wild Wing Cafe South Asheville. May 11 offers a chance to demo kayaks and stand up paddleboards from Liquidlogic and NRS. PFDs, paddles, and boats are provided. When you're done, grab a bite to eat and a drink at Wild Wing Cafe. RSVP on Facebook Kids and well-behaved pets with owner…
Find out more »Women in the Wild: Intro to SUP
Join NRS' Jean Slade for an introduction to the basics of stand up paddleboarding on calm, flat water surfaces. She'll cover layering for different conditions and share some of her favorite paddleboarding adventures. This interactive clinic features plenty of Q&A, ensuring a workshop tailor made for the participants. After it's over, you'll get a chance to demo NRS SUPs right on the water at Lake Julian! RSVP on Facebook This free class at Wild Wing Cafe is open to the…
Find out more »June 2017
Wild on the Water Demo Day
We're getting more of our friends and neighbors on the water this May! Join us every Thursday to take Diamond Brand Outdoors' demo boats on Lake Julian from the beach below Wild Wing Cafe South Asheville. PFDs, paddles, and boats are provided. When you're done, grab a bite to eat and a drink at Wild Wing Cafe. RSVP on Facebook Kids and well-behaved pets with owner on leash are welcome at this FREE event.
Find out more »Wild on the Water Demo Day
We're getting more of our friends and neighbors on the water this May! Join us every Thursday to take Diamond Brand Outdoors' demo boats on Lake Julian from the beach below Wild Wing Cafe South Asheville. PFDs, paddles, and boats are provided. When you're done, grab a bite to eat and a drink at Wild Wing Cafe. RSVP on Facebook Kids and well-behaved pets with owner on leash are welcome at this FREE event.
Find out more »Wild on the Water Demo Day
We're getting more of our friends and neighbors on the water this May! Join us every Thursday to take Diamond Brand Outdoors' demo boats on Lake Julian from the beach below Wild Wing Cafe South Asheville. PFDs, paddles, and boats are provided. When you're done, grab a bite to eat and a drink at Wild Wing Cafe. RSVP on Facebook Kids and well-behaved pets with owner on leash are welcome at this FREE event.
Find out more »May 2018
Paddlefest 2018
Whether you're a seasoned paddler, just getting started, or want to spend some time on the still waters of Lake Julian, grab some friends and head to Paddlefest. Try out the latest stand up paddleboards, whitewater kayaks, fishing kayaks, and recreational flat water boats for free. (Download your liability waiver HERE.) You'll also have a chance to chat with industry experts about paddles, boating accessories, and the best spots in the region to get on the water this year. We'll have PFDs…
Find out more »Intro to Paddling on Lake Julian
We're hitting the water of Lake Julian Park the fourth Friday every month through August. Unwind at the end of the work week and learn how much fun it is to get on the water. Other dates include June 22, July 27, and August 24. If you've wanted to start your kayak adventures, but aren't sure of where to begin, this is a perfect starting point. Our paddling experts will give about an hour of thorough skills instruction followed by a paddle…
Find out more »June 2018
Intro to Paddling on Lake Julian
We're hitting the water of Lake Julian Park the fourth Friday every month through August. Unwind at the end of the work week and learn how much fun it is to get on the water. Other dates include July 27 and August 24. If you've wanted to start your kayak adventures, but aren't sure of where to begin, this is a perfect starting point. Our paddling experts will give about an hour of thorough skills instruction followed by a paddle around the…
Find out more »July 2018
Kayak + SUP Demo Day
Update: We've shortened the event to run from 10:00-12:00 due to weather. Whether you're a seasoned paddler, just getting started, or want to spend some time on the still waters of Lake Julian, grab some friends and join us for a FREE demo day. Try out the latest stand up paddleboards, whitewater kayaks, fishing kayaks, and recreational flat water boats. We'll have PFDs for kids and adults, but you'll move through the line much quicker if you show up with…
Find out more »Intro to Paddling on Lake Julian
Attention: This event is sold out. We're hitting the water of Lake Julian Park the fourth Friday of every month through August this summer. Unwind at the end of the work week and learn how much fun it is to get on the water. The final date is August 24. If you've wanted to start your kayak adventures, but aren't sure of where to begin, this is a perfect starting point. Our paddling experts will give about an hour of thorough skills…
Find out more »August 2018
Intro to Paddling on Lake Julian
Attention: this event is sold out. Unwind at the end of the work week and learn how much fun it is to get on the water. If you've wanted to start your kayak adventures, but aren't sure of where to begin, this is a perfect starting point. Our paddling experts will give about an hour of thorough skills instruction followed by a paddle around the lake. Advance registration is required. $10 covers your kayak rental, PFD (personal floatation device/life jacket),…
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