Paddles
Our members have asked that when you send me your write-up for the paddle that you please when possible include as many of the following items as you know. :Is there a parking or launch fee if so how much or about how much. :Are there toilets at the launch or take-out or do they need to seek facilities before arriving at the launch area. :Please rate your paddle as Hard - Medium - or Easy :Is the paddle downstream - upstream - both. :Is there a shuttle. :Some members would like the option of going out to eat after a paddle. This is always optional and the tc is not obligated to choose the place and does not have to participate. Just mention the option so members may plan to bring money to pay for the meal. Members who wish to eat can decide where, on or after the paddle.
NEXT PADDLE:
The Aquaholics will be participating in the annual Rainbow River litter cleanup this Saturday, May14, sponsored by Rainbow River Conservation, Inc. We will meet at Rio Vista Park (directions on our website) before 9 am (8:30 am preferred), and the Aquaholics will be cleaning the lower portion of the Rainbow. Bring trash grabbers, although there likely won't be much litter. After cleanup, at about noon, the crowd of participants will gather for a free lunch of hot dogs, potato salad, beans, drinks, etc. Then awards will be given (gift certificates) for many categories of litter collected. No fee; no shuttle; toilet available. T/C is Chris Spontak, 352-694-5986, always call, no texts.
FUTURE PADDLES:
Future trips (subject to change):
Weekday Paddles:
If you wish to go on any of these paddles, please remember to call the trip coordinator to let them know you plan on going. Make sure you leave your name and phone number. If there is a need to call you, the TC will be able to reach you. The Aquaholics will once again plan to paddle Gum Slough this Saturday, Feb.20. Latest forecast is for a chilly start, but very sunny. Recent rains should make it easier paddling through the "lumber yard". We will meet before 9 am at Turner Camp boat ramp on the Withlacoochee, north of Inverness. Directions on our website. This is a difficult upstream & back jungle cruise, with possible log crossings. No shuttle; no fee; no toilet at ramp, but one at Potts Preserve along the river. Bring lunch or snacks; should takeout about 2 pm. T/C is Chris Spontak, 352-694-5986, always call, no texts.
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