I moved to Athens, GA recently and realized the Middle Oconee River is
only 150 yards through my back yard. Very thick trees and brush. I
am anxious to discover the river with the proper craft. I have been
told a canoe is about the only boat that can maneuver the slight white
water and rocky, sometimes shallow areas. I am 230 pounds and a
healthy 61 years old. I don't want to take any chances, but the river
lures me. Any suggestions? Recommendations? I would like to find
someone with a canoe who would take me on a tour of the river (I'll
pay, of course) to get a feel for the right raft/boat/canoe to
navigate the river. I am concerned that I don't ever see anyone on
it. I may just not be in the right spot.

Don in Athens