August 2025 Paddle - NE Cape Fear River (Sawpit Landing)

Join the CFRW paddlers as we explore the Northeast Cape Fear River between Sawpit Landing (off White Stocking Road) and the Shaw Highway Wildlife Ramp. This is a great section of river with a textbook example of an oxbow lake, several nice coves, and a few creeks to poke our heads into. The trip is 5-6 miles. We will meet at the put-in at Sawpit Landing Boat Access Area off of White Stocking Road at 8:30 a.m. Take-out will be at the Shaw Highway Wildlife Ramp. 

All paddlers should wear a PFD. However, those paddlers using CFRW boats are required to wear a PFD. Other items to remember include sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, water, snack/lunch and water shoes. If you have an allergy that is severe remember to bring your epi-pen or medication.

We have a limited number of boats available for to CFRW members ($25 suggested donation per boat; includes PFD and paddle). If you would like to use a CFRW boat, please indicate such during your registration. Note: all of the CFRW boats available for this paddle are single kayaks. If you would like to request a tandem or a canoe, please email kemp@cfrw.us and we may be able to accomodate. If you would like to join or renew before the paddle, you can click here to join or renew, email morgan@cfrw.us, or call our office at 910-762-5606. 

To help Cape Fear River Watch continue to bring you great programs like our Paddle Series, Water Quality Programs, and Educational Seminars, we ask you make at least a $10 donation either online with your registration or by bringing cash or check to the paddle on Saturday. Any higher amount is appreciated in support of our efforts. THANK YOU! If you need help the day of, please call Kemp at 910-264-8036. Conditions may change in the period leading up to the paddle. Please check your email the night before and the morning of the paddle to ensure that the paddle has not been cancelled.

Registration closes at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, August 13th!