Falls Lake Dam Events
Parking and Shuttles
Participants will be able to park at Falls Dam . Shuttles will be running every 10 minutes from all of these locations up to the dam. Shuttles will run from 10:00 am-2:00 pm.
- Tailrace Fishing Area
- Neuse River Canoe Launch
- Road Leading to Falls Lake Dam
Canoe and Kayak Paddle
Free Demo of over 25 models of kayaks and canoes. Participants will have the opportunity to try out the most popular canoe and kayak models, here, at Falls Lake. Factory Representatives from Wilderness, Perception, Heritage, Native, Mad River, Liquid Logic, Wave Sport, and Seven2 Paddles will be present.
Army Corps of Engineers
The US Army Corps of Engineers will be providing general information about Falls Lake, with a focus on being safe around the water. Seamoor, the Sea Serpent, will be making appearances throughout the day!
Coast Guard Auxiliary
The US Coast Guard Auxiliary will be promoting Boating Safety and Public Education programs. There will be various Marine Safety handouts free for the public. We will have a dining fly, display case and a display of safety equipment.
Falls Lake Fire Department
Falls Lake Fire Truck will be on hand as well as the Falls Lake Rescue Boat.
Carolina Kayak Club
Local Padding Club
Paddle Creek Pro School
Paddle Creek Kayak and Canoe School. Learn to paddle with our ACA certified instructors.
Dam Playground Dam Events
Blue Jay Point Park
Blue Jay Point County Park will provide a fun, but informative, conservation activity that demonstrates how the things we leave behind may affect our local wildlife.
NC Dept of Parks and Recreation
The NC Division of Parks and Recreation will be promoting the recreational opportunities found at Falls Lake, as well as providing two fun activities for kids and parents!
BW Wells Foundation
The BW Wells Association will be on site to promote Rock Cliff Farm and all it has to offer for the local community.
Friends of Mountain to Sea Trail
The Friends of the Mountains to Sea Trail will provide a booth about the Mountains to Sea Trail across North Carolina with a focus on our work at Falls Lake.
American Canoe Association
Information will be available on canoe and kayak safety.
Tailrace Park Area
City of Raleigh Parks and Recreation
The City of Raleigh Parks and Recreation Department actively encourages, promotes, and provides outdoor recreation opportunities in the triangle and beyond. Stop by our booth to pick up copies of the Greenway Map, Neuse River Canoe Trail Maps, and information about upcoming trips, outdoor events, and summer camps.
Neuse River Foundation
Neuse River Foundation protects, restores and preserves the Neuse River Basin through education, advocacy and enforcement, in order to provide clean water for drinking, recreation and enjoyment to the communities that it serves. Our vision is to develop innovative programs that will foster and sustain education, stewardship and watershed management initiatives and practices.
Paddle Creek
Paddle Creek
Paddle Creek will be offering a one day customer appreciation sale with huge discounts available on kayaks, canoes and accessories. Discounts will also be available on River Trips and Rentals.
Havana Blues BBQ
Havana Blues has become a local favorite for the Falls Community, BBQ sandwiches and drinks can be purchased on a first come first serve basis as quantities will be limited.
Carafe Makers
Wine Tasting of selected wines, cheese. Coupons for Happy Hour Paddle also available.
Conservation Carnival
Kids can participate in free games, with the chance to win Paddle Creek Swag and Conservation Related Items.