Things We Found in the Fire

Old outpost after fire

Five years ago today our family business lost “everything” in a fire. Funny how things work though – turns out we “found” so much more that fateful day. In the sometimes difficult years that followed we have found comfort, strength and support in the countless friends, staff, customers and community that make the French Broad [...]

French Broad Rafting Staff Suggestion – Hot Springs Resort and Spa

When you are around the Asheville  area or rafting on the French Broad river, don’t forget to visit the Hot Springs Resort and Spa.  It is a family run business with outdoor Jacuzzi type hot tubs, that are filled with a continuous flow of the 104 degree natural mineral water. It is a BIG HIT [...]

A New Addition to our Accommodations Page

We would like to welcome River Dance www.RiverDancenc.com to the French Broad Rafting accommodations page http://www.frenchbroadrafting.com/accommodations.htm. From www.riverdancenc.com “RiverDance combines the best parts of a “Vacation Rental” and more.  Be our guests nestled on a quiet mountainside, high above the river, you will find your home away from home. Experience the outdoors at its best, by [...]

Hot Springs NC Fireworks on the 4th of July

French Broad Rafting Expeditions staff enjoyed a night of great fireworks in Hot Springs NC.  The local volunteer fire department put on a great display of fireworks. The Hot Springs Resort and Spa gracioulsy allowed the fireworks to be set up on their property and helped with crowd control.  French Broad Rafting Expeditions loaded up [...]

Rafting with Madison County Parks and Recreation

  This years trip with Madison County Parks and Recreation was a lot of fun.  Madison County Parks and Recreation has a great summer program this summer. Lynn and Hyrum who are in charge of the Madison County Parks and Recreation have set up a lot of activities this year.  The kids went to  Grandfather [...]