{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Johnson City Living","title":"193. Rafting Through East Tennessee: Adventures on the Nolchucky River","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2802,"description":"About the Guest:Patrick Mannion is an experienced white water rafting guide and the operating partner for Osprey Whitewater, which is part of Hawks Nest in Seven Devils, North Carolina. With over 3,500 commercial days on the Nolichucky River, Patrick holds a degree in recreation management from Appalachian State University, boasting multiple concentrations, including public parks and recreation management, commercial recreation and tourism management, and outdoor experiential leadership. Patrick’s profound love for the outdoors, combined with a seasoned career involving various white water rivers, positions him as one of the most knowledgeable and passionate guides in the industry.Episode Summary:Join Colin Johnson from the Colin and Carly Group with Keller Williams Realty as he converses with Patrick Mannion of Osprey Whitewater Rafting Outdoors. On this sunny July day, they discuss the joys and intricacies of white water rafting in East Tennessee's beautiful Nolichucky River. Patrick shares his journey from a military upbringing across various countries to becoming a seasoned white water rafting expert. Discover how rainfall affects the river's complexity and how Osprey ensures safety while ensuring exhilarating experiences for adventurers.Delving deeper, Patrick talks about his fondness for the outdoors, recounting exciting wildlife sightings, dynamic river conditions, and memorable trips. With humorous anecdotes about guiding diverse groups, including one encounter with a large Korean tour group, and discussing the collaborative spirit among the Nolichucky’s rafting companies, this episode provides an engaging behind-the-scenes look at white water rafting. Whether you're a thrill-seeker or someone curious about outdoor adventure careers, you'll find valuable insights and reasons to explore white water rafting in East Tennessee.Key Takeaways:Dynamic River Conditions: The Nolichucky River offers varying experiences based on its water levels, influenced...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/kVR7xJ03NYhfF8_sXtvBTfSHl3i_ZVCt1UjNi6axA5o/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8zMjQw/NGFjNzI2N2RiMTky/ZmZiMTFmOTA5YThl/MWViNi5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}