Vol. 1 — No. 2Weekend Episode · Fri–Sun, Jun 26–28, 2026 · South Knoxville, TN★ soknoear.com
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Ijams Park

An evening paddle on the river, kayaks provided

Friday evening, Legacy Parks puts you on the Tennessee River off Ijams Park — boats, paddles, and life jackets included, all skill levels welcome.

When
Fri, Jun 26 · 6–8 PM
Where
Ijams Nature Center, 2915 Island Home Ave
Note
Register ahead · space limited
Two hours on the water

There's no better way to end a Friday than two slow hours on the water. Legacy Parks' Evening Paddle launches from Ijams Park onto the Tennessee River, with kayaks, canoes, paddles, and life jackets provided and staff on hand to get first-timers comfortable. Families, couples, anybody who wants to unwind — all skill levels are welcome.

Space is limited, so register ahead. Then just show up and let the river do the rest.

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