Community Day 2026
Join us on Saturday, July 25th for
Little River Community Day!
This annual event is hosted by us, the Little River Watershed Association, with our friends at Conservation Fisheries and more! (Details to come.)
Where? River John’s Outfitters @ 4134 Cave Mill Rd, Maryville, TN 37804
River John’s has graciously donated the whole island all weekend for LRWA and this FREE community event!
Please BYOB (beer or other beverages), BYOC (chairs), BYOS (snacks), BYOW (water), BYOS (sunscreen), BYOTNFAFDO (things necessary for a fun day outside).
There will be a few activities, but you’re welcome to just hangout on the island if you’d prefer.
Current planned activities:
(there may be a few more coming, official schedule is coming soon)
Community Paddle//Float the Little River! 12:00-4:00
The float will begin at Sevierville Bridge. There is no shuttle as of now, so we will group up and coordinate transportation/carpooling. The River John’s island is the stopping point and will have free parking all day. Tubing can take around 4-5 hours and boats can take around 2-3 hours. Please plan accordingly for the duration of your float!
Don’t have a boat, but want to float? We have a limited number of kayaks and/or canoes we can lend out to participants 16 and older. See the link to reserve one for free! (Donations appreciated.)
FLOAT Q&A:
What time is the float?
We plan to leave River John's island at noon. If you want to carpool with us then we suggest being on the island no later than 11:30. If you want to meet us at the put in that is fine as well.
Where is the put in?
Sevierville Road (411) Bridge where road crosses over Little River.
What if it storms?
We will monitor the weather and barring a large thunder storm we will paddle rain or shine.
How long will the paddle take?
The section from Sevierville Bridge to River John's is approximately 3 miles. You should expect 2-3 hours if you are paddling and longer if you are floating and or would like to stop and swim.
Any additional questions can be sent directly to info@littleriverwatershed.org
SNORKEL 1:00-3:00 hosted by LRWA and the Stream Team with Conservation Fisheries
Sign up required, this experience is guided by Stream Team biologists, with masks provided. Ages 8+ only. If you have questions please reach out to us via the contact form on our website or at info@littleriverwatershed.org
EAT 4:00-8:00 Food by Tarik’s North African**
You may purchase food from them or bring your own snacks.
ISLAND RULES:
No dogs!
Please carpool as much as possible.
Please respect the property. Our time on the island is a donation from River John’s Outfitters.
Make friends and have fun!