Outdoors
The Appalachian Community offers specialized experiences for youth and families wanting
to fully experience activities indigenous to the peoples of Appalachia. These educational
activities can be challenging yet provide in depth educational experiences to all the
participants.
Both Sunburst Rafting and The Lost Sea are fee activities which are provided by the
Appalachian Community. Your group will need to contact Sunburst Rafting or The Lost Sea
directly when making reservations.

These activities are only available to groups on eight day or extended mission teams only.
Be sure to let their staff know that you are on an Appalachian Youth Mission Team, you
may be eligible for a special discount. All arrangements need to be made with their staff.
Early reservations usually result in lower rates. COORDINATE ALL SCHEDULING WITH
A.Y.M STAFF. We recommend choosing either Sunburst Rafting or the Lost Sea. By
clicking on Sunburst Rafting and The Lost Sea logos below, you can obtain more
information about these activities
For further information contact:
P.O. Box 154
Tellico Plains, Tenn. 37385
(423) 761-9518
aymmissions@gmail.com
To obtain all the information you will need, go to and read
"Join The Glory" and click on the envelope.
If you cannot find what you are looking for, feel free to call or e-mail us.