The first Smoky Mountain Paddling Club outing will be Oct. 29 at 10 a.m. on Bear Lake in Jackson County, weather permitting. Paddlers of all ability levels are welcome. Bring appropriate clothing, craft of choice, food, water and a personal flotation device. A group will be meeting at the United Community Bank in Sylva (1640 E. Main Street) at 9 a.m. to carpool or give you someone to follow.

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