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 monthly meeting is this Wednesday, Feb.19, 7 pm, at the sheriff substation on Hwy441 and south 80th St. Please attend if possible, and we will plan future trips.
Our trip this Saturday, Feb.22, will be on Gum Slough, off of the Withlacoochee River, just north of Inverness. Launch site directions are on our website. This is a difficult upstream & back paddle, with the possibility of logs to cross. We will meet at Turner Camp Road boat ramp before 9 am. No fees; no shuttle needed; toilet only at Potts Preserve nearby along the Withlacoochee; bring lunch or snacks. Should takeout before 2:30 pm. T/C is Chris Spontak, 352-694-5986, always call, no texts.
FUTURE PADDLES:
Saturday, Feb.22: Gum Slough; T/C Chris Spontak, 352-694-5986.
Saturday, Feb.29: Silver River; T/C Toni Madison, 209-261-7965.
Tuesday, Mar.3: Villages C&KC kayak demo day; Lake Miona Park
Saturday, Mar.7: Chassahowitzka; T/C Toni Madison, 209-261-7965.
Saturday, Mar.14: Juniper Creek; T/C Chris Spontak, 352-694-5986.
Wednesday, Mar.18: Monthly meeting / Member renewal deadline.
Saturday, Mar.21: Ocklawaha/ Ray to Gore river cleanup. T/C Chris Spontak, 352-694-5986.
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.
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