Kayak Camping - Obed River Pt 1

I join Kirk Eddlemon, Jordan Mikle and crew for a fantastic weekend of Kayak Camping in the Obed Canyon of the Tennessee Plateau. Kirk Eddlemon is a world class kayaker who has paddled all over North America as well as around the world. One of his loves is seeking out and conducting first descents on virtually unknown rivers. Currently, he is a kayak instructor at Ace Ocoee Adventures' Ace Kayaking School. In this capacity, he offers kayak camping clinics a few times each year during the winter months. I jumped on the chance to tag along with Kirk and highlight this program as an amazing experience and first class option for those looking for both kayak instruction and a way to be guided on a kayak camping expedition. Jordan Mikle is one of head honchos at Ace Ocoee Adventures. He came along to help Kirk herd the cats. The rest of the crew was comprised of the kind of folks you just enjoy hanging out with either on the river or off. It was an unforgettable weekend! Come along as we take a journey Into the Obed!
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[@joshuagibson2520]

This is where I live. Best place in the whole world.

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Right on Joshua!

[@harrymuir835]

Awesome...and that word doesn't even do it justice.

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Thanks a ton Harry!!

[@bernadetteoverby5291]

SO VERY NYCE & PEACEFUL 4 STARTERS

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Thanks Bernadette!

[@joshinfwtx4506]

So, big thanks for telling us about Ace. Did an Ocoee Funyak trip with them on Thursday and it was awesome.

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Sooo cool!!! They are great!!!

[@macfawlty]

Nice filming from the middle of the pack. I like the space you allowed in your narrative. Well written. Beautiful water, looks cold man.

[@RiverKingsKayak]

thanks macfawlty!

[@juanhuttoe4517]

What a beautiful river. Nice job!

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Thank you very much Juan!

[@siliilith]

Thanks for sharing! I hope to one day run this magnificent river.

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Go for it!! It is worth the effort to see these places!

[@wandersondeoliveira211]

What an awesome video! What s journey! Thx for sharing!

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Thanks! The Obed is an amazing place!!

[@pawadventures5544]

Beautiful area, looks like fun. Nice adventure so far. 👍🏻

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Thanks!! It is amazing in there and it only got better and better!

[@AlexEddlemon]

Love all your videos, but this one is special. The Obed/Daddy’s Creek is a such a wonderful place and to spend the night in it truly captivates one in its contrast; like the grandeur of the massive cliffs, and the tiny details in the often overlooked nooks and crannies within the boulders that lie in the riverbed! Keep up your awesome work. Also I really like the poetic style of this video!

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Thanks Alex!! P5 and I are huge fans!

[@PADDLECAMPFISH]

Daddy's got one heck of a creek! Awesome Pete what a great place for an adventure!

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Thanks Dirk!

[@troyschuster2172]

Amazing! Loved it! Cant wait to do it. I have ran the caney fork! Blew my mind, but this overnighter combo of different water and the topography , you captured it well!

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Thanks Troy!

[@bobmcelroy7289]

Loved it! Can't wait for Part ll! This was so good just watching, I can't imagine what is was like to be there!

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Thanks Bob!

[@hike-bike-paddle-and-drone]

That 50 minutes went by in a flash! Can't wait for Ch. 2!

[@slipknotalabama]

At 17:15, I really don't understand how Kirk manages to maneuver him back into the eddy while upside down. That was awesome.

[@RiverKingsKayak]

He got a t rescue and that back flow pushed them out that way...was weird looking at first in person too...lol! He used the force.

[@JenkinsPaul]

Another good video Pete, be careful camping near the cliffs, friend of mine got injured with falling rocks when he did. Stay safe!

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Was on my mind...I stayed down by the river though

[@terptwerp1016]

My favorite type of video that you do! Kayak camping with great commentary! The way you tell your story is so captivating! Excited for the next one!

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Thanks TT!

[@FlintHillCatfishing]

What a beautiful river… Can’t wait for the next one. Great job and thanks for taking us with you🔥

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Thanks FHC!!

[@kathydomokos8837]

Yup...my favorite type of video from you. Sure, I catch ‘em all, but this...epic!

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Thanks Kathy!!

[@rickyhogan2749]

Another Great video and adventure, and as always Thank You for sharing. Looking forward to part II.

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Thanks Ricky!

[@cageun]

Amazing. This film is giving me an even greater appreciation for a place I alreaady knew was magical. Ive paddled the Gauley and the ocean, and theres no place Id rather paddle than the Obed system. Only done Daddys once but Fang is an image that is burned in my mind.

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Right on cageun! It is an amazing place!!

[@jwmav528]

Love this! That canyon along Daddy's Creek looked gorgeous.

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Thanks! Was amazing!

[@AVAJourneys]

Excited to see this!

[@MichaelDonlinAwesome]

Paddling Poetry. Well done.

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Thanks Michael!

[@12STONESADVENTURES]

Epic!!!! The makings of another favorite💪

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Right on!!

[@craigdavis4829]

Man this video kills. Started kayaking myself in the last few years love it and your videos bring out that passion. Awesome man.

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Thanks Craig!!

[@ava-brendadillard7131]

Looking forward to it!!

[@GeoterricsOutdoorsAustralia]

Oh yeah! This is so well put together. I love your stuff!

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Thanks!!!

[@rl205]

I love your adventure such a good chanel tumb up Pete

[@AshleyDeanWilson]

Looks great!

[@KentuckyWoodsman]

Awesome video of an incredible looking trip! Man what a great looking area! Looking forward to the next chapter!

