Third world problems in a first world country. Where is the outrage?!? WNC MOUNTAIN PEOPLE DESERVE BETTER! SORRY I HAVE NO SILVER LINING IN THIS VIDEO....I DON'T HAVE IT IN ME TODAY!
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✔️ ing out the rivers made a new by 🌀 Helene. See the full video by following our page. Book tours today ncoutdooradventures.org
A rather long video 📹. Today I decided to make sure to get some me time and friends time. I spent it on a short hike scouting our river operations on foot. It was fascinating to see the new river created by the storm. A once class II fun paddle in the Toe Gorge is now a bit bigger and beefier with more consequences in places. The two new rapids at the top are impressive. The amount of dangerous debris from the RR in the river flow is astounding. Many areas are way deeper than before while other areas like our tubing section are socked in, in sediment.
We saw some kayakers taking in the nice warmer temps today with a float down the Toe. I was excited to be able to record their lines running the 2 new entry rapids on the top of the Toe Gorge.
I wrapped up the day hanging out in the church that Scott Thrift, Andrew and Danielle Hawkins Brown are helping to restore from the flooding. We ate some delicious Bonnie and Clydes burgers and admired Scott's framing skills! SHOUT OUT TO SOME SUBMARINER'S for helping make the restorations happen 😉😘 for the Toecane Baptist Church.
Also shout out to Rising Light Relief Resilient Appalachia Disaster Relief Fund for your dedication and volunteer work.
While our world is turned upside down so many locals are working diligently with newly created non-profits to right the wrongs left by the storm. Each of us have suffered our own trauma, losses and damage but have chosen the path forward is through helping others recover. This week has been so busy and not a day off for anyone. Some like myself are doing this while working full time jobs too!
These organizations have been instrumental this week with running supply hubs, getting meals delivered, wood delivered, we passed out some checks to Helene-impacted folks, and helped rebuild a church ⛪️. Shout out to: Rising Light Relief , NC Outdoor Adventures with Resilient Appalachia Disaster Relief Fund, World Central Kitchen and #theherosamongus at @back the blue, Caldwell and Down South Adventures
If you would like to donate towards ongoing efforts please click the gofund.me link in comments!
Today we saw a few ends of our two different counties delivering funds we raised via our gofund.me. The power of water 💧 is still so unbelievable, even though we witnessed it all firsthand. We had a bit of a landslide area let go above Scott Thrift while looking at damage along the river. Nothing major just enough to remind you that the earth and rock you see carved out is still moving. So much loss here but the helping hands ✋️ 🙌 🙏 are still out there plugging away at our recovery process. We are not forgotten. This too shall pass! 👏
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Welcome to Relief NC, one of the hardest hit areas in #wnc after #helene carved out mountainsides and hollers. 2 families lost their lives here. One person is still missing. This is part of their story.
The majority of the people affected by the storm in this area live well below the poverty level, are well into retirement and pensions, or nearing retirement on fixed incomes. They are expected to start over from nothing but the frozen earth under their feet! Thousands lost homes!
We do have help though. Help coming from volunteers! This is not your government helping.....it is neighbors, strangers, retired military, entrepreneurs, churches, and small businesses helping their fellow man.
Keep following us for updates.
So many ways to experience the mountains of NC. Book climbing and rappelling trips today at ncoutdooradventures.org
The things you experience climbing, rappelling and hiking in Linville Gorge are nothing short of spectacular! NCOA has climbing and rappelling locations all across NC! Book today!
Update with a video from today with needs list. Hi guys. HERE IS THE NEED LIST as requested for donors: 12 push start generators for elderly folks who can't pull a rip cord, building supplies, metal barn roofing, gravel, Chainsaws, Chainsaw safety gear, smaller chainsaws for the ladies, tools, log splitters, tree trimming gear/shears, etc, CO2 and smoke alarm with batteries, fire extinguishers, stuff to winterize campers even square bales of straw, tools of all kinds for rebuilding homes as many shops were lost, donated vehicles.
As you can see we have moved to a different phase post Helene. Most support and relief groups are no longer accepting daily living essentials and are now focusing on rebuilding efforts.
We have been asked to create an Amazon list for our area and are beginning to work on that. We would like to request when possible if you see an item in our list that can be purchased locally at one of our general stores/hardware stores please purchase from there let us know and we will pick up any donations. Our area is the Bakersville, Spruce Pine, and Burnsville areas. My most frequented stores include Griffiths Griffith's General Store and Grassy Creek Hardware and Building Supply . There are several good ones in Burnsville too!
A lot of folks have asked how they can support our efforts and we have a few ways other than donating to our gofund.me campaign (link in comments). FYI roads are 💩 stay home!
1: Volunteer: we have several events listed on our page event section where we are looking for volunteers. Simply read the About section under each event to see what we need and rsvp or email [email protected]
2: MY FAVORITE WAY TO SUPPORT US, MY PASSION MY BUSINESS, AND MY BABY....Book a tour with our adventure company at ncoutdooradventures.org. We also have lodging. Tours operating include Spider Lily Paddle Tour, rock climbing, rappelling, waterfall rappelling, wilderness, team building opportunities, and more online. We are a great
We have beginner climbing, introduction to rappelling, canyoneering, waterfall rappelling, TRAD and sport climbing for those more advanced in the sport. No experience needed for intro courses. Climbing is all ages and rappelling starts for ages 8+. Our tours make great camp outings, team building, scout badge activities, birthday and special occasions events and retreat activities. Book now. We operate these 7 days a week. Booking in advance is required! All details, booking and courses are online at NC Outdoor Adventures . Org
We have a few zero degree sleeping bags left. Please message us if you need one to stay warm. We also have some items at our Outpost that didn't go to the church relief station. We have a few coats, blankets, diapers, a few food items and shoes.
Guys these temps and wind are deadly. Hypothermia happens quickly and is deadly! The next week will be brutally cold with perception through Tuesday. Already have seen a few wrecks. ROADS ARE ICY! TREE LIMBS DOWN. BIG TRUCKS WITH HEAVY LOADS CANT STOP QUICKLY. HITTING YOUR BRAKES WITH EVERY WHITE SNOW COVERED ICY SPOT IS THE WORST THING YOU CAN DO...go Slow and steady.....never hit the brakes in snow and 🧊 ice!
Make sure you have county alerts set up, charge devices, store water, insulate pipes and trailers, check fuel and heat sources, and most importantly REACH OUT IF YOU NEED HELP, CALL 911! THE AREA HAS WARMING SHELTERS AND RESOURCES FOR YOU!
