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Like what you see when you visit Castleberry Bridge? Then please make a donation on the donation page! 100% of all donations go towards expenses, improvements and the preserving the property at Castleberry Bridge.
Do to insurance concerns camping is "NO" longer aloud at Castleberry Bridge.
PLEASE!!!! What is not allowed!!! NO FIREARMS OF ANY KIND!, painting /carving on any rocks, tables, benches, trees etc. No breaking of rocks on the premise. Take all the small rocks that you want but brake into them at home. (NOTE) 90% of the rock here are quartz and when broken they are as sharp as a knife. Also there are no motor vehicles/ motorcycles of any kind allowed beyond the parking area except electric bicycles. No cutting of live trees . Thank you for your cooperation and have a wonderful time. G
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NOTE: PAGE INFO!!!
The top part of this page is information relating to Kayaking from Castleberry Bridge to RT 136. Also USGS water levels on the Etowah.
AT the lower part of this page are pictures of the flora that exist along the trail throughout the year.
Have a great time and thanks for using the barrels and bags and please "leaving nothing but your "Foot Prints" ". Thanks G
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Become part of our environmental community by picking up "one" piece of trash and telling "one" person about us. ( Our Movement ) That's all it takes for "YOU" to make a difference!
George Ferris, Founder of AAS. A clean environment is a healthy environment. Barrels, bags , trash removal, upkeep , benches, picnic tables, infant chairs all provided by AAS along with your donations. Every donation helps!
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Kayaking "from" the Etowah Castleberry Bridge to RT 136.. (RULE OF THUMB)...The cloudier and faster the water is moving the more dangerous it is. The slower and clearer the water the safer it is.
THE TUNNEL: CAUTION/DANGER!! Passing through the tunnel is always in question. This is dependent on the tunnel safety rules, your experience and the present water level and if any debris ( logs etc) has blocked part of the tunnel. Make sure you familiarize yourself with the tunnel safety rules below.
TUNNEL SAFETY RULES...What you must know!
(1) Stop before the tunnel and make sure you can see all the way through. You will be able to stand up at a safe water level. (2) One person/Kayak at a time all the way through. (3) Do not send the second person/ third...etc in until the previous person has gone through all the way and you can see the light at the other end. Helmet, head lamps are recommended highly. (4) It is difficult or sometimes imposable to paddle all the way through the tunnel because it becomes to narrow part way through. Turn your paddle parallel to your craft. (5) Do not touch the sides of the tunnel with your hands for this may turn you sideways resulting in you getting stuck sideways. Relax let the water guide your craft through. (6) If you are thrown from your craft lay back, chest up, and keep your feet out in front of you.(7) If you are able to see through the tunnel you will be able to stand up in the tunnel if you capsize. (8) If you choose not to go through the tunnel go to the right around it. USGS water info below!
NOTE: Be aware of the forecast for the day/afternoon that you are planing to go. Rain can cause the river level to rise quickly...keep this in mind. This is always a concern!
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| CLICK HERE FOR TODAY'S INFO ON WATER LEVELS, TEMPS ETC |
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Become part of our environmental community by picking up "one" piece of trash and telling "one" person about us. That's all it takes for "YOU" to make a difference!
George Ferris, Founder of AAS. A clean environment is a healthy environment.
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| AAS on the Etowah |
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I quote from Walt Disney. " We can't expect citizens to respect our parks unless we first show an unwavering commitment to make our parks something worth respecting" AAS is doing its best to achieve your respect by making an unwavering commitment to make our adopted area at Castleberry Bridge something worth respecting.
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This page is dedicated mostly to the Etowah River at Castleberry Bridge. After several months of cleanup ( march of 2017) and installing trash barrels and bags this particular area is one of the most natural and beautiful spots on the Etowah river. Many people visit to swim, fish , and kayak. The river bank flora is a marvel of wild flowers and plants and there is a verity of wildlife. The best time to see the wild rhododendron flowers is late June ,July. Other flowers are view from April through October. Hope you're enjoying your day!
NOTE: Please visit the lower part of this page to view our pictures taken throughout the year at our adopted river areas. Click on the middle aero for a slide show or click on the right or left arrow to view the pictures at your leisure, or you can click on the individual picture. Hoping you're having a great day!! G
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