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Thanks Chris

[@johnb8369]

Great video Pete!

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Thanks John!

[@markosskoulios9759]

Another amazing video. Congrats again Pete. Waiting for 2nd part...

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Thanks Markos!

[@jacobb7694]

Awesome video 👍👍

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Thanks Jacob!!

[@chuck8228]

I just bought a kayak . It's a pelican castaway 100. Now I never been on one. I got it for 75 bucks. I'm putting stabilizers on it first cause it's going into winter now and I want to fish. I'm m seeing it up for fishing right now but this summer will been another adventure in life hopefully. I really enjoy all of the videos. I love the all day video of you guys kayaking. It looks so fun. I waited till I'm 53 years old but I think I can do. it

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Right on Chuck!!! Never too old! You are gonna love it!!

[@chuck8228]

Shoot I know right!!

[@billysherlin6589]

Awesome trip! I can't wait for the next episode! I have hiked alot next to Clear Fork and it looks awesome from the trail.

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Right on DDA!! Thanks!

[@macpalmer6611]

This should be interesting. Have never been to the Obed,but close. Is about 54 miles from home,so I would say its in my back yard or west of it :)

[@RiverKingsKayak]

It is amazing!!

Amazing place !

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Thank you!

[@peterwhatley4413]

Can’t wait

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Right on!

[@thirteen23girls64]

This is a great video guys, big water, dramatic voice over, well done, the journey continues, girls from Australia love it, big subscribe 😘😘😘

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Right on T23G!! Welcome aboard! Thanks for the kind words!

[@thirteen23girls64]

@@RiverKingsKayak T23G, love it, took a moment to work out what it meant 😠🥴

[@acousticfixation]

My fave is Mt. House biscuits and gravy for breakfast 😋

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Oh man! I will give that a try next trip! Thanks!

[@WoodyJames]

I love this! Your videos are always entertaining, and hypnotic. Always learn a little on each one. I don't really do whitewater, other than some level 2 on my sit-on, but videos like this makes me want to invest in a sit-in.

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Do it woody!!

[@WoodyJames]

@@RiverKingsKayak I am. Tax return just showed up this morning. ;)

[@solitudeinthewild82]

Wow that is awesome camping! Very nice video, really enjoyed watching it! Regards from Russian winter camping! Yury!

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Thanks Rare Russian!!

[@adulfdabo898]

Impressive how much gear you can actually put in a little white water boat.

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Thats for sure!

[@smokeytheangler8387]

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[@RiverKingsKayak]

Thanks Brent!

[@BillyBob-xd8qj]

HAHA You were close to my home Crossville, Tn.... Obed river and Daddy's creek run thru the county as does clear creek in the north end of the county.

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Right on Billy Bob!!

[@MonkeyNAround]

I am ready for some camping out of my short boat.

[@RiverKingsKayak]

For sure Shane!

[@radiorahim861]

Man excellent from the start. You make my trips look mediocre

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Thanks RR!

[@jeffccr3620]

Awesome trip, looked like John was having a bad day but was a trooper. Pete do you have a video of your solar panel set up. If so i cant seem to find it. Great video would love to try that stretch someday!

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Thanjs Jeff!! I do...search voltaic systems...

[@ADVENTUREKM]

Wow nice trip. When you guys and gals go down the river do you keep a certain order so you know if someone is missing etc. Like the last guy? who is watching out for him etc. Can't wait to see next part. Cheers

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Thanks KM! Normally, there is a designated sweep or last man that ensures all are present.

[@acousticfixation]

Do you write the narrative yourself? So well spoken! Inspiring!!

[@RiverKingsKayak]

I do AF. Thank you!!

[@adamashe9536]

First of all, awesome video! I am just curious though, and I am not trying to be rude I promise. You describe a lot of south eastern classic rivers as your first time down (Chattooga, Nolichucky, etc.). I am just curious what rivers you have ran the most? You seem very keen on Wilson's and some local spots, but what else does it for you?

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Love creeking the most. Elk river, Russell fork Gorge, Watauga, Cheoah etc...I love it all! Back in the day, I skipped over most of the lesser class runs. Lately, with my son in tow, I am rediscovering the world of class 2, 3 and stuff I had not done before etc...

[@adamashe9536]

@@RiverKingsKayak Dude please do a Cheoah video!

[@ADVENTUREKM]

Why put such a long time for premier... I usually forget and end up missing it. Maybe one day would be good cheers

[@RiverKingsKayak]

I hear ya KM! Hard to know what's best sometimes... Try setting the reminder on the premiere page. It will give you a 30 min heads up.

[@joshinfwtx4506]

Great campsites. Would like to have seen how you packed everything into that boat.

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Thanks Josh! Great idea for a video!

[@sanekatt2330]

I agree. I've done plenty of camping in a long touring kayak but never in my whitewater. Would love to see how you pack and what you bring for a WW trip....btw, great vid!

[@CJColvin]

What part of Tennessee was this filmed in.

[@RiverKingsKayak]

Cumberland Plateau. Obed Canyon

[@CJColvin]

@@RiverKingsKayak Awesome brother. Tennessee is a really beautiful state.

[@iowamatt2519]

Are we packing gear in the short boats?

[@RiverKingsKayak]

For sure!!

[@MrErikWilliams]

So why the flying squirrel and not the new Alpha?

[@RiverKingsKayak]

My Alpha is only 75 gallons...the FS is 95. I love the FS for camping as it is easy to pack and paddles well heavy.

[@BOZOSMITH-xw3ms]

26:15 fire blackened rock from the indians

[@RiverKingsKayak]

very cool!