Whitewater Hall of Fame
2008 Induction Ceremony
October 11, 2008

Honoring the Classes of 2007 and 2008

The Nantahala Outdoor Center is honored to host the International Whitewater Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony at its home on the Nantahala River, October 11, 2008. Six paddling greats were recently named by the organization, nominated by more than 20 affiliate organizations and voted in by 75 internationally recognized whitewater paddlers.

Event Details

5:00 pm — Hors d'oeuvres at Paddler's Pub and Honoree DVD Presentation

6:30 pm — Dinner at Relia's Garden, followed by the Induction Program

The William Nealy Archives will also be on display at the Paddler's Pub, upstairs from Relia's Garden Restaurant.

The classes of 2007 and 2008 Honorees and are as follows:

• Toni Prijon
• Walt Blackadar
• Richard Fox
• Cathy Hearn
• Bill Endicott
• William Nealy
• Mick Hopkinson
• Eric Jackson
• Gilles Zok
• Klaus Lettmann
• Carl Luther
• Kent Ford

Ticket Information

Tickets can also be purchased by contacting Michelle at 888-905-2783 ext. 355. Lodging and event packages are also available.

Founded in 2003, the International Whitewater Hall of Fame recognizes and honors individuals who have made significant contributions to whitewater-related activities. NOC co-founder Payson Kennedy was among the innaugural class of inductees back in 2005.