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 paddling from Goldendale Landing on the Withlacoochee River this
Saturday, Dec.4. This is a mostly easy upstream & back trip. We will meet before 9 am
at the Goldendale ramp (directions on our website) and paddle to the Blueway Trail bridge,
then stop at the Dunnellon city boat ramp for lunch. No fee; no shuttle; no toilet at
Goldendale, but toilet at Dunnellon ramp. Bring lunch or snacks; should takeout about 12:30
pm. T/C is Chris Spontak, 352-694-5986, always call, no texts.
Our Christmas picnic will be Dec.18 at Rio Vista on the Rainbow.
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.
